Source type: Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs GWM Tank 500
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.
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Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
2.4L DI-DC 8-speed A/T 4X4 Exceed
Diesel
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 904,990
ex-showroom
⚡ 133 kW
🔧 430 Nm
⛽ 12.3 km/l
VS
GWM Tank 500
3.0T Hi4-T Luxury
Plug-in Hybrid
9-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,149,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 340 kW
🔧 750 Nm
⛽ 40 km/l
＋
Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs GWM Tank 500: the short answer
Tank 500 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Pajero Sport.
Pajero Sport starts ZAR 359,910 cheaper
Pajero Sport from ZAR 789,990 · Tank 500 from ZAR 1,149,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Pajero Sport133 kW @ 3500 rpm | Tank 500340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Pajero Sport430 Nm @ 2500 rpm | Tank 500750 Nm |
| Engine Size | Pajero Sport2442 cc | Tank 5002999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Pajero Sport12.3 km/l | Tank 50040 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Pajero Sport218 mm | Tank 500224 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
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
Specification evidence leader
Tank 500
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 Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Pajero Sport
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Tank 500
- 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
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2017 | 2025 |
| Generation | Third-generation Pajero Sport, 2025 facelift | First generation Tank 500, launched globally in 2023 and brought to South Africa in 2025. Local specification leans toward maximum equipment loading and softer suspension calibration versus the Chinese-domestic version. |
| Facelift History | South African facelift launched in May 2025. | Recently launched into the SA market in 2025; no facelift to date. Software updates expected to refine hybrid system behaviour and adaptive air suspension calibration based on early SA fleet feedback. |
| Facelift Launched Since | Current specification | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Seven-seat ladder-frame SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger vehicle | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Cosmos Grey, Atlantic Blue and Adventure Olive Green. Two-tone roof options available with selected base colours. |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 2680 kg |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4825 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width | 1815 mm | 1996 mm |
| Height | 1805 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 218 mm | 224 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 190 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 193 l | 580 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2080 kg | 2680 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2775 kg | 3200 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 695 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 2850 kg | 3000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 3 rows | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.6 m | 13 m |
| Front Headroom | 1022 mm | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 957 mm | 960 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1067 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 880 mm | 890 mm |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4-litre Intercooled Turbocharged Diesel | 3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Code | 4N15 | GW4C30D |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 2442 cc | 2999 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 16 | 24 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Common Rail Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 86 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 105.1 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 133 kW @ 3500 rpm | 340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 430 Nm @ 2500 rpm | 750 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 320 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 750 Nm |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.8 sec | 4.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 18.3 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand, Rock | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Yes |
| Rev Limiter | 4500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 63.9 kW/tonne | 119.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 206.7 Nm/tonne | 279.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 27 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | 135 km |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine, selectable four-wheel drive | Front Engine All Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Active Limited Slip Differential (brake control) | Yes |
| Transfer Case | Super Select 4WD-II | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Rear differential lock | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.692 | 3.73 |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Floor-mounted selector | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | All Wheel Drive (Hi4-T Hybrid) |
| 4WD Engagement | Selectable electronically | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Yes | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Yes | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Rotary selector | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Yes | Yes |
| Front Differential Lock | No | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | 8-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | 2.566 | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x4 | AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 9 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 14.7:1 |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Reverse Gear Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 12.3 km/l | 40 km/l |
| City Mileage | 9.9 km/l | 28.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 14.2 km/l | 47.6 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 l | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 12.3 km/l | 40 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 68 | 80 |
| Combined Driving Range | 84 | 135 |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | 868 km | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | 781 km | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Filler Cap | - | Lockable |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | 8 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| AEB | No | Yes |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Yes | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Tracking System | - | Optional |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Yes | Front and Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Park Assist | No | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Yes |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | Yes |
| Attention Assist | - | Yes |
| Auto Park Assist | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front and Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front and Rear |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Nappa Leather |
| Heated Seats | No | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather Wrapped |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Power adjustable | 12-Way Electric |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual adjustable | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Leather-appointed | Nappa Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1520 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1480 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Yes |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Yes |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | - | Folding with storage |
| Armrest Rear | - | Centre folding with cupholders |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 780 |
| Cargo Net | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Quilted Nappa leather upholstery. 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. Full digital instrument cluster with multi-display configurations. Head-up display. Ventilated and heated front |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | - | LED |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black with silver accents |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Nappa Leather |
| Massage Seat Front | - | Yes |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Entertainment | - | No |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | - | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Heating Rear | - | Yes |
| Seat Ventilation Rear | - | Yes |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 0 |
| Third Row Seats | - | No |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and rear | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | Yes |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| AC Type | Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning | Yes |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 780 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 780 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Yes |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Yes |
| Boot Opener | - | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 3 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.38 |
| Driver Display | - | Digital |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 2.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Yes |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Yes | Yes |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 |
| Rear Wing | - | Integrated Spoiler |
