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4.25 out of 5 stars

Looks good...Drives well.

Herculesman, 02/18/2004
2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I did a lot of research before buying this car. Turns out it's one of the best decisions i've made. The car handles really well. I was suprised by how well the handling felt when i put it in 4WD in the snow. Plus, it look great on the outside. At times, i feel the pick up could be better (especially when merging onto the highway) but then again, you can't expect any SUV to have the pick up of a sports car. Overall, great car. Would recommend to all my friends.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

its ok

cool18, 01/26/2011
2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LTD 2WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

Im 18 and my grandparents recently gave me their 2002 Montero Sport Limited. I must say it rides rough in the back seat but overall its good. it has 180000 miles and they havent done much but replace the radiator. i was 9 or 10 wen they bought it. I love my truck it saves gas, room for my friends and its enough storage for college moving lol

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Glad I made this choice!!

jkjhooks, 03/19/2002
2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Lovin' the Sport. I've heard all of the bad reviews about the lack of power and the sluggish transmission...hey, if you're looking for a speedster, stop looking for SUVs. There is ample power, and I feel that the steering is sharp. I've been on some long hauls already with it...4000 miles so far, and I still get enjoyment out of the winding roads.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

underpowered

elewsader, 12/18/2010
2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

This car has been overly reliable but utterly boring, we've had this car since new and it's rarely had any issues which has been great, but I regret not getting the 3.5 liter as this has no power when you put people in the car, it's designed for people under 5'10 since proper posture for anyone taller requires you to hunch over to see out the windows, you also need to squeeze into the doors, there's not enough cup holders, no ample storage. I know these are popular for off-road use and that's the only thing they'd be good for, it's uncomfortable and shouldn't be allowed to transport more than three small adults.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

46,000 trouble free miles

zio, 09/15/2005
2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

We bought our Mitsubishi Montero Sport new in 2003 as a 2002 leftover model. We drove several different brands, Nissan, Toyota, even a big Chevy & Ford, and the big Montero. I liked the way this truck drove best. But I do like a "tight" chassis better than a swaying, "unconnected" feeling ride. I got that from the Toyota & big SUV's. Its accelleration is good. We have never had a problem with onramps or passing uphill. And I like the transmission. It downshifts when I want it to, and holds the gear for as long as I want it to (almost reads my mind). I hate automatics that upshift too early. The build quality seems to be top notch, too, almost comparable to our 2002 Honda Odyssey. There are no rattles, odd noises, or anything to complain about.

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