- Mitsubishi Pajero returns to Australia priced from AU$ 68,490 (US$ 49,300).
- The ladder-frame SUV is fitted with a 2.4-liter turbodiesel producing 201 hp.
- Aussie lineup includes GLX, Exceed and GSR trims, deliveries start in December.
Days after pulling the covers off the much-anticipated new Pajero, Mitsubishi has locked in Australian pricing and specifications. The announcement comes with a sprawling photo gallery running through every trim and paint option to to give the 3,000 people already in line something to study.
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Three trims make up the Australian lineup, including the entry-level GLS, the mid-tier Exceed, and the range-topping GSR. Buyers can also choose from White, White Diamond, Black Mica, Black Diamond, Blade Silver, Graphite Grey, Armour Copper, and Phantom Blue colors for the outside.
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The off-roader is available exclusively with a non-electrified 2.4-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel producing 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS) and 354 lb-ft (480 Nm) of torque, mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The Super Select II 4WD system, Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) with seven drive modes, Active Yaw Control, and a rear differential lock are standard across the lineup, as is the 7,716 lb (3,500 kg) towing capacity.
Equipment And Features
The GLS is the only trim you can order with five seats, since the Exceed and GSR come with three rows and no choice in the matter. Even in base form, the GLS includes full-LED lighting, 18-inch wheels, waterproof fabric upholstery in black with grey stitching, dual 12.3-inch displays, up to six USB-C ports, a power tailgate, dual-zone climate control, a heated steering wheel, and a six-speaker stereo.
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Stepping up to the Exceed gets you 20-inch alloys, black leather with beige stitching, dual 14.3-inch screens, a refrigerated console box, heated front and rear seats, and a 12-speaker Yamaha audio system.
Finally, the range-topping GSR rides on black 20-inch alloys and gets the LED strip on the grille, dark exterior accents, the premium bi-tone Black/Camel leather with Camel stitching, ventilated seats with memory function, illuminated scuff plates, panoramic roof, and air purifier.
Pricing And Rivals
The five-seat GLS opens the range at AU$68,490 (US$49,300), with the seven-seat version asking AU$69,990 (US$50,400). The Exceed sits at AU$79,990 (US$57,600), and the GSR tops things out at AU$84,990 (US$61,200), all before on-road costs. Here is the full breakdown:
That AU$68,490 starting figure undercuts the obvious Toyota comparison by nearly AU$5,000. The Land Cruiser Prado (the 250 Series that’s also offered in North America) runs from AU$73,200 to AU$100,690 (US$52,700 to US$72,500) before on-road costs in Australia, depending on trim. It also rides on a ladder frame, with a mild-hybrid 2.8-liter turbodiesel and 4WD as standard.
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Anyone chasing a cheaper truck-based SUV with a third row can look at the Ford Everest, which spans AU$58,990 to AU$83,490 (US$42,500 to US$60,100) depending on grade. The Ranger-derived model can be had with either a 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel.
Australian Deliveries And Other Markets
Deliveries of the Mitsubishi Pajero in Australia are scheduled to begin in December 2026. The company revealed that over 3,000 Australian buyers had already registered their interest prior to the debut. The SUV is manufactured in Thailand, alongside the Triton pickup.
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Mitsubishi has confirmed that the Pajero, badged as the Montero in some markets, will gradually roll out to 100 countries across Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. A US launch, however, remains undecided.
Should Mitsubishi change its mind, a US-spec Montero would land under today’s 25% import tariff on Thai-built vehicles, against 15% for the Japanese-built Land Cruiser. The company has reportedly told dealers that nothing would happen before 2030, so the rate structure could look nothing like it does now by the time any of this matters.
