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Mitsubishi Montero Sport I 2.5 TD (99 Hp)
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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 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). With a weight of 1970 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 18.5 s). The top speed reaches 145 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.
2.5 TD (99 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Quite sluggish, especially when loaded or at highway speeds, making it best suited for light duty and less demanding conditions.
Fuel Economy
Likely the most fuel-efficient diesel option, but at the cost of significant performance, making it a budget-friendly choice.
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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1996 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Montero Sport |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TD (99 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle, SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 99 Hp @ 4200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 40 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2477 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| 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 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 19.9 kg/Hp, 50.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 121.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1970 |
| Max. weight: | 2510 |
| Max load: | 540 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1720 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 74 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4610 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1775 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1735 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2725 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1480 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/70 R15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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