Mitsubishi pajero Sport. Price: 2 949 990 p. On sale: since 2016

The abandoned concrete road further and further carries us away from the main road into the thicket of the forest. The once operating auxiliary road, which is part of the so-called "Ring of the Air Defense of Leningrad", is now "killed" and is popular only with mushroom pickers and black lumberjacks. There is practically no road. Bare seams, holes, gullies - all this is not for the suspension of conventional cars. And not every crossover will allow itself to keep a good pace on such bumps. And we are racing. Because this “direction” does not cause any inconvenience to us or to the car. "Where to go?" - I ask a colleague. He looks around in confusion and sums up: "I think it's time to turn around."

Washer in Mitsubishi Pajero Sport replaces the lever that controls the transfer case

Well, the place where we could plunge our new acquaintance in the mud was not found here either. And I wanted, oh, how I wanted to bathe this dude in a mud bath. It looks too grandiose to be a real SUV. The chrome face with a huge number of different kinds of inserts and elements is more reminiscent of a glamorous transformer than an off-road conqueror. While this shining splendor looks, of course, great, but what will become of it after the branches start whipping along the chrome Xs, and the lower part of the bumper begins to scratch against the ground? .. The car looks no less elegant in profile. With such proportions, not crawling along the slabs, but setting speed records. Compared to the previous generation, the new Pajero Sport stretched out slightly, only by some 9 cm, but due to the glazing line upturned to the stern, it seems much longer. The designers deftly used visual trickery when they painted the rear of the car. Edges flowing down to the bottom of the bumper rear lights visually significantly increased the height of the car, although this indicator changed only by 5 mm. To many, this design decision seems far-fetched, but you cannot argue with the fact that now it will not be easy to isolate the new Pajero Sport from the stream, but very simple.

The presence of a frame causes a fairly high floor level

However, no matter how spinning around the car, and the third generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport still it is an SUV, not some SUV. The frame also speaks in favor of this, by the way, the newcomer got practically no changes from the previous model, and the transfer case with a lowering row, and the Torsen locking differential, which divides the torque between the axles in a 40/60 ratio. There is even a mechanical rear cross-axle differential lock. And, of course, the clearance is 218 mm. All of this is clearly meant for something more than storming the curb outside the parking lot.

In such an interior, more from a crossover than from an SUV.

A narrow path without a shoulder with dense bushes along the length does not allow you to turn around at a time. Well, you have to turn the steering wheel, and at the same time your head. However, the latter is not necessary. The all-round visibility system, available from the third generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, allows you to maneuver a rather large car in tight spaces. Moreover, the picture from the cameras can be changed by pressing the corresponding button on the steering wheel.

Native navigation is only capable of this. Maps are available via smartphone

But now the swanky concrete road is behind, and we are again on the asphalt. To say that the new Pajero Sport behaves like a passenger car or even like a crossover on the track is cheating. Yes, it is now better adapted to paved roads, better steering due to the variable-force power steering, but still the inertia and rolliness, characteristic of all heavy SUVs without exception, is present in it, albeit not to the same extent as before. So before you tumble into a turn or press the brake pedal, you should take into account that under you is not a crossover adapted for high-speed driving on asphalt, but a heavy frame car with a curb weight of two tons.

But it is not easy to realize this, because in the new interior there is more of the SUV. There is no abundance of levers, no powerful buttons or handles. A spectacular washer on the center console is now responsible for the razdatka. For the parking brake - the button. Anyway, everything here is very elegant. Even the handle of the automatic transmission has a designer shape and is covered with leather. The box, by the way, is on new Pajero Sport new, 8-step, with the last two steps increasing. This made it possible to endow the heavy SUV with tolerable dynamics and quite moderate fuel consumption. So far, the car is supplied to our market with only one engine - a three-liter V6 with a capacity of 209 liters. with., powered by 95th gasoline. To say that it is more than enough for the car is impossible. Even if it allows you to easily stay in the stream, and if you wish, at the start, you can even strike your rear tires on the asphalt in 2H transmission mode, but ... Effective getting to the point is clearly not Pagero Sport's strong point. Briskly starting, he then wilts, and the expected "Wow! .." is not. You can try to improve the result a little by shifting gears with paddle shifters, but believe me, there will be no significant change in dynamics. Unless you amuse your vanity, thinking that you are smarter than electronics, which changes gears based on the data of many sensors, and not on subjective feelings.

The instrument panel is neat and quite descriptive

And there are indeed more sensors in the car. Pajero Sport is surrounded by ultrasonic sensors in a circle to avoid collision with an obstacle. Moreover, the electronics will not only warn with a signal, but also damp the accelerator pedal so that the car does not jump to the side if the driver suddenly presses the pedal too sharply. The sensors also monitor how quickly you approach the vehicle in front. Moreover, this distance can be programmed. Not forgotten, of course, and control of blind spots. In addition, there are many more sensors that are not visible, but it is thanks to them that the driver can feel more comfortable off-road. This is a system that allows you to select the optimal operating mode for the transmission and engine, depending on what is under the wheels. A small button next to the dispenser washer allows you to tune the vehicle to gravel, mud / snow, sand or rocks.

