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Lexus RX330 vs Mitsubishi Montero

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

Vehicles

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2006 Lexus RX330

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2006 Mitsubishi Montero

Overview

SpecLexus RX330330Mitsubishi MonteroLimited
Selected trim330Limited
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automatic5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20062006

Pricing & market

SpecLexus RX330330Mitsubishi MonteroLimited
MSRP$36,370$36,159 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecLexus RX330330Mitsubishi MonteroLimited
Combined MPG20 MPG (best)15 MPG
City MPG17 MPG (best)13 MPG
Highway MPG23 MPG (best)17 MPG
Fuel tank19.2 gal23.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLexus RX330330Mitsubishi MonteroLimited
Horsepower223 hp (best)215 hp
Torque238 lb-ft248 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.3 L3.8 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecLexus RX330330Mitsubishi MonteroLimited
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors55
Cargo volume84.7 cu ft91.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,485 lbs (best)1,210 lbs
Curb weight3,860 lbs (best)4,787 lbs
Ground clearance7.1 in8.6 in (best)
Wheelbase106.9 in109.7 in (best)
Length186.2 in190.2 in (best)
Width72.6 in74.8 in (best)
Height66.1 in74.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus RX330330Mitsubishi MonteroLimited
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (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.

TrimLexus RX330Mitsubishi Montero
1

330

$36,370 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Limited

$36,159 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

330

$37,770 MSRP

Lexus RX330 vs Mitsubishi Montero FAQ

Which is better: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2006 Mitsubishi Montero?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 Lexus RX330 vs 2006 Mitsubishi Montero on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2006 Mitsubishi Montero?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Mitsubishi Montero starts lower at $36,159.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2006 Mitsubishi Montero?
The 2006 Mitsubishi Montero leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,159).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2006 Mitsubishi Montero?
The 2006 Lexus RX330 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better horsepower: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2006 Mitsubishi Montero?
The 2006 Lexus RX330 leads on horsepower in this comparison (223).
Which has better seats: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2006 Mitsubishi Montero?
The 2006 Mitsubishi Montero leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2006 Mitsubishi Montero?
The 2006 Mitsubishi Montero leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).