Mitsubishi Montero Sport first generation

Mitsubishi Montero Sport first generation
Photo: Sam Kennedy / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport first generation (2000–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United Kingdom.

Model codes: K80, K90 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,620–5,005 mm
Width1,775 mm
Height1,735 mm
Wheelbase2,725 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,845–1,920 kg
Seats and space
Fuel tank70–74 L
Performance
Top speed176–179 km/h
Torque240–400 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de, fr, pl). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older62.0% (61.2–62.8)69.2%14,549

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Suspension57.9%41.6%
Brakes50.7%36.4%
Body, chassis and structure40.7%18.6%
Lights and electrics34.2%28.8%
Noise, emissions and leaks33.1%17.1%
Tyres22.6%31.2%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

351 complaints for model years 1997–2004. 57 crashes · 12 fires · 48 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Engine 57
  • Airbags 37
  • Electrical system 27
  • Transmission and drivetrain 26
  • Brakes 26

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 14 versions of the Mitsubishi Montero Sport first generation

Show all 14 versions

United Kingdom 14 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–20072.52.5 LDiesel5-speed manual10.5 L/100 km NEDC275 g/km
2006–20073.0 V63.0 LPetrol5-speed manual12.5 L/100 km NEDC296 g/km
2006–20073.0 V63.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.4 L/100 km NEDC319 g/km
2003–20042.5 Animal · 2.52.5 LDiesel5-speed manual10.5 L/100 km NEDC275 g/km
2001–20043.0 EQUIPPE · 3.0 V6 EQUIPPE · 3.0 V63.0 LPetrol5-speed manual12.5 L/100 km NEDC296 g/km
2001–20043.0 ELEGANCE · V6 Animal · 3.0 WARRIOR and 1 more trim3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.4 L/100 km NEDC319 g/km
20032.5 Warrior2.5 LDiesel5-speed manual10.4 L/100 km NEDC275 g/km
2002–20032.5 Classic · 2.5 GLS2.5 LDiesel5-speed manual10.4 L/100 km NEDC275 g/km
2002–20032.5 Equippe · 2.5 Animal2.5 LDiesel5-speed manual10.5 L/100 km NEDC278 g/km
2000–20022.5 TD GLS · 2.5 TD EQUIPPE2.5 LDiesel5-speed manual11.0 L/100 km NEDC292 g/km
2001–20022.5 TD CLASSIC2.5 LDiesel5-speed manual10.3 L/100 km NEDC273 g/km
20002.5 TD GLX2.5 LDiesel5-speed manual10.0 L/100 km NEDC266 g/km
20003.0 V6 GLS3.0 LPetrol5-speed manual12.3 L/100 km NEDC294 g/km
20003.0 V6 GLS3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.2 L/100 km NEDC313 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.