A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
H6 PHEV starts ZAR 90,090 cheaperH6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · Pajero Sport from ZAR 789,990
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Maximum Power
268 kW
133 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
430 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Engine Size
1500 cc
2442 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
90.9 km/l
12.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
170 mm
218 mm
Boot / Load Bay
560 l
193 l
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
7
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
2080 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
H6 PHEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Pajero Sport.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
H6 PHEV
+26 pts
Efficiency
H6 PHEV
+47 pts
Safety
H6 PHEV
+18 pts
Practicality
Pajero Sport
+3 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Pajero Sport
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
H6 PHEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Pajero Sport
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2017
Generation
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Third-generation Pajero Sport, 2025 facelift
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
South African facelift launched in May 2025.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Current specification
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
SUV
Seven-seat ladder-frame SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1946 kg
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Vehicle Type
SUV
Passenger vehicle
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Length
4703 mm
4825 mm
Width
1886 mm
1815 mm
Height
1730 mm
1805 mm
Wheelbase
2738 mm
2800 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
218 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
68 l
Boot/Cargo Space
560 l
193 l
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2400 kg
2775 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
2850 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
-
695 kg
Number of Rows
-
3 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
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5.6 m
Front Headroom
-
1022 mm
Rear Headroom
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957 mm
Front Legroom
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1067 mm
Rear Legroom
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880 mm
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Front Suspension
Not Available
Double wishbone with coil spring
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Three-link rigid axle with coil spring
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Dual-zone
Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning
Power Windows
Not Available
Front and rear
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Charging
Standard
No
Sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
1445 l
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AC Type
Dual-zone
Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Dual-zone
-
Engine Warranty
5
-
Heads Up Display
Full-colour
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Air Conditioning
Dual-zone
Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Digital Speedometer
10.25-inch
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Load Bed Cover
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
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Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Manual Aircon
Dual-zone
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Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
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Sound System
9
6
Source Model Column
h6-phev
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Surround View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Yes
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trim Level
flagship
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Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
2.4-litre Intercooled Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
4N15
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Diesel
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2442 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
86 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
105.1 mm
Maximum Power
268 kW
133 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
430 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand, Rock
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
63.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
206.7 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
19.1 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
106 km
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Gearbox
Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Front-engine, selectable four-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Active Limited Slip Differential (brake control)
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Super Select 4WD-II
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Rear differential lock
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
3.692
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Floor-mounted selector
Drivetrain
4x2
4WD
4WD Engagement
Available
Selectable electronically
4WD Hi Range
Available
Yes
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Yes
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Rotary selector
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Yes
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Gearbox Type
Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
2.566
Low Range
Not Applicable
Yes
Axle Layout
Two-wheel drive
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
8
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Claimed Mileage
90.9 km/l
12.3 km/l
City Mileage
12.2 km/l
9.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.0 km/l
14.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
68 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
No
Real-world Mileage
90.9 km/l
12.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55
68
Combined Driving Range
Over 1000 km
84
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
868 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
781 km
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
7
ABS
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Not Available
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
No
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
AEB
Standard
No
BA
Not Available
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
EBD
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Not Available
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Yes
ABS EBD
Not Available
Yes
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
No
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Yes
360 Degree Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
No
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Park Assist
Not Available
No
Around View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
No
Emergency Braking
Standard
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Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
No
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Surround View Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Yes
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Heated Seats
Front
No
Ventilated Seats
Front
No
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
No
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
10.25-inch
-
Interior Colour Options
3
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Power adjustable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Manual adjustable
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Leather-appointed
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Infotainment System
Coffee OS
Smartphone-link Display Audio
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
Yes
Number of Speakers
9
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Colour multi-information display
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
Coffee OS
8-inch
Infotainment Display
Coffee OS
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Audio Speakers
9
6
Audio System
9
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Display Audio
Coffee OS
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Head Up Display
Full-colour
-
Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
8-inch
Multi Information Display
10.25-inch
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Connected Services
Wireless
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
-
Touchscreen
Coffee OS
8-inch
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
3
White Diamond, Graphite Grey Metallic, Sterling Silver Metallic, Jet Black Mica
Body Type
SUV
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Approach Angle
Not Available
30 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
24.2 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
700 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand, Rock
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Rear differential lock
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Super Select 4WD-II
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Breakover Angle
Not Available
23.1 deg
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
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Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Tyre Size
Not Available
265/60 R18
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full-size alloy
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
18-inch alloy
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electric parking brake
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
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Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 years / 150 000 km
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Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
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Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
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First Service At
5000
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Service Plan Duration
7 years / 75 000 km
5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years
-
Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
214 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Plug-in hybrid
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Fuel Octane Requirement
PHEV
-
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Idle CO2 Output
0
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
0
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
Pajero Sport
Ownership Role
Flagship
New vehicle sold through Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
Price Zar
749900 ZAR
904990 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Official South African recommended retail price
Starting Price
749900
904990
Starting Price Zar
749900
904990
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
H6 PHEV leads by 17 points
H6 PHEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Pajero Sport.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
65/100
Pajero Sport
Performance
72/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
71/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆GWM H6 PHEV
leads the catalogue index with 84 pts
vs 67 pts for Pajero Sport
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, H6 PHEV leads. However, Pajero Sport may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This H6 PHEV and Pajero Sport comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: H6 PHEV 98 vs Pajero Sport 72.
Efficiency index: H6 PHEV 96 vs Pajero Sport 49.
Safety-equipment index: H6 PHEV 90 vs Pajero Sport 72.
Practicality index: H6 PHEV 68 vs Pajero Sport 71.
Ownership-cover index: H6 PHEV 65 vs Pajero Sport not separately scored.
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