This time we did not find dirt, but we managed to get to the sandy beach. And I must say that the way the systems work is really felt. Every time I consistently turned on either four-wheel drive, then four-wheel drive with a locked center differential, or even switched to a lower one, the car managed to make its way further and further towards the intended goal. Moreover, when the "sand" mode was selected, wheel slippage became less obvious, and the car moved forward more confidently. However, you need to understand that all these modes are not a magic wand, and each time, before you poke your head around, you still need to really assess not only the capabilities of the car, but also your own - as a driver. Off-road driving is a science and must be learned.

The GLONASS ERA SOS button is a pretty useful option, especially for an SUV

Well, the fact that the new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport can be a good help in this can be asserted with full confidence. After all, first of all, it was created precisely in order to provide you with freedom and independence off the roads, and not on the asphalt. So before you start buying it, think a thousand times how often you can "walk" it there, for which it was really prepared. Otherwise, it will look like a malamute locked in the four walls of a stuffy city apartment. Believe me, even a lapdog can bring slippers in the morning ...

A real SUV is nowhere without good crankcase protection

Driving The car has become much more flexible on the asphalt. But he began to feel even better off-road. Engine power is enough, but it is already at the limit Salon Spacious, but cramped in front due to the wide center console. The back row allows you to sit sprawling, while the trunk is roomy enough Comfort
Base	2800 mm
Curb weight	2005 kg
Clearance	218 mm
Fuel tank volume	70 l
Engine	petrol, V6, 2998 cm 3, 209/6000 hp / min -1, 279/4000 Nm / min -1
Transmission	automatic, 8-speed, four-wheel drive
Tire size	265 / 60R18
Dynamics	182 km / h; 11.7 s to 100 km / h
Fuel consumption (city / highway / mixed)	14.5 / 8.9 / 10.9 liters per 100 km
Operating costs *
Transport tax	13 580 p.
TO-1 / TO-2	12,000 / 21,000 RUB
OSAGO / Casco	RUB 10,950 / 176,500

* Transport tax is calculated in Moscow. The cost of TO-1 / TO-2 is taken according to the dealer's data. OSAGO and comprehensive insurance are calculated on the basis of one male driver, single, age 30 years, driving experience 10 years.

Verdict

Pajero Sport of the third generation has become the flagship in the Mitsibishi model line in Russia, and I must say, it deserves it, because it has turned from a once utilitarian SUV into a premium car. This is reflected both in the equipment of the car and in the price of it.

The cars were provided by the Rolf Vitebsky car dealership and LLC MMC Rus.

The first generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport SUV appeared in 1997 as a more affordable alternative to the model. In the Japanese market, the car was called, in North America -, in Latin America and the Middle East - Nativa, and in the UK - Shogun Sport.

The car was created on a shortened pickup chassis - with independent torsion bar front suspension and dependent leaf spring rear. The base drivetrain is Easy Select with a rigid front axle connection, but versions were sold in the USA and Japan with a Super Select drivetrain with permanent all-wheel drive.

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has gone through several upgrades and restyling, and in 2000 the spring rear suspension was replaced by a spring suspension.

The SUV was delivered to Russia in two versions: with a 2.5-liter turbodiesel (85 hp) and with a 3.0 V6 gasoline engine. Also, the car was equipped with petrol "sixes" with a volume of 3.5 liters and turbodiesels with a volume of 2.8 and 3.2 liters.

Sales of the first generation model in Japan ended in 2003, in North America in 2004, and in other markets the car was offered until 2008. A total of 630 thousand cars were produced.

2nd generation, 2008–2016

The second generation of the SUV debuted in 2008, compared to its predecessor, the car has become larger, more comfortable and more expensive.

The model was no longer sold in the US, European and Japanese markets. The main enterprise for the production of this model was the Thai plant of the company, and the assembly of SUVs was organized in Brazil, Venezuela, India, Bangladesh. In 2013–2015, cars for the Russian market were made in Kaluga, and the frames for these cars were “cooked” by the Gorky Automobile Plant.

The second "Pajero Sport" was created on a fourth generation pickup frame chassis. Transmission - permanent all-wheel drive Super Select with the ability to disable front-wheel drive and locks center and rear cross-axle differentials.

In the Russian market, the basic SUV was offered with a 2.5-liter turbo diesel with a capacity of 178 liters. from. in combination with manual or automatic transmissions. Also, a V6 3.0 gasoline engine (220-222 hp) was installed on the car, paired with an “automatic”, and until 2011 a version with a 3.2-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 200 hp was also on sale. from.

All cars for Russia had a five-seater saloon and four-wheel drive, but in some markets the car was also offered with a seven-seater saloon and rear-wheel drive. Among the power units not available on the Russian market were gasoline engines 2.4 (160 hp), V6 3.5 (210 hp) and a 2.5 turbodiesel (136 hp).

In 2013, the exterior of the car was slightly corrected, and in 2014 the car received an updated front panel in the cabin and a new audio system.

The release of the second generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport model was completed in 2016, about 400 thousand of these cars were made in total.

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The automotive market today casts its own rules and requires continuous development of automotive companies, so as not to lose their fans. This also applies to the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport SUV. The company is not backing down, and recently released a new 3rd generation, the release of which many have been waiting for. The entire Mitsubishi lineup.

Car history

Pajero Sport got its position on Mitsubishi's model list between Pajero and Pajero Pinin. The Sport name indicates that the car was designed using the significant experience that the company has accumulated in rally competitions.

