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Mitsubishi Motors Corporation announces the addition of the premium sporty4WD RALLIART trim level to the Galant Fortis sedan series. The newmodel raises the driving pleasure bar while retaining all theutility and comfort qualities of the base model. RALLIART comeswith a price tag of \2,982,000 and goes on sale at affiliateddealership throughout Japan today.
Launched in August 2007 Galant Fortis was MMC's first new sedan model in seven years. It has been wellreceived by customers looking principally for everyday utility plusa taste of sporty performance, while the Lancer Evolution X finds favor with those drivers looking to enjoy a serious sportdriving experience, participation in motorsport events included.The new Galant Fortis RALLIART strikes an excellent balance between everyday driving comfort andfun-to-drive dynamic performance and as such will meet the needsand demands of a wide spectrum of customers.
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Exterior
• The car features a unique front bumper designed to reduce air resistance.Increasing the size of the "jet-fighter" grille, anelement of the MMC sedan design identity, both improves enginecooling and with the chrome treatment of its perimeter enhances thepremium look to the car . The bottom edge of the bumper is designed as an air dam forimproved handling and vehicle stability at higher speeds.
• The engine hood uses a lightweight aluminum panel with anair scoop to feed the turbocharger; twin air outlets discharge heatfrom the engine compartment.
• The unique rear bumper accommodates twin tail pipes. Thebumper's design enhances airflow control and contributes to betterstraight-line stability at higher speeds.
• The factory-fitted option rear decklid wing-spoilergenerates effective downforce.
• The grille and trunk lid carry the RALLIART emblem.
Interior
• The interior uses an elegant deep black color scheme whilethe dashboard features an ornamentation panel comprising ageometric check pattern and silver pin beading that adds amechanical taste and gives the cockpit a sporty, high-qualityappearance.
• The unique instrument cluster dials use matte black faceswith white high-contrast graphics for excellent legibility.
• The steering wheel and shifter knob are wrapped in luxuriousgenuine leather. The aluminum accelerator and brake pedals arefitted with non-slip rubber strips.
• The front seats keep the occupant securely and comfortablypositioned and use high-grip suede-knit upholstery. The shoulderbolster carries the RALLIART tag.
Engine
• Galant Fortis RALLIART is powered by an intercooler-turbocharged 4B11-type 2.0-liter16-valve DOHC MIVEC high-performance engine. With the focus on low-to mid-range torque, the engine uses a single-scroll turbocharger.Optimization of the cooling and exhaust systems boosts output tomaxima of 177 kW (240 PS) / 6000 rpm and 343 Nm (35.0 kg-m) / 3000rpm.
• Galant Fortis RALLIART returns 10-15 mode combined driving pattern fuel consumption of10.2 km/l (filed with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure,Transport and Tourism), and earns a 3-star rating for emissionsthat are 50% better than the Japanese 2005 Emission Standards.
Transmission
• Galant Fortis RALLIART is fitted with Mitsubishi 's Twin Clutch SST (Sport Shift Transmission) automated manualtransmission that allows the driver both the fun and economy of amanual gearbox plus the convenience and comfort of an automatictransmission. The Twin Clutch SST used on the Lancer Evolution X has been modified for Galant Fortis RALLIART with different ratios for 5th and 6th gears to give improved fueleconomy in high-speed cruising on longer trips.
• The driver has the choice of two automated shifting modes: NORMAL for maximum fuel economy and comfort in everyday driving; andSPORT with shift characteristics best suited to sportierperformance.
Full-time 4WD system
• Galant Fortis RALLIART uses a full-time 4WD system comprising a front helical limitedslip differential, an Active Center Differential and a mechanicalrear LSD. These components as well as Active Stability Control andAnti-lock Braking are all electronically and integrally managed by Mitsubishi 's vehicle dynamics control system to deliver an optimum balancebetween sure-footed traction and steering feel, cornering andbraking performance.
• The driver can select between three ACD modes: TARMAC fordry paved surfaces; GRAVEL for wet tarmac or loose unmade surfaces;and SNOW for snow-covered surfaces.
Body and chassis
• Galant Fortis RALLIART uses Mitsubishi's RISE *5 high-rigidity safety body that gives enhanced multi-directionalcrashworthiness in frontal, rear and side collisions. The frontbumper, engine hood, fenders and cowl are designed for enhancedpedestrian protection.