Overview
- Mitsubishi confirmed on Tuesday that the all‑new Pajero — branded Montero in some markets — will return as a ladder‑frame, body‑on‑frame SUV built for cross‑country use.
- The automaker says the model shares chassis architecture with the Triton pickup but includes model‑specific tuning and a suspension engineered to cut body movement and reduce vibration on long drives.
- Mitsubishi will fit its Super‑All Wheel Control (S‑AWC) vehicle‑dynamics system to manage traction, handling modes and stability across varied surfaces and driving conditions.
- The company is running a teaser campaign, has held private customer previews, and media outlets have reported a world‑premiere date of September 2 ahead of a wider autumn 2026 launch, a date Mitsubishi has described more generally as an autumn reveal.
- The ladder‑frame choice marks a deliberate move away from unibody crossovers and positions the Pajero against heavy off‑road rivals such as the Toyota Land Cruiser and Nissan Patrol while promising more comfort for long overland trips.