Next-Gen 2016 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Spotted Ahead of Global Unveil

The next-generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has been spotted undisguised ahead of its debut on August 1. This is the generation of the popular SUV from the Japanese brand. Mitsubishi is expected to debut the 2016 Pajero Sport in India at the 2016 Auto Expo. 

The new-generation Pajero Sport will follow the same design language as the larger pickup truck sibling the Triton. Thanks to the Triton, we already had a rough idea about what the Pajero Sport would look like, but now with undisguised images show us an absolutely clear picture. Unlike the current generation Pajero Sport, the new one will look a lot sharper. It has a bolder chrome grille up front which is flanked by sleek and edgy looking headlights on both the sides. The taillights are the wraparound kind that continue onto the side and extend along the tin of the tailgate. The chrome accent above the registration plate wraps up the styling at the back. 

The new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport will come with the same engine that works force on the Triton. It will come with a 2.4-litre unit turbocharged diesel engine that makes 181PS and 430Nm. This engine is expected to come with a 6-speed automatic transmission which will replace the 4-speed ‘box from the outgoing model. It will also be offered with a 6-speed manual transmission. 

In India the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport will be assembled at the Hindustan Motors facility in Thiruvallur (Tamil Nadu) from Thai-made CKD kits. The current generation Pajero Sport is priced between Rs25-26 lakh, the ne-gen model is expected to be launched around the same price. In India the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport will go against the likes of the upcoming Toyota Fortuner, the Chevrolet Trailblazer and the likes.