2020 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Debuts With Updated Design, New Tech

Following a preview earlier this month, the facelifted 2020 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport body-on-frame SUV was unveiled today in Thailand, the country where it is also built.

The main design change takes place at the front where the Pajero Sport (sold as the Shogun Sport in the UK and Montero Sport in other markets) adopts Mitsubishi’s Dynamic Shield identity. The new headlights and grille look very similar to the Triton/L200 pickup on which the Pajero Sport is based, with only the bumper looking slightly less rugged than the truck’s.

Another minor difference regards the combination lights placed under the headlights. Less visible to the naked eye is the 2020 Pajero Sport’s higher bonnet which contributes to a more imposing appearance. The rest of the bodywork does not seem to feature significant changes bar some subtle updates to the rear bumper, new wheels, and a sporty roof spoiler.

Another area where Mitsubishi operated changes is the interior which is said to offer more quality and comfort courtesy of updates such as a refreshed center console, soft padded door handles, new AC power outlet added on the rear passenger console, and a storage space located under the center armrest.

Equipment-wise, the facelifted Pajero Sport benefits from the new 8-inch Smartphone-Link Display Audio (SDA) infotainment system, a new 8-inch color LCD meter in the instrument panel, and the Mitsubishi Remote Control keyless operation system which allows the driver to open or close the doors using their smartphone — including the new power tailgate.

As with the facelifted Triton/L200 truck, Mitsubishi has given the Pajero Sport enhanced safety features including Lane Change Assist (LCA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) functions.

Nothing changes from a mechanical standpoint as the rugged SUV carries on with the 2.4-liter MIVEC four-cylinder turbo diesel engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The latter channels the engine’s 181 PS (178 hp) and 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque to all four wheels via the same Super-Select 4WD-II system which now offers a new off-road mode and a newly-designed switch.

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Following its launch in Thailand, the updated Mitsubishi Pajero Sport will eventually be sold in some 90 countries worldwide, including the UK, Philippines, and Australia.

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