Kuala Lumpur, 10 July 2009 – Setting new standards in offering dynamic styling and comfort of a luxury SUV, along with exceptional off-road capabilities, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia, the exclusive distributor of Mitsubishi Motors passenger cars and commercial vehicles in Malaysia, officially launched the all-new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport SUV in East Malaysia today.
Priced at RM 160,401.10 (on-the-road without insurance) in Sarawak and RM160,220.00 in Sabah, the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport will be available at all showrooms in East Malaysia today onwards.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Arrives in East Malaysia
Pajero Sport has garnered immense response since global debut in Moscow last year. Over 9,000 units of Pajero Sport have been sold worldwide since last September. Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia aims to sell 500 units of the fully imported Pajero Sport nationwide by the end of this year.
Using a Common Rail direct injection system for higher power and improved fuel efficiency, the Pajero Sport comes with a 2.5-liter diesel engine which delivers an impressive 136PS output at 3,500rpm and top-class torque of 314Nm at 2,000rpm.
“Mitsubishi Motors has been at the forefront of developing the world’s most pioneering 4×4 technologies for over 70 years. The Pajero was launched in 1982 and even today the 4th generation Pajero continues to be the benchmark of 4×4 technology and refinement.
“As Sabah and Sarawak are known for its rugged terrain, the new Pajero Sport is just the right 7-seater SUV for those who are looking for off-road driving with heavy duty usage in luxury and comfort. With the proven track record of the legendary Pajero, the new Pajero Sport is indeed one of the best SUVs the market has to offer,” said Mr. Keizo Ono, Chief Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Motor Malaysia.
“The Pajero Sport offers the best of both worlds – whether highway cruising or off-road adventure. With on-demand 4WD for sure traction, a rigid ladder frame for improved stability, and durable suspensions for maximum balance, the new Pajero Sport delivers quality performance, reliability and safety,” added Mr Ono.
The Pajero Sport offers ample passenger space and comfort, with plenty of cargo space and multiple storage compartments
The Pajero Sport’s 3-row, 7-passenger, seating configuration can be varied to accommodate various cargo scenarios. Leather seats and DVD audio visual system with USB connectivity, iPod and Bluetooth ready come standard on the Pajero Sport.
Also used in the legendary Pajero, the Super Select 4WD (SS4) driveline that incorporates the principles of Mitsubishi Motors’ All Wheel Control (AWC) philosophy transmits drive torque effectively to all four wheels on all types of surface. With the SS4, switching between 4WD and 2WD when cruising is made possible.
The Pajero Sport will also have an INVECS-II (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electric Control System) 4-speed automatic transmission with Sport mode which allows the driver to manually select the preferred gear for sportier driving experience.
The riding comfort is made possible by its double-wishbone front suspension with coil springs combined with a 3-link coil spring rear suspension, both with stabilizer bars, giving unmatched traction and stability with a higher ground clearance for going off-road.
A power assisted rack and pinion steering system provides good road feel, better response and a class leading turning radius of only 5.6 meters.
Pajero Sport’s safety features include front and reverse sensors, projector headlamps and fog lamps, high mount stop lamps, ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) with EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distribution), dual SRS airbags, Mitsubishi’s exclusive RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) body, pre-tensioner and force limiter seatbelts, collapsible steering column and safety brake pedal.
The Pajero Sport will be available at all Mitsubishi Motors showrooms in East Malaysia from 10 July onwards. Colours available are Eisen Gray Mica, White Pearl, Cool Silver Metallic, Dark Blue Mica and Platinum Beige Metallic.
In total, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has a total of 34 showrooms nationwide, out of which eight are 3S Centres and 46 service centers.
In its commitment to quality and reliability, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia offers a 3-year or 100,000km warranty for the new Pajero Sport.
For more information, please visit www.mitsubishi-motors.com.my. The new Pajero Sport will join the current line-up consisting of the Lancer sedan, Grandis MPV, Lancer Evolution high performance sedan and the Triton pick-up truck.
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