1989 Mitsubishi Montero 2dr SP 4WD SUV
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- Photo: 1st Mitsubishi Montero LS by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VEHÍCULO "POLICÍA VIAL" by Doctrinaditra, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Montero 2600 1987 (16251223788) by order_242 from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Yellow Montero by Accord14, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Montero V6 LS 1988 (35431649895) by RL GNZLZ from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1989 Mitsubishi Montero 2dr SP 4WD SUV is a 109-hp 2.6-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $13,437 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.
It makes 109 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 142 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 18 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).
The Montero measures 157.0 inches long on a 92.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,208 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,437 ($35,218 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.6L SOHC 8-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 2.6 L |
| Horsepower | 109 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 142 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Injection Type | 2-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Part-time 4WD with manual hi-lo transfer case |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 18 MPG |
| Combined | 16 MPG |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 157 in |
| Width | 66 in |
| Height | 72 in |
| Wheelbase | 92.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,208 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1989 Mitsubishi Montero 2dr SP 4WD SUV with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Mitsubishi MONTERO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
NHTSA campaign 95V103004
Mar 3, 1989 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
THE ENGINES ARE SUBJECT TO THROTTLE VALVE ICING UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
Consequence: THIS MAY CAUSE THE THROTTLE VALVE TO STICK AND NOT ALLOWTHE ENGINE RPM TO RETURN TO IDLE WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: INSTALL A HEATED ADAPTER PLATE.
NHTSA campaign 89V030000
10 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1989 Mitsubishi MONTERO
Owner Complaints
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Mitsubishi MONTERO (2 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1989 MITSUBISHI MONTERO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.