Sold in 170 countries and driven by 19 years of Paris-to-Dakar rally experience, there is no question the 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is one of only a few true world-class sport utility vehicles on the road today. The latest model continues the Montero legacy of successfully combining style and luxury with world-renowned, off-road ruggedness. Mitsubishi designed the Montero to be adaptable, ideally suited for those who indulge in family trips, treks into the wilderness or the valet line at the restaurant or nightclub.
For 2006, the Montero is again available only in the feature-packed Limited trim level. The only change to the vehicle is the discontinuation of a number of exterior colors.
"The Montero is a unique sport utility vehicle, clearly embodying the essence of Mitsubishi in its value, performance, urban flexibility and style," said Rich Gilligan, president and chief executive officer of Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA). "Consumers looking for an SUV that meets a family's everyday driving needs while providing the versatility for off-road adventures will be very pleased with the Montero's amenities."
Montero offers thoughtful convenience features such as a full size spare tire with alloy wheel and cover, front and rear reading lights, door-mounted puddle lamps, removable toolbox with flashlight, six passenger-assist grips, six cup holders (two front, two mid-cabin in center armrest and two rear) and floor mats. Roof rails, rear privacy glass and flip open third-row windows round out the long list of standard features.
The Montero's seven-passenger seating comes courtesy of a clever third row that completely disappears into a well in the cargo-area floor. Storing the third seat under the floor frees up considerable cargo space, which is ideal for the instances when added passenger-carrying ability isn't required. When the seat is in the upright position, the covered storage well remains accessible. For additional space, the third-row seat can be removed completely leaving the deep covered storage well and rear cargo area available for luggage and gear.
The Montero Limited includes several upscale features, including leather seating surfaces (first and second rows); a leather- and wood-trimmed steering wheel; woodgrain interior accents; six-CD 315-watt Mitsubishi/Infinity AM/FM/CD premium audio system with seven speakers; heated front seats; power driver's seat with 14 adjustments; power passenger seats; heated side-view mirrors; illuminated running boards, stylish 17-inch alloy wheels, a tire pressure monitoring system and LCD information center with compass, outside temperature, miles-to-empty, date and time.
Other luxury features offered as standard equipment on the 2006 Montero Limited include an oversized one-touch power tilt-and-slide glass sunroof, a fully automatic climate control system, and rear heater and air conditioner with passenger controls at the back of the center console. A DVD entertainment system with roof mounted screen and remote headphones for rear-seat passengers is available as optional equipment.