Mitsubishi Montero Sport : Features explained

It is the Montero Sport which is single-handedly responsible for bringing back the public interest towards the Mitsubishi, which from last few years has been in troubling waters. This entry-level full-sized SUV boasts of an all-new design language, which surely generates a sense of freshness in Mitsubishi lineup. With a modern and intimidating design language and proven mechanicals under the skin, the Montero Sport is now one of the most modern looking and desirable SUV in its segment.

Following is the comprehensive information on all the essential features and equipment which make the Montero Sport the most modern Mitsubishi offering:-

Exterior features

On the outside, the Montero Sport manages to look the swankiest of all the Mitsubishi vehicles, thanks to a futuristic design language which is leagues ahead from the rest of its stablemates. At the front, you do get a cascading chrome grille with projector headlamps, daytime running LEDs, and fog lamps. The side profile is glorified by the presence of turn indicators integrated on the outside rearview mirrors, chrome garnish on door handles and window waistline, roof rails, and 18-inch diamond cut alloy wheels. The rear profile of the Montero Sport carries a distinguish looking slim and vertical LED tail lamp assembly, which extends all the way down to the rear bumper, as well as a chrome garnish on the boot lid.

Interior – driver’s cockpit

Mitsubishi vehicles are known to have a drab looking driver’s cockpit and dashboard, some of which do remind you of vehicles from yesteryears. Not anymore with the Montero Sport, as this full-sized SUV comes with a premium layout. The three-spoke steering wheel feels chunky and good to hold, with all the essential controls of audio, Bluetooth, cruise, and MID stacked on its spokes and paddle shifters placed behind it. Then, you have the colored MID screen which instantly manages to grab attention. The cascading pattern for the centre console looks stylish, with the upper portion having the touchscreen infotainment system which incorporates reverse camera and navigation as well. The lower portion, understandably, integrates buttons for automatic climate control.

Interior – passenger cabin

This seven-seater SUV is equipped with some modern features which, however, are considered to be essential for the segment in which it is positioned. The Montero Sport comes loaded with several other features such as touchscreen audio system with six speakers, glass antenna, tilt and telescopic adjustable steering, electrically adjustable and foldable outside rear view mirrors, leather upholstery, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, push-button start with keyless entry, electric sunroof and electronic parking brake. All the three rows have adequate room and come with individual AC vents for them.

Powertrain

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport has been blessed with only one engine option under its hood – a 2.4-litre four-cylinder diesel engine with variable geometry turbo and Mitsubishi Innovative Valve-timing Electronic Control (MIVEC) system. The engine has both the options of a 6-speed manual and 8-speed automatic gearbox, and pumps out a maximum power output of 181PS and a peak torque of 430Nm. The powertrain is also coupled with part-time four wheel drive with rear differential lock for those occasional off-road ventures.

Chassis

On the suspension front, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport comes fitted with double wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar at the front and 3-link with coil springs and stabilizer bar at the rear. The Montero Sport has 17-inch ventilated disc brakes at the front and 16-inch drum brakes at the rear for bringing it to halt. The 18-inch alloy wheels come wrapped with 265/60R18 tyres all around for optimum traction on all kinds of surfaces.

Safety

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport specs sheet is generously loaded with safety features, the list of which includes front, side, curtain and knee airbags, ABS with EBD, seat belts with pre-tensioners and force limiters, adaptive cruise control, Ultrasonic Misacceleration Mitigation System, Forward Collision Mitigation System, Mitsubishi Active Stability and Traction Control, Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control, Trailer Stability Assist, Brake Assist, Brake Override System, Blind Spot Warning System, ISOFIX mounts for child seats, and reverse camera with parking sensors.