Mitsubishi Montero Sport Color: Which hue is best for you?

Updated Oct 28, 2022 | Same topic: Best Advice for Car Buyers

Five colors to choose from.

The midsize SUV category is one of the popular segments that a lot of Filipino car buyers go for. Well, this type of vehicle offers a generous amount of space, third-row seats, and powerful engines, making it an ideal choice for big families or those who want a vehicle that can fit many items for business purposes. In this article, we will introduce to you such a midsize SUV - Montero Sport (You could check the full list of Mitsubishi Montero Sport price on Philkotse.com)

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GT front view

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GT

In consideration of its relatively high price point, choosing the body color should be taken into account thoroughly. If you are already planning to get a Mitsubishi Montero Sport, then you have come to the right place. It is one of the best midsize SUVs currently available in the country that must you can consider

Mitsubishi Motor Philippines Corporation (MMPC) offers the Mitsubishi Montero Sport with five colors depending on the model’s variant. To help you make up your mind, we have listed down all the Montero Sport variants with the corresponding available body colors with their additional price, if there are any included.

GLX 2WD MT

The entry-level Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLX colors include the Sterling Silver Metallic, White Diamond, and Jet Black Mica. What we recommend that you look at first before choosing a color for your 7-seater midsize SUV are its standard exterior details. From here, you can choose the body color that blends well with the exterior features of the model.

Looking at the Japanese midsize SUV, its exterior design is dominated by silver and chrome trims from the front to the back. These details can found in the grille, edges of the fog lamp housings, side mirror, front skid plate, sidestep, roof rails, and rear skid plate.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLX in Jet Black Mica

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLX Jet Black Mica

Opting for the Mitsubishi Montero Sport Jet Black Mica would help accent all of the said exterior details of the midsize SUV. The only downside of this body color is that you will have a hard time cleaning the vehicle as it is considered one of the most difficult paint jobs to clean as dirt and dust can be seen more easily.

On the other hand, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport Sterling Silver Metallic is quite the opposite. It subtly blends with the chrome and silver trims of the vehicle, creating a bland and monotone appearance. The good thing about Jet Black Mica and Sterling Silver Metallic is that both don’t come with an additional fee.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLX in Sterling Silver Metallic

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLX Sterling Silver Metallic

The only body-color option that comes with an extra cost is the White Diamond finish, adding Php 15,000 to the price tag. Just like the Jet Black Mica, the White Diamond body color will accent the standard exterior design features of the vehicle. It is also considered a clean body paint as it can hide dirt accumulated on the road.

Take note that MMPC offers the Mitsubishi Montero Sport with a black interior finish for all variants. The GLX and GLS variants get fabric upholstery, while the two GT variants benefit from a leather finish in the cabin. Pick the body color that you think also suits the interior of the vehicle so you could make the best out of your choice.

GLS 2WD AT

Moving on to the available colors of the Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS. The Japanese automaker offers this variant with four colors, including Sterling Silver Metallic, White Diamond, Medium Red Mica, and Jet Black Mica, making the red color the only new option as compared to the baseline Montero Sport GLX variant.

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS Medium Red Mica provides a sportier appeal which could be the go-to option for bachelors or those who want to live in the fast lane. It is, however, not as red as you would normally see in a sports car. Looking at this paint finish, it seems to have a shade of maroon which we think could be a good thing or a bad thing.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS in Medium Red Mica

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS Medium Red Mica

If you are drawn to the Medium Red Mica, then today must be your lucky day as MMPC doesn’t include an additional fee for this bright-looking body color option. Meanwhile, the Php 15,000 additional fee for the White Diamond body color option still stands on the mid-spec GLS 2WD AT variant.

Considering that there are not a lot of black trims on the exterior of the Mitsubishi Montero Sport, then opting for the Medium Red Mica might something you need to think about thoroughly first. If you believe that silver, chrome, and red go well together in a vehicle, then maybe this is the hue best for you.

GT 2WD AT

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport GT 2WD colors include the Medium Red Mica, White Diamond, Jet Black Mica, and Graphite Gray Metallic. This GT variant drops the Sterling Silver Metallic body paint option which is available to the two lower variants of the 7-seater midsize SUV, namely the GLX and GLS variants.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GT 2WD in Graphite Gray Metallic

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GT 2WD Graphite Gray Metallic

Looking at the Graphite Gray Metallic, its shade looks like something in between the Jet Black Mica and Sterling Silver Metallic. This body color option does not hide or accent the chrome and silver trims of the Mitsubishi Montero Sport to some extent. It is sort of like the middle ground in the body color options available in the model.

If you are considering getting an ambitious color such as the Medium Red Mica, you should keep in mind that most car buyers would go for the popular car colors such as black and white. You could have a more difficult time selling a Mitsubishi Montero Sport with a red color after you decide to sell it after a few years as compared to it with either a White Diamond or Jet Black Mica paint finish.

