Mitsubishi Pajero: A chassis-based medium SUV

 Pajero, Montero, Shogun...When you hear of these names, you may consider 

Mistubishi add newcomers to its product list once again. But actually, these three

separate name refers to the same car, Mitsubishi Pajero. Montero and Shogun are

the two nicknames Pajero used in the Iberian Peninsula and the British Isles.

Mitsubishi is always considerate in treating its international customers, which could

be reflected on its use of brand names. It seems that I have gone too far. Now

let's get back to the topic.

Pajero has a small body, but it's perfectly compatible with the high chassis inherited

from the Mitsubishi L200 pickup truck.  Again you could find some L200 elements

in Pajero's styling, though the front fascia is not the same. The spare wheel on

the back is missing. The windows shrink, and the roofline looks straight. Both of

them give Pajero a sportier look. Judging from its appearance, it looks faster 

than before. 

Entering inside, you will explore a new world. The interior is awfully different. 

Plastic wooden trims, plastic dashboard and interior door panels are the benefits

that Pajero rewarded in this update. The central console also takes plastic. The

cabin has a good figure in length. Only 5 seats is offered. The rear seat passengers

may feel disppointed for the insufficient legroom. But even for the above-average

ones, this defect still exists.

The powertrain could bring the Pajero under spotlight. The combination of a 2.5-litre

turbodiesel and a 5-speed manual transmission eliminated the lack of power.

A low-range stick stays beside. It's a pity that Pajero didn't inherit the intelligent

traction system from its predecessors. A 4×4 on-demand system, paired with

both rear and all-wheel drive without a center differential is available. There is

an automatic version on the option list. A 3.0-litre V6 unit is on sale in some

specific markets.