Mitsubishi Montero Sport I (1996–2006)

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport I was offered with 7 engine versions (4 gasoline, 3 diesel), from 99 to 203 hp, built 1996–2006.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport (illustrative photo) Enlarge
Production years1996–2006
Body styleOff-road vehicle, SUV
Doors5
Length181.5 in (4,610 mm) – 186.0 in (4,725 mm)
Width69.9 in (1,775 mm)
Height68.3 in (1,735 mm) – 74.8 in (1,900 mm)
Cargo volume17.7 cu ft (500 l) – 47.7 cu ft (1350 l)
Fuel tank19.5 gal (74 l) – 24.3 gal (92 l)

All Mitsubishi Montero Sport I engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
2.5 TD (133 hp)1996–1999Diesel133 hp (98 kW)207 lb-ft (280 Nm)18 s94 mph (151 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
3.0 i V6 24V GLS (177 hp)1996–2003Gasoline177 hp (130 kW)188 lb-ft (255 Nm)12.1 s109 mph (175 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
2.5 TD (99 hp)1998–2000Diesel99 hp (73 kW)177 lb-ft (240 Nm)18.5 s90 mph (145 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
3.5 XLS (203 hp)1998–2004Gasoline203 hp (149 kW)221 lb-ft (300 Nm)All-wheel drive (4x4)
3.5 XLS (203 hp) Automatic1998–2004Gasoline203 hp (149 kW)221 lb-ft (300 Nm)All-wheel drive (4x4)
3.0 i V6 24V (170 hp)1999–2003Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)188 lb-ft (255 Nm)11.6 s109 mph (175 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
2.5 TD (115 hp)2000–2006Diesel115 hp (85 kW)177 lb-ft (240 Nm)18.5 s93 mph (150 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

Decode the VIN

We send the VIN to carVertical (our partner). The full history report is paid.

carVertical report illustration with a damaged car
carVertical discount via DecodeThatVIN

Extra −20% on the history report

Without the discount $19.99$15.99/ report

in the 3-report package · $47.98 total

Get the discount

The discount applies automatically through the DecodeThatVIN link. Prices checked on October 30, 2026; the final price is shown on carVertical.