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Mitsubishi Pajero Review, For Sale, Specs, Colours, Models & News

On sale in Australia for close to 40 years the Mitsubishi Pajero finished production in 2021, with no replacement planned.

Through four generations the full-size 4x4 offered a choice of five- and seven-seat configuration, as well as the option of diesel or petrol engines, matched with manual or automatc transmissions.

The last model sold here was 3.2-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder only.

Mitsubishi Pajero Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Mitsubishi Pajero here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • 2018 Mitsubishi Pajero indicator and locking issues

    If it was just the indicators or just the central locking, you could spend a long time figuring this out. But if both the indicators and the central locking went on the blink at the same time, any mechanic's suspicions would be drawn to the body computer. This is an ECU that controls all those functions, including cruise-control, heating and ventilation and much, much more.

    If the computer unit fails or starts to behave erratically, you'll notice these functions either working intermittently or not working at all. In some cases, a new body computer will be needed, but you can try this trick at home. Disconnect the battery and leave the car overnight. You may find when you reconnect the battery, all the functions have been restored.

    The other trick to try is to hold the lock button on your key fob for a minimum of 60 seconds. That, too, can often reset the body computer and reboot thigs back to where they should be. Failing that, it's off to an auto electrician.

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  • My 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero won't start after replacing the engine crank angle sensor

    It's not unheard of for a brand-new component to be faulty straight out of the box. However, the more logical explanation for your car refusing to start after the crank angle sensor was replaced is that the sensor was not the problem in the first place.

    Instead of continuing to replace random components that may or may not fix the problem, you really need to find the problem and then tackle it with new parts. Scanning the car's electronics will often throw up the answer, but it could also be something as simple as the car having sat for a few months and the fuel going stale in the process. The causes of a no-start condition are endless.

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  • Are there any problems with the 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero manual turbo-diesel?

    The manual transmission in this car side-stepped one of the bigger faults with the Pajero. In automatic form, the transmission cooler which ran inside the radiator could split, allowing the coolant and transmission fluid to mix. If this happened, the transmission was often ruined. No such problem with the manual, however.

    But really, the scope for problems in a car this old that also happens to be an off-roader is huge. Age and kilometres are never kind to vehicles, and a Pajero of this age has probably covered plenty of ground. Also, if it has been used as its maker intended (that is, off-road) then you need to check things like wheel bearings, differential fluids and suspension parts for damage and wear. Are the chassis rails showing signs of having clobbered hundreds of rocks in the past? Do all the body panels line-up or are there signs of the metal having been bent and twisted in the bush?

    Even if the car has never been off-road (and you can confirm this) there's still all the old-car checks to make. Have the engine compression tested to make sure there's not excessive internal wear and listen carefully for any clunks, bangs or grinding noises. Then go through the car from top to bottom making sure every switch, handle and lever does what it is supposed to.

    These can be really good second-hand buys, but the wrong Pajero, like the wrong example of any car, can break your heart and empty your wallet. If in doubt, have a Pajero specialist or your state motoring club independently check the car for you and get a written report.

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  • I wanted to get your advice on an older cheap car for around $5-7K. Do you have any recommendations?

    It’s a bit hard to go past an older Holden Commodore or Ford Falcon for this brief. That said, your towing requirement means you’d be best looking at something like an AU (1998 to 2003) Falcon Ute (assuming you only need to move one other person).

    These are strong, simple cars that any mechanic can deal with and parts are plentiful and relatively cheap. There are other options (older Japanese dual-cabs) but nothing really gets close to the Aussie stuff for durability and running costs. An elderly Nissan Navara, for instance, might do the job but is likely to become fragile as it ages. A two-wheel-drive Toyota HiLux is another possibility, but you’d probably be right at the limit of your towing capacity with one of those. The Falcon ute, meanwhile, can legally tow 2300kg. It’s not glamorous or sexy, but it’ll do the job and stay on target price-wise.

    The other obvious contender would be an early Mitsubishi Pajero with a V6 engine. These had a towing capacity of 2500kg and are around now for very little money, certainly within your budget. They also double as a very handy off-roader should you wish.

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Mitsubishi Pajero Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Mitsubishi Pajero varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $46,420 and going to $67,100 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2021 SUV 3.2L, Diesel, 5 SP AUTO $46,420 $67,100
2020 SUV 3.2L, Diesel, 5 SP AUTO $49,720 $65,890
2019 SUV 3.2L, Diesel, 5 SP AUTO $46,090 $60,500
2018 SUV 3.2L, Diesel, 5 SP AUTO $39,160 $61,820
2017 SUV 3.2L, Diesel, 5 SP AUTO $35,970 $58,300
See All Mitsubishi Pajero Pricing and Specs

Mitsubishi Pajero Towing Capacity

The Mitsubishi Pajero has maximum towing capacity of 3000kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2021 SUV 3000kg 3000kg
2020 SUV 3000kg 3000kg
2019 SUV 3000kg 3000kg
2018 SUV 3000kg 3000kg
2017 SUV 3000kg 3000kg
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Mitsubishi Pajero Seats

The following Mitsubishi Pajero is available with seven seats. It includes 60:40 split folding second row seats, as well as removable third row seats. The GLX variant comes with black fabric seat trim, whereas the GLS comes with black sport cloth and leather-look bolsters.

Shown above are seat details for the Mitsubishi Pajero 2019.

Mitsubishi Pajero Colours

  • White Solid
  • Warm White
  • Sterling Silver
  • Deep Bronze
  • Graphite
  • Terra Rossa
  • Pitch Black
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Mitsubishi Pajero 2019.

Mitsubishi Pajero Dimensions

The dimensions of the Mitsubishi Pajero SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2021 SUV 1900x1875x4900 mm 225 mm
2020 SUV 1900x1875x4900 mm 225 mm
2019 SUV 1900x1845x4900 mm 225 mm
2018 SUV 1900x1845x4900 mm 225 mm
2017 SUV 1900x1845x4900 mm 225 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Mitsubishi Pajero Dimensions

Mitsubishi Pajero Fuel Consumption

The Mitsubishi Pajero is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.1L/100km for SUV /Diesel for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2021 SUV 9.1L/100km 3.2L Diesel 5 SP AUTO
2020 SUV 9.1L/100km 3.2L Diesel 5 SP AUTO
2019 SUV 9L/100km 3.2L Diesel 5 SP AUTO
2018 SUV 9.1L/100km 3.2L Diesel 5 SP AUTO
2017 SUV 9.1L/100km 3.2L Diesel 5 SP AUTO
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Mitsubishi Pajero Boot Space

The Mitsubishi Pajero SUV has a boot space size of 846 Litres.
Mitsubishi Pajero Boot space Mitsubishi Pajero Boot space
Shown above are boot space details for the Mitsubishi Pajero 2020.

Mitsubishi Pajero Wheel Size

The Mitsubishi Pajero has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 265x65 R17 1 for SUV in 2021.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2021 SUV 265x65 R17 1 265x65 R17 1
2020 SUV 265x65 R17 1 265x65 R17 1
2019 SUV 265x60 R18 18x7.5 inches 265x60 R18 18x7.5 inches
2018 SUV 265x60 R18 18x7.5 inches 265x60 R18 18x7.5 inches
2017 SUV 265x60 R18 18x7.5 inches 265x60 R18 18x7.5 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Mitsubishi Pajero Wheel Sizes