Overview & Reviews

The Montero is redesigned for 2001 and features a sculpted body, stiffer frame, improved suspension and more interior room.

• Attractive outer shell, solid off-road ability, easy to stow third seat

• Lack of power from standard V6, no optional V8, mediocre interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  Good SUV, but a few small things... - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By bgov1 - July 15 - 5:40 am

  I purchased this car at auction from someone who took very good care of it. bought with around 60-70k, now have 89k miles. Eats gas- on a long trip I got 14 mpg with the standard off road tires it comes with- which make for a rough, kind of loud ride. GREAT car in snow! Can plow through just about anything you give it. Great through mud, over logs, and some water! As another person mentioned, the front right bearing went out. The glove box comes loose and rattles around, especially in very cold weather. The headliner scratches VERY easily. and the seat belt clips that hold the belts in the third row (from banging around) break off VERY easily if you dont remember to take belts out.

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  Poor build quality - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Dan McKane - June 11 - 2:00 am

  This is a nice looking & riding SUV. Its heavy and under powered with the 200 hp V6. It is well equiped and well thought out. The build quality and manufacturer warranty are not acceptable. I have had a few problems: the paint on the lower part of the SUV was peeling/falling off, a part for the anti-lock brake system - it is on its 3rd one, the aluminum wheels were badly pitted after just on winter. I had to wait more than 3 mo. to get the district service manager to look at the wheels and they were finally replaced. (they are pitting again) Not what I would expect from a $36,000 vehicle.

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  I was driven now Im awake and driving - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Jerry Haynes - May 22 - 2:00 am

  I had planned to buy another Nissan Pathfinder when a friend of mine bought his 2001 Mit. Montero. After riding in it I started my internet reseach and I liked what I read and the design. Ive had my Montero since Jan 2002 and I am quite glad I choice it. The room in my opinon exceeds the Pathfinder, and where the Pathfinder removed the rugged look of the tire rack, Montero made it more appealing. I am very happy with my new SUV.

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  Wonderful SUV!!! - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Monty-Fan - January 5 - 2:00 am

  Now owned 6 mo. and driven 6,000 mi., and my opinion - as close to perfect as most things get! Sure it drinks gas. Sure its no Porsche. And sure its costly to purchase. What do you expect? Its a big, heavy, luxury SUV! It rides beautifully, is extraordinarily comfortable, has premium "touch & feel", and is just plain lovable!! I drove nearly every SUV built today (Hummer & Cadillac being the exceptions) before choosing this gem, and to me it rivaled a couple and far exceeded the rest. Go ahead and compare, youll likely find this one to be one of the top 5 (top 10 at the least). Nice redesign Mitsubishi - I love this machine!!!

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  Built to Last - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Silverado - December 17 - 10:00 am

  Drove Monteros and Landcruisers while working in Saudi Arabia back in the 80s. I could tell the quality even with this Monteros predecessor. Toyota and Mitsubishi know how to make true reliable 4 wheel drive automobiles. The beauty of the Montero is that it has the ride and fit and finish of the Landcruiser, with a much better designed interior, but is thousands less!

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  10 years and running strong - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By 01montero01 - October 27 - 9:23 pm

  My family bought our 01 Montero used in 02 w/12k mi. My parents used it as a daily driver from 02-05. The bought a Pacifica in 05 and the truck stayed parked in the driveway for over a year. In 06 I turned 16 and got the truck as my first car.Ive gone from 46k mi to 143k mi in 6 yr. The only issues I had,the rear heater pipes explode and dump all the raidiators contents onto the road. this can only happen 2 times bc new part is thicker. At 16 with no mechanical experience I replaced the broken pipes for the total of 17$ for both pipes. Also routine fixes for cars over 100k mi, Alternator & Timing belt and oil pump. Overall, very reliable fun 4x4 ok on gas 16 mpg avg. Love my MITSU

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  problems - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By anda - October 16 - 10:00 am

  vehicle had to return for repair three times,still unable to find noise problems,sound like power sterring.power sterring pump replaced,brakes relaced, recall on four different items on vehichle.gas milaege terrible,sensor replaced twice because check engine light on.

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  My Monte - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Craig Kimmel - October 10 - 10:00 am

  Nice SUV I love to drive it But it does have a top heavy feel to it. I can see how people can roll it over easy.

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  Great SUV, Really. - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By La Driver - September 5 - 2:00 am

  I replaced my 1998 ML320 with a 2001 Montero Limited and I am very pleased with this car. It has been over 30,000 miles and it is still completely trouble-free. This SUV has a very nicely finished and roomy interior. The V6 is adequate for getting to and from the office but a little more low-end torque would be welcome here. The transmission is very smooth, the breaks are very precise and the steering feels just perfect. I love this car!

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  My Montero - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Kory - June 1 - 10:00 am

  The Montero is the perfect vehicle for any situation. It has provided me with all the requirements needed for driving an SUV. It has great off road capabilities and adapts to any environment very well. The interior is top quality and the special features are incredable.