2027 Mitsubishi Pajero launch nears as interest hits 11,000 

Key highlights

• The new Pajero has attracted 11,000 expressions of interest ahead of its expected December 2026 showroom arrival.
• Prices start at $68,490 before on-road costs, with five-seat and seven-seat GLS versions available.
• A cheaper GLX grade remains a possibility, but Mitsubishi will wait for customer and dealer feedback before changing the range.

The 2027 Mitsubishi Pajero has attracted 11,000 expressions of interest in Australia, giving the new four-wheel drive a sizeable audience before it reaches showrooms in December 2026.

The figure was confirmed by Mitsubishi Motors Australia at the vehicle’s Australian media preview on 26 October 2026. Interest has climbed considerably since the Pajero’s global unveiling in early September, when the company had recorded 3,982 expressions of interest. By mid-October, that number had reached around 8,000.

However, these figures should not be confused with confirmed orders. Mitsubishi has not started taking deposits, so the final number of buyers who go ahead with a purchase remains unknown.

The early response suggests there is an audience for a new Pajero in Australia, where large SUVs are popular with families, touring drivers and people who want a vehicle with genuine off-road capability.

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2027 Mitsubishi Pajero price and grades

Mitsubishi will launch the new Pajero in three grades: GLS, Exceed and GSR. The range includes two seating configurations for the entry-level GLS, while the Exceed and GSR sit higher in the line-up.

Here is how the Australian pricing stands ahead of the December 2026 arrival:

Mitsubishi expects demand to be spread relatively evenly across the three grades. The GLS is also intended to appeal to fleet customers, including rental companies, government departments, businesses and novated-lease buyers.

For private buyers, the price difference between the GLS and the more expensive grades will be an important consideration. The entry-level version starts below $70,000 before on-road costs, while the flagship GSR moves beyond $80,000.

Those prices also put the Pajero in a competitive part of the large-SUV market, where buyers may compare it with vehicles such as the Ford Everest. The Everest Active with a four-cylinder engine is priced at $58,990, giving it a lower starting point than the new Mitsubishi.

Could a cheaper Pajero GLX join the range?

Mitsubishi has not ruled out adding a more affordable Pajero grade below the GLS.

Approval documents have been filed for an entry-level GLX, which could potentially bring the starting price closer to $60,000 before on-road costs. However, that does not confirm the model will go on sale in Australia or establish its final pricing.

Mitsubishi says any changes to the line-up will depend on feedback from dealers and customers after the vehicle launches.

A cheaper version could make the Pajero accessible to more buyers, particularly those who prioritise its core capabilities over premium equipment. It could also give Mitsubishi a stronger entry point against large SUV rivals with lower starting prices.

For now, buyers will need to consider the announced GLS, Exceed and GSR grades rather than wait on an unconfirmed fourth variant.

Pajero production and delivery timing

The new Pajero is built in Thailand alongside the Mitsubishi Triton ute. According to the company, production is not currently constrained, although waiting times have yet to be established.

That means the 11,000 expressions of interest do not necessarily point to long delivery delays. Actual wait times will depend on factors including confirmed orders, production volumes and the mix of grades buyers choose.

For Australian customers planning to buy one, the next important milestone will be the vehicle’s showroom arrival in December 2026. That should give prospective owners a clearer opportunity to assess the new Pajero before making a purchase decision.

The possibility of a cheaper GLX also leaves some uncertainty around the eventual range. Mitsubishi has signalled that it is willing to respond to demand, but it has not committed to expanding the line-up.

Until then, the new Pajero’s growing audience is an early indication of interest, rather than a measure of how many Australians will ultimately buy one.