2003
Mitsubishi Montero Sport

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  • 4dr ES
    Starts at
    $22,907
    18 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr ES *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $22,907
    18 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 4WD ES *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $25,217
    17 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 4WD ES
    Starts at
    $25,217
    17 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr LS *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $25,637
    18 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr LS
    Starts at
    $25,637
    18 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr XLS
    Starts at
    $27,487
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr XLS *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $27,607
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $27,777
    17 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 4WD LS *Ltd Avail*
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    $27,777
    17 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 4WD XLS
    Starts at
    $29,507
    16 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 4WD XLS *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $29,627
    16 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr LTD *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $31,317
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 4WD LTD *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $32,887
    16 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
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Safety review

Based on the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Nhtsa rollover rating
2/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
Remainder of original 5 years / 60,000 miles
Dealer certification
123-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

83% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 30 reviews
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Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.2
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.1

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  • By STJ10 from Arizona
    Owns this car
    December 17, 2023

    The Epitome of Reliability

    I've owned my 1998 Montero Sport off road package for 22 years now. Bought it 4 years old with 60 miles in Jan. 2002. I owned a 1997 GS-T Exliose before this that was crazy reliable. I moved to WY where a 4WD is mandatory. I went with this vehicle and its been the best car I've ever owned. I was 27 when I bought it.. I'm 49 now. Hasn't left me stranded in 22 years. I put $1800 into it this year for minor repairs such a door lock actuator and new braking and coolant systems. Did all the work myself. Easy vehicle to do the work. If I'm looking for reliability I take this before my BMW. Even at over 200k miles now. I'll NEVER sell this vehicle. It's bulletproof and ridiculously maintenaned. Still looks like new. 👍
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Ray M from Sanford, FL
    Owns this car
    December 8, 2023

    Built to last as long as you maintain it properly.

    Please note that this is my first Mitsubishi I've ever owned and was not a fan before buying this one. This vehicle proved everything I've heard about them wrong. We purchased ours back in February of 2022 for $5100. It had 108,000mi at purchase. We have systematically gone through it with our local Mitsubishi dealer over the time we've had it. It didn't need much right away and we've driven it all over FL. The only items we have replaced on it were normal maintenance items such as suspension, timing belt, tensioner, cam seals alternator, pullies and such. It pretty much drives like it would have when bought new now and we loved it so much we just had it re-painted the original color Red pearl. Worth every penny we put into it and this was the last body on frame that Mitsubishi did before going unibody like everyone else. We won't be selling or trading this one. As long as you maintain these properly they will last 50+ years easy as long as the parts are still made for them. One thing to note for anyone interested in these. The transmissions are specifically designed to use only Mitsubishi Diamond SP III transmission fluid. No it's not the same as others, I don't care what other people say. When we bought ours we would often get a Transmission output sensor trouble code on long trips. Come to find out the previous owner did not use correct trans fluid. after getting the fluid swapped at the dealer the problem went away and began shifting much better. if anyone knocks these for being bad vehicles it's more than likely because it was poorly maintained or previous owner didn't take good care of it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By YRG from KY
    Owns this car
    December 3, 2023

    BEST VEHICLE I'VE EVER OWNED BAR NONE!!!

    If you are blessed or lucky enough to buy a Mitsubishi Montero Sport, DO IT! This SUV is a BEAST! Rust will be the only thing that takes this vehicle out before mechanical, operational & that would take 50+ years! I had one for a rental for a month & fell in love with it. So stylish, a true SUV & rode amazingly. So when I needed a new car, I went in search of one. I bought a 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport in 2003 from a used dealership that had one previous owner for 3 years. I called the previous owner & asked if she had any problems/issues with first & she said they regretted selling it bc it was such a great ride & had seller's remorse. Fast forward to 2023, almost 2024 & my baby is still going strong. The original battery on this car lasted a full 14 years before it needed replaced!! Unheard of! 99.7% of this car was made in Japan. I've never garaged it & almost 24 years later, I'm just seeing a few minor rust on frame, that is easily mitigated. This vehicle is like a child to me at this point & it will feel like a death the day she eventually dies, but I have hope she'll last me another 20 years based on her history so far. My family owns Fords, Rams & Chevy & they are endlessly having mechanical issues & maintenance issues that are just so abnormal to me especially being new vehicles compared to my Mitsubishi Montero Sport. My Dad buys a new Ford every 5 years & he's already has it in the shop within 3 after buying new! It's insane. My mom's Ram truck has something major go out every 5-7 years & she barely drives it. I don't think my Montero saw a repair shop for the first 15 years of owning it & that was for nothing serious, just normal brakes/etc replacement. These SUV's were built solid & with amazing engineering. As my mechanic says who changes the oil, rust after decades is what takes these Mitsubishi's out, it's never mechanical unless you just bought a dud or lemon or had a terrible owner who severely mistreated it. Still, I cannot imagine anyone not liking this vehicle. If you want insane reliability, this is your vehicle. If you dislike being inconvenienced, having surprise repair bills, this is your vehicle. People see my ungaraged Montero Sport I've owned for 20 years now & cannot believe it's almost 24 years old. Even the paint job is phenomenol & looks brand new. I wish I could upload a pic of my vehicle, you'd never know it was almost 24 years old. It looks brand new still! I wish they still made them, b/c I'd buy another in a heart beat just to have another one. I could go on & on about this ride, everything internal is still going strong inside too, like lights, power, etc. Nothing has went out. I feel sorry for people who will never experience owning such a reliable & phenomenal vehicle that is so dependable & durable. Americans have sadly gotten used to constant car repair bills & cars not lasting & thinking it's normal. It's not!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Driver from Oakland CA,
    Owns this car
    June 11, 2021

