Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 (seventh generation)

The seventh-generation Mitsubishi Galant VR-4, codes E84A and E74A, appeared for 1992 when the homologated Lancer Evolution meant the top Galant was no longer bound by sporting regulations, so it became a less overtly competition-oriented car. The proven four-wheel-drive transmission was kept, but the old inline-four gave way to a smoother twin-turbo 2.0 litre V6, the 6A12TT with 177 kW, mated to a five-speed manual or a four-speed INVECS automatic with fuzzy logic that adapted to the driver. It could reach 0 to 60 mph in about 6.5 seconds and about 140 mph if derestricted, and had multi-link suspension front and rear. Variants with the same engine and drivetrain were sold in Japan as the Eterna XX-4 liftback from 1992 and the Galant Sports GT liftback from 1994 to 1996. In 1994 the car received a facelift with a new front bumper, tail lights, 15 inch wheels and a high-rise spoiler.