2024-01-12 13:00:25
Title: Mitsubishi Considering Revival of Pajero in Japan
In a surprising move, Mitsubishi is reportedly considering the revival of the Pajero in Japan, following the success of Toyota’s new Land Cruiser. The decision comes after Toyota completely renewed the old 70 series, adding a 2.8L turbo diesel engine and an automatic transmission, leading to a waiting list of tens of thousands of customers. The success of the 70 series has not gone unnoticed by Mitsubishi, leading to discussions of bringing back the Pajero in Japan.
The new Pajero, known as the “Pajero Sport,” is based on the Triton’s ladder chassis and has been met with great commercial success in Southeast Asia. The model includes driver assistance and active safety systems as well as three rows of seats, in addition to true 4×4 capability. The Pajero Sport is currently being produced in Thailand and has generated a significant amount of interest in the Japanese market.
Historically, the Pajero Sport arrived a few months after Mitsubishi introduced a new generation of Triton, leading many to believe that the Pajero Sport will be introduced in Japan in the coming year. While not identical to the previous generations of the Pajero, the new model is expected to appeal to off-road enthusiasts in Japan.
The buzz created by Toyota’s new Land Cruiser series has sparked competition in the off-road vehicle market, leading Mitsubishi to consider bringing back the Pajero. The potential revival of the Pajero is generating excitement among off-roaders, with many wondering if other iconic vehicles, such as the Ibo, will also make a return.
It remains to be seen if Mitsubishi will ultimately bring back the Pajero to Japan, but the recent reports have generated significant interest among off-road enthusiasts. The potential return of the Pajero could add a new level of competition to the off-road vehicle market in Japan.
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