I have been a Mitsubishi user for years. My last car was the Lancer. 19 years never missed a beat. Now I own a Montero Sport 2012. I have been driving it 9 years. 3 deep flood crossings and so far I only replaced brake pads and a belt. I will once again buy myself a Gen 3 Montero because of performance and reliability.
I was going to go the MU-X but once I took the Pajero Sport for a drive I was sold, been a Toyota guy for ages but very disappointed in my local Toyota service and support, Toyota sales were not interested in selling either. My new PS will arrive mid October, very excited.
Nathan Watts the new MU-X is something I'm very much looking forward to. Unfortunately the release date looks like it might be too far away for my needs. Isuzu should really release both the Dmax and the MU-X at the same time.
My PS is now 3yrs old so as I'm in NZ I still have 7 years on the warranty to go. When deciding I tried the MU-X and the Holden Colorado wagon the Mitzi was far superior back then, I never tried the Fortuner almost double the price or the Ford equivalent for the same reason. I still love the PS on a long journey or around town. Most of my driving I'm in 4H as it feels more balanced and safer, especially in the wet. I only ever tow while in 4H. In fact towing in the wet in 4H I can out accelerate unloaded Ford Rangers coming out of sharp bends especially going up hill, they must wonder what's wrong with their ute. They usually roar past on the first straight to prove something.
I've been searching on UA-cam for this both Redesigned pajero and fortuner comparison video... THANK YOU!! Pajero for me.. 8 speed and foldable rear seats
@@Sam-jf8dm that's funny, a 6'1 friend fits fine with his Montero Sport. He did utilize the use of the power-adjusting driver seat hence being able to have a comfy driving position for him. That's sad news for you tho, wish you luck my friend.
@@MiggyMndza Thanks bro. I am 6'3. I adjusted the sit to the lowest and my face was still facing the sun visor. It was weird. My Mazda Sedan has more height and space inside. It was very squishy and didn't have that 4x4 feeling. With a disappointing face we drove down to the Toyota and the new Fortuner was just released 3 days ago. The moment I looked at it I loved it. Jumped inside, it was tall, specious like Prado and that's what I loved about this car
Bought pajero sport glx last year with 7yr warranty; couple of free services; roadside assistance; and towbar fitted for $42990 driveaway. Yes it was a current 2019 with adaptive crusie etc etc ... Nothing comes close for value and I love it.
Is that US or Australian $... here in sCambodia they're "special offering" 59k for 100.000km or 3 yrs,in Australia it was 5yrs and 100.000km epic,wtf...and it's the "stock clearance " 2019 model wtf...quadruple wtf actually...
A good review, although I think you should have delved into the 4wd systems. I think the super select 11 system of the Pajero Sport allows full time 4wd, which is a safety bonus.
@@PotatoesRnice tbh there arr just a handful of tech features that i use in a car, music, 4x4 system...i cant justify 10k difference for tech that i rarely use.
The fuel consumption was indeed shockingly good in a recent comparison with other 3 vehicles. Shocking to me because because Mitsubishi had never been crazy good in that department.
We have a MY19 Pajero Sport. Wife drove it home from Townsville to Cairns last week and when she pulled in the driveway, the trip computer was reporting average fuel use of 7.3L per 100km. Pretty good!!!
I would absolutely choose the Pajero Sport. It's hard to beat the value of Mitsubishi right now. For similar spec'd vehicles, it is not unusual to see at least a $10K price difference with a lot of their models. I've just bought a new Outlander LS 2WD Petrol and while the CVT transmission isn't perfect, it is a great family bus. Well done Mitsubishi!
Have to say that this is one of the best car reviews I have seen in a long time. So much information about each car and comparisons between previous models as well. Very well done. Keep up the awesome work!
I just saw this and I'm nearly a 12mth owner of a Mitsi PJS in GLX guise. On road for me was @55K with tow bar, bull bar, roof bars, window tint and dash cams. Really good value. The reason for this was this was and is I believe the only 5 seat version available. The only major items I missed getting in this spec are the auto tail gate, a Locking rear diff and the option of leather. None of these matter to me. KId's have flown the coupe. It still has all the same safety goodies. On and Off road it has to this point been an awesome vehicle, even without the rear diff lock and yes, the Superselect transmission with the option of AWD on the tarmac for those wet days is a big plus. So far I'm loving the experience.😎
Mitsubishi PS has permanent AWD if you want it. Absolutely incredible advantage, especially where we live in Snow country. Reviews very seldom mention it. Same with the Triton. No one mentions this tremendous AWD capability.
Driven a Pajero sport when I was visiting Melbourne a few years back...was impressed with it then and still do. Too bad at my part of the world now, they don’t have the Pajero sport for sale though...:(
The car taste of people is degrading..i have seen many people buying overpriced cars in our country...shame and a sad thing to see the good companies suffer
having driven both I can say toyota is more smoother and quiter, but they are both great. I am a proud owner of Pajero Sport 2021 4x4 right now, just clocked 20000km.. Its so great so comfortable for my long journeys.
Great review, I am looking at both vehicles as well as the Isuzu MUX. I think this review may have just swayed me towards the Pajero, the $10 -15K price difference is a big factor + now you get 10 years warranty!
Good review. I have always wanted to see how the Pajero stacks up. The Mitsu is obviously the better buy. However, I have never liked the style of this current model. The rear end just looks too awkward and not cool. Resembles a Ssangyong style trend.