    For the long haul

    This is my second one. The first one was a '98 and this is a '04 Montero Sport. A step back in terms of interior and fuel economy but otherwise a great work horse for all needs. Even the exterior is kind of timeless. Currently have 220 kmiles on it, does 17-20 mpg and still serves me well. Stable on and off road. No 2wd setting but AWD, 4WD high and low. Sort of basic spartan interior but that's the vehicle it is. There are very few real SUVs left on the market so this is a good one to have and hold on to.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By FR from Boise, ID
    Used to own this car
    April 9, 2021

    Not great

    Was roomy, drove well, handled well in snow... but had endless issues with the engine that culminated in the engine going toast on a remote interstate and stranding me. This car needed constant maintenance and was generally a nightmare in terms of reliability.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Thiscardope from Boise, Idaho
    Owns this car
    October 21, 2020

    This car does everything you need any car to do.

    I drive this car to work every day. I also take this car off -roading in the middle of nowhere. The gas mileage isn't great compared to a newer car but this vehicle will get you to and from wherever you need to go. The montero is a bare bones vehicle, it has everything you need and nothing that you don't. I love this car and if you disagree I will fight you.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Bogiebull from New York
    Owns this car
    August 28, 2019

    Most reliable car iv ever had

    Just reached 250k runs and drives amazing it’s super fast too this thing flys Never had to replace a thing on this car let’s see if I can reach 500k in the next few years
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Al from Bellingham
    Owns this car
    August 12, 2019

    Really nice car when there's no mechanical problem

    The ride is smooth and can drive for long period of times, drove it on freeway a lot. Only problem I have with it is it still needs mechanical issues. Don't want to put more money in it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Rick from Davenport iowa
    Used to own this car
    August 7, 2019

    Great car

    Bought ours new, ran it to over 239,000 miles with no issues at all. Gave to the kids they ran it another couple years. The sport was the best look and great on price for the initial buy
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Padillaboy123 from Albuquerque NM
    Owns this car
    June 6, 2019

    Best car I have ever owned

    I am almost 30 years old, and since I first got My license when I was 16, I have owned an 05 Honda Accord loaded, an 08 BMW 328xi, a 2011 camaro ss, a 2015 Ford F-150 lariat, and a 2014 Ford F-350 xlt, and now me and my wife are having babies and I decided to buy something more conservative, I bought an 03 Mitsubishi Montero sport with 110,000 miles and I am now at 240,000 miles, and in that amount of time I have had ZERO problems with the vehicle whatsoever. The only money I have had to put into it was regular oil changes and maintenance. If you take care of this vehicle it will last you forever. My dad has a friend who has a 99 Montero with almost 400k miles still running like a champ. Out of all the vehicles I have owned mentioned above this 03 Montero sport is by far the most reliable I’ve owned... I will be keeping this car forever as long as I can, will most likely be my sons first vehicle.!! Truly the best car I’ve ever owned.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Samthecarguy from Eagle river, Alaska
    Owns this car
    March 22, 2019

    This has been my first car

    I bought this car with 260k miles on it while starting my sophomore year in high school. Great car for what I got it for. It does great in the snow, I’ve never had a problem! Although six months later the engine gave out. Have another one on order and maintaining this vehicle has been a hassle. Would not recommend this car to anyone who cannot do self maintenance. I’ve put $1,300 into repairs myself. Also the engine bay eats sockets really easily with lots of gaps in the framework, bad design. Although I don’t get emotionally attached to things like this I still wouldn’t drive anything else.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Catalina from St. Paul Mn
    Owns this car
    August 27, 2018

    Awesome in snow!!

    I LOVE MY TRUCK! I NAMED HER CHANTILLY I LOVE HER THAT MUCH! I'M A 45 YR OLD WOMAN WHO DOES A LOT OF DRIVING AND THIS TRUCK IS THE BEST TRUCK I'VE HAD! HANDS DOWN BOUGHT IT AT 170,000 MILES. JUST HIT 210,000 AND SHE STILL DRIVES EXCELLENT. GOOD SOLID SAFE TRUCK. NEVER STUCK DRIVES THRU INCHES OF SNOW NO PROBLEM. THANK YOU MITSUBISHI!XOXO
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?

The 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport is available in 4 trim levels:

  • ES (4 styles)
  • LS (4 styles)
  • LTD (2 styles)
  • XLS (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?

The 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 22 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport reliable?

The 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport has an average reliability rating of 4.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport owners.

Is the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. 83.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 30 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.0
  • Interior: 4.0
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.1
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