Mitsubishi Galant 0–60 Times
The Mitsubishi Galant 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 17 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 1 modified or prototype run is listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production Mitsubishi Galant is the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant Ralliart Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.10 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.80 seconds at 97.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Mitsubishi Galant is the 1985 Mitsubishi Galant Sedan, which took 14.40 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 20.30 seconds at 70.0 mph, according to Road & Track.
Across the 17 verified production tests of the Mitsubishi Galant, the average 0–60 mph time is 8.21 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.20 seconds at 87.35 mph.
Separately, 1 modified or prototype run is on record for the Mitsubishi Galant, led by the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant Ralliart Concept Sedan at 6.10 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 6.10sec 2007 Ralliart Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 8.21sec Across 17 production runs
Fastest Modified 6.10sec 2005 Ralliart Concept Sedan · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 16.20sec @ 87.4 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 14.40sec 1985 Sedan
Across 17 verified production runs, the Mitsubishi Galant ranges from 6.10 to 14.40 seconds 0–60, with a 8.21-second average. 1 modified or prototype run is recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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Mitsubishi Galant Performance Overview
Across 18 verified tests spanning 1985 to 2009, the Mitsubishi Galant traces a clear performance arc from basic family-sedan pace to its quickest late-model sport sedans. The E30-era 1985 Sedan, using a 102-hp G64B four-cylinder, set the early baseline at 14.4 seconds to 60 mph. With the seventh-generation E50/E60/E70/E80 cars, output rose to 195–237 hp and turbocharged 4G63/4G63T engines arrived, cutting times sharply; the 1990 GSX Sedan reached 60 mph in 9.4 seconds, and the 1991 VR-4 Sedan lowered that to 7.0 seconds.
The 1992-1996 E50A/E60A/E70A/E80A generation shifted back to naturally aspirated gasoline power, with the 145-hp 4G64-powered 1994 GS Sedan recording 7.8 seconds. In the 1996-2003 EA/EC generation, the naturally aspirated 6G72 V6 kept the car in the mid-pack, with the 1999 GTZ Sedan at 8.6 seconds.
By the DJ generation (2003-2012), naturally aspirated four- and six-cylinder engines ranging from 140 to 258 hp produced the model's quickest results. A 2004 GTS Sedan ran 0-60 in 6.7 seconds, while the 2007 Ralliart Sedan stands as both the current-generation benchmark and the all-time quickest at 6.1 seconds, backed by a 14.4-second quarter-mile at 99 mph.
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Mitsubishi Galant 0–60 Times by Generation: E30 to DJ
5 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ | 2003–2012 | 7.24s | 6.10s — 2007 Ralliart Sedan | 7 | The DJ generation (2003–2012) averaged 7.24 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 2007 Ralliart Sedan at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 140 to 258 hp across 2.4L I-4, 3.8L V6 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average. |
| EA/EC | 1996–2003 | 8.97s | 8.60s — 1999 GTZ Sedan | 3 | The EA/EC generation (1996–2003) averaged 8.97 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 1999 GTZ Sedan at 8.60 seconds. Output was 195 hp across 3.0L V6 configurations. |
| E50A/E60A/E70A/E80A | 1992–1996 | 7.95s | 7.80s — 1994 GS Sedan | 2 | The E50A/E60A/E70A/E80A generation (1992–1996) averaged 7.95 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1994 GS Sedan at 7.80 seconds. Output was 145 hp across 2.4L I-4 configurations. |
| E50/E60/E70/E80 | 1987–1992 | 7.90s | 7.00s — 1991 VR-4 Sedan | 4 | The E50/E60/E70/E80 generation (1987–1992) averaged 7.90 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 1991 VR-4 Sedan at 7.00 seconds. Output ranged from 195 to 237 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
| E30 | 1984–1987 | 14.40s | 14.40s — 1985 Sedan | 1 | The E30 generation (1984–1987) averaged 14.40 seconds to 60 mph across 1 production tests, led by the 1985 Sedan at 14.40 seconds. Output was 102 hp across 2.4L I-4 configurations. |
DJ 2003–2012
Avg 0–60 7.24s
Fastest 6.10s
Tests 7
2007 Ralliart Sedan
The DJ generation (2003–2012) averaged 7.24 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 2007 Ralliart Sedan at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 140 to 258 hp across 2.4L I-4, 3.8L V6 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average.
EA/EC 1996–2003
Avg 0–60 8.97s
Fastest 8.60s
Tests 3
1999 GTZ Sedan
The EA/EC generation (1996–2003) averaged 8.97 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 1999 GTZ Sedan at 8.60 seconds. Output was 195 hp across 3.0L V6 configurations.