The model was oriented more towards people with active lifestyles. This 5-door SUV with an all-wheel drive system is perfectly adapted for off-road conditions and stands out for its excellent cross-country ability. Appearance speaks volumes about the sporting nature of the Japanese. The front end has dynamic characteristics: an aggressive bumper, a radiator grille and front foglights.

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

All this makes it clear that the model is really prestigious. On the body, slight curves of the lines are noticeable, which emphasize the flat surface of the Pajero Sport and allow you to create a sense of harmony of the SUV with nature. This is how a real classic jeep should be.

Looking at the car, there is confidence: there is high ground clearance, a masculine appearance and a simple yet pleasant body. The article describes Mitsubishi Pajero Sport price, provides photos and descriptions of the features of all 3 families of famous jeeps.

1st generation (1996-2010)

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 1 SUV of the family was shown not so long ago - in 1997, as a publicly available alternative to the Pajero model. The car was also called Challenger, Montero Sport, Nativa and Shogun Sport. They decided to create the vehicle on the reduced L200 platform.

The standard Easy Select transmission has a rigid front axle connection. In the United States and Japan markets, models were sold with a Super Select box, where there was a permanent all-wheel drive system.

The SUV of the first family has undergone several improvements and restyling. After 2000, instead of the rear suspension on springs, they began to use a spring suspension. The suspension is really not killable, which has always inspired respect. Confidence was given by the Easy Select all-wheel drive system.

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport was delivered to Russia with two versions: with a 2.5-liter turbodiesel engine producing 85 horse power and a gasoline V-shaped six-cylinder unit with a volume of 3.0 liters.

In addition, the car had under the hood petrol "sixes" with a volume of 3.5 liters, as well as turbodiesels with a volume of 2.8 / 3.2 liters. They were synchronized with mechanical box gear shifting. The maximum speed was 150 km / h. After restyling, the jeep accelerated to 175 kilometers per hour.

Updated 2005 design

In addition to a 5-speed manual transmission, a 4-speed automatic transmission was installed. The sale of model 1 of the family to Japanese consumers was completed in 2003. North America ceased sales in 2004, and the jeep was sold in other markets until 2008. A total of 630,000 vehicles were produced.

They decided to carry out the first restyling because of the rear suspension, which has its drawbacks, and the too ascetic exterior of the Pajero Sport.

The debut "Sport" received almost no attractive appearance and style. Beautiful appearance appeared years later, with the first restyling. At the time, buyers loved this gruff off-road vehicle, which gave no reason to doubt its ability.

The first family of the jeep had a body that allows you to create a fairly spacious interior car, while providing the necessary space for the luggage compartment. The wheelbase was 2 725 millimeters, and the height ground clearance - 215 mm.

It is clear that the Japanese vehicle was not light - 1,825 kilograms. In addition to all, top configurations weighed 70 kg more.

It is clear that the level of comfort inside at the first "Sport" is far from ideal. The salon did not surprise or impress. The interior is outdated, everything is done very simply, but comfortable. Even then, the company's employees equipped the driver and passengers with sufficient care.

The interior equipment includes 3-point seat belts with pretensioners even in the standard version, airbags, a pleasant acoustic installation with four or six columns, air conditioning and an option for heated front seats, as well as a block of additional devices that have found a place above the dashboard.

2nd generation (2008-2015)

The second version of the jeep appeared in 2008. If we compare the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2 with the previous generation, then the SUV has become larger, more comfortable and more expensive. The vehicle was not sold in the United States, Europe, and Japan.

The main plant for the production of an off-road vehicle was the Thai enterprise of the company, and jeeps were assembled in 4 countries: Brazil, Venezuela, India and Bangladesh. From 2013 to 2015, cars for Russian buyers were assembled in Kaluga, and GAZ was engaged in frames.

It is noteworthy that the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, produced for Russia, already had a rear axle locking system as standard. But the system of exchange rate stability was installed only on top configurations. The models that went to European countries and Belarus were decided to be equipped with a stability control system even in the basic configuration.

The second family was created on the frame base of the Mitsubishi L200 pickup truck of the 4th division. The buyer received a permanent all-wheel drive system Super Select, where the transfer of torque to front axle and the interaxle and rear cross-axle differential were blocked.

The Russian car market had as standard a 2.5-liter 4D56U turbodiesel, which develops 178 horsepower and worked together with a manual transmission or "automatic". In addition, a V-shaped six-cylinder three-liter engine running on gasoline was installed under the hood, which produced 220-222 "horses".

Synchronized it with an automatic gearbox. In 2011, they already stopped selling a version with a 3.2-liter diesel engine developing 200 horsepower. He was paired with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.

Experts mark mechanical variation as more reliable. The clutch comes out more than 100,000 kilometers, provided that the vehicle is used correctly. All cars that were supplied to the Russian Federation had a 5-seater saloon and an all-wheel drive system, however, some markets offered a 7-seater interior design and a rear-wheel drive version.

Two petrol engines of 2.4 4M41 and V6 3.5 6V31, with a capacity of 160 and 210 "horses", respectively, did not come to the Russian market, as well as one turbocharged 2.5-liter diesel engine, designed for 136 horsepower. Turbodiesel 4M41 was called by many experts a rather reliable power plant.

Instead of the timing belt, a good old chain was installed, which quietly fulfills the 200,000th mileage. Reading Mitsubishi Pajero Sport reviews, you understand that the jeep has served and continues to serve many drivers faithfully, so you should pay tribute to the Japanese specialists for the work done.

