- All-new Mitsubishi Pajero debuts as a flagship cross-country SUV.
- It pairs a diesel engine with a Triton-derived ladder frame chassis.
- Sales start in Thailand ahead of a global rollout to 100 markets.
After a long hiatus, Mitsubishi has introduced a new generation of the Pajero, reviving one of the most iconic off-road nameplates with rich rally heritage. Positioning the model as its global flagship and describing it as a cross-country SUV, the Japanese automaker combines rugged underpinnings with modern tech and an upmarket cabin.
The new Pajero measures 4,920 mm (193.7 inches) long, sized to compete against the Toyota Land Cruiser 250 Series. The exterior has a boxy stance with modern styling features including T-shaped LEDs, large skid plates, squared off wheel arches, side gills with Pajero lettering, a textured C-pillar hugging the roof, and a sculpted tailgate.
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The cabin has a three-row, seven-seater layout taking advantage of the 2,870 mm (113.0-inch) wheelbase. It its characterized by upmarket looks, featuring soft-touch materials and saddle-colored leather upholstery with black inserts an delicate stitching.
On the tech front, the center piece is the dual 14.3-inch displays mounted in a single panel, with 16 background themes and a digital Multi Meter display referencing the triple gauges of older Pajero generations. The latter will show off-road telemetry data including altitude, compass heading, temperature, pitch/roll angles and more.
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Mitsubishi gave emphasis on sound insulation with acoustic glass and additional measures, promising that occupants will be able to converse naturally at highway speeds and other “high-noise conditions”. Furthermore, the Pajero is fitted with a Yamaha audio system featuring 12 speaker, dual amplifiers, and noise compensation technology.
Rugged Underpinnings And “Clean Diesel”
The SUV is based on the ladder frame chassis of the Mitsubishi Triton, albeit with model-specific suspension for a more refined ride. Under the hood lies a 2.4-liter diesel engine with a single variable geometry turbocharger. The company has yet to reveal the output of the non-electrified powertrain but confirmed it generates 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque.
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Power is transmitted to all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic gearbox a standard 4WD system featuring Mitsubishi’s Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) system with selectable drive modes. The diesel is expected to be joined by electrified powertrain options in the future.
Production And Market Availability
Production of the new Mitsubishi Pajero will take place in Thailand, next to the Triton. Initial market launches are set for Thailand, Japan, and Australia during by spring 2027, ahead of a wider rollout to 100 global markets in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.
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While Mitsubishi has confirmed that the Pajero will be sold as the Montero in certain export markets, no decision has been made regarding a U.S. launch that might follow at some point in the future.
Besides the flagship cross-country SUV, Mitsubishi plans to use the Pajero nameplate in other models, effectively turning it into a sub-brand. Members of the extended Pajero family will include a kei-sized offering for Japan and a compact SUV with rugged looks.
