Model year guide

2006 Mitsubishi Montero

Q: What gas mileage does the 2006 Mitsubishi Montero get?

The 2006 Mitsubishi Montero has a U.S. EPA estimate of 15 mpg combined (13 city / 17 highway).

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

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2006 Mitsubishi Montero at a glance

Owner complaints4

Combined15 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Mitsubishi Montero common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2006 Mitsubishi Montero MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg

City13 mpg

Highway17 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$5,500

EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD

TransmissionAutomatic (S5)

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$15,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Mitsubishi Montero costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$27,500

Fuel only$27,500

Per mile$0.37

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.