Isuzu MU-X RF vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport QE/QF
Two used rivals sold in Australia, side by side. Everything below comes from each car's guide.
Our verdict
The Isuzu MU-X RF is rated Good value in our guide, with 6 known problems; the one to watch is EGR valve / intake clogging.
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport QE/QF is rated Good value in our guide, with 12 known problems (1 high-severity, led by Cracked cylinder head / head gasket).
On our data the Isuzu MU-X RF is the safer used buy, because of the same rating but fewer high-severity problems. Condition and service history still matter more than the badge.
Used price (AUD)
$16k-$42k
$22k-$60k
Type
suv-4wd
5-door wagon
5-door wagon
suv-4wd
5-door wagon (5 or 7 seat)
5-door wagon (5 or 7 seat)
Drivetrain
RWD, Part-time 4WD (dual-range)
Super Select II 4WD (2WD / full-time 4WD / locked centre diff / low range), RWD (early base GLX briefly)
Engines
3.0L 4JJ1-TCX turbo diesel
130kW @ 3600rpm · 380Nm (2013-16) / 430Nm @ 1800-2800rpm (2017-20)
7.9-8.5 L/100km combined
Tows 3000kg (3500kg from 2017) braked
Chain-driven (robust)
Service: 15,000km / 12 months
2.4L 4N15 diesel (QE, 2015-2019)
133kW @ 3500rpm · 430Nm @ 2500rpm
8-10 L/100km combined (real world)
Tows 3100kg braked
Chain-driven (no belt). Valve clearance check every 60,000km
Service: 15,000km / 12 months
2.4L 4N15 diesel (QF facelift, 2020-2026)
133kW @ 3500rpm · 430Nm @ 2500rpm
8-10 L/100km combined (real world)
Tows 3100kg braked
Chain-driven (no belt). Valve clearance check every 60,000km
Service: 15,000km / 12 months
Known problems
6 known
12 known · 1 high
Top issues
mediumEGR valve / intake clogging
mediumDPF soot loading on short trips
mediumInjector wear
highCracked cylinder head / head gasket
mediumTow bar flange bolts loosening (2015-2016 recall)
mediumSplit / blown intercooler hose
Made
Japan
Built in Thailand
Built in Thailand
Japan
Built in Thailand
Built in Thailand