Mitsubishi Montero Sport Sales Grow 232% in October 2020
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) announces the spectacular October sales performance for its most popular SUV – the Montero Sport. With 533 units sold in the first month of the fourth quarter of 2020.
This means the Montero Sport saw an increase of 232% over September 2020 sales. The report comes at a time when the local automotive industry is reeling from lost sales due to government quarantine measures meant to address the COVID-19 pandemic.
“The strong October performance of the Montero Sport shows it remains to be a much sought-after model in the Mitsubishi lineup,” shares Mr. Mutsuhiro Oshikiri, President and CEO of MMPC. “The Montero Sport’s popularity with Filipinos is undeniable as it continues to provide genuine all-road performance while being stylishly modern. Its long list of advanced features and amenities likewise contribute to the Montero Sport’s reputation of being a reliable and convenient partner in the Filipinos’ everyday lives.”
The Montero Sport remains to be one of MMPC’s most popular vehicle nameplates. Designed to project a high-class presence while delivering outstanding on and off-road performance, the Montero Sport is an SUV that stays true to its origins.
The 2020 Mitsubishi Montero Sport received a major refresh in October 2019 featuring the new Dynamic Shield Concept front fascia which expresses the idea that form follows function. Projecting the potential for high performance while providing a protective aura, Mitsubishi’s design philosophy has been fully adopted in the Montero Sport to reinforce its robust nature, modern-day styling and advanced technology.
Inside, it showcases its comfortable seven-seater capacity. The 2020 Montero Sport also makes driving easier with its new 8-inch LCD meter that displays important driving information. The customizable display is clear and instantly legible, and takes the Montero Sport one step closer to the future. Passenger entertainment is handled by the Smartphone-Link Display Audio (SDA) which seamlessly connects mobile phone functionality with either Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. With its touchscreen interface, navigation, journey data, energy consumption and driving range may also be accessed to provide a complete stream of information in every drive.
Filipino families, working professionals, and accomplished individuals all appreciate the Montero Sport’s clean and clear cabin layout. Studded with convenience features such as dual-zone automatic climate control, multiple cup holders, device chargers and storage bins, the Montero Sport’s interior is an inviting refuge from the hustle and bustle of the outside world.
Under the hood, the Montero Sport is powered by a 2.4-liter turbo diesel engine. The top-spec GT 4×4 variant is equipped with Super Select 4WD II system with off-road mode selection and differential locking along with advanced safety features such as the Ultrasonic Misacceleration Mitigation System (UMS) and Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCM), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and Blind Spot Warning System (BSW) with Lane Change Assist (LCA)
Supported by a network of 55 Mitsubishi dealers nationwide, owning a Montero Sport is not only a reassuring experience, but also a sound investment. And this is why the Montero Sport continues to be a solid aspirational choice among thousands of Filipino car buyers to this day.
