Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 2.5 TD GLS Challenger 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Imported from Ireland, my UK spec Pajero Sport cost £4K less than the equivalent Shogun Sport. Felt as though I got a lot of metal for my money, but was generally disappointed at equipment level.
Costs
Crippling running costs mean I'm parting with this vehicle prematurely. It's thirsty and requires servicing every 6500miles. It's also hard to find reasonable insurance due to its imported status.
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On the road
Driving
Enjoyed commanding driving position, comfortable seating, precise gearshift and minimal body roll. Didn't enjoy unsettled ride over poor surfaces and felt cruising would have been improved by 6th gear.
Performance
Gutless between 30 & 50mph, adequate torque for overtaking below 80mph. Towed Grand Cherokee as though it wasn't there. Thirsty, hi-revving diesel only returned 25mpg at best. Seemed unstoppable off-road.
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Living with it
Reliability
Oil warning light alerted me to engine oil having 'evaporated' shortly after I acquired vehicle. Was promptly filled up and hasn't happened since. Nothing else has gone wrong.
Image
Smart looking, imposing vehicle. Draws many admiring glances and frightens old ladies.
Comfort
Plenty of passenger and luggage space, though I missed not having a footrest next to clutch. Cabin could be a noisy place at times what with various rattles, squeaks and the roar from the engine.
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Security and Service
Security
Pathetic. Only an immobiliser fitted as standard - doors not even equipped with deadlocks I'm told. Had to have Thatcham approved alarm fitted as term of insurance. Another expense.
Service
Mitsubishi UK dealers seemed upset at my buying an Irish import. They took every opportunity to 'slag off' my vehicle, "Pajeros have no rust proofing - only Shoguns do, etc".
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Apart from engine oil episode mentioned above, it's been fine.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes