Mitsubishi Motors South Africa (MMSA) is taking an upmarket approach with the launch of the latest version of the New Pajero Sport.
The Mitsubishi Pajero – first launched almost 38 years ago – is a true legend and lays claim to being the most successful vehicle in the history of the Dakar Rally, with no fewer than 12 wins, including seven consecutive victories.
More than 3.3 million Pajero derivatives have been sold world-wide since Mitsubishi first introduced the famous Pajero in 2006.
The new Pajero Sport is extremely important to Mitsubishi Motors and it ticks all the boxes to become our hero model
– Nic Campbell, General Manager of Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
The all-new Pajero Sport was named one of the finalists in the 2019 South African Car of the Year competition.
The new “Boss of the Mitsubishi Stable” will turn heads thanks to more style and more luxury as well as various improvements thanks to Mitsubishi’s Dynamic Shield design approach.
“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.”
New Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. Image courtesy of Quickpic
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
EXTERIOR: According to Campbell, the Dynamic Shield design, which is the new face of the Mitsubishi brand, symbolising its tough, prestigious, and legendary heritage, is clearly visible on the Pajero Sport’s front.
One of the most outstanding visual features of the new Pajero Sport is its new Dynamic Shield front grille, giving the upgraded version an enhanced, more stylish and modern look. This includes LED headlamps, daytime running lights, fog lamps and cornering lamps. To the rear, the new Pajero Sport boasts a thicker bumper with a rear diffuser to highlight the Pajero Sport’s stable stance on the road.
New Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. Image courtesy of Quickpic
ENGINES: Mitsubishi’s most stylish Pajero Sport Exceed 8-speed A/T 4×4 is powered by the proven 2.4L MIVEC DOHC Intercooled Turbodiesel, 133Kw, 430Nm engine. It features a 68-litre fuel tank and has 218mm ground clearance. The new Pajero Sport joins existing powertrains being the:
- 2.4L MIVEC Turbodiesel 8-speed A/T 4×2
- 2.4L MIVEC Turbodiesel 8-speed A/T 4×4
Make no mistake – this is a very safe, quality-built machine
– Nic Campbell, General Manager of Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
SAFETY: To help keep occupants safe, the Pajero Sport has a variety of passive safety features such as:
- 7 airbags and ISOFIX child seat anchors
- Active stability
- Traction control (ASTC)
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)
- Emergency brake assist system (BAS)
- Hill-start assist system (HAS)
- Dusk-sensing headlights
- Rain-sensing windscreen wipers
- Rear park distance control
- Rear-view camera
“Make no mistake – this is a very safe, quality-built machine,” says Campbell.
New Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. Image courtesy of Quickpic
DRIVER FRIENDLY AND LUXURIOUS INTERIOR: Improvements have also been done to the already quality and comfortable cabin, offering a soft, luxurious feel, more leg room and elbow space, the aforementioned additional outlets and ports and the seven high-quality, comfortable leather seats.
“The Pajero Sport is our hero in the Mitsubishi line-up with a truly luxurious, yet practical interior,” says Campbell. This includes outstanding innovation and convenience with:
- Tilt and telescopic adjustment for the steering column
- Multi-function leather-clad steering wheel with audio and cruise control settings
- Bluetooth with hands-free voice control
- 8-inch smart link display with apple car play and android auto
- Full-colour digital instrument display
- Automatic dual-zone air-conditioning throughout the 7-seater cabin
- Electric windows
- Electric parking brake with auto hold function
- USB and additional accessory sockets (dual USB for the rear passengers)
- 220ac 150-watt power plug
- Power tilt and sliding sunroof
- Mitsubishi remote control connectivity and
- Electronic Tailgate with Dual Kick Sensors
New Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. Image courtesy of Quickpic
LEGENDARY 4X4 CAPABILITIES: “The 4×4 driver selector dial on the new Exceed allows the driver to select between no less than four driving modes,” says Campbell. “Serious adventurers can rest assured that Mitsubishi’s advanced Super Select 4WD II system is among the best in the world and will be an asset on any excursion.
“The Pajero Sport has a 30-degree approach angle, the best in its class, which allows adventurers to challenge tough obstacles head-on, while the 24-degree departure angle will get you back down safely.”
New Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. Image courtesy of Quickpic
Colour: The 2020 Pajero Sport colour palette has been extended by two hues: White Diamond and Graphite Grey.
Pricing: Mitsubishi Motors South Africa offers the three derivatives, including the new Exceed, at competitive prices:
- Mitsubishi Sport 4×2 Auto: R609 995
- Mitsubishi Sport 4×4 Auto: R659 995
- Mitsubishi Sport Exceed: R679 995
Warranty and Service: The new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has a 3-year/100 000km manufacturer’s warranty and a 5-year/90 000km service plan with 10 000km service intervals.
