The long-awaited return of an iconic SUV: Mitsubishi Montero Sport, Land Cruiser rival

It's £25,000 cheaper than a Toyota Land Cruiser

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2025

Photo by: Mitsubishi

By: Javier Llorente

Published by: Brian Potter

Nov 12, 2024 at 5:37am ET

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In a world where SUVs are a growing trend, with the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, Land Rover Defender or Jeep Wrangler among the most desirable, the Mitsubishi Montero, as well as its 'sportier' version, the Montero Sport, are sure to still stir your memories.

After all, they were two SUVs that were very popular in markets around the globe and which, unfortunately, are not offered in European markets, although in their day they allowed Mitsubishi to 'fight' against Toyota and its Land Cruiser, among others.

Known in the rest of the world as the Pajero, there are other countries where the Montero Sport is still sold today, at a price that could be described as interesting, as it is cheaper than what it costs to buy a Land Cruiser in Europe today... although, yes, a lot more than what one of the cheapest SUVs in Europe such as the Suzuki Jimny used to cost.

A diesel-powered SUV

We are talking, for example, about Brazil, where this Mitsubishi has arrived at dealers with a range update in which the exclusive special series Legend Black is consolidated within the family as another finish.

On sale in the HPE, HPE-S, Legend and Legend Black trims, the Pajero Sport retains the mechanicals, but has a slightly updated look; something that is particularly noticeable on the front end.

On the personalisation front, the colour range comprises four options, White Diamond, Graphite Gray Metallic, Jet Black Mica and the new Blade Silver Metallic, while the wheel rim catalogue includes options ranging from 18 to 20 inches.

Inside, features a redesigned multifunction steering wheel with a three-spoke structure, and the seven seats in the cabin receive new leather upholstery in a choice of two colours - black or beige.

In terms of comfort, the first two rows of seats are electrically adjustable and heated, while the Legend version and above are fitted with an 8-inch digital display.