The disadvantages of the second family include difficulties with the turbine, which strongly "eats" oil and makes noise after 10,000 - 20,000 kilometers. But all these shortcomings were eliminated by the manufacturer himself under warranty. Defects include the separation of the rubber element of the crankshaft pulley.

This is not essential if the flaw opens initially in the early stages, but on cars with high mileage, you can observe a large pulley play, which entails problems with the engine. No matter how praised the experts diesel installation, the gasoline six-cylinder power unit looks more reliable.

Updated body of the 2nd generation

TO weak points such engines include intake manifold rattling at low and medium speeds. The gas distribution mechanism of the gas engine has been improved - a belt was installed instead of the chain.

Since the beginning of 2013, the model was slightly corrected, in particular, its exterior, and in the next (2014) year, the car had an improved front panel inside and a new audio system. The production of the 2nd generation jeep was stopped in 2016, and a total of about 400,000 copies were produced.

3rd generation (2015-present)

Most last issue for today - the 3rd family of Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, presented in mid-2015. Jeep is well sold, and Thailand is mainly engaged in production.

Exterior

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2017 turned out to be stylish, bold and more representative vehicle than earlier models. In part, this was achieved with the help of an arrow-shaped head optics, which was first available on this Japanese in an LED layout and a proprietary X-shape, a more massive rear overhang and a belt line that rises up closer to the aft area of \u200b\u200bthe car.

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2017 was blown in a wind tunnel, as a result of which it was possible to improve its own data by 15 percent. In general, looking at the front of the car, it can be confused with the Outlander, which also received an "X-face".

It should be admitted that a lot was said about this stylistic decision, there were even rumors that it was "inspiration" by the work of Steve Mattin. Although it is possible to distinguish a car: the "lip" installed at the bottom is more massive, the fog lights of a different look, even the "grill" is different - everything seemed to be large and evil.

The novelty has "swinging" wheel arches, embossed sidewalls, a daring window sill line, as well as original lighting equipment. The appearance of the novelty has received the character of the advanced concept of the Dynamic Shield. You understand that the design salon did not skimp on unique solutions.

To enhance the SUV's exterior, the design team has generously topped the body with chrome trims. But an experienced eye will notice that the vehicle has saved frame structure... The height level is impressive, but access to the car is facilitated by the footrests, which are securely fixed. They are a bit narrow, but do not interfere with the passability.

The back, as many believe, looks rather controversial. One gets the feeling that the designers have invited the "guys" who have been creating Citroen since the beginning of the 2000s. Three-quarters of the stern are "flowing" lights, very similar to the eccentric French business sedan C6. It looks a little strange, but the design is attractive.

Lanterns placed on the stern, which flow down to the bumper, look very interesting in the evening, as they have LED streams. Bumpers have faceted ultrasonic radar eyes.

Two of them, mounted on the sides of the rear bumper, scan blind spots - a feature that first appeared on a Mitsubishi car. The other 4 keep track of obstacles during reverse maneuvers.

Interior

Previously, the owners of Pajero Sport of past generations and auto journalists received repeated complaints about the allegedly poor interior, which was even compared to the mournful hut of a ruined samurai. They applied such unpleasant adjectives to the salon as: harsh, unfriendly, squeaky and boring.

However, now the salon has turned out to be new, supplemented with useful innovations and improved in many ways. A conveniently located footboard helps to get into the jeep. Behind the wheel of the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2017, you feel like in a normal modern vehicle.

Many will love the colorful, two-tone finish for a cozy feel. The seats began to be covered with high-quality leather and were able to collect it interestingly in folds. Everyone noticed that the quality of the plastic used and the level of fit of the parts improved significantly.

The steering wheel is now adjustable for reach. The Super Select transmission is controlled by a washer, not a lever, as in previous versions. At the same time, the mechanical drive disappeared from the handbrake. Instead, a miniature lever blocks the pads.

Multifunction steering wheel

The 7-inch display does not have flawless graphics, and at extreme brightness, the driver cannot always see everything he needs. However, one should not demand perfection from the novelty immediately. Generally speaking, the interior design is strikingly different from the 2008 samples.

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has steep curves of the center console and door handles. There are charismatic lines on the multifunction steering wheel, a small transmission dial, and a nice grip on the latest 8-speed automatic.

Seven-inch display

The top package contains a color screen that supports touch input. It refers to mitsubishi system Connect, which now works with voice control, navigation system... It's nice that you can also sync your smartphone with a useful system.

Unusually, the color display slides out in an interesting way. Some at first thought that they would see a CD drive behind it, but there are slots for SD cards there, which once again proves the modernity of the Japanese SUV.

The instrument panel is informative and has a white scale. A screen installed between the engine speed dial and the speed sensor displays information about the used all-wheel drive mode.

The list of functions has been increased - now the car comes with an all-round visibility system, an electric parking brake, separate climate control, a heated steering wheel and a second row of seats. Passengers in the back can get a 9-inch color DVD display mounted in the roof panel.

The seats are well profiled, but the side bolsters on the front seats are wide apart. Unfortunately, the 2016 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport did not come out more spacious than its predecessor. There is still a little lack of space overhead, the back of the rear seats only slightly increased.

But do not forget that "frame" body rigidity has a drawback - a high floor. But there is plenty of free space in the legs, and the backrest can be adjusted in tilt angle. Three adults will be able to sit down and feel comfortable without difficulty. Moreover, because of the "flat" profile of the rear sofa during turns, three passengers will even be better - thanks to the shoulders of neighbors, no one will slide to the side.

