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Decision summary
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Ford Tourneo Custom: the short answer
Pajero Sport and Tourneo Custom are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Pajero Sport starts ZAR 285,510 cheaperPajero Sport from ZAR 789,990 · Tourneo Custom from ZAR 1,075,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Maximum Power
Pajero Sport133 kW @ 3500 rpm
Tourneo Custom125 kW
Maximum Torque
Pajero Sport430 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Tourneo Custom390 Nm
Engine Size
Pajero Sport2442 cc
Tourneo Custom1996 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Pajero Sport12.3 km/l
Tourneo Custom13.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
Pajero Sport218 mm
Tourneo Custom130 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
2.4L DI-DC 8-speed A/T 4X4 Exceed
Hagalu editorial rating
4.3/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
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
Specification evidence leader
Tourneo Custom
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Pajero Sport
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Tourneo Custom
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Model Introduced Year
2017
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Third-generation Pajero Sport, 2025 facelift
Current South African Tourneo Custom listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
South African facelift launched in May 2025.
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
Current specification
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
MPV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Seven-seat ladder-frame SUV
Passenger van
Vehicle Type
Passenger vehicle
MPV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Wheelbase Type
-
Short wheelbase
Tare Mass Kg
-
Kerb not published; GVM 3200 kg
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Length
4825 mm
5050 mm
Width
1815 mm
2032 mm
Height
1805 mm
1979 mm
Wheelbase
2800 mm
3100 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
218 mm
130 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
190 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
68 l
50 l
Boot/Cargo Space
193 l
482 l
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
1559 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2775 kg
3200 kg
Payload Capacity
695 kg
454 kg
Towing Capacity
2850 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
8 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
5.6 m
Front Headroom
1022 mm
996 mm
Rear Headroom
957 mm
957 mm
Front Legroom
1067 mm
1048 mm
Rear Legroom
880 mm
890 mm
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Engine
2.4-litre Intercooled Turbocharged Diesel
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
4N15
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2442 cc
1996 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
15.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
86 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
105.1 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
133 kW @ 3500 rpm
125 kW
Maximum Torque
430 Nm @ 2500 rpm
390 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
180 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
11.8 sec
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
18.3 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand, Rock
Normal, Eco, Slippery, Tow, Haul and Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
4500 rpm
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
63.9 kW/tonne
100 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
206.7 Nm/tonne
220 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
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 Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Gearbox
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, selectable four-wheel drive
RWD
LSD Available
Active Limited Slip Differential (brake control)
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Super Select 4WD-II
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Rear differential lock
No
Paddle Shifters
Yes
No
Final Drive Ratio
3.692
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Floor-mounted selector
Automatic selector
Drivetrain
4WD
RWD
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
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
No
No
Gearbox Type
8-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
2.566
Not Applicable
Low Range
Yes
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x4
Rear driven axle
Rear Differential Lock
Yes
No
Transmission Speeds
8
8
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Claimed Mileage
12.3 km/l
13.5 km/l
City Mileage
9.9 km/l
11.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.2 km/l
15.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
68 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
12.3 km/l
13.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
68
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
84
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
868 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
781 km
Not Applicable
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Airbags
7
Front, side and curtain airbags
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
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
AEB
No
Yes
BA
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
Yes
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Cruise Control
Yes
Adaptive cruise control
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
-
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Front and rear
Parking Sensor
-
Front and rear
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Collision Mitigation
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
Digital rear-view camera
Reverse Camera Type
-
Digital rear-view camera
Reversing Camera
-
Digital rear-view camera
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Seat Material
Leather
Leather-accented upholstery
Heated Seats
No
Yes
Ventilated Seats
No
Yes
Ambient Lighting
No
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power adjustable
Power adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual adjustable
Power adjustment
Seat Trim
Leather-appointed
Leather-accented upholstery
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear USB Ports
-
Front and rear
Instrument Cluster Type
-
12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Tourneo Custom grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Front and rear
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging
No
Yes
Sunroof
Yes
No
Electric Tailgate
Yes
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Load Bed Length
-
2622 mm
Load Bed Width
-
1392 mm
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Dual-zone automatic
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Air Conditioning
Dual-zone automatic with rear air conditioning
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
2622 mm
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
1392 mm
Manual Aircon
-
Dual-zone automatic
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Front and rear
Source Model Column
-
tourneo-custom
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
No
Standard
Trim Level
-
flagship
Unlocking
Yes
Yes
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Standard
Walk Away Lock
-
Standard
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Infotainment System
Smartphone-link Display Audio
SYNC 4 infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
6
10
Digital Instrument Cluster
Colour multi-information display
12.4-inch digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Front and rear
USB-A and USB-C
Infotainment Screen
8-inch
12
Touchscreen
8-inch
12
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch
12
Infotainment Display
-
Ford SYNC 4
Rear Usb
-
Front and rear
Display Audio
-
Ford SYNC 4
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
Front and rear
Multi Information Display
-
12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display
Connected Services
-
Wireless
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Roof Rails
Yes
No
Exterior Colour Options
White Diamond, Graphite Grey Metallic, Sterling Silver Metallic, Jet Black Mica
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
Headlights
Yes
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
No
No
Body Type
-
MPV
DRL
Yes
LED daytime running lights
Led Headlights
Yes
Yes
Auto Headlights
-
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
LED daytime running lights
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Headlamp Levelling
-
Standard
Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Headlight Type
Yes
Yes
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Approach Angle
30 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
24.2 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
700 mm
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand, Rock
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Rear differential lock
No
4WD System Type
Super Select 4WD-II
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
23.1 deg
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
130 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
130 mm
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Tyre Size
265/60 R18
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Full-size alloy
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch alloy
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electric parking brake
Not Applicable
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
No
Standard
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Front Suspension
Double wishbone with coil spring
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Three-link rigid axle with coil spring
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
CO2 Emissions
214 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Service Plan
5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Maintenance Plan
-
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 90,000 km; 10,000 km intervals
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Ownership Role
New vehicle sold through Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
Flagship
Price Zar
904990 ZAR
1278500 ZAR
Pricing Role
Official South African recommended retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
904990
1278500
Starting Price Zar
904990
1278500
Spec
Pajero Sport
Tourneo Custom
Warranty
3 years / 100,000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
3 years / 100,000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100,000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100,000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Pajero Sport and Tourneo Custom 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 Tourneo Custom 66.
Efficiency index: Pajero Sport 49 vs Tourneo Custom 57.
Safety-equipment index: Pajero Sport 72 vs Tourneo Custom 93.
Practicality index: Pajero Sport 71 vs Tourneo Custom 70.
Ownership-cover index: Pajero Sport not separately scored vs Tourneo Custom 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Tourneo Custom leads by 7 points
Pajero Sport and Tourneo Custom are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tourneo Custom
Performance
66/100
Efficiency
57/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
70/100
Pajero Sport
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexFord Tourneo Custom
leads the specification evidence index with 72 pts
vs 65 pts for Pajero Sport
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tourneo Custom 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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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.
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