The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is a rugged wagon that is very good off road but comfortable – and easy to drive – on the road. There are five-seat and seven-seat versions, both offering excellent fuel economy from a modern diesel engine and an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
Pros Excellent value for money, auto braking as standard
Cons Relatively cosy cabin, poor third-row head room
Mitsubishi has given its Pajero Sport large 4WD an update for the 2020 model year, adding further ammunition with which to battle the Ford Everest, Isuzu MU-X, Toyota Fortuner, and Holden Trailblazer. Like the MY19 Triton ute upgrade (the Pajero Sport shares much of the pickup's running gear), the revised SUV looks tougher thanks to its 'dynamic shield' grille and headlight combination, higher bonnet, and new running lights and bumpers.The polarising old vertically-arrayed tail lights have been reduced in size and the bumper made larger. The alloy wheel design is new, and side steps are apparently slightly higher-mounted to bolster ground clearance.
SVR Carbon Edition and HSE Silver Edition introduced.Optional air ionization system is improved for better air quality.Diesel V6 engine has been discontinued.
Pros Comfortable and luxurious cabin Sporty handling and acceleration Impressive off-road capabilities
Cons Modest cargo capacity for the class
The 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is unranked in Luxury Midsize SUVs due to missing safety data. Currently, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport's overall score is not available, though its Critics' Rating, Performance score, and Interior score are based on our evaluation of 40 pieces of research and data.
Pros Powerful engine lineup Composed ride and handling Solid off-road ability Luxe cabin materials
Cons Distracting infotainment and climate controls Below-average predicted reliability
Land Rover has made few changes to its mid-size Range Rover Sport for 2021. Besides a revised in-cabin air ionizer, the HSE Silver Edition model joins the lineup and the Premium Black Pack appearance package is now available on the HSE Dynamic trim. The HSE Silver Edition model comes standard with silver exterior trim and unique 21-inch black wheels with a diamond-turned finish. .
Pros Plenty of powertrain choices, upscale exterior styling, luxurious interior trappings.
Cons Tight third-row passenger space, buggy infotainment system seems, not a fuel-efficient choice.