1997 Mitsubishi Montero (3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1997 Mitsubishi Montero gets an EPA-estimated 15/18 MPG (city/highway) and 16 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,850/year fuel cost and 555.438 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 3.5 L 6-cyl.
The 1997 Mitsubishi Montero with the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 15 MPG in the city and 18 MPG on the highway, for a combined 16 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 3.5 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Special Purpose Vehicles |
| MPG — city | 15 |
| MPG — highway | 18 |
| MPG — combined | 16 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,850 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 555.438 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 16 MPG, the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Special Purpose Vehicles, 17 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,850 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero. Over five years that is roughly $19,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1997 Mitsubishi Montero emits approximately 555.438 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.