The Montero's large exterior dimensions benefit interior accommodations with 4,154 L (146.7 cu in) of volume. Passenger volume is 2,962 L (104.6 cu ft) for the XLS and a slightly larger 3,027 L (106.9 cu ft) in the Limited, while both models can seat up to seven in three rows. The opposite is true for cargo capacity where the XLS has the edge at 1,192 / 2,730 L (42.1 / 96.4 cu ft) with the 60/40 split middle seats upright and folded respectively while the Limited makes due with 1,127 / 2,597 L (39.8 / 91.7 cu ft). To ease loading the third row seat tumbles under the cargo floor producing a flat loading area or alternatively is entirely removable opening up a handy cargo well.
While base the $41,987 XLS comes equipped with all of the features mentioned thus far, as well as a 175-watt 6-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system, air-conditioning, a 10-way manually adjustable driver's seat, power windows, power door and rear tailgate locks with remote keyless entry, dual folding power side view mirrors, height-adjustable steering column, cruise control, intermittent front and rear wipers, three 12-volt outlets and a portable tool kit. Exterior features include integrated running boards, mudguards, front and rear tow hooks, roof rails, color-keyed bumpers and mirrors, chrome grille accents and privacy glass with flip-out rear quarter windows.
Standard safety features include a security alarm system, height-adjustable front shoulder belts, dual front airbags and front side-impact airbags, side door beams, the LATCH child seat system, halogen headlamps, skid plates for front end transfer case and fuel tank plus a full-size spare tire.
A $3,179 Touring Package, available only on the XLS, includes rear air-conditioning with mid-cabin controls, a single touch power glass sunroof, both power and glass diversity antennas offering optimal AM/FM reception to the upgraded 315-watt, 7-speaker Mitsubishi/Infinity CD equipped premium sound audio system - and yes it does produce a stellar groove with deep bass tones and clear mid to high range audio quality.