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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  Terrible - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By LarryC - September 20 - 2:00 am

  This car handles terribly in the snow,even in 4WD!I was sold a billof goods.Terribole dealership, Terrible car.NEVER AGAIN!!!

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  Fingers Crossed - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By keithcitty@sbcglobal - August 12 - 4:06 pm

  We bought a Montero Limited 4 wheel drive in 01 and besides the tire and brake wear weve been very pleased with the overall performance. I was shocked to read the other reviews and plan to keep a close eye on everything mentioned. Also, I did have a slight power problem but after some good fuel treatment it seems to have gone away.

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  excellent - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By ing_mfeliz - June 27 - 2:43 pm

  Is an excellent vehicle, the only problem with this is the consumption of gasoline, but in general is an excellent vehicle for both the family to go to work too, for use as road , is great fun to drive and very comfortable , is a rock

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  Love my Monty - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Monty Lover - April 29 - 10:00 am

  Truthfully there are only two minor things that Id say. The engine really doesnt give you enough zing when you want to accelerate hard. And its gas mileage doesnt make me exactly "excited". That said, more power would decrease the gas mileage even more. And while this IS an SUV, I knew what I was getting into when it comes to paying at the pump before I purchased it. Want higher mileage, get a compact!

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  Trust mitsu engines. - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Chapin - April 23 - 10:00 am

  I come from another country Guatemala, where mitsubishi trucks are popular, Ive known owners with trucks from the late 70s and still those guys will not let go those trucks. I enjoyed my 1995 and now my 2001 montero, I wish those trucks will have more power and better gas mileage. I know this montero will last long, long years of good performance and few problems.

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  Just Love this SUV - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By bohlyn - February 8 - 10:00 am

  I have had this car for almost three years and could not be happier, it is by far the most comfortable vehicle I have ever owned. Having a son that is over 64 it is wonder having a vehicle he can ride in and be comfortable in the rear set. The leg room can only be described as spacious. It has become the favorite car for my tennis team, we can all travel together in comfort without having to take 2 cars. Like I said before, just love this SUV.

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  2001 Montero LTD - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Frankfurter - November 29 - 10:00 am

  Next to my old 1969 Porsche 911, and for obviously different reasons, the Montero LTD is maybe the nicest car Ive owned. That comparison includes 3 Toyota 4-Runners - great cars but lacking the creature comforts of the Montero. Apart from a few factory recalls and a failed O2 sensor in the emissions system (ouch) this has run flawlessly for 39,000 miles and carried me comfortably all over south and central Texas where I drive in connection with my job. I have no complaints, a great car. Mitsubishis Diamond Advantage program is the best, my quasi-lease runs out in February 05 and I am keeping this vehicle, just love it.

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  24 mpg - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By jjtj - September 2 - 7:10 am

  Purchased car w/64,000 miles.Miles are now 285,000. "I" get 19 mpg in the Mountains and 24 mpg on the highway. Drives soft and very little noise.I did have a problem w/a squeaking out of the front car that Mitsubishi refunded me for. Drives great in the snow. So, good that the one and only time that I did get stuck,the person who helped me out told me that I should put the car on 4 wheel drive. I thought it was on all the time.

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  Never Again - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By majic - July 14 - 2:00 am

  I will never own a SUV like this one again. The gas mileage is terrible. When cursing on the Expressway at 85 mph the engine is reving at almost 4,00 rpm. that third row seat is useless, even to small children... The Depreciation is terrible.

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  Happy with my 01 - 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
  By dookie! - July 12 - 10:00 am

  I bought an 01 XLS 4spd in 11/01 due to the rep. of earlier Montys and a 0% loan. ~66k miles later despite a few faults Im quite pleased. The bad: Needs more power. Towing ~3500lbs of car/trailer Im thankful for climbing lanes! ~17mpg avg. w/OEM tires (~15 now w/265/75LT ATs). Excessive driveline lash. Plastic skidplates. Resale is miserable, but Ill be keeping it. Local dealer network sucks. The good: Not a single problem (Im diligent about maintenance). Brakes went ~55k and work very well (better w/aftermarket pads & fluid). Great ride and handling. Killer sunroof! *Very* capable offroad, but Ive installed real skidplates, 2" OME lift, and tires