Mitsubishi Pajero Problems

The lack of performance suggests it could be in ‘limp home’ mode. Have a mechanic do a diagnostic check on it.

It’s likely to be a problem with the actuation system for the front diff, such as the solenoids, vacuum line, actuator, or the sensor in the diff.

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Take it back again and tell them their lubrication didn’t fix it. Lubrication is only a temporary fix; it’s not something that will work long term. Ask them to have another go at it.

If you don’t feel you’re getting any satisfaction, go directly to Mitsubishi (1300 13 12 11) and lodge a warranty claim for a lasting repair.

You’ve pretty much covered the field there, so it should come down to what you want from your car. Do you want comfort, safety, fuel efficiency, offroad capability, cabin space? If you are mostly driving on the highway, then a diesel SUV is probably the best bet. I would rule out a dual-cab ute because of comfort, unless you need the flexibility a ute gives you. I would rule out a hybrid, they’re not at their most efficient on the highway; they’re better suited to town use. Based on your annual mileage I wouldn’t keep the car any more than 3-4 years, that way you’ll have a decent resale value when you get out of it.

Take it to a Mitsubishi dealer, or a reputable automatic transmission specialist to have it checked. It could be the computer controlling the auto, but you need a specialist to check it for you.

The engine light is telling you that there is a problem, and the diagnostic check indicated it was a problem with the DPF, which needs replacing or cleaning.

It’s not covered by the warranty, as it’s a normal wear-and-tear item. On the surface it doesn’t appear that you are being unfairly treated.

It’s not possible to say with any degree of accuracy, but I wouldn’t want to be relacing bushes before 200,000 km.

I don’t believe that what you want is out there, and can only reiterate past advice, buy a Patrol/Pajero/Prado/LandCruiser.