New 2009 Mitsubishi Galant Interior Review [ 2008 , 2007 ]
Interior - What the Auto Press Says
Although the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant's five-seat interior is good, it is not good enough in a large and competitive class with high standards. However, the sedan is praised for its roomy and soft seating.
- "The most upscale Galant interior, while not elegant, has a rough urban-chic edge." -- U.S. News
- "Though higher in quality than any previous Galant interior, the current cabin ensemble still can't quite match the refined look and feel of the Mitsubishi's main competitors, but there's no question that its interior style is distinctive." -- Edmunds
- "The Galant's interior is unfortunate. Mitsubishi used good-quality materials, but the execution falls short." -- Cars.com
Front Seats
Reviewers like the comfort of the Galant's front seats, but point out the lack of side bolster support.
- "The front seats have plenty of support and not too much side bolstering." -- CNET
- "Easily accommodates six-footers. Good seat comfort, though the addition of a telescope steering wheel would help some drivers fine-tune their positioning." -- Consumer Guide
Rear Seats
Reviews of the rear seat are favorable. Most consider the seat area itself to be large.
- "Though Galant gets new sheet metal, dimensions didn't change. That means you still enjoy good room and comfort front and rear and ample space to wiggle legs and knees in the back seat." -- Chicago Tribune
- "Legroom in the rear is exceptionally generous … The back seat has plenty of space, offering comfortable seating for three average-sized adults." -- About.com
- "There's room for three people in back, and while the bench seat offers good comfort for adults, the space feels smaller than the backseat of an Accord or Camry." -- Cars.com
Interior Features
Overall, reviewers appreciate the gauges styling of the 2009 Galant, but don't like the quality of materials.
- "The Galant's interior is a refreshing blend of bold, modern design and soothing blue light." -- Kelley Blue Book
- "With a cascading center console, blue backlighting, white-faced gauges and metallic or wood-grained accents, the Galant's cabin is stylish in a contemporary way." -- Edmunds
- "There's evidence of cost-cutting with the new Galant." -- MSN
Cargo
Reviewers generally criticize the Galant's 13.3 cubic feet trunk space, and wish for folding seatbacks to improve cargo dimensions.
- "The Galant's rear seat offers a trunk pass-thru in the center armrest, but a folding seatback is not available. That's unfortunate, because the trunk measures just 13.3 cubic feet -- a figure the Accord, Camry, Malibu and Sonata easily beat." -- Cars.com
- "The large trunk has a low, wide opening, a structural brace to make the car more rigid prevents rear seatbacks from folding forward to increase cargo room -- a drawback that probably will be noted by some families." -- MSN
Navigation
Reviews of the navigation system in the Galant are mixed. There are several reviewers who say it's accurate, but usability issues dampen the praise.
- "The navigation system on the Galant Ralliart has good route guidance, but is pretty mediocre in other respects." -- CNET
- "It's easy to use with touchscreen functionality and it operates much like the systems found in Acuras, Hondas and Mazdas, with daily life planners that even boast alarms. Punch in your dentist appointment, a memo to pick up your clothes at the cleaners and a note to pick up something for dinner on the way home, and the car will remind you." -- Automobile.com
- "The touch-screen navigation system looks tacked on, isn't all that easy to use, and washes out in direct sunlight." -- Car and Driver
