Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs KGM Rexton

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport starts from $51,540 before on-road costs, while the KGM Rexton opens at $50,000. That makes the KGM Rexton the more affordable entry point by $1,540.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $56,694 and $55,000 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and KGM Rexton hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The KGM Rexton packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and 6 in the KGM Rexton.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport features a 8-inch touchscreen, while the KGM Rexton gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the KGM Rexton. The KGM Rexton counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, power tailgate and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport gets cloth upholstery while the KGM Rexton offers leather. Climate control is 1-zone in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and 2-zone in the KGM Rexton.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport uses a Diesel producing 133kW and 430Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 11.5 seconds.

The KGM Rexton responds with a Turbo DDi Diesel making 149kW and 441Nm, paired to a 8-speed automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.5 seconds.

The KGM Rexton has the clear power advantage at 149kW vs 133kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport measures 4,785mm long on a 2,800mm wheelbase, 65mm shorter than the KGM Rexton at 4,850mm (2,865mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the KGM Rexton generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 131L in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and 236L in the KGM Rexton, giving the KGM Rexton a 105L advantage. The KGM Rexton seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the KGM Rexton leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 3,100kg. That 400kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,309/year for the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and $2,480/year for the KGM Rexton. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.

Estimated annual total: $2,309 (Mitsubishi Pajero Sport) vs $2,480 (KGM Rexton). The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport saves you roughly $171 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Pajero Sport) vs 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Rexton). The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has longer coverage.