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TEST REVIEW MITSUBISHI

M MIITTSSUUBBIISSHHII

PAJERO SPORT

2.4DI-D 4X4 EXCEED

he Pajero Sport has always The mechanics remain unchanged which means that the proven 2.4l diesel
been one of the sadly powerplant gives you 133kW and 430Nm through an ultra-smooth 8-speed automatic
Toverlooked contenders in a transmission. The base model is rear-wheel driven, with the two upper models in the
category that is dominated by market range providing 4-wheel drive in both high and low ranges at the twist of a knob.
leaders, somewhat unfairly in my Our test vehicle was the range-topping Exceed 4x4 version, so what better way to
humble opinion. test it than heading out to a game reserve for a few days? Long stretches of dirt road
Recently, the range was given a enabled me to select 4H for safety and comfort and this allowed easy cruising at good
facelift with the more aggressive speeds with complete security and stability. Unfortunately, the road never got tough
Mitsubishi ‘Dynamic Shield’ face enough for me to use 4Low, but previous experience with the Super Select II system has
being added at the front as well as proven its prowess to me when the going gets really tough.
smaller changes to rear lights and On the road, the big and heavy vehicle cruises smoothly at highway speeds, with the
daytime running lights. Overall, the only issue I found being a slightly lazy response when wanting to overtake. It was
vehicle now looks lean and mean and certainly not serious, but simply a case of being aware of what is available under one’s
certainly has road presence. right foot at all times. Pottering around while game watching in 4H is smooth and easy.

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