2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport Review
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport Review
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Pros
- Attractive inside and out, comfortable front seats.
Cons
- Soft suspension, lethargic transmission, sloppy steering.
What’s new
Mitsubishi raises the Montero Sport's roof to provide more headroom and ups the wattage (from 100 to 140 watts) on the audio system.
Edmunds says
An attractive midsize SUV in need of serious refinement.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport ES Rwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$240/mo for Montero Sport ES
Montero Sport ES
vs
$201/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport.
5 star(78%)
4 star(16%)
3 star(2%)
2 star(4%)
1 star(0%)
69 reviews
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3.75 out of 5 stars
very reliable
scott.76, 10/11/2008
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
It's been a very solid vehicle. Not a single mechanical issue. It now has 85,000 miles on it. Some complaints I have are that after about an hour of driving I've got to get out and stretch my legs. The seat height is too low. It's definitely not a vehicle designed for a tall person. The roof is also quite low. The side steps aren't really functional so my seat is wearing because I … essentially have to slide in and out. It handles great in the snow and does well off road. My sister bought an '03 Jeep grand Cherokee at the same time we bought our MS. They've had nothing but trouble with it. There's something to be said for the simple design of MS. Not a whole lot of gadgets that can break.
4.25 out of 5 stars
Excellent family hauler!
rrf, 04/14/2012
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS Rwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Those who have kids know that newborns need plenty of cargo room. This vehicle has plenty! My wife and I purchased this vehicle anticipating the birth of our first son. We made an excellent choice.
The Montero Sport is the perfect family hauler for the following reasons:
-Plenty of cargo space
-Has the LATCH car seat anchors
-Rear hatch opens upward to shelter you from the rain when … you have to change your baby's diaper.
-The deck height in the cargo area is perfect for changing your baby's diapers. (See the theme?)
-Toddlers get dirty! The rear cargo area roof is tall enough enabling your toddler to stand. This makes impromptu clothes changes very easy.
-Privacy glass helps with naps
4.88 out of 5 stars
CR Magazine Rating is Questionable!
du sais, 12/09/2006
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
I've been a subscriber of this magazine and I have been pretty much dependent on their evaluation when purchasing stuff, until I purchased my Montero Sport. The reason for this purhase - I got a very good deal, cheap considering that it's a limited 4x4 . Being aware that this vehicle is considered poor in their rating, I was surprised when I happened to drive it. It looks like the CR … ratings are backwards. We have five adults in our household and in our garage there's an '02 Honda CR-V, '01 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4x4 (which I drove most of the time before the MT Sport), &and a '04 Toyota Sienna XLS AWD. I find the MT Sport much better in acceleration and cornering than my 4Runner. Also, its ride is far better than car based CR-V's. I have had no recalls or trouble with my Mitsubishi yet.
4.88 out of 5 stars
A Very Nice SUV
Noel, 12/26/2006
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this a few months ago. The SUV is very nice to drive. The engine runs very smoothly for a three year old vehicle. There is enough room for five passengers and enough space for cargo too. the controls are easily accessible.
2003 Montero Sport Highlights
ES
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $22,907 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $240/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 43.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Montero Sport include:
- Alarm
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover2 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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