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Mitsubishi Pajero revival and SUV/pickup expansion

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Mitsubishi Motors has officially launched the fifth-generation Pajero (also known as the Montero or Shogun) in Thailand, marking the flagship SUV’s return after a multi-year hiatus. Produced at the Laem Chabang plant, the vehicle is available in three variants: the GLS 2.4 8AT 4x2, the GSR 2.4 8AT 4x2, and the top-tier Super Exceed 2.4 8AT 4x4. The Super Exceed trim features S-AWC all-wheel drive, AYC torque vectoring, and MiPilot Level 2 semi-autonomous technology. ~~In Japan, pre-orders are scheduled to begin~~ Following the Thai launch on October ~~1, 2026, with a lineup including the SUPER EXCEED, EXCEED, GSR, and GLS grades. Shipments to~~ 19, shipments are scheduled for Australia and ~~Japan are~~ Japan, with Japanese sales expected to begin in mid-December ~~2026, with a~~ 2026. A broader rollout to approximately 100 countries, including the Middle East and Latin America, is slated for 2027. Technical specifications for the new model include an updated 2.4-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine derived from the Triton. To comply with Euro 6d emissions standards, the Pajero will require the use of AdBlue to reduce nitrous oxide (NOx) emissions. Mitsubishi Australia product strategy manager Rod Pinedo noted that while this adds a maintenance element for owners, it allows the vehicle to meet stricter criteria than competitors like the Toyota Prado and Ford Everest. The vehicle claims a fuel economy as low as 7.1L/100km. As part of the ‘Momentum 2030’ strategy, President Keisuke Kishiura announced plans to expand the Pajero nameplate to include compact and small SUV ~~models, including potential ‘kei’ class vehicles.~~ models. Additionally, Mitsubishi is reintroducing the L200 pickup ~~(known as the Triton in other markets)~~ to Europe and the ~~UK after a five-year absence. The European L200 lineup will feature dual-cab configurations with 2.4-liter biturbo diesel engines, with pricing starting at €39,990 in Germany~~ UK, and ~~£39,995 for the Barbarian trim in the UK. Further expansion includes the introduction of~~ introducing the Destinator, a midsize three-row SUV ~~designed~~ for the ASEAN ~~region, featuring a 1.5-liter turbo MIVEC engine.~~ region.

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