Mitsubishi Confirms Return of Pajero as Triton-Based Ladder-Frame SUV

Overview

• Mitsubishi confirmed on Friday that the Pajero nameplate will return with a reveal window set for September–November 2026 and a global debut within the company’s current fiscal year.
• The new Pajero will sit on the Triton pickup’s ladder-frame platform with model-specific cabin and front and rear suspension work to differentiate its ride and off-road ability.
• Industry reporting and test-vehicle sightings point to production likely being located in Thailand and position the model as the effective successor to the Pajero Sport.
• Expected drivetrains are based on Triton hardware, including a twin-turbo 2.4‑litre diesel with six- or eight-speed automatic options and full-time four-wheel drive, while a plug-in hybrid variant is being discussed but not confirmed.
• Mitsubishi says the Pajero will be developed into multiple variants and sits inside a plan to launch 13 new models over six years, a move that could speed dealer lineup refreshes and restore an off-road flagship for regional buyers.