Mitsubishi Pajero first generation
The Mitsubishi Pajero first generation (1984–1991): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States.
Model codes: L040, L140 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3,995–4,650 mm |
| Width | 1,679–1,692 mm |
| Height | 1,839–1,890 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,350–2,695 mm |
| Performance | |
| Torque | 236–240 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
59 complaints for model years 1986–1991. 5 crashes · 4 fires · 3 injuries
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 9 versions of the Mitsubishi Pajero first generation
United States 9 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–2000(FFS) · V6-SOHC (FFS) · V6-SOHC-2 (FFS) and 3 more trims | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1989–1991(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 g/km |
| 1987–1990(FFS) | 2.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1987–1988(FFS) | 2.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 g/km |
| 1985–1986(FFS) | 2.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1984–1986(CAL)(FFS) · (FFS) CA model · (FFS) | 2.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1985(CAL)(FFS) | 2.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1984 | 2.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1984(CAL)(FFS) · (FFS) CA model | 2.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.