@@charlespatrickumoso2993 mitsubishi is indeed reliable. In fact, they are the first ever car manufacturer in the world. We have a neighbor who owns a toyota fortuner 2019 and he often experience problems with its transmission tho.
I looked at both models as I was looking to purchase a new vehicle, I chose the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. I have always bought Toyotas before but was disappointed with several aspects of the Fortuner. The side storage of the third row seat took up a lot of storage area and obstructed, the views out of the rear section. the third row in the Pajero folds down flat which is much more convenient and doesn't obstruct any line of sight. The Pajero Sport can be put in 4 wheel drive mode while on paved road when the conditions such as mud, rain and flooding makes its way on the road. I live in the country so this is very important. The tech in the Pajero Sport is much better overall than the Fortuner, this is both a positive and a negative as there is the possibility of having more electronics go wrong, but in this automotive day and age this may be a reality regardless of what new vehicle you own. I really hope that the next model of the Fortuner addresses these issues, but I am just one consumer and my concerns may not be the pathway for the Fortuner in the future but one can hope.
@@umarasyrafu.a.6232 The Fortuner’s third row seats fold to the side and is fastened by a hook thereby limiting the useable area. The Pajero’s third row seats fold with the bottom seat folding forward and the back of the seat folding down leaving a flat large clear space. The second row seats can also be folded front to have a larger storage area, I’m not sure if the Fortuner does that. To be honest if the Toyota designed the third row storage differently it would be harder for me to make a decision on which to get as I have driven Toyota vehicles all my life.
@@toprunner4806 the second row comfort may be better but it doesn’t outweigh the shortfalls of the third row storage, lack of 4 wheel drive on paved roads and the better tech availability of the Pajero sport. But I made those decisions based on my use, I like the look and feel of the Fortuner but could not purchase a vehicle with things that I felt was necessary lacking.
Should have mention the ability to drive in 4H on sealed roads as it's a huge advantage, like driving an all wheel drive. Especially on wet roads. But a great review very balanced and easy to watch.
I was expecting Ed to promote his new album atleast, but no luck... Anyway, good review, staright to the point, video is also stable and not causing concusion to the head. Power.
Btw, I have both 😉 For long distance, fortuner feels better than Pajero Sport (for driving experience, 1st row passenger, as well as 2md row passengers) The fuel consumption also Fortuner has a better milleage.
Base on my experience, fortuner is not that comfortable especially the seats. It’s kinda hard which results to having back pain during the ride. It also gives more body roll. While on the other hand, pajero sports is more refined and it is very comfortable.
The both cars are the best sale in Indonesia. And thank for your complete review especially for sitting the third row. I hope the next review for car with 7 seats you try it the third rows.
Many thnx, this is a good video however i wish you have included a towing comparison - it would be very valuable to know towing performance and car handling when loaded.
I ordered my Mitsi on Sunday, My reasons were Comfort, Forward collision Mitigation, location of cruise controls on steering wheel, Adaptive cruise control, 8 speaker stereo system, twin electric adjustable front seats, no silly rear folding seats but roomy enough for a stayover night mattress, 8 inch digital dash, No DPF issues like Toyota, the layout of the dash controls, plenty USB sockets but the biggest reason was the super select II 4 wheel drive system with the all time 4x4 for sealed roads! The only thing I don't like is the tail lights....Sorry Toyota!
Mitsubishi is softer smother nimble and agile. Where as Toyota has too much hard suspension and jerky 6 AT is sufficient to ruin the essence of 150 KW & 500NM. Why pay 15000 more. Mitsubishi wins
I got Pajero sports black edition with white body in January this year ,I was looking at fortuner but for me the back seat fold down was the difference.
It's same everywhere in india I'm fed up of watching fortuner it's like every second suv is Fortuner Waiting for *Pallisade* and *Telluride* launch in india
When it comes to japanese ppv/utes, you really don't have to pay the toyota tax to ensure you can use your car for 20+ years. Pick whichever among toyota/mitsubishi/isuzu offers the best package for the price, and make sure you religiously follow the maintenance intervals. That said, we got the pajero sport since it's comfortable and is incredibly more bang for buck when we got it in 2016.
En Colombia ambas son marcas muy conocidas y de gran calidad. Aunque tiene más preponderancia Toyota. Yo prefiero la Mistsubishi Pajero Sport me parece un mejor diseño exterior, el selector 4x4 más completo, el habitáculo más ergonómico. Creo que obtengo más por menos precio en la Pajero. Excelente reseña. Gracias.
@@Ford-Explorer606 I'm not sure if it is available in your country but the Fortuner still have the V6 petrol option of 1GR-FE engine from 2003 that is still in use, better than 2GR-FE and Land Cruiser has this option too
@@CarRevvedGaming we don't have fortuner in our country 😢 Instead we have ra4 and 4 runner and the land cruiser here and all of these vehicles have a v6 petrol engine. I myself own a 4 runner 2015 v6
Nice comparison review.👌🏻 Definitely the Pajero sport wins here in all aspect.🤩 I thought the ride comfort of the facelifted Fortuner improved already after Toyota installed a better torsion beam. Or maybe it was installed on the Legender variant only. Hope you can check on this. Thanks. Stay safe.👍🏻
@@flyguy9404 Not sure how you arrive at that conclusion... most actual reviews off road have them pretty close. The PS offers better of road modes and electronic supports... the Fortuner better base capability with slightly better clearance, approach and departure angles. The Fortuner may be better overall but from all the reviews I have seen, it is fairly close.
