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Mitsubishi Montero Sport I 3.0 i V6 24V (170 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 255 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1920 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 11.6 s). The top speed reaches 175 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.
3.0 i V6 24V (170 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Significantly better acceleration and highway cruising ability than the diesels, providing a more refined driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Expect higher fuel consumption, especially in urban settings, compared to diesel variants, typical for a V6 petrol SUV.
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: 1998 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Montero Sport |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 24V (170 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle, SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 57.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 255 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2972 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.3 kg/Hp, 88.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 132.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1920 |
| Max. weight: | 2510 |
| Max load: | 590 |
| 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/70 R16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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