2008 MITSUBISHI MONTERO PAJERO SPORT THE NO.1 SUV

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 New Mitsubishi Pajero Sport SUV to be Unveiled at the 2008 Moscow Motor Show

The Pajero for some means a formidable 4x4 vehicle, for others it's an "insult" that we won't even start explaining here at NihonCar.com. Anyway, if you're one of those looking for a sportier Pajero you'll be pleased. With a redesigned front grill, rear trunk, and more dynamic lines... For the rest, we'll have to wait until the end of September for more pictures of this new SUV.

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation will unveil its new Pajero Sport*1 SUV model at the Moscow Auto Salon 2008 (The Moscow Motor Show) to be held at the Crocus Expo in Moscow between August 26 and September 7 (opens to the public on August 29). The new Pajero Sport will be phased in selected regions*2 such as Russia, the ASEAN area, the Middle East, Latin America and Oceania starting in the fall this year.
*1 The model will carry a different name in different markets: Montero Sport in South America, Nativa in Latin America and Challenger in Australia.
*2 The new Pajero Sport will neither be sold in Central & Western Europe nor in North America, where other types of SUVs are favored.

The new Pajero Sport features dynamic and sporty exterior lines, complemented by a stylish and vast interior space that engenders a sense of comfort, purpose and safety. This cabin, available in either a 2-row (5-passenger) or 3-row (7-passenger) seating configuration is also very practical with water-repellent seats and a waterproof luggage compartment floor, ideal for leisure use.

Mitsubishi's latest SUV will be powered by a choice of three engines which all deliver outstanding motive performance and fuel economy: 2.5-liter and 3.2-liter common rail direct injection diesel units and a 3.5-liter V6 gasoline unit*3.

In terms of architecture, the body of the Pajero Sport is mounted on a new ladder frame to realize high levels of durability and reliability, consistent with the needs of its target markets.

Mitsubishi's All Wheel Control philosophy, forged through its participation in the Dakar Rally and other contests, informs all of the company's 4WD systems. The new model will use the Super Select 4WD system, also used in the Pajero*4 SUV, which transmits drive torque effectively to all four wheels on all types of surface. The body, frame and driveline not only give Pajero Sport outstanding off-road performance but allow it to deliver excellent drive dynamics over all surfaces.

The choice of the Moscow Motor Show to unveil the new Pajero Sport is a clear indication of Russia's eminent position within Mitsubishi Motors. In fiscal 2007 Mitsubishi Motors sold some 100,000 vehicles on the Russian market, boosted by the ever successful Lancer line-up and a popular range of SUVs.

MMC is confident that the new Pajero Sport SUV will make a strong addition to its SUV range, which also includes the Pajero and Outlander. Coming on the heels of the introduction of the Lancer*5 sports sedan last year, this will allow MMC to expand SUV sales and hit a total sales volume of 140,000 units on the Russian market in fiscal 2008.
*3 Russian-spec vehicle will only be available with the 3.2-liter diesel engine and 2-row, 5-passenger capacity seating arrangement.
*4 "Montero" in Spanish-speaking countries and "Shogun' in the UK.

SAID TO BE AVAILABLE IN:

3 ENGINE CHOICES

• CRDi 2.5L
• CRDi 3.2L
• Gas 3.5 V6

SEATS:

• 5 (2-rows)
• 7 (3-rows)

CABIN CONFIGURATION:

• Water-repellent seats
• Water proof luggage compartment floor

STANDARD FEATURES:

• 4 Speed A/T Adaptive Shift Control (sames Pajero SE)
• Alloy wheels
• Intermittent rar Window Wiper
• Tow hooks
• Tinted Glass
• Mudguards

***NEW LADDER FRAME***
***SUPER SELECT 4WD SYSTEM***
***10-WAY ADJUSTABLE DRIVER SEAT***

MMC will hold its Press Briefing at the Mitsubishi Motors stand at 17:20 on Tuesday August 26.

The new 2008 2009 MitsubishiMonteroSportlooks great. On the outside, the 2008 2009 Montero Sport comes standard with alloy wheels, skid plates for its four-wheel-drive transfer case, a chrome grille, tow hooks, intermittent rear window-wiper, tinted glass, and mudguards.

On the inside, Montero Sport includes such amenities as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, power windows, air conditioning, cruise control, three 12-volt outlets, optional power sunroof, and a height-adjustable steering column.

Mitsubishi Montero Sport models boast 10-way adjustable driver's seats, six-way adjustable front passenger seats, 140-watt stereo systems, and a number of tie-down hooks in the cargo areas. To complete our Mitsubishi Montero Sport review, we'd be remiss in mentioning the available accessories, such as a nose mask, fender flares, and roof rails, to name a few.

At the heart of all of the 2008 2009 Mitsubishi Montero Sport models is an engine that means business and doesn't play around. Standard on the Mitsubishi Montero Sport ES and 2008 2009 LS models, you'll find a 3.0-liter, cast-iron, SOHC 24-valve V-6 engine that delivers 165 horsepower at 5,250 and 186 pounds-per-foot of torque at 4,000 rpm. With the XLS and Limited models, you'll find a 3.5-liter, cast-iron, SOHC 24-valve V-6 engine that delivers 197 horsepower at 5,000 and 223 pounds-per-foot of torque at 3,500 rpm.

