Ford Everest vs Isuzu MU-X vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport: 2023 comparison review

Ford Everest vs Isuzu MU-X vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport: 2023 comparison review - 4WD off-road test

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The new-generation 2023 Ford Everest has made plenty of noise since its launch last year, earning plenty of fans thanks to its rare turbo-diesel V6 engine option. But that doesn't mean the competition still isn't stiff. Enter the Isuzu MU-X and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.
Yep, this is all about ute-based 4WDs, with the Everest based on the Ranger, the MU-X the D-Max, and the Pajero Sport the Triton. But while their LCV counterparts are literally tools of the trade, the large SUV trio is instead looking to offer buyers seven-seat practicality while still offering a high level of off-roading prowess.
So, in this expert comparison review, CarsGuide Contributing Journalist Marcus Craft pits the new Everest against the established MU-X and Pajero Sport to see if it's now the best adventure-ready ute-based SUV money can buy. His final verdict is sure to ignite plenty of debate...
#Ford #Mitsubishi #Isuzu #Everest #PajeroSport #MUX #Review
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00:00 Intro
00:45 Everest - Under the bonnet
01:15 MU-X - Under the bonnet
01:36 Pajero Sport - Under the bonnet
01:57 Pajero Sport - Off-road driving
04:55 MU-X - Off-road driving
07:59 Everest - Off-road driving
10:41 Efficiency
11:00 Verdict
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@gaaloulmed4753 10 ай бұрын

It is noticeable that the Pajero Sport overcame all obstacles in the easiest way. Amazing!!

@amethysturanus6351 Жыл бұрын

Pajero Sport For its Ongoing Fuel ⛽️ Economy all the time. I am not a hard-core 4x4 traveler. Pajero luxury is good enough for me.

@JimmyChangE16 2 ай бұрын

I've got the Exceed and it's very nice, as luxurious as the rest of them, takes off quickly and the fuel economy is amazing.

@HamzaMohamed-xs3zo Жыл бұрын

Pretty honest review mr crafty.. I knew the Everest this time won't be coming closer to the Mux......the Isuzu engineers did a superb job 👍

@isayamukondeleli8120 Жыл бұрын

I will go for pajero sport,value for money

@shibastabdey2025 Жыл бұрын

Mitsubishi Pajero sport 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

@calebwilliams6733 Жыл бұрын

Bit late on this one Ash bro!!! Short and sweet, epic as always bro 👏🏽 Thanks again for getting amongst the scene here, those Waiuku boys are bloody good eggs alright, no doubt your being looked after 😎

@S9RUT Жыл бұрын

I do like how the Everest has the FREE offroad option which includes all terrains and smaller alloys, as well as some underbody protection.

@narsil316 3 ай бұрын

Yep..which the review video conveniently just ignored.

@Malc664 Жыл бұрын

The two vehicles with AWD on tarmac are at a great advantage. Very useful when it rains after a dry spell as that's whe the roads are the most slippery. Except for snow and ice in the high country areas. Pajero does it all saving 10K

@MrCasino3 Жыл бұрын

I have never once wished I had 4wd mode for the road in the MUX. Towing a 3 tonne caravan, not towing, raining, none of it ever required an extra 2 driven wheels. I’m sure there are some exceptional circumstances where it might be handy, but I’ll take the fuel economy, less weight, and less complexity from not having the centre diff any day

@Malc664 Жыл бұрын

@@MrCasino3 Yeah, it's just a good option when it rains. I have gone sideways in my ute a few times accidentally but luckily held on to it.

@davidnobular9220 2 ай бұрын

@@MrCasino3 Ever driven the southern sides on mountains in Tasmania in winter ? I had occasion to in a hired Pajero (proper) and the 4H came in handy because at all the sharp turns there was water and algae on the road which was very slippery. Threw it into 4H and no probs.

@lyndato9028 Жыл бұрын

For me Isuzu MU-X is the best 😂😂😂

@emmanuelpingkian7276 Жыл бұрын

I like the MuX Isuzu. The others two vehicles are also impressive

@estebandiaz3213 5 ай бұрын

Muy buenos sus videos saludos desde Córdoba, Argentina

@mazdar100 Жыл бұрын

It looked like the PS did a better job with every obstacle. I watched twice. And it did it with less fuss and body movement. It did look a little narrow inside, however.

