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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  Best Bang for your recessionary buck - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By tilolite - November 9 - 10:56 am

  I bought the 03 Montero 20th Anniv used for a much less than similarly loaded or capable SUV. I already own a 98 Montero Sport with over 155k mi which is still running great. I expect the same or better from this one. I was attracted to Monteros rally heritage, bullet proof engine and that I grew up with them in the Caribbean where they are known as Pajero. Although 7 yrs old, this SUV still turns heads since it is fairly rare. It goes anywhere in style. Its reliable, comfortable and cheap to buy especially used leaving me with money for new mods. I have added wheel spacers for improve stability and look. Next I will add larger rims & tires, a cold air intake to increase HP and MPG.

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  Frustrated but totally in love - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By ddplumley - October 10 - 2:00 am

  I cant get my Montero up my driveway (about 15 degree incline) in snowy or icy or slushy conditions, and thats why I bought it in the first place! At first, I thought the problem was the inferior all-seasons that it was sold with, so this year, I bought super-rugged Mastercraft Courser C/Ts, and my Mitsu STILL cant climb my drive (yes, we have already our first snow storm). No one can figure out why - someone please help me if you can. Im disappointed, as the 2002 Dodge Ram climbs my drive with no problem using worn summer manufacturer tires.

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  2003 20th Annversary Special - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By PHOnos - September 4 - 10:00 am

  Had a 2001 LTD. Loved it. 55,000 miles and decided to trade for a new one with 0.0% financing. Hope this one is as reliable and as good off road as the 2001. The 2001 had LSD in the rear. Hope the new traction system works as well. I changed out the springs and shocks to ARB OMEs and the tires to BFG AT KOs in 265-75 x 16 Improved the handling but ride more like a truck.

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  my 20th ann. edition - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By mikie61 - August 22 - 2:00 am

  love it,love it,love it!! got it for $10,000 under sticker price of $39,800..always gets the looks since i put on the 20" wheels..young and old want to know what it is..

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  Great SUV - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Pacebomber - July 31 - 3:16 am

  Bought a while back, needed to upgrade to something with a 3rd seat, my Isuzu Trooper just couldnt fit everyone. After looking at may domestic and foreign SUVs the Montero won hands down. Edmunds needs to lighten up on the lack of power, it does everything I need it to do. If you have a really heavy whatever to tow then you might want a V8, but Im guessing all the V8 owners are rethinking things with the gas prices the way they are.

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  misubishi montero - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By carl luck - June 21 - 2:00 am

  the montero does everthing i want an suv to do. it,s easy to drive for my wife and is useful to her also. i like it for not only looks, but for convience for using for work, such as getting items in and out of the suv is not to big or to small it is just right.

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  Better Than the Rest - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By Greg Sampson - June 2 - 4:53 pm

  Ive driven my Montero for over 33,000 miles now and love it as much as the day I bought it. The exterior styling is attractive and the interior is just plain beautiful with high quality materials and design layout. It will haul a ton of gear with the back seats down and go almost anywhere. I am pleased with the acceleration, braking, handling and fuel economy (about 21 mpg on long trips). Check it on Edmunds.com against the other 2003 competition, like the Ford Explorer, Dodge Durango, Chevy (any of their SUVs), Nissan Pathfinder and even Toyota 4Runner. None rate higher in customer satisfaction. It is just an overall better vehicle. I have never had a problem with it.

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  More than esctatic - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By dplumley - May 4 - 10:00 am

  After testing about 10 SUVs (and no worthy candidates for purchase in sight), I was immediately hooked on the Montero Limited. After owning it for 5 months, I love it even more than the day I drove it off the lot! It drives as smooth and fun as it looks, and is also as tough and well engineered as it looks (tested this in a serious collision - I walked away without a scratch thanks to the excellent impact absorbtion design). I have no idea why reviews of this vehicle are poor. I already plan, in 12 years, to trade this one in for whatever Montero Limited exists at that time. I only hope the price is as good then as it is now!!!!

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  GOooo Monty - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By dukiedog - April 5 - 10:00 am

  this monty is a joy to drive around town or long tours. Were looking forward to along trip off road. Fit, finish and pricing by Mitsubishi is superb.

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  Take another look - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
  By sofla24 - March 28 - 2:00 am

  2 words - Great Car! I turned in my Montero Sport lease not intending to get another Mitsubishi until I sat in and drove the 2003 Montero. It is a solid, luxury ride with a beautiful interior, ample pick-up, easy handling, and a nicely updated exterior. Everyone who gets in my car cant stop raving, and I love driving it. There is plenty of interior room for my family and my work samples and the seats adjust easily to make more space. Try one out - youll love it!