2003 Mitsubishi Galant DE
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- Photo: 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES in Sterling Silver Metallic, Front Right, 11-01-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Mitsubishi Galant Station Wagon 2.0 by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant Station Wagon 2.5 V6 24V (52841217307) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi GALANT Viento (GH-EC7A) rear by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Galant EA5A Cockpit by Cosmo Hofhuis, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2003 Mitsubishi Galant DE is a 140-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $17,857 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 140 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 155 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Galant measures 187.8 inches long on a 103.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,031 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $17,857 ($31,541 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 140 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 155 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic |
| 1st Gear | 2.84 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.53 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.71 |
| Reverse | 2.48 |
| Final Drive | 4.04 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 16.3 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link |
| Turning Diameter | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.9 x 1.01 |
| Rear Brake Disc | NA |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 x 6.0 |
| Wheels Rear | 15 x 6.0 |
| Tires Front | P195/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P195/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187.8 in |
| Width | 68.5 in |
| Height | 55.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in |
| Front Track | 59.4 in |
| Rear Track | 59.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.6 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,031 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.2 in |
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Rivals to the 2003 Mitsubishi Galant DE with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2003 Mitsubishi Galant 4-DR.: overall not rated
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Mitsubishi GALANT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 11, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
NHTSA campaign 09E025000
Sep 1, 2004 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATIVA OWNERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG ALERT LABELS FOR THE SUN VISORS. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH OR APRIL 2005. THE NOTIFICATION TO THE NATIVA OWNERS IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL OR MAY 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.
NHTSA campaign 04V428000
Nov 4, 2003 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL RETURN LINE HOSE FITTING ON THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP MAY BE RESTRICTED, CAUSING EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE TO BUILD UP IN THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM. EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE MAY RESULT IN A LEAK IN THE FUEL RETURN HOSE.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP PRESSURE. THOSE VEHICLES EXHIBITING HIGHER THAN NORMAL FUEL PUMP PRESSURE WILL RECEIVE FUEL PUMP MODIFICATIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 3, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037 OR MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-800-981-0452.
NHTSA campaign 03V442000
139 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Mitsubishi GALANT
Owner Complaints
139 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Mitsubishi GALANT (17 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 47 |
| Structure | 23 |
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 15 |
| Hydraulic | 13 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 MITSUBISHI GALANT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.