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    1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

    The 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $28,990 for the Zr-1 variant and topping out at $75,800 for the GLS variant.

    There are 5 variants of the Pajero available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-1996.

    The 1997 Pajero was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Mitsubishi Pajero include 1.1L in-line 4-cylinder (59kW/98Nm), 2.8L in-line 4-cylinder (71kW/198Nm), 2.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (92kW/292Nm), 3.0L v6 (109kW/234Nm) and 3.0L v6 (133kW/255Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $28,990 - $75,800
    Transmission
    4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A
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    Retail Price
    $28,990 - $75,800
    Transmission
    4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

    Available Variants

    The Mitsubishi Pajero comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Zr-1 and the most expensive being GLS.

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    Power to Weight
    37.97 - 76.66 kW/t
    37.97 kW/t
    82.8 kW/t
    Boot Space
    330 - 1,050 litres
    309 litres
    1,058 litres
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
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    1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

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    1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

    Dimensions

    3,500 mm
    1,545 mm
    1,660 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length3,500 mm
    Overall Width1,545 mm
    Overall Height1,660 mm
    Wheelbase2,200 mm
    Turning Circle9,800 mm
    Load Capacity250 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mitsubishi Pajero is the Zr-1 variant that starts from $28,990.

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    The most expensive Mitsubishi Pajero is the GLS variant that starts from $75,800.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mitsubishi Pajero is 2500 kg offered by the following variants: SWB, GL, LWB and GLS.

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    The largest Mitsubishi Pajero is the GLS variant which measures 1785mm wide, 4725mm in length and sits 1870mm tall.

    The most powerful Mitsubishi Pajero is the GLS variant which has 133kW of power and 255nm of torque.

    The Mitsubishi Pajero is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Mitsubishi Pajero is the GLS variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2650 kg.

    The Mitsubishi Pajero may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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