In the case when a couple of people are sitting in the back, that is, the option to fold the armrest and use it as a "stop". Do not underestimate him, since during an active drive and off-road movement, he perfectly helps to keep. I was pleased with the improved noise insulation. All body panels are finished with absorbent materials, so you can have a conversation in an undertone.

It is possible to fold the armrest and use it as a "stop"

The luggage compartment of the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2017 received a flat floor. If you look quickly, it feels like a gigantic space. In fact, this is so - 700 liters with a tail, almost 2 baths will fit. Of course, the luggage compartment is not the same as in the Ford Edge, but it will be enough for travel.

If necessary, it is possible to remove the rear rows and increase the capacity of the trunk by two and a half times. If you don't want to remove the passenger seats, you can buy a trailer and forget about the small trunk.

By the way, the maximum permitted weight of a towed trailer for the third generation of a Japanese SUV is 3.1 tons. The company is proud of this, because direct competitors in the person of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (which does not pull more than two and a half tons) and (up to 2,000 kg) are losing according to these indicators.

But the trailer can carry not only a couple of motorcycles or ATVs, but a real buggy, a boat. In addition, it is possible to travel by taking a mobile home with you.

Specifications

Power unit

Two engines are going to the Russian market. It is a 6-cylinder V-shaped "atmospheric" with a volume of 3.0 liters and running on gasoline. Its output is an impressive 209 horsepower, capable of accelerating a two-ton jeep to the first hundred kilometers in 11.7 seconds.

The maximum speed is 182 km / h. The power unit also consumes a lot - when driving in city, the appetite will be about 14.5 liters for every 100 km of the road. Leaving the city, you can achieve a consumption of 8.9 liters per 100 kilometers. According to the company, the mixed mode is 10.9 liters.

Diesel engine with a volume of 2.4 liters

In addition to it, a new motor is provided that operates on diesel fuel... If earlier the unit had a volume of 2.5 liters, and developed 178 "horses", now the unit has a volume of 2.4 liters and develops 181 horsepower.

The diesel has a variable geometry turbine with a variable valve timing mechanism. Engine torque has increased by 30 Nm and fuel economy has increased by 15% - an increase is felt. Sorry, missing preheater engine and interior.

Transmission

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport received a Super Select II all-wheel drive system and an eight-band Aisin automatic transmission. In 4H mode, the transmission begins to split torque 60/40. Instead of the clutch, which itself locks in the center differential, the Torsen differential was used.

As before, the owner has the right to set the drive system modes: 2H (torque is transmitted only to rear wheels), 4H (all-wheel drive system with a free differential), 4HLC (center differential locked) and 4LLc (lock and lower speed range).

Interestingly, the reduction coefficient was increased from 1.4 to 2.5 in the direction of improving cross-country ability. Buyers will be pleasantly surprised that Japan's Mitsubishi has finally installed a mud / snow, gravel or sand drive selection system as well as a hill descent assistance system.

All this made it possible to simplify and make comfortable driving, mainly for drivers who do not have experience of off-road driving.

The R&D department of Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2016 is the first to use an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Suspension

Serious work was being done on the suspension settings. The usual suspension has remained ahead, which has double wishbones, and behind is a continuous axle with double trailing arms. It is important that the elastic parts were adjusted softer (which feels very good), the frame was made reinforced.

The suspension is not too soft, which is very good, because many cars are sick off-road "seasick". The Japanese managed to find a middle ground, adjusting the suspension in such a way that the driver and passengers did not sway to nausea, but they did not feel like wood in the cart either.

Steering

The steering gear has a rack and pinion design and a hydraulic booster. It was worked out, so the car began to respond more sharply to steering turns. The handlebar now has 3.8 turns from lock to lock.

The controls have become simpler and more interesting. Steering gear received a damper, so there are almost no shocks and vibrations transmitted to the steering wheel.

Brake system

All wheels, as before, have ventilated disc brakes. The braking system works with various electronic assistants, such as ABS and EBD.

Safety

The ultrasonic sensor system mentioned above emits a buzzer sound and can interfere with the driver's actions! The option was named UMS, and its job is to avoid a collision if the driver forgot to switch the selector from the "R" to "D" area. This happens very often.

In the bustle of the city, when the driver seeks to clear the way for other cars as quickly as possible, he can press the gas pedal, and the car, instead of starting to move forward, abruptly drives back. To avoid such problems, the system monitors all the interference that is within a radius of 1.5 meters, and if it finds them, it starts emitting its own signal, thereby preventing the SUV from going back sharply.

The new model has 7 airbags. Two of them were placed in front, opposite the driver and passenger - they help to provide protection from damage to the upper torso. To protect the head of the driver and all passengers who sit near the windows, the engineers have equipped the jeep with side cushions.

Several pillows were installed near the driver's seat to protect the knees and legs. To control stability, an electronic traction control system was provided. With the help of it, an SUV can be controlled quite easily, even if the car is on slippery road... They put the system on the jeep active safety in the form of an automatic braking function, monitoring of dead zones and all-round cameras.

Crush test

Price and configuration

Basic equipment Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 3 generations Intense estimated from 2,449,990 rubles. She possesses:

• Air conditioner;
• Aluminum rims;
• Fog lights;
• MP3 Mitsubishi audio recorder;
• On-board computer;
• Two airbags;
• Heated function and height adjustment for the front seats;
• Heated rear mirrors and electrical adjustment;
• Power windows for all doors.