@@flyguy9404hey toyota guy, just wanted to tell you that the Pajero Sport is way comfortable. Its totally family friendly. Never failed us. Can you imagine??? Pajero Sport helping a stuck Land Rover Defender? No way right?? 😅
Not really, fortuner is just overpriced and the top model could kill it specially the cheaper Patrol version which is not available in Australia unfortunately
Perjuna my choice well finished and better looking car. I’ve had two through 5 year’s each and never had a. mechanical problem with either car. A through reliable car.
I have a 2016 Fortuner after getting stung by a lemon-flavoured Everest. The Pajero is great value for money, but what about after market 4x4 upgrades for offroad touring?
After doing two months of research I decided to buy Pajero Sports. Last week when I tried test drive, I was extremely disappointed with how small and narrow it was for my height I am 6'2. Then headed to Toyota to see the new Fortuner with little hope but within a minute I was sold. New facelift, tall and specious interior which gives you a proper 4x4 feeling unlike Pajero Sports feel like you are in a suzuki swift
Thank you very much for this comparison, even though I find it unfair to compare 2.8 diesel engine of Fortuner versus 2.4 for the Mitsubishi Pajero. Thanks
Gents, please do a review on 2022 GSR version. Had a tail gate issue recently and if possible discuss bit more regarding the catch-can installation (need or not) Thanks
Thanks for supporting us respected sir. .But sir its with only a 2.0 engine which is underpowered compared to the 3.2 litre engine. Maybe 2021 -22 Everest can change things
Hi Tom. I love your work. We have an quote of the fortuner (GXL + Premium Interior) a grand cheaper than the quote pajero sport exceed. We might do a bit of towing - horse float etc. What would you choose when there is virtually no price difference? Thank you!
Just got my fortuner and loving it. For towing, I'd say more grunt is better for you and hence the fort would be your pick. On the flip side, some might say Psport's super select trany would be better for towing as it allows you to drive 4wd hi on tarmac road while the fort can't, on tarmac it's only on 2wd. All the best in choosing you next vehicle.
Ambas camionetas 🛻 son hermosas... particularmente me inclino por la Montero Sport por tener ligeramente mejores materiales en el interior, la suspensión y la tercera fila de asientos. Muy buen video. Saludos desde Perú 🇵🇪
Así es 😃 le falta mejorar en ese sentido a la Fortuner considerando que en el mercado Peruano están casi al mismo precio las versiones más altas 😄 también me inclino por la Montero sport
I drove both before choosing the Toyota. . I just liked the way it drove. . Now I've decked it out with a heap of mods the Love story is complete. . Awesome off road. . When you put her in 4WD she changes into a super strong mud chomping beastie ! !
I have a pajero sport 10 years old and it's a better vehicle than my friends fortuner of the same year,more comfy,and the ride is smoother.l never liked the earlier models Its taken years but now l feel you can trust the running gear more and the reliability.👍
Reading the comments, it looks like 90% would take the Mitsubishi. I would take the Toyota even though $10,000 more expecting to be able to keep 10 years and end up with less repair bills and depreciation than the Mitsubishi.
It's interesting to see that the creature comfort lists in these ute-based SUVs hasn't changed much from a decade ago. It's mostly connectivity and active safety that has but even then, we own an R51 Nissan Pathfinder that has most of the list from both of these covered in terms of its feature set and beats them both in terms of packaging. I watched another review of the MU-X top specification as I had a keen interest in upgrading to one when we eventually want to upgrade but I was amazed that even a 2020 brand spanker that costs $60k on the road didn't have electric and heated front seats, dual zone climate, sunroof, etc and the usable space with all 7 seats in place was abysmal compared to the Pathfinder. I'm guessing with the Isuzu though you're paying more for the reliability of its drivetrain for which the reputation of the Nissan at the time was....not favourable, to put it lightly. I do eagerly await the new MU-X though because the new D-Max looks to be a great platform for it. Hopefully Mazda introduces their own version of it based on the BT-50 but I doubt they will.
SICEM_Rex Mazda is indeed basing the new BT50 on the Isuzu. Pity they aren't going to make a wagon version of it though, something that would compete directly with the Everest
Always Mitsubishii Cars. I love Mitsubishi Cars! I used to own a Lancer, that was a dang! I am really looking for a Sedan/Hatchback from Mitsubishi in India.
I have the Cedia (2008) and the Pajero Sport (2018). Both the vehicles have never let me down in the worst of driving conditions. Sadly, the Cedia is getting a lot of attention from the police in Delhi due to the new NGT norms. Ergo, I shall have to part with it. I guess this car is the cleanest piece kept as stock in the country!
Great review but I missed cost to own comparison.If Fortuner sells for more as a used car proportionally to its purchase price then it will offset the 10k advantage Pajero has.
Shocked how you say that the Toyota corners better when here in the Philippines, the Montero Sport does that better. Maybe it has something to do about the suspension tuning. Good review tho!
Yeah, the updated Fortuner is still arriving here later this September. It's the best seller in our market due to being a bit more affordable than the Montero Sport here(yes, it's the opposite here in our country) but all local automotive journalists also point to the Mitsubishi as the better option always. How I wish our local version also had a cheaper pricetag than the Fortuner 😂
yeah proud owner of montero sport 2016 model...2.4 mevic kick his ass...from 2016 to 2020 fortuner make 3 engine d4d 3.0...2.8 and 2.5 to match the power of mevic...
Great review although i would have like more indepth of the 4wd systems...... i have a 2018 nissan patrol and was thinking of downsizing but i don't think either of these would be big enough, i guess i'll just have to keep the big banger...