GT 4WD AT

As for the flagship variant of the Japanese midsize SUV, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport GT 4WD AT, it is available in three colors only, namely the Graphite Gray Metallic, White Diamond, and Jet Black Mica. The takeaway here is that the flashy Medium Red Mica is only available to the vehicle’s GLS 2WD AT and GT 2WD AT variants.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GT 4WD in White Diamond

Mitsubishi Montero Sport GT 4WD White Diamond

Since the Graphite Gray Metallic body color is available only on the more expensive GT variants, you should pick this option if you like to look a bit exclusive on the road. Mitsubishi Montero Sports fans will know that if you have this paint finish, then you are that type of person who would pay for the flagship variant of a car model.

And as for the Mitsubishi Montero Sport Jet Black Mica, this dark shade finish is available on all of the midsize SUV’s four variants offered by MMPC. If you are looking for the distinction of GT variants, then black paint might not be your go-to choice. Instead, go for the Graphite Gray Metallic or the White Diamond which adds Php 15,000 to the price tag.

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Know more about Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2024

Mitsubishi Montero Sport

One of the popular midsize SUVs in the Philippines is the Montero Sport by Japanese auto giant Mitsubishi. It continually hits the list of best-selling cars in the country every year. Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2024 price in the Philippines is quite good, ranging from PHP 1,568,000 to PHP 2,567,000 with a lot of variants. Powering this midsize SUV is a 2.4-liter 4N15 inline-4 Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing Electronic Control (MIVEC) that makes 179 hp and 430 Nm of torque. It can send power to all four wheels via either a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic with Sports Mode. The Montero Sport spans 4,825 mm in length, 1,815 mm in width, and 1,835 mm in height. Currently, this Mitsubishi vehicle is competing against the Toyota Fortuner, Isuzu mu-X, and Ford Everest.

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport, as a third-generation model, displays its benchmark for the brand's contemporary lineup, which is the 'Dynamic Shield' grille that shows a completely redesigned front. Similar to the model it replaced, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport is L200 or Strada pickup based. The chassis and half of its front body structure are the same as its pickup sibling. It still uses the three-link live axle coil spring for the rear suspension and the independent double-wishbone front suspension from the model it supersedes. The full list of Mitsubishi Montero Sport for sale of car dealers on Philkotse.com gets 82 results, you can take a look to make a wise choice yourself.

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Mitsubishi Montero Sport Launch

The first-generation Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2024 pickup-based SUV debuted in 1996 in Japan. It was formerly called the Challenger. It was only in early 2005 that the model reached the Philippines. The very first Mitsubishi Montero Sport in Philippine-spec was the modified model that features a split grille in Olivier Boulay-design. In 2008, the second-generation model arrived that was pickup-based like before, longer and came with seats in the third row that added extra seating capacity from five to now seven seats. In early 2016, it was then replaced by the latest third-generation model.

The Mitsubishi Philippines launched the third-generation Mitsubishi Montero Sport replacing its predecessors in terms of power, refinement, and style. On October 4, 2019, the refreshed Mitsubishi Montero Sport was introduced in the Philippines to provide the top-selling SUV with its updated look.

Later in 2022, the marque introduced the all-new Montero Sport Black Series Ralliart Edition at the 8th Philippine International Motor Show. 

Mitsubishi Montero Sport Exterior

The 'Dynamic Shield’ design language helps in projecting a futuristic concept for the Mitsubishi Montero Sport Philippines. The front end has enough amount of chrome, intensely edgy and sharp. At the top grille part, two short strips of chrome are present. The chrome strips also outline the bumper's side surfaces and finish descending lower near the fog lamps. The projector headlamps are also attractive and sleek.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport exterior

Its roofline is properly crafted, enabling it to thin down the windows more. The overhangs of the rear are more extended, making the wheelbase shorter. The tail lights touch the bumper on the back and are upright long. The registration number is ingrained on the trunk lid, and the exhaust time is immersed in chrome.
The Montero Sport measures 4,825mm long, 1,815mm wide, the wheelbase measures 2,800mm, and 218mm of ground clearance.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport Interior

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport Philippines employed a simple-to-operate straight-forward dashboard. The dashboard is mainly composed of materials such as piano-black plastics, polyurethane, and satin chrome plastics. Leather seats for range-toppers come with motorized adjustments.  The Mitsubishi Montero Sport has plenty of space and has an expandable cargo volume because of its configurable seats. Using a specific function available only to the model, the third row is capable of being folded flat onto the floor, thus, creating a big cargo space.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport seats

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport also features front seats that are highly driver-centric with a supportive backrest. The seats in the second row are adjustable and can be shifted slightly forward to provide additional legroom in the last row when the third row is moved backward.