| Remote Engine Start | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | - | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Seat Type | - | High Bolster Sports Seat |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Full-size alloy | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Progressive |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 340 sec |
| Active Safety Alert | - | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning | Yes |
| Ambient Light Zones | - | Multi-zone |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | Yes |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Full-length with storage |
| Coat Hooks Rear | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Cornering Lights | - | Yes |
| Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Difflock | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Door Sill Trim | - | Aluminium |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electric |
| Follow Me Home Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Front Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Variable intermittent |
| Glove Box | - | Lockable illuminated |
| Grab Handles Rear | - | Yes |
| Headrest Front | - | Adjustable |
| Headrest Rear | - | Adjustable |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Horn Type | - | Electric |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | - | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | - | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Oil Pressure Warning | - | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Pedal Covers | - | Aluminium-style |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Front | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Yes |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Yes |
| Refrigerated Console | - | Yes |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rev Counter | - | Yes |
| Rim Size | 18-inch alloy | 22 |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Front and Rear |
| Sound System | 6 | 12 |
| Source Model Column | - | tank-500 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Sunvisors | - | Dual with vanity mirrors |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Temperature Gauge | - | Yes |
| Three Zone Climate | - | Yes |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | Yes |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Receiver hitch compatible |
| TPMS | No | Yes |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Welcome Lighting | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Smartphone-link Display Audio | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 12 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Colour multi-information display | Yes |
| USB Ports | Front and rear | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 8-inch | Yes |
| Touchscreen | 8-inch | Yes |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 8-inch | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 14.6-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 12 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Head Up Display | - | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | White Diamond, Graphite Grey Metallic, Sterling Silver Metallic, Jet Black Mica | 6 |
| Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Yes |
| Body Cladding | - | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Metal Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Overhang | - | 880 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 890 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Metal Roof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 30 deg | 33 deg |
| Departure Angle | 24.2 deg | 28 deg |
| Wading Depth | 700 mm | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand, Rock | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Rear differential lock | Yes |
| 4WD System Type | Super Select 4WD-II | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | 23.1 deg | 22 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Yes |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 33 deg |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | 22 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 28 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 280 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 224 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Front | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Yes |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Yes |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 800 mm |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 265/60 R18 | 285/45R22 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-size alloy | Yes |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18-inch alloy | 22 |
| Handbrake Type | Electric parking brake | Electronic parking brake |
| Wheel Type | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 308 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 292 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 114 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | V |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size alloy | Yes |
| Tyre Type | - | Highway All-Terrain |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 18-inch alloy | 22 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Spare Wheel Location | - | Under vehicle / boot floor |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Alloy |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Wheel Cover | - | Alloy |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | - | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 22 |
| Wheels | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone with coil spring | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension | Three-link rigid axle with coil spring | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Front Track Width | - | 1560 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1570 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Air Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Hydraulic |
| Air Suspension | - | Yes |
| Air Suspension Modes | - | 5 |
| Chassis Material | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Front Suspension Type | Double wishbone with coil spring | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension Type | Three-link rigid axle with coil spring | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Hydraulic |
| Suspension | - | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 214 g/km | 58 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Plug-In Hybrid AWD (Hi4-T) |
| Noise Level | - | Low |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 95 Octane Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | No |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 5/5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 58 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | EVAP Canister |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 58 |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Included in Service Plan |
| Battery Warranty | - | 8 Years / 160,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 7.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km |
| First Service At | - | 5000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | 110A |
| Service Intervals | - | 10000 |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | New vehicle sold through Mitsubishi Motors South Africa | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 904990 ZAR | 1149900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Official South African recommended retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 904990 | 1149900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 904990 | 1149900 |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 3 years / 100,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 3 years / 100,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 years / 100,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 6 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years / 100,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Spec | Pajero Sport | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 3.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 3.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 5.5 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Pajero Sport and Tank 500 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: Pajero Sport 65 vs Tank 500 100.
Efficiency index: Pajero Sport 49 vs Tank 500 97.
Safety-equipment index: Pajero Sport 72 vs Tank 500 100.
Practicality index: Pajero Sport 71 vs Tank 500 83.
Ownership-cover index: Pajero Sport not separately scored vs Tank 500 65.
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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Specification Evidence Index
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-index readout
Tank 500 leads by 25 points
Tank 500 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Pajero Sport.
Evidence leader
90
/100
Lead
25
points
Data
96%
source coverage
90
#1
Evidence leader
Tank 500
96% source coverage
4 strong categories
Best at
Performance 100
Check
Ownership 65
Performance
100
Efficiency
97
Safety
100
Practicality
83
Ownership
65
Leads by 25 points
65
#2
Pajero Sport
83% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 72
Check
Efficiency 49
Performance
65
Efficiency
49
Safety
72
Practicality
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Tank 500 +35
Efficiency
Tank 500 +48
Safety
Tank 500 +28
Practicality
Tank 500 +12
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tank 500
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
97/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
83/100
Ownership
65/100
Pajero Sport
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
GWM Tank 500
leads the specification evidence index with 90 pts
vs 65 pts for Pajero Sport
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tank 500 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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Pajero Sport vs Tank 500 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
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.