Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2024 News

The next-gen Mitsubishi Pajero Sport four-wheel drive has been spotted testing overseas. The Pajero Sport is the SUV version of the Triton ute and competes against the Ford Everest, Toyota Fortuner and Isuzu MU-X.

Mitsubishi Australia is diversifying its powertrain offerings and growing its range to maintain its place as a volume seller in the competitive Australian market.Along with its signature plug-in hybrid powertrain and existing petrol and diesel offerings, Mitsubishi promises to add both Tesla-rivalling electric cars and regular hybrids to fight Toyota by 2030 in response to Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standards (NVES). The brand announced its plans, in line with the global Momentum 2030 movement, at a dealer conference at a time when new Chinese brands are on an astronomical rise in Australia with growing line-ups stacked with affordable hybrid and electric cars. Mitsubishi will roll its new powertrains out on existing nameplates, including the new Pajero Sport and revised Outlander. It also looks like the brand is adding new models such as the Delica pictured at the far back of the image and a sub-ASX SUV. The change has come about after Australia was reclassified as a ‘core’ Mitsubishi market by the Japanese brand. “We will offer not only battery electrics but also plug-in hybrids and hybrids, and introduce appropriate products that will meet the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) set by the Australian government,” said Mitsubishi Motors Corporation President and CEO Takao Kato. Local CEO Shaun Westcott, added: “ is at a key point in its history, and today’s announcements confirm Mitsubishi Motors’ commitment to this market, via a strong product pathway to the end of the decade. “This includes delivering advanced powertrain technologies and a wider product choice, every model endowed with a unique spirit of adventure.” What new models are in the Momentum 2030 teaser?Mitsubishi has not confirmed any model names, details or whether the cars in the ‘Momentum 20230’ teaser will come to Australia. The brand also promised “new or completely refreshed products in multiple market segments,” so let’s have a guess at what’s coming up. Here are our thoughts, from left to right. On the left appears to be a selection of all-new SUV products. Mitsubishi has said electric cars will happen; these could come to fruition as a ute or as a mid-size SUV, given the brand’s access to the Nissan Ariya underpinnings. The front most left car appears to be a sub-ASX coupe-style SUV which has been rumoured as a plug-in hybrid to take the reins from the Mirage sedan, by US sources.Behind it is likely the ASX replacement we’ve all been waiting for. Given Mitsubishi has hinted at a hybrid model in the mix, this small SUV could be a rival for the Corolla Cross and Nissan Qashqai – potentially twinned with the Renault Symbioz. The two centre models are the most obscure, though right down the back is quite clearly the Delica D:5 off-road van. In front of it could be the new Pajero Sport ‘PPV’ but equally the rebirth of the iconic three-row Pajero. Both were hinted at in Mitsubishi’s mid-term plan and Nissan is set to unveil the Pajero’s expected sibling, the Patrol, before March 2025. The three right models are updated or tweaked existing vehicles. The Triton is earmarked for electrification – be that hybrid, plug-in for full EV, or more than one – in the near future. We’re expecting the front right model will be revealed in 2025 as a rugged off-road-focused version of the Outlander family SUV. Further back is a more conventional Outlander. The car debuted in 2021 so come 2025 – four years later – a facelift is due. Mitsubishi could roll out a strong hybrid version of its mid-size SUV alongside a facelift, though it’s safe to expect revisions to suspension, the plug-in hybrid system and in-car technology. Whether Mitsubishi’s updated plan is enough to keep dealers excited remains to be seen. The new Triton is off to a strong start up 12 per cent year-on-year despite a lack of entry models. The Outlander is also performing well finding 2500 buyers in May and up 17.3 per cent.

Mitsubishi has revealed the updated Pajero Sport rugged four-wheel drive that is now available in showrooms.The Japanese brand has axed two-wheel drive variants from the range, which means the cheapest ticket into a Pajero Sport is now $6600 more than before.The range now kicks off with the Pajero Sport GLX 4WD five-seater priced at $51,540 (before on-road costs), this is $1600 more than the 2023 version.It is still cheaper than its closest rivals, the Toyota Fortuner that starts at $53,775, and the Ford Everest, which costs $58,990 for the cheapest 4WD variant.All variants have had a price hike with the GLS seven-seater up $1700 to $56,890, the Exceed is $1900 more expensive at $62,590 and the range-topping GSR is up $2400 to $64,840.There is also a GLS Deluxe variant that adds synthetic leather upholstery with grey stitching priced at $59,240.The refresh brings a range of styling and equipment tweaks across the range.There are new 18-inch alloy wheels, front and rear bumper garnishes, upper and lower front grilles and black headlight extensions are now standard across all variants.Inside, all versions now have a leather-trimmed three-spoke steering wheel borrowed from the new Triton dual-cab ute and adaptive cruise control is included on every variant.The base GLX scores auto headlights and wipers and the GSR has a two-tone synthetic leather upholstery and dark titanium interior highlights.The GSR also stands out in the traffic with black exterior mirrors, door handles and tailgate handle.All variants remain powered by a 2.4-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine that makes 133kW and 430Nm matched to an eight-speed automatic transmission.The Pajero Sport has a max braked towing capacity of 3100kg.This is likely the last update before a new Pajero Sport arrives based on the next-generation Triton dual-cab that launched in Australia earlier this year.The new Triton packs a more powerful punch with a twin-turbo 2.4-litre diesel engine making 150kW and 470Nm. It also ups the max towing capacity to 3500kg.This is paired with bold styling and a modern cabin with larger screens and improved safety tech.There is no timeline yet on the next-generation Pajero Sport but it is likely to follow a year or so after the Triton, which would give it a 2025 launch date.2024 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Range 

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