The Fortuner is more moddable, has better low down torque, better traction control and is essentially a bit better out of the box offroad than that Pajero Sport. Also the Fortuner can handle the weight of a steel bullbar way better than a PS, even if you upgraded suspension on both and I've driven both BTW. You wouldn't really want to go tyres any bigger than 32" on the Fortuner although some have squeezed in 33's. I expect the PS to be similar, if not worse in that dept. Oh and i found visibility to be better out of the Fortuner to be better also, especially over the bonnet when picking lines.
Love our pajero sport - definitely miss the volume knob though! 😂.. Such a minor thing but it's really annoying lol. A big reason I went PS was the super select for towing. You can instantly feel an increase in traction, and just feels much safer.
I own a 2017 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and the newest model I think is nicer cause it offers all new features that the 2017 model don't have and in indonesia pajero sport don't have a power rear door even the newest one that Australia has
Yeah, the Exceed is $60k driveaway and you do get some extra fruit - blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, a 360-degree camera, sat nav and a better stereo do count. For me, though, I reckon the GLS is a pretty great offer at under $53k driveaway if you don't need seven seats. I'm not sure I'd spend the extra seven grand.
Of your hair to splash 6k for the extra tech then go for it, the only item I would have liked in the exceed was the bullet in nav, and you get that with Android auto and Apple cart play.
Nathan Watts never seen a car nav unit that can compare with something like Google maps. Waze is also a great option. They should all be wireless connections though
Covid really has hit the music industry hard - is that Ed Sheeran now doing car reviews? good review by the way .
Ha ha✌️
I thought that too!🤣
Haha, wtf 😂
hahaha lol
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I have been a Mitsubishi user for years. My last car was the Lancer. 19 years never missed a beat. Now I own a Montero Sport 2012. I have been driving it 9 years. 3 deep flood crossings and so far I only replaced brake pads and a belt. I will once again buy myself a Gen 3 Montero because of performance and reliability.
I was going to go the MU-X but once I took the Pajero Sport for a drive I was sold, been a Toyota guy for ages but very disappointed in my local Toyota service and support, Toyota sales were not interested in selling either. My new PS will arrive mid October, very excited.
I’m sure you’ll like it.
Nathan Watts the new MU-X is something I'm very much looking forward to. Unfortunately the release date looks like it might be too far away for my needs. Isuzu should really release both the Dmax and the MU-X at the same time.
What about the new ssangyong rexton?
In Thailand its so nice and good service.
My PS is now 3yrs old so as I'm in NZ I still have 7 years on the warranty to go. When deciding I tried the MU-X and the Holden Colorado wagon the Mitzi was far superior back then, I never tried the Fortuner almost double the price or the Ford equivalent for the same reason.
I still love the PS on a long journey or around town. Most of my driving I'm in 4H as it feels more balanced and safer, especially in the wet. I only ever tow while in 4H. In fact towing in the wet in 4H I can out accelerate unloaded Ford Rangers coming out of sharp bends especially going up hill, they must wonder what's wrong with their ute. They usually roar past on the first straight to prove something.
I've been searching on UA-cam for this both Redesigned pajero and fortuner comparison video... THANK YOU!! Pajero for me.. 8 speed and foldable rear seats
You're welcome - hope this video helps out.
Make sure to go for test drive before wasting your time like me. If you are taller than 6ft your head will touch the roof 😂
@@Sam-jf8dm that's funny, a 6'1 friend fits fine with his Montero Sport. He did utilize the use of the power-adjusting driver seat hence being able to have a comfy driving position for him. That's sad news for you tho, wish you luck my friend.
@@MiggyMndza Thanks bro. I am 6'3. I adjusted the sit to the lowest and my face was still facing the sun visor. It was weird. My Mazda Sedan has more height and space inside. It was very squishy and didn't have that 4x4 feeling. With a disappointing face we drove down to the Toyota and the new Fortuner was just released 3 days ago. The moment I looked at it I loved it. Jumped inside, it was tall, specious like Prado and that's what I loved about this car
Sport, Pajero Sport not the original Pajero, you should always remember the sport
Bought pajero sport glx last year with 7yr warranty; couple of free services; roadside assistance; and towbar fitted for $42990 driveaway. Yes it was a current 2019 with adaptive crusie etc etc ... Nothing comes close for value and I love it.
Is that US or Australian $... here in sCambodia they're "special offering" 59k for 100.000km or 3 yrs,in Australia it was 5yrs and 100.000km epic,wtf...and it's the "stock clearance " 2019 model wtf...quadruple wtf actually...
Just says sport no glx or anything...must check the trims, in detail...
A good review, although I think you should have delved into the 4wd systems. I think the super select 11 system of the Pajero Sport allows full time 4wd, which is a safety bonus.
Very good point.
Mitsubishi now has a 10 year warranty, and why not take the 10 grand you save on the Toyota and buy the Exceed model.
@@spikechurchill7478 Exactly.
Because the tech in the Pajero is not even useable
@@PotatoesRnice tbh there arr just a handful of tech features that i use in a car, music, 4x4 system...i cant justify 10k difference for tech that i rarely use.
The Pajero all day any day. More car like. Handles well. Good fuel consumption. Very comfortable. All this and $10k cheaper. It’s a no brainer!
The fuel consumption was indeed shockingly good in a recent comparison with other 3 vehicles. Shocking to me because because Mitsubishi had never been crazy good in that department.
We have a MY19 Pajero Sport.
Wife drove it home from Townsville to Cairns last week and when she pulled in the driveway, the trip computer was reporting average fuel use of 7.3L per 100km. Pretty good!!!
