The new 2020 Mitsubishi Montero Sport stands high and proud with a distinctive design that really projects its tough off-road capabilities.
The front end Dynamic Shield fascia is eye-catching, as is the liberal application of chrome outlining the grille and sharp head lamps plus the distinctive rear LED tail light design with LED rim. It has a well-chiselled and edgy look, primarily dominated by the front fascia, the muscular wheel arches and the strong high-riding rear.
I instantly and instinctively liked the Montero Sport; it gives you a lot of car for your money and has a lot of versatility. And, even before I reversed out of my parking space, the rear cross-traffic alert had warned me of traffic approaching on the road behind me. So, I was indeed suitably impressed with this safety feature – which is the first one in a long list of many.
The interior design is also well done; the leather trim is beautiful, luxurious and comfortable. It follows the message of the dynamic exterior design and gives a modern and premium feel. The four-spoke steering wheel is comfortable in the hand, to mimic the front fascia, while giving the driver easy access to a whole range of controls at his or her fingertips.
The second row of the new Montero Sport is very spacious and comfortable with elegant leather seating. The third row has also been improved with a spring-loaded one-pull stowing mechanism.
When you drive the Montero, you notice the ample power available, quick acceleration when needed in traffic, for example, and the precise and tight steering which also makes you feel more secure. The powerful V6 engine is a robust performer on any terrain, while Mitsubishi’s eight-speed automatic gearbox delivers a smoother and more luxurious ride, wherever you go.
Safety is paramount of course; the Montero Sport has integrated stability and traction control, tyre pressure monitoring, ISOFIX anchors, an electronic parking brake, and more. There’s even a Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCMS), to brake the Montero Sport if it senses an impending collision.
No wonder Mitsubishi is the fastest-growing of Asia’s most valuable brands last year.
TECHSPECS
ENGINE 3.0 litre 24-valve, V6 MIVEC
MAX POWER 216 hp (161kW) @ 6,000 rpm
MAX TORQUE 285 Nm (210 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm
TRANSMISSION Eight-speed automatic with Super Select between 2WD and three grades of 4WD
EXTERIOR Very striking new Dynamic Shield front fascia with new lighting features front and rear; wrap-around front bumpers and integrated skid plate give it an unmistakable appearance while the chrome-trimmed grille, LED headlights and LED daytime running lights highlight the luxury design and high build quality; strong character line stretching from headlights to the rear plus the pronounced wheel arches give a clean but tough look
INTERIOR Brand new 8-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; touchscreen and high-contrast instrument cluster look great with excellent clarity, sound great and are easy to use with control on both screen and steering wheel; new climate control panel complete with knobs that minimise driver distraction; three USB ports for charging, and a power-plug for powering any device
SAFETY/SECURITY Amazing set of safety features, incl. blind spot warning, forward collision mitigation, adaptive cruise control; rear cross traffic alert; front, side, curtain airbags; keyless operation; hands-free tailgate access; engine start button; ventilated disc brakes; active stability and traction control; off-road confidence; high-strength reinforced RISE body
Get to know about the new Montero Sport at Mitsubishi Motors showroom on Salwa Road, telephone 4422 7555 or send your queries to [email protected]. For additional information, visit mitsubishi-motors.qa.
Author: Terry Sutcliffe
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