12:52 23-12-2025

Next-generation Mitsubishi Pajero spotted testing in Australia ahead of 2026 debut

Next-gen Mitsubishi Pajero spied testing in Australia. Triton-based SUV with 2.4L twin-turbo diesel, automatic and Super Select 4WD. Debut set for 2026.

The next-generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has been spotted in Australia, where the SUV is undergoing local testing. The newcomer is built on the Mitsubishi Triton pickup’s chassis, a foundation that hints at serious intent for durability and capability.

The design will take a fresh turn, borrowing select exterior cues from the Mitsubishi Destinator concept while keeping the brand’s identity intact. According to insiders, after a lengthy hiatus Mitsubishi plans to revive the original Pajero name, replacing the current Pajero Sport badge—an expected move that should resonate with long-time fans.

Power will come from a 2.4-liter twin‑turbo diesel engine. While the company remains tight-lipped on exact figures, the model is expected to retain an automatic transmission similar to its predecessors and the time-tested Super Select four-wheel-drive system. For buyers who value dependable traction in tricky conditions, that continuity is reassuring.

The global debut is penciled in for around 2026, with sales slated to begin the same year. Australia will be the first market to receive the new model, a fitting launchpad for an SUV with rugged roots.