The Mitsubishi Pajero Is Coming Back, and Now We Know When

Oh, We Know It’s Coming

It has been a while since we last heard anything concrete about the returning Mitsubishi Pajero a.k.a Montero. Its comeback has already been acknowledged, as well as its name, but what’s been missing is a proper timeline.

Thankfully, details from Down Under shed light on this gap. According to dealer sources cited by Carsales, the new Pajero is set to make its global debut sometime in the third quarter of 2026, likely around August or September. Pre-orders are expected to open shortly after, with some dealers already preparing for September order banks.

Deliveries Will Happen Much Later

Excited owners will have to wait before their Pajero arrives, though. Reports indicate the first deliveries are scheduled for December. Not every showroom in Australia will get stock at the same time, though, so some buyers might be waiting until early next year, depending on how the rollout goes.

There was talk from one dealer about a slightly earlier reveal window, possibly June or July, but that hasn’t been widely supported. For now, late Q3 looks like the safest bet for the global reveal.

The new Pajero is expected to ride on the same platform as the latest Mitsubishi Triton midsize truck, giving it a solid starting point for capability. However, one notable upgrade being floated is the adoption of an eight-speed automatic transmission, replacing the Triton’s six-speed unit. If that pushes through, it should help with both refinement and efficiency.

The Pajero’s off-road hardware is expected to carry over from the Triton as well, including Mitsubishi’s Super Select II four-wheel-drive system.

What We Know so Far

Officially, Mitsubishi has been keeping things fairly quiet about the Pajero. So far, reports point to localized suspension and steering tuning, especially in markets like Australia, where on-road dynamics matter just as much as off-road ability. Spy shots also revealed a squared-off body, even boxier than the Mitsubishi Destinator sold in Southeast Asia.

What’s clear is the new Pajero isn’t just about bringing back a familiar badge. It’s jumping into a tough segment with plenty of rivals, so it’ll have to juggle durability, refinement, and up-to-date tech if it wants to stand out.

More details should surface closer to its reveal window. For now, at least, the wait has a timeline attached to it. A US debut is still a mystery at this point, but with Mitsubishi’s current status in America, it could use the help of a venerable nameplate.

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