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Categories: BUSINESS · TECHNOLOGY
Mitsubishi Pajero SUV revival advances
Entities: Mitsubishi Motors Corp. · Volkswagen AG · Volkswagen ID. Polo · Mitsubishi Pajero
Overview
Mitsubishi Motors continues to move forward with its Pajero (Montero) comeback. The full‑size, ladder‑frame SUV built on the Thai‑made Triton platform will be unveiled globally in autumn 2026, with Australian deliveries slated for the end of that year and sales to Taiwan planned via import channels.
In July 2026 the company showed a pre‑production version to a small group of owners in Japan, gathering feedback on the rugged chassis and a premium beige soft‑touch interior. Mitsubishi confirmed the global presentation will occur on 2 September 2026, reaffirming the vehicle’s off‑road character while adding a modern cabin.
Technical details include a 2.4‑litre twin‑turbo diesel engine (≈150 kW/470 Nm) and a plug‑in‑hybrid variant that pairs a 2.4‑litre gasoline engine with two electric motors for a combined 252 hp. Japanese pricing is expected between ¥5 million and ¥7 million. Production will take place at Mitsubishi’s Thailand plant, which the firm aims to develop into a hub for hybrid utility‑vehicle exports.
Separately, a 2027 relaunch of the compact Pajero I/O is planned for Japan, based on the Exforce concept and offered with a 1.6‑L gasoline engine or a plug‑in‑hybrid system, both featuring four‑wheel drive and a 12.3‑inch infotainment screen. In July 2026, customiser DAMD introduced a retrofit kit turning the Delica Mini kei‑car into a Montero‑styled mini‑SUV, extending the revival into the kei‑car niche.
Timeline
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about 6 hours ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMitsubishi Pajero and Volkswagen ID. Polo unveiled for 2026 launchMitsubishi revealed a 2026 global launch of the Pajero SUV with diesel and plug‑in‑hybrid options; Volkswagen rolled out the electric ID. Polo, offering up to 455 km range and three power levels, priced from €
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5 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMitsubishi Unveils New Generation Pajero SUV Ahead of 2026 LaunchMitsubishi showcased a pre‑production Pajero with ladder‑frame underpinnings and a premium interior, announcing a global autumn 2026 launch and import entry into Taiwan, with Australian deliveries due later in
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16 days ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesMitsubishi Pajero Mini kei car sees revival and replica kitsMitsubishi’s 1994 Pajero Mini kei car is highlighted as a compact off‑roader, while Japanese tuner DAMD offers a replica kit that revives its classic Montero styling for about €13,000.
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17 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMitsubishi to Relaunch Pajero I/O SUV in 2027; Toyo Unveils Updated Street Sweeper in 2026Mitsubishi will relaunch its Pajero I/O compact SUV in Japan in 2027 with a hybrid powertrain, while Toyo's Isuzu‑based street‑sweeper models receive a full overhaul and launch in July 2026.
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23 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMitsubishi Pajero Mini sells at US auction as company teases next‑gen off‑road modelA Snoopy‑liveried Mitsubishi Pajero Mini was auctioned in Tennessee, while Mitsubishi previews a 2026 off‑road Pajero with a ladder‑frame and 2.4 L diesel, built on the Triton platform in Thailand.
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29 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMitsubishi unveils new 2027 Pajero SUV with digital off‑road tech and Thai productionMitsubishi's 2027 Pajero will debut with a digital Multi Meter, four trim levels, Thai production, and a 2.4 L turbo diesel, targeting launch late 2026 and Australian sales by year‑end.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMitsubishi to Relaunch Pajero/Montero SUV Targeting Toyota Land Cruiser SegmentMitsubishi announced a new body‑on‑frame Pajero/Montero SUV for North America, targeting the Toyota Land Cruiser market with a launch planned by 2030 and possible hybrid or diesel variants.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMitsubishi confirms Pajero SUV revival as Montero for North American marketMitsubishi will bring back the Pajero SUV as the Montero in North America, unveiling a new ladder‑frame model and future hybrid‑focused lineup.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 15 sourcesMitsubishi revives Pajero lineup with new off‑road modelsMitsubishi is bringing back the Pajero on a Triton‑based chassis with diesel and hybrid options, targeting an autumn‑2026 launch, while also partnering with Nissan on a U.S. pickup.
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2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 33 sourcesMitsubishi Pajero set for global comeback with new model launch planned for 2026Mitsubishi will revive the Pajero (Montero) nameplate with a new ladder‑frame SUV launching globally in autumn 2026, part of a 13‑model plan through 2031.
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