2005 Mitsubishi Montero Review
Price Estimate: $1,404 - $2,272





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- High-quality interior materials, sharp cabin design, large cargo capacity, excellent off-road capability.
Cons
- Serious lack of power compared to rivals, mediocre on-road handling, cramped third-row seat, no side curtain airbags.
What’s new
The Montero receives new 17-inch painted alloy wheels this year.
Edmunds says
An old-school sport-ute that excels off-road, but when it comes to overall performance and passenger-carrying ability, it can't match its more modern rivals.
For sale near Columbus, OH
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$252/mo for Montero Limited
Montero Limited
vs
$176/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Mitsubishi Montero Owner Reviews
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Montero #2
4.88 out of 5 starssaundra Anderson, 08/16/2006
2005 Mitsubishi Montero Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 5A)
The Montero handles like a small car with SUV capabilities. It tows 5000 pounds without a problem. Its third seat is a bit cramped for an adult though. I dislike the spare tire on the tailgate because it makes the trailer hitch difficult to access. I plan to purchase Montero #3 soon.
Love Monteros
4.5 out of 5 starshard2please, 08/25/2006
2005 Mitsubishi Montero Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 5A)
The only gripe I have is this vehicle should be two inches wider and two inches shorter. I am not a boulevard cruiser and use this vehicle to get me to some pretty rough terrain here in Oregon. This is my fourth one and I will snub Mitsubishi for not keeping this line going. It is a tough truck with a quality build and it holds up well on USFS roads and trails, unlike the Endeavor, … which cannot clear rocks and ruts. Who supplies the paint for these vehicles? It has a deep finish and holds up to backroad rocks. Good job on the Monteros, Mitsubishi!
Our Third Montero
4.63 out of 5 stars2003 Evo, 06/01/2005
2005 Mitsubishi Montero Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 5A)
This is our 3rd Montero (1992, 2001 LTD, 2005) Our experience with the reliability and dependability of our Montero's has been outstanding. Fluid changes and brake pads were the only maintenance we needed to do and we drive at least 18k per year in NE. My advice: Buy one before Mitsubishi stops importing them.
Montero
4.63 out of 5 starsCLALawDog, 05/27/2005
2005 Mitsubishi Montero Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 5A)
This is my second Montero. I have driven SUVs most of my adult life and the Montero is, by far and away, the best. There are so many SU-wanna-a- be's on the market that few true 4WD SUV's are left to compare. However the Toyota, Jeep, Nissan, and Mitsubishi are the top of the class. If you truly want or need a 4WD, stick with one that has driver-selected 4WD, not automatic all wheel … drive. That is nothing more than a sales tactic and cost enhancement.
2005 Montero Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $35,799 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 15 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $252/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 39.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | four wheel drive |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Montero include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
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 – OriginalAcceptable
- 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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