The Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun reported that Mitsubishi Motors will release a full-fledged SUV with a ladder frame structure in Japan as early as 2026 . Although the name of the car has not been officially decided yet, it appears that the company is planning to introduce a new model that symbolizes Mitsubishi’s technological prowess, so “Pajero” is a famous car that represents Mitsubishi.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Is there really a revival of Mitsubishi’s new “Pajero”? !
There is a strong possibility that the Pajero will be revived. On March 10, 2023, Mitsubishi Motors will launch a total of 16 models (including 9 electric models) over the next five years in its new medium-term management plan “Challenge 2025.” It has been announced that there are plans to do so, and new models will be actively introduced. Furthermore, the new Triton pickup truck was unveiled for the first time in the world on July 26, 2023 (local time). Furthermore, the new “Triton” will be released in the Japanese market on February 15, 2024 , and it is attracting a lot of attention in the market, with monthly sales of more than 6 times the plan since the launch of the “Triton . “ Given this trend, it would be natural for the favorite Pajero to make a comeback. In my personal opinion, along with the current popularity of SUVs, cross-country vehicles have also become popular, and it can be said that the representative Toyota “Land Cruiser” series ( Land Cruiser 300 , Land Cruiser 250 , Lexus GX ) is the clear winner. Dew. I think there is no reason why Mitsubishi should not enter this market.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
About the history of Pajero
It is an SUV produced and sold by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation. The chassis uses a build-in monocoque structure that combines a monocoque body with a ladder frame. It was also positioned as Mitsubishi Motors’ flagship model in Japan. Manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors subsidiary Pajero Manufacturing (currently sold to Daio Paper). Cumulative production of Pajero was approximately 3.24 million units, both domestically and exported, accounting for approximately 80% of Pajero manufacturing’s total production of 3.96 million units.
Released in May 1982
In 1981, the “Pajero” was exhibited at the 24th Tokyo Motor Show. Based on the frame of the Mitsubishi Forte 4WD, it will be announced and released as a multi-purpose off-road vehicle that can also be used as a daily passenger, eliminating the cargo bed.
in January
1991
Following the first full model change in January 1991, the second generation was introduced. As the first-generation L series continued to sell well, the vehicle structure was further refined through an unusually long concept period and vehicle tests for Mitsubishi. The chassis continues to use a ladder frame from its predecessor. Comfort, handling stability, and power performance have been further improved, and features include the world’s first Super Select 4WD and multi-mode ABS.
Released on September 2, 1999
The chassis was changed from a ladder frame to a ladder frame built-in monocoque body (a ladder frame welded to a monocoque body). This reduces the weight of the long model by approximately 100 kg, provides excellent handling stability and ride comfort due to the low center of gravity, and makes the body approximately three times more rigid in bending and torsion than the previous model. There were two body types, short and long, and the standard body was enlarged to three numbers to meet the needs of the overseas market, which was becoming the main sales force in the second generation. This time it has evolved into Super Select 4WD II.
Released October 4, 2006
The chassis is a ladder frame built-in monocoque body inherited from the previous generation (a monocoque body with a welded ladder frame that penetrates the front and rear). In addition, the body has been made more rigid than its predecessor by using high-grade, high-strength steel plates, expanding the number of welded areas, and using structural adhesives. Achieved with a highly rigid monocoque body, the ladder frame provides unparalleled strength against severe impacts from the road surface. It follows the Super Select 4WD II adopted from the previous generation. On August 31, 2019, the official Pajero website and the official Pajero Final Edition website were deleted. July 27, 2020: Due to the closure of the Pajero manufacturing factory, it was announced that production of the Pajero, which had been continued for export, will end in the first half of 2021. Production ends in early July 2021.