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In the UAE, road conditions vary from large, paved motorways to deserts and rugged terrain. Therefore, SUVs are the vehicle of choice. With ten’s of thousands of units sold in the UAE, the Mitsubishi Pajero is the most popular car on Dubai's roads. In this blog, we explore why it continues to be so popular despite production ending in 2020.
The Mitsubishi Pajero fits perfectly into the UAE's urban and off-road conditions. Its choice of 3.5L or 3.8L V6 engines allow it to manage motorway trips with ease. The Super Select 4WD-II and 235mm ground clearance make it a strong off-roader. These features enable it to manage city driving and desert adventures easily.
Boasting features such as climate control, necessary in the Dubai heat, it is a full-size SUV capable of transporting 7 passengers in comfort. Later, top of the range models even boast the same level of equipment as more modern SUVs.
This means it is the ideal vehicle for families who call Dubai home. At Expat Motors many of these cars continue to roll through our showroom doors.
Much of the Mitsubishi Pajero's success is down to its legendary reliability. It can run into the hundreds of thousands of kms without suffering major breakdowns. Moreover, given the Pajero's popularity, you will easily find a garage that can service it. This also means spare parts are cheap and easy to find, providing additional peace of mind.
Since it first rolled off Mitsubishi's assembly lines in 1981, the Pajero quickly became a Dubai favourite. Upon making its entrance into the Dubai market, it earned the nickname "Desert King." This name comes from its ability effortlessly get over dunes. No wonder outdoor enthusiasts fell in love with this car.
The Mitsubishi Pajero's price in the UAE is another reason for its success. It is considerably cheaper than some of its rivals such as the Toyota Land Cruiser or Nissan Patrol.
It makes sense than that of 3.25 Million units sold worldwide, a lot of these made found their way to the UAE. In fact, such was its popularity that customers in the UAE bought right until production ended.
Thanks to incredible offroad performance and proven reliability, the Pajero quickly cemented itself into the UAE’s car culture. Repairs are cheap and it is easy to find a garage that will know how fix it. Therefore, it remains an excellent choice of car for Dubai or the UAE. At Expat Motors, we’ll continue to sell Dubai's best-selling car, so come and visit our showroom in Al Quoz and see one for yourself.
