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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  frank & gisels review - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By forno1special - September 19 - 3:46 am

  we feel this is one SUV that people have not taken the time to go see otherwise there would be more of them on the road its got sportronic transmision on the fly AWD plus 4HL,4LL exelent turning radius seating for seven electric seats trip computer w/digital compas the list goes on in other words with a few more ponies and a GPS it would be the perfect SUV.

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  Montero Limited - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By L. Sandoval - May 17 - 6:26 pm

  Bought this Montero brand new. Zero mechanical problems to date. Good first time Japanese car owner experience. I would recommend this truck to anybody looking for a good reliable SUV in this category. Truck has not been to the dealer not even once for repairs or under warranty. Third row seat is good enough for the kids and nephews.

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  Great SUV - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Betsey and Keith - April 29 - 10:00 am

  We were looking at an Explorer and a Cherokee and the Montero and found this one-year old Montero Limited. We loved driving it, got it for a good price and decided we wanted it. I went from driving a Firebird to this so I am very pleased with the head/leg room. I LOVE the exterior look (one thing I couldnt convince my husband on about the explorer). It has adequate get-up-and-go and manages very nicely. We love it, couldnt ask for a better SUV.

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  A Short Review of XLT w/touring package - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By emejia - March 28 - 2:00 am

  Purchased to replace a Toyota T-100. Excellent build quality. V6 3.5 is more than adequate for all reasonable driving, and is extremly quiet and smooth. Handling if fine for a SUV. Very comfortable for 2 adults, 4 children on long road trips.

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  Cheapest Luxury Looking SUV - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By 1972corvette - February 1 - 7:50 pm

  You get a lot for the buck with the Montero Limited. I am a cheapskate. When shopping for SUVs, I wanted a Suburban but didnt want to pay $40,000. I purchased my Montero with 11,000 miles on it for only $26,000. My wife drove it daily and she never complained about anything with this vehicle. Let me tell you this is very hard to do with my wife. We had a 2000 Grand Cherokee prior to the Montero and it was horrible in comparison. All of the reviews are dead on. If youre looking for speed, dont buy a Montero. If your looking for a reliable SUV that looks a lot more luxurious than the sticker than this is for you. I am thinking about selling it right now, but what other vehicle am I going to get with all of this for $13,000?

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  Best one yet - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By mburger - October 20 - 10:00 am

  I love this truck, owed a jeep grand before and this is a world of difference. Runs beautifully.

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  Like the Montero Sport Lmtd AWD - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Margot - July 21 - 10:00 am

  Had mine since June. Its done great and worked for every need weve had so far--big trips, urban commutes, hauling kayaks, plants, groceries, pets. Only wish is for better gas mileage, which holds for any midsize or larger SUV.

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  needs a lift! - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By larry ferguson - February 1 - 10:00 am

  had to have one body panel replaced...dealer took care of at no cost. lots of room/comfort. bought a 1 1/2" lift kit so as to not damage body trim. goes like a demon in the mud! could use a little more power...but gas mileage is very good for a vehicle this size. i would like to see a supercharger/turbo or a v-8 option. (mitsubishi is known for their turbos.) gps would be nice in the compass.

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  Greatest SUV - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By BrendanCoote - December 15 - 10:00 am

  I live in Dubai, seconds away from great wadis, desert Dunes and other fantastic off road scenarios. Self and friends frequently take our motors through the ropes in the desert. Without doubt the most capable car is mine (called a Pajero in this neck of the woods) versus Wranglers, Cherokees, land cruisers and Patrols. I love it. Only issues would be some of the exterior frame is a little flimsey (My second trip in the car saw it limping home with a tailgate hanging off and a decapitated front fender. I love the car

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  Dare to Compare - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
  By fiveover - November 12 - 2:00 am

  My wife and I purchased our new 2002 Montero XLS with Touring Package and rear A/C a week ago and are very happy with it. We have 2 young boys and there is abundant room for everything. We havent been off-road with it yet (trip planned in April) but according to other reviews this is where the Montero shines. We compared it to other vehicles in its class and I dont think there is any comparison. I think most people have a hard time accepting the radical exterior styling but thats one of the many things we love about it.