Overview & Reviews
A new grille, front fascia and headlights, designed to provide a "greater sense of luxury," as well as smoother body cladding and dechromed taillights update the Montero. A bigger (3.8 liter) V6 adds some much-needed power to this 4,700-pound SUV.
- High-quality interior materials, sharp interior design, large cargo capacity, excellent off-road capability.
- Serious lack of power compared to rivals, mediocre on-road handling, useless third-row seat.
User Reviews:
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Solid SUV - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By REMITCHELL - January 11 - 2:00 amI just purchased this SUV after 6 months of research. After test driving almost all equivelent SUVs I found this one to come out on top in all catagories with the exception of its underpowered motor. The interior is laid out nicely but I am not a big fan of wood grain interiors. That is a personal preference so if you like that sort of thing this SUV has plenty to offer. I highly endorse this vehicle to anyone.
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120k+, It keeps going and... - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By Bryan Calnton - January 2 - 12:33 pmI drive a steep and curvy mountain every day. At first I was a bit disappointed in the handling. I replaced the tires from the dealer and WOW! What a difference. I end up passing motorcycles over the mountain. (Do not try that at home.) It handles very well for a SUV. The gas mileage for what I put it through is great 17 mpg. I am a contractor, one day I pulled a tandem dump truck out of a steep driveway on one of my job sites. Saved me a wrecker bill. It was in 2LLC slow going but it did the job. I am so proud to own this Montero. Edmunds.com take another Montero out for a test drive, I guarantee if you change the tires you will change your mind.
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Great Purchase - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By babs62202 - October 24 - 10:00 amWe test drove several SUVs (including: Mercedes, Volvo, the new VW) when we were looking for a new SUV. No other SUV maker had the options that Mitsubishi had. All were compareable on gas milage. But the Montero had the fold down 3rd row seats (they dont get in the way like the Mercedes), nice interior features (I love that the front row armrest adjusts to the driver and it looks better then Volvo), and 4wd standard. I wouldnt change my choice. Also I had a great dealership to work with.
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Awesome SUV! - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By hh 589 - September 5 - 11:33 amI loved the build quality and interior at the time of purchase. A bit of remorse set in over the first year due to "road wildness" - read comments on the internet and found out I needed to change the "OEM" tires - changed to Michelin LTS and man what a difference - now I love everything about this vehicle - I now have 97,000 miles and have not had any major problems - agile , rock solid and extremely comfortable in and out , best visibility . My partner is on his third company car and I have still stayed in this one even though the company would buy me anything I want - nothing out there that interests me .
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Tough Comfortable Odd looking Suv - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By George - September 5 - 2:03 amIm really impressed with the off-road capablities of this vehicle, if not for somewhat low clearances, this truck could be unstoppable. Ive taken it places my friends have feared to tread, (pathfinder) just in its stock form. The gas mileage is unimpressive, though from its size its expected. Plus it was so cheap I can afford to have fun with it.
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You can not find a better full size SUV - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By charlesferman - June 12 - 2:00 amI test drove many other SUV during the three month period. But the montero was leader of the group with standard 4wheel drive system that come with every montero and you can beat the independent four wheel that grip the road and the montero ride very good off road and on the highway
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Fun to Drive Monty - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By Nick - May 9 - 2:53 pmI used to own a Honda Mini Van but wanted to upgrade to an SUV. With lots of research work, I kept coming back to Montero Limited. The Price/Feature combo sold me a 5k mile driven SUV for a huge discount. Its a dark midnight blue with black leather interior. It currently has 85k miles. Besides regular oil/filter changes, I performed a major scheduled maintenance at 60K. Flushed fluids thru dealer, changed front/rear axle oil and spark plugs (DIY). Changed front brake pads at 40k interval and rear brakes once so far. A very reliable truck/SUV with no problems at all as long as you use genuine parts and keep up with maintenance. Planning on driving it up to 300k miles.
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montero the other luxury suv - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By maynardo - March 30 - 10:00 amOne of the most comfortable suv to drive. Im talking long driving experience. Its reliable lots of leg,head and hips room.Youll be driving with your head up high.
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love it! - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By NJ driver - March 1 - 10:00 amComing up on my first year aniversary of driving my Montero Limited, all I can say is I love it! After deciding to purchase a SUV over another car, I spent a great deal of time researching and test driving, it came down to the MB, Volvo and the Montero - value for money, Montero won hands down! taking into consideration the servicing, Montero is a lot less expensive to maintain, Its great reputation overseas and the fact that its not a "cookie cutter" SUV, truely makes it fun and unique to drive.
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Full Monty - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
By bhall - February 24 - 10:00 amRecently bought a 2003 Monty, dark blue, with 4300 miles after shopping around with Honda, Volvo, etc. Its weird to me how the "expert" reviews pan this truck, while most owners seem to really love it. Havent had mine for long, but so far I like everything about it. Its comfortable, roomy, great sunroof, killer A/C, nice appointments, but its also rugged. This is one where the "experts" criteria just doesnt necessarily jive with the experience of owning this truck. You get a lot for your money with the Monty.