Rather take the fortuner over it.
@@jean-louishamid5285 what about the new kia sorento 2021?
@@amrashraf9559 that's shit mate. Unibody suv can't compare to body on frame suv
I would absolutely choose the Pajero Sport. It's hard to beat the value of Mitsubishi right now. For similar spec'd vehicles, it is not unusual to see at least a $10K price difference with a lot of their models. I've just bought a new Outlander LS 2WD Petrol and while the CVT transmission isn't perfect, it is a great family bus. Well done Mitsubishi!
Have to say that this is one of the best car reviews I have seen in a long time. So much information about each car and comparisons between previous models as well. Very well done. Keep up the awesome work!
He left out how the Pajero has a better handbrake
I just saw this and I'm nearly a 12mth owner of a Mitsi PJS in GLX guise. On road for me was @55K with tow bar, bull bar, roof bars, window tint and dash cams. Really good value. The reason for this was this was and is I believe the only 5 seat version available. The only major items I missed getting in this spec are the auto tail gate, a Locking rear diff and the option of leather. None of these matter to me. KId's have flown the coupe. It still has all the same safety goodies. On and Off road it has to this point been an awesome vehicle, even without the rear diff lock and yes, the Superselect transmission with the option of AWD on the tarmac for those wet days is a big plus. So far I'm loving the experience.😎
Thanks mate. Great review. Clear, concise and to the point. I'm going out this morning to order the Pajero.
Thanks Robert.
Mitsubishi PS has permanent AWD if you want it. Absolutely incredible advantage, especially where we live in Snow country. Reviews very seldom mention it. Same with the Triton. No one mentions this tremendous AWD capability.
Driven a Pajero sport when I was visiting Melbourne a few years back...was impressed with it then and still do. Too bad at my part of the world now, they don’t have the Pajero sport for sale though...:(
The car taste of people is degrading..i have seen many people buying overpriced cars in our country...shame and a sad thing to see the good companies suffer
having driven both I can say toyota is more smoother and quiter, but they are both great. I am a proud owner of Pajero Sport 2021 4x4 right now, just clocked 20000km.. Its so great so comfortable for my long journeys.
Great review, I am looking at both vehicles as well as the Isuzu MUX. I think this review may have just swayed me towards the Pajero, the $10 -15K price difference is a big factor + now you get 10 years warranty!
I own a 94 pajero and I have to say, these suvs are built to last. I'm looking to upgrade to the 2020 model 😄
Mitsubishi...
This is not the pajero that you have it's completely unrelated
Good review. I have always wanted to see how the Pajero stacks up. The Mitsu is obviously the better buy. However, I have never liked the style of this current model. The rear end just looks too awkward and not cool. Resembles a Ssangyong style trend.
You appear to have forgotten one more safety feature of the PS... 4Hi can be used on tarmac for AWD safety.
I'm a Toyota Technician but i love the characteristics of Montero Sports than the Fortuner. 🔥
How reliable is Pajero sport compare to fortuner. Now the PS has an engine of 4n15 and its all made of aluminum.
Hey Carter, what is your take on LDV D90, should I go for it?
Fortuner very shakey
@@charlespatrickumoso2993 I'm no engineer but it's a pretty damn reliable engine. Easily get 200k+ out of that engine without any dramas
@@charlespatrickumoso2993 mitsubishi is indeed reliable. In fact, they are the first ever car manufacturer in the world. We have a neighbor who owns a toyota fortuner 2019 and he often experience problems with its transmission tho.
I looked at both models as I was looking to purchase a new vehicle, I chose the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. I have always bought Toyotas before but was disappointed with several aspects of the Fortuner. The side storage of the third row seat took up a lot of storage area and obstructed, the views out of the rear section. the third row in the Pajero folds down flat which is much more convenient and doesn't obstruct any line of sight. The Pajero Sport can be put in 4 wheel drive mode while on paved road when the conditions such as mud, rain and flooding makes its way on the road. I live in the country so this is very important. The tech in the Pajero Sport is much better overall than the Fortuner, this is both a positive and a negative as there is the possibility of having more electronics go wrong, but in this automotive day and age this may be a reality regardless of what new vehicle you own. I really hope that the next model of the Fortuner addresses these issues, but I am just one consumer and my concerns may not be the pathway for the Fortuner in the future but one can hope.
Hi @keone nunes. Which have the biggest space on the back? Pajero or fortuner?
@@umarasyrafu.a.6232 The Fortuner’s third row seats fold to the side and is fastened by a hook thereby limiting the useable area. The Pajero’s third row seats fold with the bottom seat folding forward and the back of the seat folding down leaving a flat large clear space. The second row seats can also be folded front to have a larger storage area, I’m not sure if the Fortuner does that. To be honest if the Toyota designed the third row storage differently it would be harder for me to make a decision on which to get as I have driven Toyota vehicles all my life.
Fortuner 2nd row is miles better than pajero
@@toprunner4806 the second row comfort may be better but it doesn’t outweigh the shortfalls of the third row storage, lack of 4 wheel drive on paved roads and the better tech availability of the Pajero sport. But I made those decisions based on my use, I like the look and feel of the Fortuner but could not purchase a vehicle with things that I felt was necessary lacking.
Pajero Sport for me.
Great review
Great review mate . We test drove the Pajero sport gsr model think we will get it . I didn’t even go to Toyota can’t afford one !