For an additional payment of 100 thousand rubles, you will be equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission with a turbocharged diesel power unit... A car with a 3.0-liter V-shaped six-cylinder petrol unit with a capacity of 209 "horses" will already cost from 2,599,990.

Equipment Instylereceived only an automatic transmission. The cost of this model is from 2 599 990 rubles. It is possible to install a gasoline engine, but the price will rise by 10,000 rubles. In addition to the characteristics mentioned above, Instyle received genuine leather trim, climate control, an outdoor camera for convenient parking, xenon, cruise control and 6 airbags.

The top-end version completes the list of complete sets Ultimate. Starts from the price of 2 849 990 rubles. For a surcharge of 90,000 rubles, a turbocharged diesel engine will be installed. In addition, the equipment has a road navigation system for the Russian Federation, a Power Sound System audio recorder with 8 speakers, as well as a light and rain sensor.

The gasoline version of the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2016-2017 costs from 2,799,990 rubles. The equipment level is no different from the diesel version.

Options and prices

Equipment	Price	Engine	Box	Drive unit
2.4D Invite 4WD MT	2 199 000	diesel 2.4 (181 hp)	mechanics (6)	full
2.4D Intense 4WD AT	2 449 990	diesel 2.4 (181 hp)	automatic (8)	full
3.0 Instyle 4WD AT	2 599 990	gasoline 3.0 (209 HP)	automatic (8)	full
2.4D Instyle 4WD AT	2 649 990	diesel 2.4 (181 hp)	automatic (8)	full
3.0 Ultimate 4WD AT	2 799 990	gasoline 3.0 (209 HP)	automatic (8)	full
2.4D Ultimate 4WD AT	2 849 990	diesel 2.4 (181 hp)	automatic (8)	full

Prices in the table for December 2017

Pros and cons

Pros of the car

• Modern aggressive sporty appearance;
• Good powertrains;
• Pleasant, comfortable control;
• The maximum configuration has a fairly low price when compared with direct competitors;
• Nice light optics;
• High ground clearance;
• Good aerodynamic component;
• There is a comfortable footrest;
• Large wheel arches;
• Not afraid of fords up to 700 mm;
• Quite good dynamic characteristics;
• Real all-wheel drive system;
• There are 4 modes of transmission;
• Perfectly working suspension;
• Improved salon;
• The latest generation has a better and more sophisticated interior;
• A color touchscreen display appeared;
• The steering column is adjustable for reach;
• Comfortable front seats;
• Many chrome parts can be found on the car;
• Security level;
• Lots of free space;
• There is a start / stop function;
• The all-wheel drive system is connected while driving at speeds up to 100 km / h;
• There are cameras and various sensors that help you feel more confident in the city and while parking;
• The rear row of seats folds down;
• You can tow loads up to 3.1 tons;
• Convenient new dashboard;
• A simplified and pleasant way to switch the transmission in the form of a washer;
• In the 3rd family, noise insulation was improved;
• Excellent handling;
• The suspension is moderately hard and moderately soft;
• High seating position and comfortable visibility.

Cons of the car

• Real fuel consumption is clearly higher than stated by the manufacturer;
• Appearance for an amateur;
• Inconveniently located spare wheel;
• The rear row of seats did not receive lateral support;
• Large dimensions;
• On back row there is a lack of free space above the head due to the frame structure;
• There is no pre-heater for the engine and passenger compartment;
• Quite a big cost.

Summing up

From the very first generation to the present day mitsubishi model Pajero Sport is very different. Of course, the unusual appearance of the Japanese SUV immediately catches the eye, but not only this has changed. Employees of the company improved cross-country ability, build quality, quality of used elements, ergonomics.

In other words, the first and third generations are heaven and earth. Everything has been reworked and improved. It can be seen that the company's management is striving not to lose its fans. On the contrary, it is looking for ways to win the respect and love of new car enthusiasts.

The question of whether the appearance of the jeep turned out to be successful can be left for later, because there will always be its own connoisseurs and critics. As they say: "there are no comrades for taste and color." But one thing can be noticed for sure, the designers sought to distinguish their "brainchild" from the stream of cars on the road.

It is worth noting that they managed to do it. Yes, perhaps the model is still far from ideal, but the company is making the right and decisive steps in the right direction. But there are enough fans of this particular brand, moreover, they use cars of both the 3rd, and 2nd, and 1st generation.

If you look at the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport reviews, then to a greater extent the model is called reliable and passable, and they say about its suspension: "almost indestructible." But such an assessment had to be earned. I would like to hope that the company will not stop at its development and will continue to produce and update its "real" four-wheel drive vehicles.

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Test Drive

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Among the representatives of the Pajero family, it is Mitsubishi Pajero Sport that has the most pronounced characteristics of a real SUV. The presentation of the car took place in the fall of 1996 in Japan. At that time this car was called "Challenger". The rest of the world got acquainted with the car only in 1999, then the name Mitsubishi Pajero Sport appeared. Before this acquaintance, Japanese designers decided to make some changes to the car in order to successfully promote their creation on the market. As a result, the shape of the bumpers and the radiator grille was slightly changed, the springs in the rear suspension were replaced with springs, the outlines of the optics acquired a new shape. Since then, its popularity among lovers of an active lifestyle continues to remain at a high level all the time. Despite this, literally 2 years later, the power frame of the body and interior design were finalized. The next restyling was waiting for the car in 2005. We must pay tribute to the Japanese manufacturers, who constantly worked to improve the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, regularly adding new details to its image. Motorists, in turn, reciprocated them, maintaining a constant interest in the model. Moreover, this applied to both new cars and those presented at secondary market.

