Mitsubishi Shogun (1999 – 2007) Review
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Mitsubishi Shogun (1999 – 2007) At A Glance
Excellent tow car and rugged off-roader. Better ride quality than the previous Shogun.
Still comparatively unsophisticated to drive on the road. Beware of stolen imports masquerading as UK cars.
Still obviously a Shogun, but now more rounded looking with monocoque shell.
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Mitsubishi Shogun (1999 – 2007) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4610 mm |
| Width | 1695–1775 mm |
| Height | 1720–1735 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2725 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1840–1915 kg |
| Boot Space | 500–1660 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 9000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £17,129–£22,044 |
| Insurance Groups | - |
| Road Tax Bands | M |
| Official MPG | 20.9–27.2 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | - |
On sale until July 2007
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.5 TD Equippe 5dr | £20,749 | 26.9 mpg | 16.8 s |
On sale until March 2007
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.5 TD Classic 5dr | £17,129 | 27.2 mpg | 16.8 s |
| 3.0 V6 Equippe 5dr | £20,134 | 22.6 mpg | 11.6 s |
On sale until March 2006
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.5 TD Warrior 5dr | £21,044 | 27.2 mpg | 16.8 s |
| 3.0 V6 Elegance Auto 5dr | £22,044 | - | - |
| 3.0 V6 Warrior Auto 5dr | £22,044 | - | - |
Model History
- January 1999: New generation Mitsubishi Shogun launched
- October 2000: New lower priced variation launched
- January 2005: Shogun Field goes on sale
- January 2007: Range facelifted
January 1999
New generation Mitsubishi Shogun launched
New '4M41' 3.2 litre 16-valve direct injected diesel also used in Cantor truck replaced underpowered old 2.8, offering 173 bhp and 282 lb ft torque. 217 bhp/257 lb ft. 3.5 litre GDI V6 replaces thirsty old 24v V6. Suspension now independent both front and rear which improves on road ride comfort and handling enormously. Improved water pump on V6 to help prevent engine failures.
October 2000
New lower priced variation launched
Cut price Classic model from October 2000 with 3.2 DI-D engine and 3-door or 5-door bodies from £22,995.
January 2005
Shogun Field goes on sale
Special edition Shogun Field for 2005, priced at £22,999 for SWB manual, £26,999 for LWB 7-seater with manual and £28,499 for LWB auto.
Has Mitsubishi’s 158bhp 3.2 DI-D Turbo Diesel engine, Standard Mitsubishi Active Stability and Traction Control, switchable two and four wheel drive together with high and low ratios with lockable differentials.
For towing and load carrying capability, the seven-seat long-wheel-base Shogun Field can pull up to 3.3 tonnes or carry 1,700 litres of cargo. SWB has 1,293 litres of load-space and can tow 2.8 tonnes. Have electric sunroof, CD/Radio and climate control plus leather seats (for easy cleaning) and traditional wood-effect dash panel.
"Free" power upgrade from 158bhp to 182bhp for all 3.2 diesels from May 2006. £2,000 discounts bring 3.2 DI-D Classic SWB down to £19,544 and 3.2 DI-D Field LWB down to £26,044 (including satnav).
January 2007
Range facelifted
Facelift for 2007 with EU4 compliant 3.2 diesels: 160PS and 383Nm torque for manual and 170PS and 373Nm torque for auto.
What to watch out for
Beware of grey imports and RHD Pajeros stolen in another country. The Pajero is Europe's most stolen and unrecovered vehicle.
Reports of brake problems when towing. Short brake and pad life due to movement of the pads in the callipers.
Rear drive shaft can become partially detached from the differential allowing all the oil to drain out. Common fault due to a defective circlip design. Repair involves fitting modified drive shafts with a larger diameter circlip which will prevent the problem happening again. Fixed by next generation Shogun introduced in 2007.
Automatic transmission and transfer box need a change of fluid every 6 years or so.
02-02-2014:Vital that nylon cam chain top guide is checked and replaced as necessary. Usually last 70k-90k miles. Cost just £10, but failure leading to chain coming off wrecks the engine.
20-07-2016:Report of ABS, brake and traction control warning lights plus a warning buzzer and almost immediately we lost use of the brakes, with the pedal going solid on 110k mile 2003 Shogun LWB used only for towing a horse-box 4,000 miles a year. Suspect contaminated brake fluid. Possibilityt of cheaper replacement parts on Google.
