The Mitsubishi Pajero 2 car has become one of the most famous SUVs of the nineties. For off-road enthusiasts in Russia, this car has become a reliable assistant in any difficult situation on rough terrain. The jeep, of which one can undoubtedly be called, showed great “obstinacy” and a tough disposition. Literally at the end of 2015, the fourth generation of the Pajero appeared on the Russian market. But if the budget is limited and the choice concerns a used SUV, then you can buy a Pajero 2 with a calm mind. You should study the technical parts of the car to understand why it has earned great attention and respect from fans of "off-road" even in urban environments.
The history of the appearance of the model
The second generation "Pajero" was released in 1991, in the same year, sales began. After six years of successful sales, not only in the home of Mitsubishi, in Japan, but also in the USA and Europe, the generation went through a deep restyling in 1997, after which it was released for another two years. However, after the cessation of production in Japan, marked by the release of the third generation, “Pajero 2” for several more years was produced at factories in India and the Philippine Islands.
Bodywork and exterior design
For a decade, the SUV was produced in several body styles, namely in the three-door and five-door. The three-door version, in turn, could be produced in a modification with a soft roof called Canvas Top. The last variation is very difficult to find at the moment in good condition, given the age of the model.
If you look at the “Pajero 2”, a photo of which can be seen in this article, it can hardly be said that this model is already more than twenty years old. Plus, the second generation of the SUV is not much different from the fourth in appearance and looks quite impressive and brutal. Of course, the Pajero cannot be compared with the luxurious Lincoln Navigator and the elite Nissan Navara. But in any case, the exterior is made in fairly strict proportions, and off-road qualities are almost impossible to hide behind a powerful body.
Salon
It’s easy to surprise the owner of any modern SUV with the Pajero 2 interior, since everything doesn’t look quite usual because of its orientation on off-road driving. On the central panel there is a podium with three devices, namely: a thermometer, a tilt meter and an altimeter. Thanks to these devices, you can safely go on any off-road. A considerable plus is the review, which the Japanese realized thanks to the large glazing area, and a high landing, which allows you to control everything around visually from a considerable height.
It is worth mentioning that the comfort in the salon "Pajero 2" is up to standard. The front seats have armrests for convenience, and in the five-door versions there is an autonomous stove for heating passengers at the rear. In addition, there are versions with a third row of seats, which will allow transporting a larger number of passengers. Of course, the convenience of those sitting in the third row is a big question, but the fact remains - capacity at altitude. The tailgate opens in the horizontal plane due to the spare wheel, which is mounted on the outside, and the luggage compartment volume may vary depending on the model and modification.
MMS "Pajero 2": engine characteristics
The second generation “Pajero” received a huge line of powertrains, both gasoline and diesel. Gasoline power plants can be found in volumes from 2.4 to 3.5 liters with a capacity of 103 to 280 liters. from. Diesel units are less diverse and are represented by a line from 2.5 to 2.8 liters with a peak power of 103 to 125 liters. from.
The most successful gasoline engine had a volume of 3.5 liters and helped to disperse the Pajero to the coveted “hundred” in less than 10 seconds. The maximum speed in this configuration was 185 km / h, and the average fuel consumption was kept at around 14 liters. If we talk about "diesels", the turbo engine with a volume of 2.5 liters had the best performance. Of course, there was not much maximum speed and acceleration dynamics (150 km / h and 16.5 seconds, respectively), but then the fuel consumption indicator (11 liters per 100 km) and high torque did their job off-road.
Transmission
The second generation "Pajero" was marked by the release of a proprietary all-wheel drive system, called Super Select 4WD. The main feature was the ability to constantly drive in four-wheel drive mode. It was also possible to move only in rear-wheel drive mode. The special features of the “transfer” was the possibility of locking the center differential in 4WD mode and connecting a lower gear. At that time, the Super Select system was innovative and that is why it was installed only in expensive versions of the SUV. The cheaper versions received a simple Part Time 4WD system, which did not have a differential lock mode. That is why constant driving in 4x4 mode was harmful to the car.
The most expensive and “top-end” configurations were also equipped with an automatic transmission, which, in turn, had several modes to simplify driving in different conditions. Normal mode allowed you to move on smooth roads with a good grip and a dry canvas. In Power mode, the “machine” began to accelerate and shift gears a little faster. In the most useful Hold mode, the car without other intervention could overcome difficult snowy and icy areas due to smooth gear shifting and the ability to start from second gear.
Chassis
The Mitsubishi Pajero 2 received an interesting suspension system: the springs were used at the rear and the suspension was dependent, while the front used an independent torsion bar suspension. This option allowed to achieve great smoothness when driving on the road, and it is worth noting that the system has paid off. The quick stop of a multi-ton machine is due to the sufficiently large and strong disc brakes, and safety is enhanced by airbags, ABS and a powerful impenetrable body.
In the end, I want to add that if you need a comfortable car with increased cross-country ability and optimal capacity, then, undoubtedly, the best option is Pajero 2. Reviews about this car can only be found positive. A “downed” and practically rotting body, a very durable suspension and a comfortable interior are noted - all that is needed for comfortable movement under any conditions of rough terrain and even in the city.