Remotely marketed in the US, parts of Central America, eastern Europe and the Middle East, the 2004 Galant saw a complete makeover, both visually and mechanically.
Passenger room was expanded, leading to an overall vehicle size and weight increase while some power units gained extra power output. The 2.4 L unit was upgraded from 140 to 160 hp while the previous generation introduced 3.0 L V6 was replaced by a larger 3.8 L capable of 235 hp compared to 190 hp. Available for US models only, the cars were fitted with 4-wheel disc brakes while rear suspension was stripped of the stabilizer bar.