In our country, Pajero Sport is very popular. The reason for this was its high reliability and, as a result, increased demand in the secondary market. Those car owners who wanted to get behind the wheel of an SUV, but did not have enough funds, gladly bought used cars of this brand. Indeed, even after several years of use, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport retained a feeling of freshness new car... All equipment worked like a clock, the body was resistant to any manifestations of corrosion, the quality of the interior trim created the feeling of a new car.

In general, if we talk about the Pajero family of SUVs, then we can note one distinctive featuredistinguishing them in the SUV market segment. All of them perfectly pass the test on the off-road and feel with the same confidence in the stone jungle of the city. Any Pajero looks sporty and elegant at the same time. How the designers managed to achieve such an effect is anyone's guess. Perhaps the reason for this was the kinship with their ancestors, the samurai, for whom excellent physical shape and refined behavior were the norm and lifestyle.

When developing this car, the designers decided to leave the frame, which the usual Mitsubishi Pajero lost. This fact, as well as the complete absence of auxiliary electronics, made the SUV extremely reliable and resistant to any challenge. Mitsubishi Pajero Sport gives the impression of a monolith. This is exactly the car, driving which you can feel like a driver of a real armored personnel carrier. And if you look from the outside, with what ease Mitsubishi Pajero Sport overcomes water obstacles, then such a comparison becomes simply obvious.

Despite the excellent off-road mitsubishi characteristics Pajero Sport designers have well thought out the level of comfort in its cabin for the driver and passengers. At first glance, it may seem that the design is a bit rustic, but the quality of finishes and materials quickly change their mind in the opposite direction. Unspoiled domestic motorists felt it especially well.

In the center of the dashboard, just above the center console are the temperature gauge, fuel level and compass. All of them are located under the same visor and have the same round shape. This design solution, together with the symmetrically located gear levers, gives the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport an aircraft-like cockpit appearance.

The first generation model was presented in four trim levels: GLX, Inform, Instyle and Intense. At Mitsubishi Pajero, the price of the most expensive of them reached 1 million 100 thousand rubles. For this money, the buyer received a car with a leather interior, halogen headlights, heated mirrors and front seats, climate control and much more. The safety of the crew was provided by airbags for the driver and front passenger, as well as safety bars in the doors.

Anti-lock brakes and brake force distribution were ready to come to the rescue of the driver at any time in difficult situations.

Pajero Sport of the first generation was equipped with gasoline engines with a volume of 3.0 liters and diesel engines with a volume of 2.5 liters. Paired with gasoline engine both manual and automatic gearboxes could work, while only mechanics were presented with a diesel engine. This SUV existed for more than ten years - until 2008. Then the manufacturers released new mitsubishi Pajero Sport of the second generation.

The new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport was strikingly different from its predecessor. He got rid of the former simplicity, in its appearance, interior design and technical equipment there is confidence and experience. In addition, the designers gave its appearance a special gloss that only premium cars could boast of.

Have new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport review it is logical to start with it appearance... Not a trace remained of the rectangular front optics. The driver is greeted by the squint of elongated headlights, their triangular shape is continued by the lines of the new radiator grille. The exterior design of the second generation features bloated shapes and is more modern and stylish than its predecessor. The front of the car is very similar to the Mitsubishi L200 pickup.

In the interior of the new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport car, the same obvious changes have occurred as in its appearance. Dashboard has lost its angular shape, all lines have become smoothed and smooth. On-board computer displays a variety of information: altitude, temperature change graph, atmospheric pressure and much more. In the decoration, fashionable chrome elements were added, the steering wheel changed its shape. Instead of four rays, only three are left on it. They are very harmoniously combined with the three-leaf Mitsubishi emblem located in its center. One of the problems the new SUV has inherited from its first-generation predecessor is the low ceiling. Tall people in his salon will not be very comfortable.

The front seats of Mitsubishi Pajero Sport are quite high-quality, they have a wide range of electrical adjustments. A large armrest is located between them. Rear seats make it possible to adjust the angle of the backrest. The only drawback was the almost complete lack of lateral support. In this the Japanese have again repeated the mistake of the previous model. Huge luggage compartment Its size will delight even those who like to take everything on a hike, including things that are practically not needed. And with the rear row of seats folded in the trunk of the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, you can safely lay down for the night when traveling to nature.

The new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is equipped with gasoline and diesel engines the same volumes as the previous generation. But their power significantly exceeds the power of their predecessors, and fuel consumption, thanks to the use of the latest developments, has been significantly reduced.

The cost of the new generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport starts from 1 million 300 thousand rubles and reaches 1 million 700 thousand rubles, depending on the configuration. And their car has become one less. Now the cheapest package is called Intense, and the most expensive is Ultimate. At Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, the price, like most cars, depends on the availability of certain options, interior trim, audio system, etc.

For the Pajero Sport SUV, the description can be done for a very long time, but it still does not convey the picture and sensations that open up to the person driving this car. A feeling of boundless freedom, closely intertwined with an understanding of the power of a controlled monster - this is what motorists appreciate in a sports masterpiece of the Japanese car industry, which makes it possible to believe that nothing is impossible.