E50A/E60A/E70A/E80A 1992–1996
Avg 0–60 7.95s
Fastest 7.80s
Tests 2
1994 GS Sedan
The E50A/E60A/E70A/E80A generation (1992–1996) averaged 7.95 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1994 GS Sedan at 7.80 seconds. Output was 145 hp across 2.4L I-4 configurations.
E50/E60/E70/E80 1987–1992
Avg 0–60 7.90s
Fastest 7.00s
Tests 4
1991 VR-4 Sedan
The E50/E60/E70/E80 generation (1987–1992) averaged 7.90 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 1991 VR-4 Sedan at 7.00 seconds. Output ranged from 195 to 237 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
E30 1984–1987
Avg 0–60 14.40s
Fastest 14.40s
Tests 1
1985 Sedan
The E30 generation (1984–1987) averaged 14.40 seconds to 60 mph across 1 production tests, led by the 1985 Sedan at 14.40 seconds. Output was 102 hp across 2.4L I-4 configurations.
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Mitsubishi Galant 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
17 production tests + 1 modified · 9 years ▾
2009 Mitsubishi Galant
1 production run Avg 0–60 9.00 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.80 sec
Production Tests 1
#12
2009 Mitsubishi Galant Sport Edition Sedan
9.00sec 0–60
16.80s ¼ mi @ 82.9 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 9.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 82.9 mph
- Engine
- 2.4L I-4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- 4A
- Horsepower
- 160 hp
- Torque
- 158 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,540 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 22.1 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 20 C / 27 H / 21.2 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #12 of 17 production runs
How we verify Mitsubishi Galant performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mitsubishi Galant trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Mitsubishi Galant 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Mitsubishi Galant performance FAQs
10 questions The 2009 Mitsubishi Galant Sport Edition Sedan reaches 60 mph in 9.0 seconds. Its quarter-mile time is 16.8 seconds at 82.9 mph. That test car used a 160-hp 4G69 naturally aspirated engine, front-wheel drive, and had a curb weight of 3,540 pounds.
The quickest Galant on record is the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant Ralliart Sedan, which runs 0-60 mph in 6.1 seconds. It also owns the best quarter-mile result for the model at 14.4 seconds with a 99 mph trap speed, making it the fastest Galant in both key acceleration measures.
The fastest stock Mitsubishi Galant is also the 2007 Ralliart Sedan at 6.1 seconds from 0-60 mph. All 18 Galant tests on record are production vehicles, so there is no separate modified result that beats it. Its 14.4-second quarter-mile at 99 mph is also the model’s best stock pass.
Across 18 verified Mitsubishi Galant tests, the average 0-60 mph time is 8.09 seconds. The average quarter-mile result is 16.1 seconds at 88 mph. That gives you a good overall benchmark for the model, spanning everything from the slowest 14.4-second run to the quickest 6.1-second sprint.
The DJ-generation Mitsubishi Galant, sold from 2003 to 2012, averages 7.1 seconds from 0-60 mph across 8 tests. The fastest DJ car is the 2007 Ralliart Sedan at 6.1 seconds. This generation also covers the current-year 2009 Sport Edition Sedan, which was tested at 9.0 seconds.
The seventh-generation E50/E60/E70/E80 Mitsubishi Galant, built from 1987 to 1992, averages 7.9 seconds from 0-60 mph across 4 tests. The quickest version is the 1991 VR-4 Sedan at 7.0 seconds. These cars used turbocharged gasoline powertrains and represent one of the quicker Galant eras.
The EA/EC-generation Mitsubishi Galant, sold from 1996 to 2003, averages 8.97 seconds from 0-60 mph across 3 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 8.6 seconds from the 1999 GTZ Sedan. That makes the EA/EC cars noticeably slower than the later DJ generation and the earlier VR-4 era.
The Ralliart is quicker on record. Across tested Galant trims, the Ralliart Sedan averages 6.2 seconds to 60 mph, with a best of 6.1 seconds. The VR-4 Sedan averages 7.4 seconds, with a best of 7.0 seconds. That gives the Ralliart a 0.8-second advantage at their quickest.
The Ralliart has the edge, but the gap is small. The Galant Ralliart Sedan averages 6.2 seconds from 0-60 mph and has a best run of 6.1 seconds. The GTS Sedan averages 6.95 seconds, with a best of 6.7 seconds. At their quickest, the Ralliart leads by 0.6 second.
The best quarter-mile run for any Mitsubishi Galant is 14.4 seconds at 99 mph, set by the 2007 Ralliart Sedan. For wider context, the model’s average quarter-mile across all 18 tests is 16.1 seconds at 88 mph. That makes the Ralliart the clear standout in straight-line acceleration.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mitsubishi Galant can do, not a single marketing claim.
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