Mitsubishi announces the return of the Limited Edition Pajero RX
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has re-introduced the value-packed Limited Edition Pajero RX with additional new features. The RX, based on the already highly-specified Pajero GLX sees customers receive enhancements normally reserved for upper-end models.
Vice President of Marketing and Brand Management, Paul Unerkov, said he is delighted to be able to bring back the Limited Edition Pajero RX for customers looking for a value-packed vehicle with unique styling.
“The Limited Edition Pajero RX has always been a popular inclusion in our Pajero line-up. The limited release of 1,200 units will feature all the technology, power and four-wheel drive capabilities Pajero is famous for, while giving our customers a little something extra.” said Mr Unerkov
For an additional $1,350 above the RRP of the GLX, the Pajero RX makes a statement with exclusive features such as the RX chrome grille, chrome highlighted bumper protector, fog lamps with chrome insets and exclusive RX badging.
Enhancing the sleek lines of the RX are 18” inch alloy wheels, chrome mirrors and door handles, integrated side steps with front mud guards and a silver front skid plate. The sporty rear spoiler, silver rear bumper highlight and silver roof rails are the perfect finishing touches to the impressive styling.
The interior also receives a myriad of elegant additions including privacy glass, Titanium-look instrument panel surround, Titanium-look power window switch panels, a sporty alloy gear shift selector, chrome door handles, sun visor extensions and vanity mirror lamps.
Technology upgrades also abound with the Pajero RX receiving the Mitsubishi Multi Communication System incorporating Satellite Navigation with Voice Command via the steering wheel, a reversing camera, rear-zone air-conditioning, a electro-chromatic rear-view mirror and exterior mirrors with integrated turn repeaters, puddle lights and demisters.
And if the customer wants just that little bit more, they can choose the Family Convenience Pack for just an extra $1,350. This option includes dusk sensing headlamps, rain sensing wipers, headlamp washers and rear seat entertainment, which includes a DVD, nine inch screen and two wireless headsets.
Available in Cool Silver, Black Mica, Warm White, Ironbark and Graphite the Pajero RX is an impressive addition to the legendary Pajero line-up and is priced from $56,990* for the manual 3.2-litre diesel and $59,990* for the 3.2-litre diesel automatic.
*Prices listed are vehicle only price before adding dealer and statutory charges.
The Pajero RX offers all the first-class occupant and driver safety available across the Pajero line-up. Standard safety equipment includes RISE body protection, ABS braking system with EBA and EBD, active stability and traction control and driver and passenger SRS airbags.
The RX is fitted with Mitsubishi’s All Terrain Technology (MATT) to give superior driving control and first class safety. MATT incorporates the latest in four-wheel drive technology and includes Active Stability Control, Active Traction Control and Super Select 4WD II.
The Pajero RX is covered by Mitsubishi’s 10 year / 160,000 km non-transferrable drive-train warranty, five year / 130,000 km new vehicle warranty, free five year/130,000km Roadside Assist and Capped Price Servicing for the first four years or 60,000 km of ownership*.
* Excludes government, rental, and some fleet buyers
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines tops May Auto Industry Sales;
Captures 28.5% Market Share
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) recorded outstanding sales of 3,117 units sold making it the number 1 automotive manufacturer last month, attaining 28.6% market share. MMPC's May 2011 sales accounts for a double digit growth of 15.3% compared to the same month last year, while year to date figures registered an increase of 9.1% with 14,062 units sold compared to 12,891 units sold same period last year.
Combined reports from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) showed that MMPC was also able to dominate the Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) segment registering a 39% market share.
MMPC credits this robust sales performance to the strong consumer demand for its Montero Sport, Strada pick up and locally manufactured models such as the Adventure and L300. These models continue to attract their respective markets due to its high value for money proposition, low cost of operation and at the same time facilitated with aggressive sales promotions with flexible financing plans and very affordable payment schemes helped sales surge in May. In addition, consumers' continuous interest and confidence with Mitsubishi vehicles contributed in achieving this sales feat and number 1 post.
MMPC President and CEO Hikosaburo Shibata shared his optimism in achieving 2011 sales target of 36,000 units and increasing market share to 20% despite year to date decrease of 11% in the auto industry sales. "Given our notable performance for the first 5 months of the year and with the upgrades of our best selling models, I am highly confident that MMPC's sales will continue to surge". Aside from our continuous sales effort, MMPC is also focused on its commitment to improve its after sales and customer service.
