Can Mitsubishi’s plug-in Pajero take down the LandCruiser Prado and Ford Everest? Reborn icon would ditch the diesel and embrace electrification

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Mitsubishi has started working on a new large SUV that may not use diesel and instead rely on their expertise in plug-in hybrid technology, possibly marking the return of a well-known nameplate. The Mitsubishi Pajero, discontinued globally in 2021, could be revived in Australia. While details on the new SUV are scarce, Mitsubishi Australia’s CEO confirmed the project. The company is considering various powertrain options, including PHEV and BEV, due to the global shift away from diesel. Brands mentioned: Mitsubishi.