Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin is an attractive and reliable follower of the Pajero, which began to be produced earlier. It is smaller, more compact, but it also has certain advantages.
First models
In length, the Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin crossover, which was produced in the late 90s, is only 3,735 millimeters. In width, as well as in height - 1695 mm. The first versions were three-door, so it looked pretty good.
Under the hood of this car, it was decided to install a gasoline unit with direct fuel injection. The model of the first years of release was equipped exclusively with this engine. Its volume was 1.8 liters, and power - 120 horsepower. Thanks to such a motor, it reached a top speed of 168 km / h. By the way, the engine was driven by a 5-band “mechanics”. Although options were offered with INVECS-II “automatic machines”.
There were disc brakes on all wheels. Just ahead, they were still ventilated. It is also worth noting that the assembly was decided to organize in Italy.
The appearance of the five-door modification
A year after the debut of the Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin, it was decided to increase. So the idea came up to create a five-door version. Experts from the Pininfarina design studio also worked on its exterior. But not only the appearance has undergone changes.
Even under the hood of the five-door version, they began to put a 2-liter engine, which the developers equipped with direct fuel injection. Still, buyers could choose between “mechanics” and “automatic”.
The volume of the trunk has also increased significantly. And also there was a very spacious "underground". Its developers were divided into pockets with niches and closed with a plastic pallet.
It became more convenient and the driver's seat. The chair was equipped with additional adjustments to make it possible to quickly adjust its position. The devices are made in different designs, but all readings are easily read from them, and at any time of the day.
And on the center console there were three handles designed to control the microclimate and audio system with a CD player. You can also see the big screen there. On it you can see information about time, temperature overboard, radio waves and even trip computer readings.
Technical features
Now you can talk about what features the Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin has. Firstly, the suspension. It is very energy intensive and moderately tough, which contributes to comfortable driving and dynamic driving. Secondly, this car has a large ground clearance and an excellent transmission. Just like the senior "brother", the Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin can successfully cope with impassability. By the way, all-wheel drive can be connected on the go, right while driving, you will not even need to slow down. True, only as long as the car travels at a speed of less than 100 km / h. If the speedometer needle has crossed this mark, it is necessary to brake.
It is worth noting another interesting point. If the car is "ambushed" (for example, it gets stuck in a very deep hole), then a reduced gear with a locked clutch will come to the rescue. This is considered the most "difficult" mode.
And in all cases, a self-locking rear differential helps. It is he who does not allow the rear wheels to start moving with a slip. The Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin is one of the most useful features.
Further production
This car had very good equipment and increased safety. That is why the Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin reviews were mostly positive. Perhaps this fact inspired the developers to improve the model. In 2003, they began to be equipped with side and front airbags, as well as belt tensioners. In addition, the package also included air conditioning, equipped with a carbon filter, seat heating, central locking, audio system, alloy wheels, roof rails, as well as branded armchairs.
Last years
In 2006, the production of the model was completed. True, in 2005, people were actively buying updated cars. Cars of recent years are easily recognizable thanks to the chrome-plated logos of the company. Significantly undergone Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin tuning car. Silver roof rails appeared, side mirrors began to be painted in body color, and door handles were covered with chrome. Alloy wheels also appeared . Manufacturers even decided to expand the color scheme. A number has replenished with such a shade as “metallic blue”.
What about the characteristics? The 2005 model was equipped with a 114-horsepower 1.8-liter engine with manual transmission. There were both three- and five-door options. Still offered cars with 2-liter 129-horsepower GDI engines. True, only 5-door cars with an “automatic” were equipped with such units.
Models with a 1.8-liter engine had an all-wheel drive transmission Full Time 4WD. More powerful cars were equipped with multi-link Super Select 4WD-i.
Well, this car is quite reliable and practical. If a person needs a good inexpensive crossover, then he can make a choice in favor of this option. The price of the model in good condition, released in 2004, equipped with a 2-liter 129-horsepower engine, is approximately 400,000 rubles. And this is very modest in our time. The three-door version is cheaper, but not by much. 300-400 thousand rubles - this is the amount for which a person can really buy a reliable car that does not require investments.