Mitsubishi Montero Sport I 3.0 i V6 24V GLS (177 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.2 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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 1955 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 12.1 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 GLS (177 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A capable petrol engine offering good acceleration and responsive power for most situations, a slight improvement over the 170hp variant.

Fuel Economy

Expect similar fuel consumption to the 170 Hp V6, higher than diesels, but a good balance for a petrol V6.

Best Use Case: General purpose, family SUV, comfortable highway travel.

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):3.0 i V6 24V GLS (177 Hp)
Start of production:1996
End of production:2003
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Off-road vehicle, SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:177 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power per litre:59.6 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
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:17.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:10.8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12.1 sec
Maximum speed:175 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11 kg/Hp, 90.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.7 kg/Nm, 130.4 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1955
Max. weight:2650
Max load:695
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:2600 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:1350 l
Fuel tank capacity:92 l
Size:
Length:4725 mm mm
Width:1775 mm mm
Height:1900 mm mm
Wheelbase:2725 mm mm
Front track:1465 mm
Rear (Back) track:1480 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size265/70 R15
Front suspensionTorsion
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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