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BMW X5 vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 BMW X5

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2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

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Overview

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iMitsubishi Montero SportLS
Selected trimsDrive40iLS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20262004

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iMitsubishi Montero SportLS
MSRP$68,300$23,999 (best)
Lowest listing price$10,895 (best)—
Median listing price$79,254 (best)—
Highest listing price$111,672 (best)—
For sale now200 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iMitsubishi Montero SportLS
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)17 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)15 MPG
Highway MPG27 MPG (best)19 MPG
Fuel tank21.9 gal (best)19.5 gal

Performance

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iMitsubishi Montero SportLS
Horsepower375 hp (best)197 hp
Torque398 lb-ft (best)223 lb-ft
Engine size3 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI6V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iMitsubishi Montero SportLS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume72.3 cu ft79.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,952 lbs (best)5,000 lbs
Payload1,054 lbs (best)1,030 lbs
Curb weight4,919 lbs3,970 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.3 in8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase117.1 in (best)107.3 in
Length194.2 in (best)181.1 in
Width78.9 in (best)69.9 in
Height69.1 in (best)68.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iMitsubishi Montero SportLS
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
RolloverNot Rated—
Open recalls (YMM scope)21 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW X5Mitsubishi Montero Sport
1

sDrive40i

$68,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LS

$23,999 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

xDrive40i

$70,600 MSRP

LS

$25,999 MSRP

3

xDrive50e

$76,000 MSRP

XLS

$26,199 MSRP

4

M60i

$93,600 MSRP

XLS

$28,199 MSRP

5

Competition

$131,000 MSRP

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BMW X5 vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport FAQ

Which is better: 2026 BMW X5 or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X5 vs 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 BMW X5 or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport starts lower at $23,999. Live BMW X5 listings start at $10,895.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X5 or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,999).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X5 or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 BMW X5 or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (40).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X5 or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (617).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X5 or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,209).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X5 vs 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).