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Welcome to the 250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Comparison for 2025. As per usual we are doing a series of the new Landcruiser Prado vs the rest of the world comparisons. Hopefully it is give you some useful information on your research to find a new SUV for you garage or driveway. Traditional 4WD vehicles in general have been off trend and replaced by soft roads in all the class sizes. Both the Prado and Pajero Sport are two of the few models that are classed as genuine durable off road 4WD. So how do they compare and which one is the better one to buy?
250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport exterior design: Whilst the Pajero Sport has been on sale in it’s current design for approximately 8 years it hasn’t really dated due to its forward thing original design. We like the look and regard it highly but it may not be to everyone’s taste. In comparison the new Prado is clearly a combination of past Toyota 4WD designs in particular the recently discontinued FJ Cruiser. While the overall design is nothing new it has enough evolution of design language to look new.
250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport interior : The interiors are the most telling on the age of the design. The Pajero Sport is a aged design look and ambience but its does have all the features you’d want in 2025 but it’s just doesn’t look flashy and no you wouldn’t buy the Pajero Sport for it’s interior design. The interior is smaller as it is based on the outgoing Triton use. The Prado is very 2025 looks and feels great to be in as per every other Prado interior.
250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport engines and technology : The Prado has a hybrid engine but with a diesel engine which is great but unique at this int in time. It does not result in amazing fuel consumption figures as per Toyota’s petrol versions but this is the 1st gen after all. In comparison the Pajero Sport only has a shared turbo diesel with the old Triton. It’s not bad but engine but it’s not a power house either but it is zippy thanks to being relatively light weight at under 2 tons. Neither has interesting tech worth writing about.
The conclusion and winner of the 250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is the Pajero Sport. Although they are not direct competitors the reason why the Pajero Sport is the better choice is the price difference. If you intend to go off road the 20K between the entry level Pajero Sport and the Prado is hard to justify and the 30K difference between the top rangers even more so.
| Land Cruiser Prado *250 series | Mitsubishi Pajero Sport |
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| Engines | |
| 1GD-FTV + Hybrid – IL4 Diesel Turbo-charged – Inter-cooler Direct Injection – Common Rail 2.8 Litre (2755cc) Claimed 150Kw @ 3000RPM Claimed 500Nm @ 1600-2800RPM Electric Motor: 8Kw and 65Nm |
4 Cylinder turbo diesel 2.4 Litre (2199cc) DOHC DI CR Claimed 133Kw @ 3500RPM Claimed 430Nm @ 250RPM |
| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 2450Kg Towing capacity up to 3500Kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1950Kg Towing capacity up to 2200Kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 110 litres IL4 Diesel 7.6 litres per 100km 17 litre adblue |
Up to 71 litres V6 Petrol 10.7 litres per 100km (Auto) IL4 Diesel 7.3 litres per 100km (Auto) |
| Other specifications | |
| 8 speed Auto Overall height/width 1925/1980 Overall length/wheelbase 4990/2850 4WD system: AWD or 4WD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 |
8 speed Auto Overall height/width 1750/1975 Overall length/wheelbase 4980/2900 4WD system: FrontWD or AWD on Demand NCAP safety rating 5/5 |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max 4WD system: AWD with low range |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Min ground clearance 203mm Water Fording depth xxxmm Max |
| Performance | |
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| Pricing | |
| 2024 $72,500 – 99,990 AUD 2018 $53,990 – 84,490 AUD 2019 $53,490 – 84,119 AUD 2017 $55,990 – 84,490 AUD 2015 $55,990 – 84,490 AUD 2014 $55,990 – 92,120 AUD 2013 $55,990 – 92,990 AUD 2012 $55,990 – 91,990 AUD |
2025 $54,000 – 68,000 AUD 2019 $46,000 – 54,200 AUD 2017 $45,000 – $49,990 AUD |
| *Specs change due to model grade and configuration. Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change! | |