In the second part of my review of Mitsubishi Pajero, I will discuss the topics of powertrain, performance and safety.
Powertrain, Performance
Mitsubishi offers the Pajero with various transmission and engine options. As a GCC market vehicle, the one I am driving is equipped with a 3.0l V6 petrol engine. The Mitsubishi code for this engine is 6G72 and the output is rated at 220hp. The GCC market vehicle I am reviewing has a 4-speed auto with clutchless manual and the super select system. This system has been completely carried over from the previous generation of the Pajero and it allows transfers at a speed of up to 100km/h between 2WD and 4 WD.
There are not a lot of vehicles in the full-size SUV category that do not have a truck DNA. Famously, the X5 from the German manufacturer BMW is one of that few. That said, it has to be stressed that Pajero has unmistakably genuine off-road capabilities and due to the improvements it has had over the years, strikes a rare balance between being a comfortable and stylish cruiser and an uncompromising beast when taken off the road. Therefore, while it offers plenty of power for adequate tarmac driving, it feels more at home when the tarmac ends and the gravel starts. As this is a full-size SUV without any compromise on the off-road capabilities, the center of gravity is a little higher and the body roll can be severe. I have found it to be capable of achieving 0-60mph in just under 8 seconds and this is not a figure many full-size SUVs built with the tarmac in mind can achieve.
Safety
Pajero has sufficient safety features including front airbags, side airbags, curtain airbags, advanced stability and traction control, electronic brake force distribution and a reinforced chassis.
In the third part of this review, I will provide more in-depth information including driving impressions, fuel economy and pros and cons of this vehicle.
Stay tuned!
