Following several teasers over the past year, Mitsubishi has finally confirmed that an all-new Mitsubishi Pajero will be making its comeback after a five-year absence. In an announcement, the Japanese carmaker said the fifth-generation Mitsubishi Pajero is slated for a world premiere in autumn 2026, suggesting a likely late third-quarter debut.
Not much about the all-new Mitsubishi Pajero is known for now, but the company has confirmed that the car will feature a body-on-frame chassis based on the Mitsubishi Triton. If you can recall, there was previously the Pajero Sport, which did the same thing. This time, that formula seems to be standing as its own Pajero thing.
The all-new Mitsubishi Pajero won’t be an exact copy-and-paste, as Mitsubishi assures it will be fitted with “model-specific development of the cabin and front and rear suspension”. Mitsubishi also emphasised that it will sit as the brand’s new flagship model, likely featuring more creature comforts inside for a more comfort-oriented experience.
Since it’s going to be based on the Triton, let’s take a look at that for a better idea of what to expect. The Triton is powered by a 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine providing up to 204 hp and 470 Nm of torque. Power is sent through a six-speed automatic or manual transmission, with options for a four-wheel drive (4WD) or rear-wheel drive (RWD) setup.
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Still, Mitsubishi appears to have bigger ambitions for the Pajero. Instead of remaining a single model, the iconic nameplate is set to grow into a wider lineup. The company says two additional Pajero-based models are currently under development, promising the brand’s trademark off-road capability, durability, and reliability. One of them could potentially emerge as the aforementioned Pajero Sport.
Alongside its Pajero developments, Mitsubishi also revealed its long-term product roadmap. The company plans to introduce 13 new models by fiscal year 2031 (ending March 2032), including the aforementioned Pajero and its related models. Mitsubishi says the upcoming lineup will place greater emphasis on off-road-focused vehicles, an area where the brand believes its “strengths are most evident.”
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The future lineup is set to include minivans, SUVs of various sizes, electric kei cars and SUVs, pickup trucks, as well as an all-new XPander targeted specifically at the ASEAN market.
Mitsubishi has yet to reveal any details about the next-generation XPander, including a potential launch timeline. The current model has been on sale in Malaysia for over six years since its debut in 2020, receiving a facelift in 2024. Despite its age, it still remains one of the country’s best-selling non-national MPVs.
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The current Mitsubishi XPander is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine producing 104 hp and 141 Nm, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission driving the front wheels. Standard equipment includes a 9-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, fabric upholstery, and a six-speaker audio system.
Offering seating for seven in a three-row 2+3+2 configuration, the Mitsubishi XPander remains one of the more affordable non-national MPV options in Malaysia, with prices starting from RM99,980 on the road, without insurance.
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