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Mitsubishi Montero Sport 4WD

1997–2004 · 16 configurations

Lowest
15
Average
16
Best
17
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The Mitsubishi Montero Sport 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 16 different configurations spanning model years 1997 through 2004. Over this period, the Montero Sport 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 15 MPG to 17 MPG, with an overall average of 16 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2004
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,000141715MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500151917MPG
2003
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,000141715MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500151917MPG
2002
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,000141715MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500162017MPG
2001
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,750151816MPG
2000
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500151917MPG
2000
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,000141715MPG
1999
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500161917MPG
1999
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,500151917MPG
1999
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,750151816MPG
1998
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500161917MPG
1998
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,500151917MPG
1997
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500161917MPG
1997
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,500151917MPG

Historical Efficiency

2004
15
2003
17
2002
17
2001
17
2000
17
1999
17
1998
17
1997
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Montero Sport 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mitsubishi Montero Sport 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Montero/Montero Sport grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
630
Total Deaths
470

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
42.2%
Fire Occurrence
4.4%
Speeding Involved
15.6%
DUI Involved
24.1%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

76%
Front
14%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2022
Fatal Crashes34
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2021
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.74
2020
Fatal Crashes56
Fatalities
42
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2019
Fatal Crashes76
Fatalities
68
Deaths/Crash
0.89
2018
Fatal Crashes78
Fatalities
64
Deaths/Crash
0.82
2017
Fatal Crashes62
Fatalities
46
Deaths/Crash
0.74
2016
Fatal Crashes76
Fatalities
62
Deaths/Crash
0.82
2015
Fatal Crashes96
Fatalities
70
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2014
Fatal Crashes88
Fatalities
48
Deaths/Crash
0.55
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2004
1
2002
1
2001
3
1999
2
1998
2
1997
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory