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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun and Problem-Free

Winn, 10/22/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Rugged, great looks Reliable and very smooth ride for an all-wheel drive suv

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2003 LS 4WD

shiftharder, 10/31/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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So far so good - only 500 miles on it but really love it. Great price for a mid-size compared to Toyota / Nissan.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Monterro sport

Jason Pilgrim, 11/05/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport ES Rwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Good dependable car

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Buy it

bigben, 11/07/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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An overall great SUV for the money. recommend the 3.5L engine over the 3.0 L. Smart looking outside and comfortable inside. The gas mileage is not bad, getting 18 MPG overall.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A Great Vehicle

cookie jar, 11/17/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The Montero Sport has been a great SUV.The gas mileage is reasonably and the handling is great. It has great curb appeal.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

THE MAX REPORT

GREENTONY, 12/23/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

THE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT HAD TO BE REPLACED AND COST 105.00 FOR DIAGNOSTIC CHECK AND LIGHT HARNESS CORROSSION IN UNDER A YEAR

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Everything is great, but

Marioe, 03/11/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have really enjoyed this truck, the handling is great, the reliability is awesome, but the rear suspension is weak. Going over some bumps, it feels as if there aren't any schocks in the rear.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Poor reviews are not warranted

Greg , 03/31/2006
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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We are on our third Montero Sport XLS and have loved every one. We have had no problems running them each 50,000 - 60,000 miles, except the '98 which had a driver's side window defect. We do a lot of highway driving and live in very mountainous/rural Oregon. They have performed well on long road trips and four wheeling on local rough mountain roads and trails. Consumer's Report gave them a bad rap because they drove like a truck. Then Mitsubishi modified the suspension and they got a bad rap for riding like a car! It seems like Mitsubishi cannot do much to please that magazine. The materials inside and out are high quality. It has good fit and finish. This is a rig to think about keeping until the wheels fall off.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

AWESOME SUV

adrian, 03/23/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS Rwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I love to drive this truck. I never had a truck that I look foward to driving everyday. Anyone who gets this truck will be happy. The accessories are awesome and affordable.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great SUV...the only caveat

rerg, 03/27/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I love the vehicle...the only caveat is that the automatic transmission really needs another gear (5th) as the engine rpm's run about 3000 at 60 mph...might account for the lower than expected gas mileage. Otherwise, it's a real pleasure to drive...very stable and strong feeling vehicle. A total wiz on snow/ice covered roads!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

very cool!!! U should be jealous

adrian24, 03/30/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport ES Rwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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It is an awesome truck.... very roomie and drives awesome I can see myself in this truck for years... Finally a truck with no regrets

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Sweet

Phillygator, 04/14/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

We really enjoy our new Montero Sport. We traded our Nissan Altima for it and now I will never buy a sedan again. It's fun to drive in that it has good power for a big truck and the ride is surprisingly smooth. I would recommend the bigger engine (3.5 L vs. 3.0 L).

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Montero Sport

Walt Stewart, 05/15/2007
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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What else can I say, I have been very pleased with this vehicle to date.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great SUV - 2nd one

Darren T, 04/20/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I had a 2000 Montero Sport LS, had great luck with it. I towed a 17ft fishing boat with no problem. Reliablity was great - not one problem for 3 1/2 years (45000 miles). Decided to opt for the 2003 XLS this time around. The 3.5L motor is a nice improvement and the ride is a little nicer. The dash is the only thing I would change, its a little outdated but functional. All and all a great vehicle.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Will keep for 10 years

cs, 12/27/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Comfortable ride, good cd/cassette stereo, sunroof. It's just a good looking car and not one that everyone has.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

SUPER

astu, 06/26/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport ES 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

We are so happy with our vehicle. People who are looking for SUVs (Medium Size) should consider this first. You will be happy!!

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3.88 out of 5 stars

unsatisfactory

mattmo101177, 09/25/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful

seems slow and unresponsive, although my other car is a v-6 dodge.Hard to get into.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

scotts review

saldihfo;ihgo;, 09/17/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS Rwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Nice car for reliability, needs work on drivetrain. Braking system needs to be stronger and engine needs more power.

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2.75 out of 5 stars

Nice Car, but watch for DEALER TRICKS

hav2boys, 03/27/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS Rwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 8 people found this review helpful

We purchased this car under the Mitsubishi 0/0/0 promotion. We were promised zero down. That was true. We were promised zero payments for one year. This was not true. In actuality we only received 6 months no payments. We were promised zero % interest for 1 year. This is not true. We actually received zero financing for five months. We were told that we would be able to refinance this car. Not true. The blue book is so low compared to what is owed no bank will even look twice at it. Be very weary. These deals are only there to help THEM SELL YOU CARS. They don't care about you in the least. TRUST US.

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