Trim Report

Mitsubishi Montero XLS1999

Includes:MONT|XLS

XLS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$11,500
$12K–$12K
1 listings225,000 avg miles
Limited
From$6,500
6 listings|$7K–$15K
Data coming soon
XLS

Mitsubishi Montero Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1999 Mitsubishi Montero trims

High Concern

The 1999 Mitsubishi Montero's high safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 40 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
40
Complaints
4
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
04V4280002004-01-09
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

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20V0350002020-23-01
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 1998-2000 Montero vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1999 Mitsubishi Montero has accumulated 40 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with suspension leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Suspension10
02Power Train7
03Air Bags4
04Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
05Engine And Engine Cooling3
40 total across 1 model years (1999–1999)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Mitsubishi Montero Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1999 Mitsubishi Montero trims

15–20mpg combined
·
14-19city
·
17-22hwy
·
$2,200-$2,900/yr

With 9 configurations tested, the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero ranges from 15 to 20 MPG combined. That's a 5 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Montero Sport 2WD - Manual 5-spd
20mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
19 city22 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero Sport 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city20 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero Sport 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero Sport 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city19 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero Sport 4WD - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero - Automatic 4-spd
16mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city18 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero - Automatic 4-spd
16mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero Sport 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
16mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city18 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero - Manual 5-spd
15mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city17 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

1999 Mitsubishi Montero XLS FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XLS compare to other Mitsubishi Montero trims?

the XLS sits in a specific spot in the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero XLS?

The XLS shares its core mechanicals with other Mitsubishi Montero trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for suspension issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. The 1999 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Mitsubishi Montero XLS?

The best model year for the Mitsubishi Montero XLS comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Mitsubishi Montero overview.

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