A year from its local release, Mitsubishi has given the Pajero Sport upgrades to make it more competitive and provide more safety for occupants.
Additions include ISO-FIX child seat anchors, a seventh airbag for the protection of the driver’s knees in the case of an accident has also been added.
Power still comes courtesy of a 2.4L MIVEC Turbo Diesel Engine producing 133kW at 3 500 rpm and 430Nm of torque at 2 500 rpm, driving the wheels through an 8-speed Automatic Transmission with Intelligent Shift Control.
The Pajero Sport 4×2 now boasts a Towing Mass of 2 700 kg, with the 4×4 derivative now able to tow a trailer or off-road caravan up to 2 790 kg. The Pajero Sport 4×4 is fitted with the latest version of Mitsubishi Motors’ unique Super Select II 4WD system offering four different drive modes with a class-leading Hill-Descent Control system for additional safety when on dangerous ground.
In addition, Electronic Off-road Assistance is available to allow the driver to improve the off-road performance of the Pajero Sport by selecting the Gravel, Mud/Snow or Sand mode in 4HLc to suit surface conditions and optimise engine output, transmission settings and braking for superior traction. The additional Rock setting for extreme off-road conditions can be engaged in 4LLc.
Pricing, servicing and warranty
The Pajero Sport starts at R569 995 for the 4×2 8-speed A/T with Intelligent Shift Control and R619 995 for the 4×4 featuring Mitsubishi Motors’ unique Super Select II 4WD system with electronic Off-road Assistance for improved driver control and passenger safety.
The Pajero Sport is covered by a 3-year / 100 000 km manufacturer’s warranty and a 5-year / 90 000 km service plan with 10 000 km service intervals.