SUV expected to debut globally by the end of 2026; model will be produced in Thailand and there is still no date for arrival in Brazil
In a teaser, Mitsubishi confirmed the return of one of its most iconic names to the global market. The automaker released the first official detail of the new generation of the Pajero. The SUV, which will share the platform with the Triton pickup, is scheduled to debut at the end of 2026 and should have hybrid engine options.
The image released by the Japanese manufacturer anticipates a robust look, marked by square lines and a raised hood, distancing itself from the “shopping SUV” aesthetic and reaffirming the model’s off-road vocation. The light signature stands out with “T”-shaped daytime running lights (DRL) and vertical headlights, suggesting an aggressive and functional visual identity.
Mechanically, the project bets on cost reduction and durability by using the same base as the new L200 Triton and the Pajero Sport. The strategy indicates that the vehicle will maintain the construction on chassis, a feature valued by 4×4 enthusiasts.
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Although Mitsubishi has not detailed the technical specifications, the specialized press points to a portfolio that combines the tradition of diesel with electrification. A plug-in hybrid variant (PHEV) is expected, possibly adapted from the system used in the Outlander, offering more energy-efficient all-wheel drive.
Production is expected to be concentrated in Thailand, the brand’s traditional hub for utility vehicles. More details about the project will be revealed later in January.
For the Brazilian market, however, the situation remains undefined. Despite the historical strength of the Pajero name in the country, Mitsubishi has not yet made official plans for import or local production. The model would occupy a higher price range than the Pajero Sport, competing in the segment of large luxury SUVs with real off-road capability.
