After five years away, the Pajero is coming back. Mitsubishi has confirmed an all-new fifth-generation Pajero — its new global flagship — with a world premiere set for Autumn 2026. Here’s everything that’s officially known so far, and what’s still under wraps.
This is a placeholder page while we wait for the official reveal. We’ll expand it as Mitsubishi releases concrete details — and we’ll publish a complete Gen 5 Buyer’s Guide once the vehicle is launched and we’ve driven it.
What Mitsubishi Has Confirmed
- The Pajero returns globally for the first time since the Gen 4 was discontinued in 2021 — positioned as Mitsubishi’s new flagship
- Built on the heavy-duty ladder-frame platform derived from the Triton, with model-specific development of the cabin and the front and rear suspension
- Engineered for “outstanding off-road capability” alongside a more refined, comfortable on-road ride
- Will continue to be sold as the Montero in some markets, as before
- World premiere scheduled for Autumn 2026
What’s Still Unconfirmed
We don’t publish specifications we can’t verify, so here’s what Mitsubishi has not yet announced:
- Powertrain — no engines have been confirmed, and there’s no official word yet on whether the range will include diesel, petrol, hybrid or plug-in hybrid options
- South African launch timing and pricing — unconfirmed; SA availability typically follows the global reveal by some months
- Detailed specs — power figures, dimensions, trim levels and equipment are all still to come
What It Means for South Africa
The decision to build the Gen 5 on a Triton-derived ladder frame rather than a monocoque is a strong signal of serious off-road intent — encouraging news for South African overlanders who value genuine bush capability over crossover comfort. Whether Mitsubishi’s Super Select 4WD heritage carries forward in name and form remains to be seen; we’ll confirm it rather than assume it.
Stay Updated
We’ll update this page as official information lands, and publish the full Gen 5 Buyer’s Guide the moment the new Pajero is on sale. In the meantime, explore the Gen 4 guide — the closest current relative — or browse every Pajero generation.
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Coming soon — world premiere Autumn 2026.