Trim Report

Mitsubishi Montero XLS2005

Includes:MONT|XLS

XLS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$12,995
$13K–$13K
1 listings125,000 avg miles
Limited
From$6,500
6 listings|$7K–$15K
Data coming soon
XLS

Mitsubishi Montero Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2005 Mitsubishi Montero trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 1 complaints for the 2005 Mitsubishi Montero, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
1
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 1 issues reported over 1 model years, steering problems are the most common for the 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Steering1
1 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Mitsubishi Montero Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2005 Mitsubishi Montero trims

15mpg combined
·
13city
·
17hwy
·
$3,850/yr

The 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is rated at 15 MPG combined. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

Montero - Automatic (S5)
15mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$3,850/yr-1/10 Poor

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

2005 Mitsubishi Montero XLS FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XLS compare to other Mitsubishi Montero trims?

The XLS occupies a distinct position in the Mitsubishi Montero range. See how it stacks up on the 2005 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2005 Mitsubishi Montero XLS?

Maintenance costs for the XLS align with the broader Mitsubishi Montero ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is steering. Check the 2005 Mitsubishi Montero page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Mitsubishi Montero XLS?

For the XLS, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Mitsubishi Montero buyer's guide.

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