Great review and agree with you ,, Pajero Sport is excellent value and equally capable off road as Fortuna ,, Pajero Sport is the best buy
Should have mention the ability to drive in 4H on sealed roads as it's a huge advantage, like driving an all wheel drive. Especially on wet roads. But a great review very balanced and easy to watch.
I was expecting Ed to promote his new album atleast, but no luck... Anyway, good review, staright to the point, video is also stable and not causing concusion to the head. Power.
Btw, I have both 😉
For long distance, fortuner feels better than Pajero Sport (for driving experience, 1st row passenger, as well as 2md row passengers)
The fuel consumption also Fortuner has a better milleage.
Wow, thats really interesting about the fuel consumption
That is important information - thank you for sharing 👍🏻
Base on my experience, fortuner is not that comfortable especially the seats. It’s kinda hard which results to having back pain during the ride. It also gives more body roll. While on the other hand, pajero sports is more refined and it is very comfortable.
The both cars are the best sale in Indonesia. And thank for your complete review especially for sitting the third row. I hope the next review for car with 7 seats you try it the third rows.
You have put together a very interesting review, thanks. I would go for the Pajero Sport.
Pajero sport dude.... Always will be. Excellent review buddy!
Many thnx, this is a good video however i wish you have included a towing comparison - it would be very valuable to know
towing performance and car handling when loaded.
I ordered my Mitsi on Sunday, My reasons were Comfort, Forward collision Mitigation, location of cruise controls on steering wheel, Adaptive cruise control, 8 speaker stereo system, twin electric adjustable front seats, no silly rear folding seats but roomy enough for a stayover night mattress, 8 inch digital dash, No DPF issues like Toyota, the layout of the dash controls, plenty USB sockets but the biggest reason was the super select II 4 wheel drive system with the all time 4x4 for sealed roads! The only thing I don't like is the tail lights....Sorry Toyota!
The only terrible with Montero was the exterior design specially the back side and rear light.... i rather prefer the exterior of 2015 montero......
U like it now after 4 months? Thx in advance bro
How about bro the front signal light location..... it seems theyere hiding.
What can you say about the electronic hand brake?
Mitsubishi is softer smother nimble and agile. Where as Toyota has too much hard suspension and jerky 6 AT is sufficient to ruin the essence of 150 KW & 500NM. Why pay 15000 more. Mitsubishi wins
Whag about the new kia sorento 2021?
@@amrashraf9559 never buy a Kia. That simple a
I got Pajero sports black edition with white body in January this year ,I was looking at fortuner but for me the back seat fold down was the difference.
How's it been after a year? Looking at the new 2022 GSR model.
I own the previous Pajero sport. Very happy with it. Here in SA, every Tom, dick and harry has a fortuner. I just wanted to be different.
It’s a good thing!
I agree. 2019 PS.
I totally agree. Most of my business associates are driving Fortuners and Im sick of it already. lol
It's same everywhere in india I'm fed up of watching fortuner it's like every second suv is Fortuner
Waiting for *Pallisade* and *Telluride* launch in india
I'm from Colombia. I like Pajero more.
I wish Mitsubishi redesigned the rear of the Sport- looks odd that elongated shape and narrow...another 60mm width will fix this issue.
the spoiler fixes it too
lately its a mitsubishi thing i dunno why, they design weird rears..
Beautiful face with an ugly ass
I agree on the ugly ass... but the spoiler helps a lot! It is a shame that Tom did not picked up a Montero/Pajero with spoiler.
And also put some cladding or something on the wheel arches. Its so bland looking.
When it comes to japanese ppv/utes, you really don't have to pay the toyota tax to ensure you can use your car for 20+ years. Pick whichever among toyota/mitsubishi/isuzu offers the best package for the price, and make sure you religiously follow the maintenance intervals. That said, we got the pajero sport since it's comfortable and is incredibly more bang for buck when we got it in 2016.
Got my 2020 pajero sport in 3 months, i would say it is bloody good!!
Toyota is the best ever when it comes to toughness off the road and city driving realability aftersales
The 10 year warranty that Mitsubishi offers will just topple any competitors.
Pajero is looking much better then fortuner I loved it love From India❤️❤️❤️
En Colombia ambas son marcas muy conocidas y de gran calidad. Aunque tiene más preponderancia Toyota. Yo prefiero la Mistsubishi Pajero Sport me parece un mejor diseño exterior, el selector 4x4 más completo, el habitáculo más ergonómico. Creo que obtengo más por menos precio en la Pajero. Excelente reseña. Gracias.
Hi Tom, love your reviews.
Well presented, professional.
Pat.
Fortuner is much improved and a worthy choice for many... however, my Pajero Sport Exceed arrives in just two more weeks. I can't wait.
Pajero sport all the way! I had two of them and they handle better than any other comparable SUV!
Good luck with the resell price
hehe
Rather take the fortuner for reliability
@@Ford-Explorer606 I'm not sure if it is available in your country but the Fortuner still have the V6 petrol option of 1GR-FE engine from 2003 that is still in use, better than 2GR-FE and Land Cruiser has this option too
@@CarRevvedGaming we don't have fortuner in our country 😢
Instead we have ra4 and 4 runner and the land cruiser here and all of these vehicles have a v6 petrol engine. I myself own a 4 runner 2015 v6
Nice comparison review.👌🏻
Definitely the Pajero sport wins here in all aspect.🤩
I thought the ride comfort of the facelifted Fortuner improved already after Toyota installed a better torsion beam. Or maybe it was installed on the Legender variant only.
Hope you can check on this. Thanks. Stay safe.👍🏻
Pajero is nowhere as good offroad as the fortuner.
