A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
GWM P500 vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport: the short answer
P500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Pajero Sport remains close.
Pajero Sport starts ZAR 9,910 cheaperP500 from ZAR 799,900 · Pajero Sport from ZAR 789,990
Five key differences
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Specification
P500
Pajero Sport
Maximum Power
P500255 kW
Pajero Sport133 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
P500648 Nm
Pajero Sport430 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Engine Size
P5002000 cc
Pajero Sport2442 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
P50010.2 km/l
Pajero Sport12.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
P500224 mm
Pajero Sport218 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
P500
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Pajero Sport
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
P500
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Pajero Sport
Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2017
Generation
Current South African P500 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
Double-cab pickup
SUV
Body Type Cab
Pickup
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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: 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
Pickup
Seven-seat ladder-frame SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2761 kg
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Vehicle Type
Pickup
Passenger vehicle
Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Length
5445 mm
4825 mm
Width
1991 mm
1815 mm
Height
1924 mm
1805 mm
Wheelbase
3350 mm
2800 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
224 mm
218 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
68 l
Kerb Weight
2810 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3495 kg
2775 kg
Payload Capacity
685 kg
695 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
2850 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
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190 mm
Boot/Cargo Space
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193 l
Number of Rows
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3 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
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5.6 m
Front Headroom
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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
P500
Pajero Sport
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Front Suspension
Not Available
Double wishbone with coil spring
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Three-link rigid axle with coil spring
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Not Available
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
Not Available
No
Sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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AC Type
Not Available
Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Engine Warranty
5
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Fuel Consumption Combined
9.8
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Performance Data Logger
Not Available
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Rev Matching
Not Available
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Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Voice Command
Standard
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Diff Lock
Rear differential lock
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Difflock
Rear differential lock
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Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Sound System
10-speaker premium audio
6
Source Model Column
p500
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
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Towbar
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
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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
P500
Pajero Sport
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
2.4-litre Intercooled Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
4N15
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Diesel
Hybrid System
Self Charging Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2000 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
255 kW
133 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
648 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
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
11.8 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
18.3 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand, Rock
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
63.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
206.7 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
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
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
P500
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
Rear differential lock
Rear differential lock
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
3.692
Number of Gears
9
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Floor-mounted selector
Drivetrain
Not Applicable
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
Standard
Yes
Axle Layout
Not Applicable
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
Transmission Speeds
9
8
Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Claimed Mileage
10.2 km/l
12.3 km/l
City Mileage
8.2 km/l
9.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
11.9 km/l
14.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 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
10.2 km/l
12.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
68
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
84
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
868 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
781 km
Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Airbags
Front dual, front side, curtain and front centre 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
Not Available
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
P500
Pajero Sport
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
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
Not Available
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
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
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
No
Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
No
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Interior Colour Options
3
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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 P500 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
P500
Pajero Sport
Infotainment System
SYNC
Smartphone-link Display Audio
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Number of Speakers
10-speaker premium audio
6
Navigation System
Standard
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Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Colour multi-information display
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear
Voice Recognition
Standard
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Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
8-inch
Audio Speakers
10-speaker premium audio
6
Audio System
10-speaker premium audio
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Infotainment Screen
SYNC
8-inch
Connected Services
SYNC
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Voice Control
Standard
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Touchscreen
SYNC
8-inch
Spec
P500
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
Pickup
-
Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Spec
P500
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
Rear differential lock
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
224 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
224 mm
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Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Spec
P500
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
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electric parking brake
Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Service Interval
10000
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Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 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
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals
Service Plan Distance
5 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
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals
Service Intervals
10000
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Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
214 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Hybrid
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Hybrid
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Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Idle CO2 Output
0
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CO2 Emissions G Km
0
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Spec
P500
Pajero Sport
Ownership Role
Flagship
New vehicle sold through Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
Price Zar
999900 ZAR
904990 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Official South African recommended retail price
Starting Price
999900
904990
Starting Price Zar
999900
904990
In depth: how these cars differ
This P500 and Pajero Sport comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: P500 98 vs Pajero Sport 65.
Efficiency index: P500 50 vs Pajero Sport 49.
Safety-equipment index: P500 88 vs Pajero Sport 72.
Practicality index: P500 79 vs Pajero Sport 71.
Ownership-cover index: P500 65 vs Pajero Sport not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
P500 leads by 14 points
P500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Pajero Sport remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
P500
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
79/100
Ownership
65/100
Pajero Sport
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM P500
leads the specification evidence index with 79 pts
vs 65 pts for Pajero Sport
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, P500 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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Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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