Read a bunch of 2008 2009 Mitsubishi Montero Sport reviews and you'll see that Montero Sport performance isn't the only thing critics are talking about. Under the chassis, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport transmission is pretty good, too, and every model comes standard with a four-speed automatic with Adaptive Shift Control. Then, of course, there is the suspension - front independent double-wishbone with torsion bars in the front, and rear solid-axle multi-link with coil springs in the back. All of this is further proof that the new 2008 2009 Mitsubishi Montero Sport is one tough truck

MITSUBISHI / PAJERO SPORT

Target FORTUNER

Pajero Sport replaces G-Wagon moniker / More compact seven-seat body / Based on Triton but with new rear suspension / 2.5/3.2 turbo-diesel and 2WD/4WD options / On sale in October from B1m upwards

Design and packaging

In an effort to give the new G-Wagon a fresh presence in showrooms, Mitsubishi Motors Thailand is renaming it Pajero Sport. It will be rebadged in some other markets as well.

Designed for less sophisticated markets outside the US and Western Europe, the Pajero Sport will be called Montero Sport in South America and Challenger in Australia.

Development of the Pajero Sport is similar to that of the G-Wagon in that it is based on the one-ton pick-up manufactured in Thailand.

The front end of the Pajero Sport is sleeker than before and closely resembles that of the Triton workhorse. However, the Triton's banana-shaped C-pillars have been replaced by conventional upright themes for the Pajero Sport. The rear lights, on the other hand, ape that of the Lancer compact car.

No pictures of the Pajero Sport's interior have been revealed, although expect it to be shared with the Triton's but tweaked to look and feel more upmarket.

Mitsubishi won't reveal any dimensions until the Pajero Sport is unveiled at the Moscow motor show late next month, but only says there will be a five- and seven-seat layout for the cabin. The latter configuration has been confirmed for the Thai market.

This means that the Pajero Sport will have a more sensible wheelbase and overall length for better driving agility to match the Toyota Fortuner that's spun off the Vigo pick-up body.

Pickup-based rivals like the Ford Everest (Ranger) and Isuzu MU7 (D-Max) have been developed in accordance to the now-defunct rules of PPVs (passenger pick-up vehicles).

One rule stipulated that the wheelbase must be at least 2,850mm long which made the Everest and MU7 unnecessarily cumbersome to drive as a result of their wider turning radii and uncompetitive ramp angles for off-roading.

The other rule these two had to comply by was the use of rear leaf springs that compromised on handling/ride balance. The Fortuner uses coil springs instead.

And even though Mitsubishi hasn't mentioned it, insiders have confirmed to Motoring that the Pajero Sport follows the Fortuner's strategy, promising a more car-like drive and ride.

Engine and transmission

The Pajero Sport will use the Triton's 140hp 2.5- and 165hp 3.2-litre inline-four turbo-diesel in place of the G-Wagon's older 2.8-litre counterpart.

In other markets like Russia and the Middle East where oil isn't much of a concern, a 3.5-litre V6 petrol variation is available, but it won't be available in Thailand for good reasons.

There will be 2WD and 4WD options to choose from, most likely the Everest's approach whereby only the bigger engine gets extra traction for mud-trekking.

Gearbox options include five-speed manual and four-speed automatic with the 4WD version getting a full set of switchable gears known as Super Select in Mitsubishi speak, currently used in the Pajero flaghip SUV.

Market and price

Like before, the Pajero Sport gains on the privileged PPV tax rate of just 20%, enabling it to match prices set by rivals - between B1-1.3m.

Had it not been developed to PPV rules, it would have faced passenger car tax rates of between 35% (2.5) and 50% (3.2) just like any other ordinary car-based SUVs.

The Pajero Sport's introduction here has been brought forward to October from the year-ending Motor Expo. Although the G-Wagon replacement was long overdue, the state of its competition suggests it was a timely move by Mitsubishi.

The Fortuner is approaching mid-life with a facelift due any time, while the Everest and MU7 are soldiering on with dated packages. This should keep the Pajero Sport fresh until the end of the decade.

Mitsubishi insiders are bullish with the Pajero Sport which should help put the brand back on the top three of the SUV sales charts.

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What the Pajero Sport must beat

Ford Everest

With boxy looks, the Everest is arguably the blandest SUV here to look at. Its dated chassis isn't a match for the new diesel engines that are refined, powerful and economical. Everest has good kit, especially the unrivalled four airbags it offers.

Isuzu MU-7

Like the Everest, the MU-7 has an extra-long package as it was developed to old rules applied on PPVs. It has the same mix of 2.5 and 3.0-litre engines, plus 2WD and 4WD options and is past mid-life. The MU-7 seen here is the pre-facelift version.

Toyota Fortuner

The one to beat. The best-selling SUV has more sensible dimensions and coil springs at the rear, instead of leaf type, for better ride, that still feature in the Everest and MU-7. Facelift due anytime and it will come with sat-nav to match the Everest.

THE ALL NEW MONTERO SPORT WILL BE LAUCH ON AUGUST 29, 2008

THE PRICE OF MONTERO

MONTERO SPORT GLS ----------1,500,000

MONTERO SPORT SE------------1,680,000

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