Verdict
The Mitsubishi Pajero costs RM291,178, RM95,298 more than the RM195,880 Toyota Fortuner, and its annual road tax is RM2,965 against RM754. That premium brings a 247 hp 3.8-litre V6, 500-litre boot and a far richer cabin, including 12 speakers, rear monitor and reverse camera. The Fortuner counters with 400 Nm from 1,600 rpm versus 329 Nm, a six-speed automatic and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. For a Malaysian buyer watching ownership costs, the Toyota is the rational choice; the Pajero suits those who need its extra luggage space and equipment.
Pick the Mitsubishi Pajero if you want 247 hp, a 500-litre boot and features such as xenon lamps, a sunroof and reverse camera.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you want to save RM95,298 upfront, pay RM2,211 less annual road tax and have 400 Nm from 1,600 rpm.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Pajero RM291,178; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Annual road tax: Mitsubishi Pajero RM2,965; Toyota Fortuner RM754.
- Power and torque: Mitsubishi Pajero 247 hp and 329 Nm; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp and 400 Nm.
- Boot space: Mitsubishi Pajero 500 litres; Toyota Fortuner 200 litres.
- Transmission: Mitsubishi Pajero five-speed automatic; Toyota Fortuner six-speed automatic.
- Warranty: Mitsubishi Pajero three years/100,000 km; Toyota Fortuner five years/unlimited mileage.
Pajero
- 247 hp 3.8-litre V6
- 500-litre boot
- Xenon projectors, sunroof and reverse camera
- RM95,298 higher purchase price
- RM2,211 higher annual road tax
- 329 Nm trails the Fortuner's 400 Nm
Fortuner
- 400 Nm arrives at 1,600 rpm
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Keyless start, Bluetooth and Qi wireless charger
- 200-litre boot is 300 litres smaller
- 148 hp is 99 hp down on the Pajero
- Halogen headlamps and no reverse camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM291,178 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,965 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve SOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 3,828 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 247 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 148 hp at 3,400 rpm |
| Torque | 329 Nm at 2,750 rpm | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 6 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 95 mm × 90 mm | 92 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | INVECS-II with Sport Mode | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,900 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,250 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 88 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/65R18 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/65R18 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Xenon Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Middle Row 60:40 Split Folding, Third row removable | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map, Room, Reading, Ambient Lamps | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | Touchscreen Radio CD/MP3 Player, Rockford Fosgate Audio System with Amp and 12 speakers, 9" Rear Monitor with 2 Wireless Headphones | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Pajero & Fortuner for sale
Pajero vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Pajero or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Fortuner is the better buy for lower purchase and road-tax costs, 400 Nm of torque and a longer warranty. Choose the Pajero only if its 247 hp output, 500-litre boot and substantially broader equipment list matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Pajero costs RM291,178 and the Toyota Fortuner costs RM195,880, so the Pajero is RM95,298 more expensive.
Which has more boot space?
The Mitsubishi Pajero has a 500-litre boot, compared with 200 litres in the Toyota Fortuner. That is a 300-litre advantage for the Pajero.
