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Mitsubishi Montero Sport III 2.5 DI-D (136 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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)
III Overview:
Mitsubishi Montero Sport (III). With 324 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1910 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 166 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. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.5 DI-D (136 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for urban and light highway use, but can feel underpowered when fully loaded or tackling steep inclines, especially compared to the 2.4 MIVEC.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for an older diesel, but lacks the refinement and efficiency of newer engines.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability with Super Select 4WD
- • Robust and reliable build quality
- • Spacious and versatile 7-seater interior
- • Strong and efficient 2.4 MIVEC diesel engine
- • Good value for money in its segment
Cons:
- • Ride comfort can be firm due to body-on-frame construction
- • Interior refinement lags behind some car-based SUVs
- • Older 2.5 DI-D engine can feel underpowered
- • V6 petrol engines have higher fuel consumption
- • Limited advanced safety features on base models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2000 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Montero Sport |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 DI-D (136 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle, SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54.9 Hp/l [175mm more] |
| Torque: | 324 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4D56 More details about the engine 4D56 |
| Engine displacement: | 2477 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 17:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Emission standard: | Euro 2 |
| Maximum speed: | 166 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14 kg/Hp, 71.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 169.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1910 |
| Max. weight: | 2600 |
| Max load: | 690 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 23.1° |
| Length: | 4785 mm mm [175mm more] |
| Width: | 1815 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Height: | 1805 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm [75mm more] |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1515 mm |
| Front overhang: | 880 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1105 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 218 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 30° |
| Departure angle: | 24.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 294 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 265/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
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