Early cars featured in-line four-cylinder engines of the 4G64 series, familiar to owners of Galant and other Mitsubishi cars, but the main engines are still a 3-liter V6 of the 6G72 series with a capacity of 177 hp. from. and diesel 4D56, with a volume of 2.5 liters and a capacity from 99 to 136 liters. from. In regional versions, one could find larger 6G74 with a volume of 3.5 liters, and diesel 2.8 4M40, and other engines. But cars with them come across extremely rarely.

In the photo: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport "1999-2005

The three-liter V 6 prevailing in our market is really good. Cast iron block, successful design, worked out over the years, and very good traction characteristics. The timing belt is driven by a belt, but because the belt is strong and reliable.

The control system is far from perfect, but with minimal investment it can be put in order. Candles usually fail high voltage wires, ignition modules, lambda sensors and temperature sensors - and sometimes the wiring of the engine compartment itself.

A malfunction of the cooling system can cause serious damage to the motor - for example, antifreeze leaks (which are not uncommon) or fan failure due to viscous coupling or electrical problems. The radiators themselves are frankly flimsy, inflate when the system pressure rises, and are easily contaminated in typical urban use.

The tendency to increased oil appetite at age is usually tried to eliminate more quality oils and replacement of valve stem seals, which is quite successful. With runs for 250-300 thousand kilometers, the oil appetite progresses up to 0.5 liters per thousand kilometers, but the engine remains operational, and even catalysts can withstand such a regime for a long time.

The main thing is not to miss the oil level, since the crankshaft is very easily damaged at the slightest level fluctuations. An oil with a viscosity of SAE 40 and higher is recommended, and a mandatory check of hydraulic lifters and hydraulic timing belt tensioner after 200 thousand kilometers. A little more trouble can be delivered by a leak in the intake manifold. Of course, you need to monitor the condition of the candles and high-voltage wires - interruptions in ignition lead to early failure of the catalysts, which, in turn, kills the piston group.

The condition of the front cover gaskets will also require attention. Leaks quickly kill the timing belt, the resource of which is typically about 90 thousand kilometers. Often it is able to pass even 120, but when oiled it breaks down very quickly.

In the photo: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 3.0 V6 AT "2005-08

Unlike gasoline, diesel 4D 56 is not considered particularly reliable. A fairly old design, which was consistently forced from 70 to 99 or even 136 hp. from. corny does not withstand the load, despite the general thoughtfulness and quality of performance. The cylinder head and block crack, the pistons burn out under load, the rocker arm axles break, and sometimes even the timing belt tears at low mileage. With quiet operation, the engine can withstand both 300 and 400 thousand kilometers, but one trip at a speed of 120–130 km / h for a couple of hours can lead to cracking of the cylinder head and the appearance of excessive pressure in the cooling system.

The injection equipment on Pajero Sport engines does not cause any particular problems: the price of the components is low, EGR is easily muffled in the event of a malfunction, injectors are inexpensive. But all this is in low-powered versions. As for the later European variants with a boost of more than 136 liters. with., then here and fuel equipment different, and the reliability is also lower.

There are no special problems with manual transmissions, except that dual-mass flywheels and clutches on diesel engines they are not particularly reliable. But the automatic transmission of the V4A51 series and its rarer five-speed version on the Montero 3.5 V5A51 can be safely attributed to one of the most successful and resourceful boxes. Before a run of 200 thousand kilometers, problems are extremely rare, even automatic transmissions with runs over 400 thousand come across without repair.

The main problems of a purely electrical nature are the failure of the rotational speed sensors during hard operation, as well as the rare replacement of the planetary gear sets of the overdrive. The resource of the clutches of the gearbox and gas turbine engine is about 200 thousand kilometers (twice as much as on modern 6-8-speed automatic transmissions), so, as you can see, the design is perfectly balanced.

On cars for the Asian market, you can also find the Aisin 30-43LE four-speed gearbox, familiar to many from Toyota Land Cruiser of different series. It is no less reliable and even tolerates tough exploitation a little better. With proper maintenance, it easily overcomes the half-million mark, and commercial transport there are also automatic transmissions with a mileage of a million kilometers.

What should you choose?

In the first part of the material, we have already made a reservation that despite the seemingly high off-road potential and reliability overestimated by many, it is better to prefer a car that spent most of the time in the city. In this case, the lack of a suitable and reliable diesel engine will not be a problem - the gasoline option will not only become more preferable for the wallet, but also not too compromise for operation. But the price of transmission faults can be quite large, and there are many problems in it.

In the photo: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 3.0 V6 AT "2005-08

For those who drive mainly in the city, we recommend cars with a permanent all-wheel drive AWD, with which the Pajero Sport's handling will be more or less light - these are mostly "Americans" after 2003 release. There is, however, an opinion that the best is simple 4WD part time, but it is based on the hypothesis about increased consumption fuel on all-wheel drive.

It makes sense, but the logic is broken: if you use a hardwired connection without a differential, then a disabled front axle really gives savings. In the case of the more "intelligent" AWD and Super Select transmissions, there will be no such critical difference, and the all-wheel drive will give you what SUVs buy for: confidence on slippery surfaces and mixed.

After all you've read, are you attracted to the option of buying a Pajero Sport?