Mitsubishi has handed the Pajero Sport a subtle nip and tuck, with the fresh-faced current-generation Pajero Sport now, ahem, sporting subtle exterior design updates and a few interior tech enhancements. Noteworthy, the pricing (see below) has remained the same. Here’s what’s new…
According to Mitsubishi South Africa, the updated Pajero Sport is “more than a facelift”, but proof of how the Japanese automaker is revising its entire model range to keep up with the ever-evolving automotive landscape. In addition, the company maintains that, with the pricing remaining unchanged, the Pajero Sport offers “unquestionable” value for money for those in the market for an adventure SUV.
So, what’s new on the “facelifted” Pajero Sport? Well, for starters, the front facia features an updated version of the manufacturer’s signature ‘Dynamic Shield’ grille, which, the firm says, enhances the previous-generation Triton-based SUV’s “assertive” appearance. New 18-inch alloy wheels are also included in the package.
Stepping inside, interior updates include a new 8.0-inch digital driver’s display and redesigned multifunction steering wheel. An 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, replete with smartphone screen mirroring, and a sunroof are further included in the package.
The firm’s familiar 2.4-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged oil-burner is employed across the range. As a reminder, this powertrain churns out 133 kW and 430 N.m of twisting force, available from 3 500 r/min and 2 500 r/min, respectively. The turbodiesel unit is exclusively equipped with an eight-speed automatic cog swapper, delivering drive to the rear wheels in the entry-level model or all four corners via Mitsubishi’s Super Select 4WD-II system.
How much does the updated Mitsubishi Pajero Sport cost in South Africa?
The updated three-strong Mitsubishi Pajero Sport range is priced from R789 990 for the rear-wheel-driven, entry-level variant to R904 990 for the four-wheel-drive derivative specified in Exceed trim grade. Slotting in between these models, the mid-tier (four-wheel-drive) Pajero Sport is priced from R854 990. Included in the asking price are Mitsubishi’s three-year/100 000 km warranty and a service plan spanning five years or 90 000 km.
- Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2.4L DI-DC AT — R789 990
- Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2.4L DI-DC 4WD AT — R854 990
- Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2.4L DI-DC 4WD Exceed AT — R904 990