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1995Special Purpose VehiclesRegular

1995 Mitsubishi Montero

EPA ID: 12493
14
City MPG
15
Combined MPG
15MPG· Below Avg
17
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1995 Mitsubishi Montero achieves an EPA-estimated 15 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 14 MPG in the city and 17 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 3L 6-cylinder engine paired with a manual 5-spd, this special purpose vehicles features 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 1995 Montero produces approximately 592 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Montero has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $4,000, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $9,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSpecial Purpose Vehicles
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine3L 6-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Drive Type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions592 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score-1/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$4,000
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $9,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
15.2
Impact vs EPA
$-48
/ year
💨

Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$730/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$16,800
38.3%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$17,500
39.9%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
20.8%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.9%
Total 5-Year Cost$43,825

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #00V311001·2000-10-31
critical
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES: MIRAGE MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.5L ENGINES; MONTERO SPORT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES; AND MONTERO MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES. THE BOLT SECURING THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY CAN BECOME LOOSE AND THE PULLEY COULD FALL OFF THE VEHICLE.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: THE CONDITION CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: ON THE MIRAGE VEHICLES, THE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW, IMPROVED CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT ON THE OLDER ENGINES. ON NEW ENGINES WHICH ALREADY HAVE THE IMPROVED BOLT, THE DEALER WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION. ON THE MONTERO MODELS, DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. IF THE BOLT IS DAMAGED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.

Campaign #98V205000·1998-10-16
critical
Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ACCESSORY CARGO MATS IN THE THIRD-SEAT AND CARGO AREA. THIS CARGO MAT INTERFERES WITH THE LATCHING INTEGRITY OF THE FOLDING THIRD SEATS.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, AN OCCUPANT OF THE THIRD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED AND COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE THIRD-SEAT LATCH AND STRIKER. A RECTANGLE WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CARGO MAT AROUND EACH STRIKER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE STRIKER CLEARANCE AND PROPER LATCHING.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$4,000
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $9,250

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City14 MPG
Highway17 MPG
Combined15 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

118.5 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 147 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 9.9 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.