Mitsubishi Montero Sport I 2.5 TD (133 Hp)
People\'s Opinion
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Mitsubishi Montero Sport:
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is a body-on-frame mid-size SUV produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors using the Pajero nameplate since 1996. Based on the Triton pickup truck, the Pajero Sport has spanned over three generations. It is unrelated to the full-size Pajero, which was also built on a Ladder frame chassis until 1999, switching to monocoque thereafter and was discontinued in 2021.
Mitsubishi has formerly used the Mitsubishi Challenger name for the vehicle in Japan and some international markets, but the name was dropped since the third generation in 2015 in favour of the Pajero Sport, Montero Sport, and Shogun Sport nameplates....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Mitsubishi Montero Sport (I). With 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1830 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18 s). The top speed reaches 151 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
A noticeable improvement in power over the 115 Hp diesel, making it more capable for highway overtaking and towing, though still not quick.
Fuel Economy
Likely similar or slightly higher fuel consumption than the 115 Hp diesel, offering a good balance of power and efficiency for a diesel SUV.
Best Use Case:
Towing, off-road, long-distance driving with better performance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust off-road capability
- • Spacious interior and cargo capacity
- • Reliable engine options (especially diesels)
- • Good towing potential
- • Durable body-on-frame construction
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Below-average on-road handling
- • High fuel consumption for petrol V6s
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Sluggish performance on lower-powered diesels
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Montero Sport |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TD (133 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle, SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 133 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 53.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 280 Nm @ 2300 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2477 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21.1:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 151 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 153 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.1 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1830 |
| Max. weight: | 2510 |
| Max load: | 680 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1720 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 74 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4610 mm mm |
| Width: | 1775 mm mm |
| Height: | 1735 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2725 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1480 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/70 R16 |
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| Front suspension | Torsion |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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