@@flyguy9404 Not sure how you arrive at that conclusion... most actual reviews off road have them pretty close. The PS offers better of road modes and electronic supports... the Fortuner better base capability with slightly better clearance, approach and departure angles. The Fortuner may be better overall but from all the reviews I have seen, it is fairly close.
@@flyguy9404hey toyota guy, just wanted to tell you that the Pajero Sport is way comfortable. Its totally family friendly. Never failed us. Can you imagine??? Pajero Sport helping a stuck Land Rover Defender? No way right?? 😅
I like the specific on the Mitsubishi Pajero sport as I has a 96 model Mitsubishi all the was
Mitsubishi has nailed it
Not really, fortuner is just overpriced and the top model could kill it specially the cheaper Patrol version which is not available in Australia unfortunately
Pajero is the one to go for value for money electronic hand break looks more upgraded than toyota still cheaper 10 k .
electronic hand brake? nah, i'd prefer manual handbrake, just what like scotty says..
Finally someone mentioned it
One of the most notable key features
@@amorsolo8242you must be old
Mitsubishi Pajero 👍
Nice watch. 👍 Oh and I like the windswept look of the Fortuner. But not the 7 seats, I really wish they'd make 7/8 seats an option on all these.
Perjuna my choice well finished and better looking car. I’ve had two through 5 year’s each and never had a. mechanical problem with either car. A through reliable car.
So when it’s gonna available in Australia than coz all i see is 2020 pajero sport??
Always Pajero sports for me 🙏
I have a 2016 Fortuner after getting stung by a lemon-flavoured Everest. The Pajero is great value for money, but what about after market 4x4 upgrades for offroad touring?
After doing two months of research I decided to buy Pajero Sports. Last week when I tried test drive, I was extremely disappointed with how small and narrow it was for my height I am 6'2. Then headed to Toyota to see the new Fortuner with little hope but within a minute I was sold. New facelift, tall and specious interior which gives you a proper 4x4 feeling unlike Pajero Sports feel like you are in a suzuki swift
Sam agreed. The cabin is quite cramped in the Pajero
Has he mentioned that the PS has variable valve timing (MIVEC) while the Fort has none?
I told you, Toyota is so good at being reliable but mediocre.
Good review. Very helpful. I like your cap. Go Wahoos!
Good comparison thanks
Value for Money is the Pajero which almost equals the Fortuner in all aspects especially the ride quality
Is pajero sport the same as montero sport?
Yes
Thank you very much for this comparison, even though I find it unfair to compare 2.8 diesel engine of Fortuner versus 2.4 for the Mitsubishi Pajero. Thanks
Gents, please do a review on 2022 GSR version. Had a tail gate issue recently and if possible discuss bit more regarding the catch-can installation (need or not) Thanks
Catch can might void your warranty. Proceed with caution if you decide to install one.
How did you not talk about the parking brakes!?
Pajero Sport despite ungainly styling wins clearly in this comparison - I do prefer the Everest to either if money no object
Thanks for supporting us respected sir.
.But sir its with only a 2.0 engine which is underpowered compared to the 3.2 litre engine. Maybe 2021 -22 Everest can change things
Although I generally like Toyota, but I will go with Pajero.
Same
The biggggeeessssttttt and only question,, How is drive comfort wise? Is it between Fortuner and Prado or equal to Prado?
Ok answered @ 16:40. The suspension is same as Fortuner but better than Fortuner but Prado is more comfortable.
Hi Tom. I love your work. We have an quote of the fortuner (GXL + Premium Interior) a grand cheaper than the quote pajero sport exceed. We might do a bit of towing - horse float etc. What would you choose when there is virtually no price difference? Thank you!
Just got my fortuner and loving it. For towing, I'd say more grunt is better for you and hence the fort would be your pick. On the flip side, some might say Psport's super select trany would be better for towing as it allows you to drive 4wd hi on tarmac road while the fort can't, on tarmac it's only on 2wd. All the best in choosing you next vehicle.
Love my Pajero!!!
Hey mate, are you able to do a comparison vid on the new fortuner and the MU-X?
Ambas camionetas 🛻 son hermosas... particularmente me inclino por la Montero Sport por tener ligeramente mejores materiales en el interior, la suspensión y la tercera fila de asientos.
Muy buen video.
Saludos desde Perú 🇵🇪
Así es 😃 le falta mejorar en ese sentido a la Fortuner considerando que en el mercado Peruano están casi al mismo precio las versiones más altas 😄 también me inclino por la Montero sport
No Navigation system ?
Can you lift up the front suspension like the older models
Mate any news if they going to bring the fortuner legender in Australia?
Tnx
Crusade remains the top spec here for now.
how does pajero behave on a speed of 100 kmh ? ?dies itnhave good handling?
Sheeran, what are you doing in Australia?
I drove both before choosing the Toyota. . I just liked the way it drove. . Now I've decked it out with a heap of mods the Love story is complete. . Awesome off road. . When you put her in 4WD she changes into a super strong mud chomping beastie ! !
We have fortuner and montero both love those car very reliable.
Pajero Sport! No doubt!
It's like you never watched the video
The Mitsubishi rear is hard to get pass... Had to look elsewhere.
Hope the fix it. The vehicle deserves better
I didn't know Ed Sheeran reviewed cars. Splendid job!
Now you know
I want to know the audio quality of Pajero Sports compared to the Fortuner
I hope i could have one in the future...
