Trim Report

Mitsubishi Montero XLS2002

Includes:MONT|XLS

XLS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$6,995
$7K–$15K
3 listings141,667 avg miles
Limited
From$6,500
6 listings|$7K–$15K
Data coming soon
XLS

Mitsubishi Montero Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2002 Mitsubishi Montero trims

High Concern

The 2002 Mitsubishi Montero's high safety profile includes 3 recall campaigns and 174 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

3
Recalls
174
Complaints
24
Crashes
1
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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01V2540012001-03-08
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE ACCUMULATOR THAT IS INSTALLED ON THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. OVER A PERIOD OF TIME, THIS COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF THE PRESSURIZED NITROGEN GAS FROM INSIDE THE ACCUMULATOR.

THE LOSS OF THIS GAS PRESSURE COULD RESULT IN AN ABNORMAL NOISE FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASH PANEL WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, AND POSSIBLY A DELAYED FIRST TIME BRAKE BOOST ASSIST AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED FOR A PERIOD OF TIME, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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04V3190002004-06-07
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS FULL AND THE VEHICLE IS PARKED FACING FORWARD ON AN UPWARD SLOPE, THE FUEL TANK LEVELING VALVE MAY NOT MAINTAIN PROPER SEALING IN THE EVENT THE FUEL EXPANDS FROM A RISE IN THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE.

IF THE FUEL LEVELING VALVE DOES NOT SEAL PROPERLY, FUEL MAY LEAK ONTO THE GROUND. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2002 Mitsubishi Montero has accumulated 174 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with service brakes, hydraulic leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic51
02Service Brakes23
03Engine And Engine Cooling15
04Air Bags14
05Power Train9
174 total across 1 model years (2002–2002)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Mitsubishi Montero Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2002 Mitsubishi Montero trims

14–18mpg combined
·
13-16city
·
17-21hwy
·
$2,450-$4,150/yr

With 6 configurations tested, the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero ranges from 14 to 18 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Montero Sport 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero Sport 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero Sport 4WD - Automatic 4-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
15mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city17 hwy~$3,850/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero Sport 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
15mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city17 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Montero - Automatic (S5)
14mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$4,150/yr-1/10 Poor

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

2002 Mitsubishi Montero XLS FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XLS compare to other Mitsubishi Montero trims?

Every Mitsubishi Montero trim targets a different buyer. The 2002 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero XLS?

The XLS shares its core mechanicals with other Mitsubishi Montero trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for service brakes, hydraulic issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2002 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Mitsubishi Montero XLS?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Mitsubishi Montero XLS year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Mitsubishi Montero overview compares all years side by side.

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