Overview & Reviews

For 2002, Montero has several new features and refinements to greater enhance its market position. Montero Limited has new color-keyed exterior features, and both Limited and XLS now have a spare tire cover that matches the body color (except with Munich Silver).

• Distinctive styling, superior off-road ability, Japanese build quality.

• Lack of power from standard V6, no optional V8, limited usefulness for third-row seat, reported tendency toward instability in quick maneuvers.

User Reviews:

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  You get more than what you pay - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Taha - November 7 - 10:00 am

  I basically love the exterior, the interior, the way it drives and not to forget the worth of money I paid. IIts a piece of luxury, sport and class. I recommend it.

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  nice wheels - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By josam - September 20 - 10:00 am

  attractive. smooth engine. no vibration.luxurious interior. does the job even though less powerful than other suvs.nice comfy ride.

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  worth every penny - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By frisco - July 2 - 10:00 am

  excellent. my family is extremly happy with this truck - we shopped around and couldnt find any other that truly compares. it is extremly sturdy and very attractive.

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  Davids Montero - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By wallace - June 14 - 2:00 am

  Excellent vehicle, fun to drive. 4WD is excellent in rainy conditions. Sunroof is excellent. Turning radius excellent for an SUV 3rd row seats comfortable and well designed. Stow away feature very easy to use and efficient. Only negative is gas milage. I think first gear is too low and doesnt shift soon enough. Overdrive should be set to allow lower RPM on Interstate use. Overall though, an absolutely wonderful vehicle with distinctive styling that sets it apart from the sea of Tahoes, Sequoia, Expeditions, etc.

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  Why buy any other SUV? - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By DTogo - May 21 - 10:00 am

  Wife had a 97LS then upgraded to a silver 01, which sits nicely next to my silver 00 Eclipse. Despite the luxuries, I just hauled enough hardware to floor and tile two bathrooms. Much smoother and quieter ride than earlier models, with quick acceleration and smooth gear changing. Ergonomics of the dash and control knobs are well-designed, easy to find and use, with the expected quality feel of Japanese cars.

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  shoulda had a V8 - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By SS - May 9 - 10:00 am

  Looks - tonka toy look sort of grows on you over time interior - a step above most of the other mid-price suvs. reclining back seats great for kids. 3rd row completely disappears, but only good for very occasiuonal kid use quality - too many issues - broken seals in awd system, breaks that wont release, power- terrible, the reason you ulimately regret the purchase advice - by an MDX or step up to a Land Cruiser

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  shoulda had a V8 - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By ss - May 9 - 10:00 am

  Looks - tonka toy look sort of grows on you over time interior - a step above most of the other mid-price suvs. reclining back seats great for kids. 3rd row completely disappears, but only good for very occasiuonal kid use quality - too many issues - broken seals in awd system, breaks that wont release, power- terrible, the reason you ulimately regret the purchase advice - by an MDX or step up to a Land Cruiser

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  Ill be back! - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Grhythm - May 4 - 6:26 pm

  After all of the fright in 2001 and 2002 over reported SUV roll-overs, I found that Montero received higher than average ratings from the NHTSA tests, which are available on the agency web site. I was conviced, the commercial hype was not what I should be basing an auto purchase on. I have never regretted my decision. The Montero has exceeded my expectations in dependability, durability, comfort, maintenance costs, and safety systems. Although Ive never crashed it, the brakes, lights, suspension and seat belts have given me no unusual issues. I have been completely satisfied with the truck. The engine, air conditioning, power roof and entertainment system still perform like new.

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  Montaro Ltd world rated #1SUV, USA#? - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Diane Literski - April 3 - 2:00 am

  Purchased due to world acclaim (known less in USA). In Europe & Australia rated “Overall Best Large 4WD” for performance, quality, safety and value. Toyota/Lexus 2nd, Mercedes ML320 3rd. First lge SUV with indep. rear suspension. Won Paris- Dakar rally the last few years. Not liking big vehicles -needed one for the family, this large vehicle handles as if much smaller- more like a car than SUV. Transmission as smooth as the 525i BMW previously owned. Good performance (V6). Fuel consumption good for size - a real 15-17 mpg (city). Build quality very good. Dash a little plain. After 36,000 miles in 18 months - Happy.

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  The Best Truck Ever! - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By krilugo - March 21 - 1:43 am

  I bought my 2002 Mitsubishi Montero XLS on 01/2002 with 9 miles on it (what it took to drive it from the dealership to the gas station and back because they gave it to me full of gas!) I live in Tampa and have family and friends all over south florida that I visit all the time... this car has 60,000 milles on it now including off road miles (mud and beach baby) and I have never had to take it to the mechanic! I have never tried to hit the switch and have it not start, it has never left me in the stranded...not even for gas.