I too
Pajero Sport is the best 🔝🔝🔝🔝🔝
I have a pajero sport 10 years old and it's a better vehicle than my friends fortuner of the same year,more comfy,and the ride is smoother.l never liked the earlier models
Its taken years but now l feel you can trust the running gear more and the reliability.👍
I bought the pj sport deluxe. With the $ saved I'm buying a new outboard. Still have my 2007 paj vrx diesel. No brainer.
Reading the comments, it looks like 90% would take the Mitsubishi.
I would take the Toyota even though $10,000 more expecting to be able to keep 10 years and end up with less repair bills and depreciation than the Mitsubishi.
It's interesting to see that the creature comfort lists in these ute-based SUVs hasn't changed much from a decade ago. It's mostly connectivity and active safety that has but even then, we own an R51 Nissan Pathfinder that has most of the list from both of these covered in terms of its feature set and beats them both in terms of packaging.
I watched another review of the MU-X top specification as I had a keen interest in upgrading to one when we eventually want to upgrade but I was amazed that even a 2020 brand spanker that costs $60k on the road didn't have electric and heated front seats, dual zone climate, sunroof, etc and the usable space with all 7 seats in place was abysmal compared to the Pathfinder. I'm guessing with the Isuzu though you're paying more for the reliability of its drivetrain for which the reputation of the Nissan at the time was....not favourable, to put it lightly.
I do eagerly await the new MU-X though because the new D-Max looks to be a great platform for it. Hopefully Mazda introduces their own version of it based on the BT-50 but I doubt they will.
SICEM_Rex Mazda is indeed basing the new BT50 on the Isuzu. Pity they aren't going to make a wagon version of it though, something that would compete directly with the Everest
Always Mitsubishii Cars. I love Mitsubishi Cars! I used to own a Lancer, that was a dang! I am really looking for a Sedan/Hatchback from Mitsubishi in India.
I have the Cedia (2008) and the Pajero Sport (2018). Both the vehicles have never let me down in the worst of driving conditions. Sadly, the Cedia is getting a lot of attention from the police in Delhi due to the new NGT norms. Ergo, I shall have to part with it. I guess this car is the cleanest piece kept as stock in the country!
Great review but I missed cost to own comparison.If Fortuner sells for more as a used car proportionally to its purchase price then it will offset the 10k advantage Pajero has.
For me i ll go for Mitsubishi pajero
Shocked how you say that the Toyota corners better when here in the Philippines, the Montero Sport does that better. Maybe it has something to do about the suspension tuning. Good review tho!
Yeah, probably down to a bit of local calibration of the suspension and possibly some revisions to the facelifted Fortuner too.
Yeah, the updated Fortuner is still arriving here later this September. It's the best seller in our market due to being a bit more affordable than the Montero Sport here(yes, it's the opposite here in our country) but all local automotive journalists also point to the Mitsubishi as the better option always. How I wish our local version also had a cheaper pricetag than the Fortuner 😂
PH spec fortuner has 4link rear end vs 5link in australia :/
yeah proud owner of montero sport 2016 model...2.4 mevic kick his ass...from 2016 to 2020 fortuner make 3 engine d4d 3.0...2.8 and 2.5 to match the power of mevic...
Great review although i would have like more indepth of the 4wd systems...... i have a 2018 nissan patrol and was thinking of downsizing but i don't think either of these would be big enough, i guess i'll just have to keep the big banger...
The Fortuner is more moddable, has better low down torque, better traction control and is essentially a bit better out of the box offroad than that Pajero Sport. Also the Fortuner can handle the weight of a steel bullbar way better than a PS, even if you upgraded suspension on both and I've driven both BTW. You wouldn't really want to go tyres any bigger than 32" on the Fortuner although some have squeezed in 33's. I expect the PS to be similar, if not worse in that dept. Oh and i found visibility to be better out of the Fortuner to be better also, especially over the bonnet when picking lines.
Love our pajero sport - definitely miss the volume knob though! 😂.. Such a minor thing but it's really annoying lol.
A big reason I went PS was the super select for towing. You can instantly feel an increase in traction, and just feels much safer.
Knobs, manuals and non-electronic handbrakes are things of the past
We want "soft life"
I own a 2017 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and the newest model I think is nicer cause it offers all new features that the 2017 model don't have and in indonesia pajero sport don't have a power rear door even the newest one that Australia has
Enjoyed watching the Video Comparison. My favourite Is the Toyota as It looks more stylish than the Mitsubishi
Thanks for watching Jamie. Agreed that the facelift has helped the Fortuner's looks, and that the Pajero isn't especially beautiful from the back…
Pajero sport interior is so nice
what do you think of the top spec Pajero Sport compared to the fortuner? since it's still cheaper than the midspec option on the fortuner
Yeah, the Exceed is $60k driveaway and you do get some extra fruit - blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, a 360-degree camera, sat nav and a better stereo do count. For me, though, I reckon the GLS is a pretty great offer at under $53k driveaway if you don't need seven seats. I'm not sure I'd spend the extra seven grand.
Of your hair to splash 6k for the extra tech then go for it, the only item I would have liked in the exceed was the bullet in nav, and you get that with Android auto and Apple cart play.
Nathan Watts never seen a car nav unit that can compare with something like Google maps. Waze is also a great option.
They should all be wireless connections though
@@davgpol yeah but Android auto has loads of issues of your read the headlines. The tomtom displays on your instrument panel.
Pajero d best of space inside, comfortable
Would be nice for you to put up the spec numbers on the screen instead of just saying them out.
Don't like large SUVs but would choose the Mitsi.