Technology & Safety Features

The GT variant is equipped with an infotainment system, two 8-inch LCD located on the instrument cluster, an Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, and a power tailgate. The GT and GLS variants both feature reverse sensors, the Tomtom navigation, and the reverse camera. Cruise control is also included, which comes as a standard.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport steering wheel

Safety features that come as a standard are the Brake Override, ABS with EBD, dual front airbags, side-impact beams, ISOFIX child seat tethers, and speed-sensing door locks. On the other hand, both GLS and GT variants are equipped with stability and traction control, extra four airbags, trailer stability control, hill descent control, and hill start, and brake assists.
In 2016, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport Philippines garnered a 5-star rating in ASEAN NCAP for adult occupancy protection and a 4-star rating for child occupancy protection.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport Platform & Chassis

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport Philippines rides on a ladder-frame chassis, available in four-wheel-drive and rear-wheel configurations. It is a five-door midsize SUV sitting on the KR/KS/QE platform. It has a double-wishbone suspension with coil springs and a stabilizer bar at the front and 3-link coil springs with a stabilizer bar at the rear end. All its wheels are equipped with disc brakes.

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport can accommodate seven occupants and has an automatic transmission available. Moreover, depending on the fuel type and variant, the model has a 17.40 km/L fuel consumption on the highway. 

Mitsubishi Montero Sport Engine & Drivetrain

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport Philippines is powered by a 2.4L four-cylinder engine with the addition of the turbocharged formula, giving it a bit more power. A maximum of 78 horsepower can be put out by its diesel motor, which can be considered adequate for its range. The engine can produce a torque power of up to 430 Nm, which can mean better power performance even on rough roads, and is capable of pulling off a tremendous amount of load.

The midsize SUV, when fully loaded, can put up a total of nine kilometers using a liter of diesel in and about the city. And can provide the utmost of 13 km/L on the highway. With its prices not exceeding the Php2-million mark, its engine can be quite surprising.

Available colors for the Mitsubishi Montero Sport Philippines are Sterling Silver Metallic, Medium Red, Graphite Gray Metallic, Jet Black Mica, and White Diamond.

Without a doubt, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport is a decent choice in the local midsize SUV market. It offers the lowest power numbers as compared to segment rivals with 179 hp and 430 Nm of torque. Rivals such as the Toyota Fortuner and Ford Everest 2024 can generate as much as 500 Nm of torque. However, the Mitsubishi SUV makes up for it thanks to its impressive driving dynamics. The 8-speed automatic transmission provides a smooth ride. Also, the MIVEC technology, which is the world's first, improves power delivery and fuel efficiency. Only the Mitsubishi Montero Sport and Ford Everest get to benefit from a sunroof.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2024 Price List

Variants  Price
Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLX 2.4 4x2 MT ₱1,568,000
Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLX 2.4 4x2 MT (White Diamond) ₱1,583,000
Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS 2.4 4x2 AT ₱1,899,000
Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS 2.4 4x2 AT (White Diamond) ₱1,914,000
Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4 Black Series 4x2 AT ₱2,162,000
Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4 Black Series 4x2 AT (White Diamond) ₱2,177,000
Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4 Black Series 4x4 AT ₱2,502,000
Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4 Black Series 4x4 AT (White Diamond) ₱2,517,000

Mitsubishi Montero Sport Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Rugged exterior stance
  • Impressive powertrain
  • Good cabin space

Cons

  • Interior isn't as plush as exterior
  • Power is low numbers-wise compared to rivals
  • Reverse camera resolution can be improved

Mitsubishi Montero Sport FAQs

1. How much is a new Mitsubishi Montero Sport?

The price varies from P1,568,000 to P2,341,000 for four different Mitsubishi Montero Sport variants. The entry-level is the GLX 2.4 4x2 MT, while the most advanced is the GT 2.4 4x4 AT.

2. Is the Mitsubishi Montero Sport reliable?

Of course. The Mitsubishi Montero engine is powerful and quiet with a smooth gearbox. In addition, the car provides good visibility, a small turning radius, and a great steering feel. Thus, it feels quite comfortable driving down the street.

3. Is the Mitsubishi Montero Sport good for off-road?

Absolutely yes, the off-road capability on the new Montero Sport is enhanced with Terrain mode. With each operating mode, the system will fine-tune the engine performance, accelerator pedal sensitivity, and ESC electronic stability control system to make the car overcome all kinds of harsh terrain.

4. Does the Montero have a reverse camera?

Yes, it does. The Mitsubishi Montero Sport is equipped with keyless entry, reverse sensors, and a camera.

5. What type of car is the Montero Sport?

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport is a 7-seater midsize SUV that provides high performance and a great steering feel.

 

₱ 1,568,000 - ₱ 2,366,000

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