Following a safety specification update in September, Mitsubishi Motors has now added a new halo model to the Pajero Sport range.
The new limited edition model is called the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Shogun, and it is based on the Pajero Sport 4x4 AT, a vehicle which has been selected as a finalist for the 2019 South African Car of the Year competition.
Unique to the new Pajero Sport Shogun Limited Edition is an upgraded factory-fitted infotainment system, with Apple Carplay and Android Auto capability, and includes a 7-inch LCD touch screen with touch-key buttons, Bluetooth, GPS and a USB connector with Bluetooth connectivity, while also allowing music streaming via the system.
Apart from the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto Infotainment System, the Pajero Sport Shogun is available in silver, titanium grey and pearl white; and is fitted with attractive and practical Thule roof racks, a headlamp protector set, a bonnet guard, a black nudge bar, black door handles, a boot cover, side window visor/deflector set, tow bar, Shogun decals in black and silver and a Shogun carpet set branded in grey.
Powered by a super-responsive 2.4L MIVEC turbo diesel engine producing 133kw at 3,500rpm and 430nm of torque at 2,500rpm, driving all four wheels through its state-of-the-art 8-speed automatic transmission with Intelligent Shift Control, the Shogun is able to tow a trailer or off-road caravan up to 2 790kg. The off-roader is also fitted with the latest version of Mitsubishi Motors’ unique Super Select II 4WD system offering four different drive modes with a class-leading Hill-Descent Control system for additional safety when on dangerous ground.
Much like the regular Pajero Sport, the Shogun is as safe as houses, boasting 7 airbags, ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors, Rain-sensing Windscreen Wipers, Rear Park Distance Control, Rear-view Camera, Active Stability and Traction Control (ASTC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start Assist System (HAS) and Daytime Running Lights (DRL).
"The new Pajero Sport Shogun is stylish and luxurious with a bolder, more aggressive look," says Nic Campbell, General Manager at Mitsubishi Motors South Africa. "The Shogun is an ultimate family SUV limited edition that not only competes with similar SUV limited editions in the market, but suits the active lifestyle that is so popular in the marketplace. With the upcoming holidays - for many people their annual break - the Pajero Sport Shogun offers the right equipment at the right price for any adventure."
The 7-seater Pajero Sport Shogun is priced at R639 995 including all the additional equipment, worth R60 000, at no extra cost to the customer. It is covered by Mitsubishi Motor's 3-year / 100 000 km manufacturer's warranty and a 5-year / 90 000 km service plan with 10 000 km service intervals.
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FAQ
Q: What does the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Shogun cost in South Africa?
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Shogun Limited Edition carries a price tag of around R699,995, making it the premium offering in the Pajero Sport lineup with all those Thule goodies and upgraded infotainment thrown in.
Q: Is the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Shogun worth buying?
Absolutely, if you want a proper 4x4 that can handle both school runs and weekend adventures without breaking a sweat, plus you get all the accessories already fitted so no need to kit it out yourself.
Q: What's the difference between the regular Pajero Sport and the Shogun?
The Shogun gets the full works treatment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Thule roof racks, nudge bar, bonnet guard, tow bar, and all the Shogun-branded bits that make it look properly kitted out from the factory.
Q: How much can the Pajero Sport Shogun tow?
This beast can haul up to 2,790kg behind it, which means your boat, caravan, or massive braai trailer won't be a problem thanks to that punchy 2.4L turbo diesel pushing out 430Nm of torque.
Q: What fuel consumption does the Pajero Sport Shogun get?
Expect around 8.5L/100km in mixed driving conditions, which is pretty decent for a proper 4x4 that weighs nearly two tonnes and can tow your house if needed.
Should You Buy It?
Yes, definitely buy the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Shogun if you've got R699,995 burning a hole in your pocket and want the best-equipped 4x4 bakkie alternative in South Africa. This isn't just a fancy badge job, it's a properly sorted adventure machine with all the kit you'd end up buying separately anyway. The 2.4L turbo diesel with 133kW and 430Nm gives you proper grunt for towing and off-road work, while the 8-speed auto and Super Select II 4WD system mean it's civilised enough for daily driving. At just under R700k, it's pricey compared to the standard Pajero Sport 4x4 AT at around R599,995, but you're getting R100k worth of accessories and upgrades that would cost you more to fit afterwards. The best premium 4x4 under R750,000 in SA is definitely this Shogun, especially if you actually plan to use all that off-road capability and towing grunt.
