Mitsubishi Galant vs Mitsubishi Lancer
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Mitsubishi Lancer
Overview
| Spec | Mitsubishi GalantES | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ES | ES |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mitsubishi GalantES | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,899 | $17,795 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mitsubishi GalantES | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.7 gal (best) | 15.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mitsubishi GalantES | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 160 hp (best) | 148 hp |
| Torque | 157 lb-ft (best) | 145 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mitsubishi GalantES | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.3 cu ft (best) | 12.3 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,081 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,395 lbs | 2,888 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in (best) | 103.7 in |
| Length | 191.1 in (best) | 182.1 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 69.4 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 58.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mitsubishi GalantES | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mitsubishi Galant | Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ES $21,899 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $17,795 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $24,299 MSRP | ES $18,795 MSRP |
| 3 | — | ES $20,295 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SE $21,095 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SEL $22,095 MSRP |