Mitsubishi has introduced it’s latest updated Pajero Sport 7-seater adventure SUV in South Africa. See specification and pricing details below…

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is a tough and capable 7-seater SUV that rivals products such as Toyota’s popular Fortuner, the Ford Everest, Isuzu MU-X and the Haval H9. In an effort to enhance the competitiveness of the Pajero Sport in this hotly-contested segment, Mitsubishi now welcomes a revised offering to market, boasting the brand’s striking ‘Dynamic Shield’ front-end design, which also features on the Triton double-cab bakkie.

More so, Mitsubishi has also bolstered the range with a new range-topping Pajero Sport Exceed 4×4 derivative. All Pajero Sport derivatives are powered by the tried-and-trusted 2.4-litre turbodiesel engine with 133 kW and 430 Nm of torque and mated with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The Pajero Sport is offered in the base 4×2 version and in 4×4 guise, the latter derivatives featuring Mitsubishi’s Super Select 4WD-II system with modes such as Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand or Rock on offer to tackle various terrain conditions.

Key features

The Pajero Sport is generously-equipped with standard features.

All Pajero Sport derivatives are fitted with hill-start assist, automatic headlights, rain-sensing windscreen wipers, rear park distance control and a rear-view camera. The driver can adjust the multi-function leather-wrapped steering wheel for rake and reach and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system offers Bluetooth functionality with voice control functionality for added convenience along with Apple Carplay and Android Auto capability.

Other notable standard features include leather upholstery, a digital instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control air conditioning, electric windows (front and rear), additional dual USB ports for rear passengers and a 220 AC 150W power plug.

In addition to the above features, the Pajero Sport Exceed derivative is fitted with a power tilt and sliding sunroof, electronic tailgate with dual Kick Sensors and Mitsubishi Remote Control Connectivity.

The Pajero Sport rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and Mitsubishi is now offering 2 additional colours to customers including White Diamond and Graphite Grey.

In terms of safety, the Pajero Sport is equipped with7 airbags, ABS with EBD, emergency brake assist, electronic stability control with traction controland ISOFIX child seat anchors.

“The new Pajero Sport is extremely important to Mitsubishi Motors and it ticks all the boxes to become our hero model, says Nic Campbell, General Manager of Mitsubishi Motors South Africa. “It is important to note that Mitsubishi Motors is taking a new direction, focusing on growing market segments – and the new Pajero Sport certainly leads the way for our future.”

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport – Price in South Africa

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4×2 Auto – R609 995

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4×4 Auto – R659 995

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Exceed – R679 995

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is sold with a 3-year/100 000 km warranty and a 5-year/90 000 km service plan.

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