@BrettWilliamson Жыл бұрын

I agree. I see them in my 4WD club and they don't muck around, they are a really good 4WD.

@andonis9870 Жыл бұрын

I'm with you, its a mitsi so it doesn't get the respect it should. Im sick of seeing reviews done by Toyota and Ford fan boys that totally disregard cars like the pajero sport when it's a great package

@cyclemoto8744 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, also find it hard to believe that the isuzu won considering all the reviewer's feedback prior to the verdict.

@wetlettuce8215 Жыл бұрын

prolly due to shorter wheelbase

@Beejayxx882 Жыл бұрын

I've looked at all three lately.. it's a personal thing but the Pajero sport unfortunately is sooo much smaller inside than the other two..

@harleycullen4525 9 ай бұрын

Love our Mux lst have just finished 25000kms towing a 2800kg newage manta ray over east and Tasmania no mods didnt miss a beat and proformed great in our SA 4x4 driving course very impressed with how it went in the sand

@mvnorsel6354 Жыл бұрын

Great to see a test of Australia's new class of cars. See they often outside school.

@v8falcon100 Жыл бұрын

So Isuzu have increased their advertising budget with you guys 😂

@BrettWilliamson Жыл бұрын

They couldn't pull the skin off a day old custard and their TC is garbage, but I see the video used the 'truck like' saying.

@shawsie5780 4 ай бұрын

@@BrettWilliamson I know what you mean but I love my MUX, I'm running a 3inch fox suspension lift, 33s, And it's turned to 180 kW 550 nm, more than enough power for what I need

@BrettWilliamson Жыл бұрын

Isuzu's TC is behind the other Japanese brands - especially the PS in this test.

@paulmcintosh5589 Жыл бұрын

The traction control calibration comes from the same toyota unit same gearbox as well

@Quokka_VR Жыл бұрын

Its unfortunate the Isuzu MU-X does not have a 4WD system that works on standard sealed roads such as the Ford & Mitsu. The Pajero Sport might be getting old but it's still a great 4WD that can be used 100% of the time on all road surfaces. The Ford is great too but is it really worth the extra $10-15K?

@wax333 Жыл бұрын

Ford isn’t worth it

@siddharthpottapenjara1597 Жыл бұрын

V6 can tow way more than the other two. It's pulls amazingly too

@zambacan Жыл бұрын

Fuel economy though ..louch

@andikabambang3742 Жыл бұрын

They should compare it with 2.0 bi turbo everest not with the v6 type

@siddharthpottapenjara1597 Жыл бұрын

@Andika Bambang true I guess... v6 maybe comparable to a Touareg, q7, etc.

@Burnout14 3 ай бұрын

Pajero do smart work in off-road

@brianmwirigi200 Жыл бұрын

Marcus Graft is my favorite off-road car reviewer.I love his reviews

@TheMatthewSherwood 9 ай бұрын

I feel like the new Pajero based off the new triton ute will be the better-priced winner. Update the tech and it's a sick deal.

@user-bs3kq7on8n Жыл бұрын

4×4 pajero sport good job

@tempestv8 5 ай бұрын

It would be interesting to find out over time whether the clutch packs in the Ford's transfer case eventually wear out and require replacement. The Pajero Sport and the Isuzu MU-X do not employ clutches in their transfer case, so there is no friction materials that could eventually requirement replacement.

@Gerard-Red 9 ай бұрын

The slow and low sound of the MU-X will make you buy it. (Ground clereance, price, raliavility and economy are secondary plusses) Then you wife will take it because is great. Then your son will borrow it to go to wilderness, then your neighbour will buy it too. It is infectious. Been there done that.

@gianwcs6077 Жыл бұрын

Luckily I have driven both the Ford & the Isuzu or one might believe you. Oh, I like how you turned the harshness of the Mux's engine into a positive!

@whomcares3438 Жыл бұрын

Umm, 18 inch rims with AT’s are a no cost option for the Everest sport. So is that all ford can give you for the test?

@cyclemoto8744 Жыл бұрын

obviously Ford didn't sponsor this round of review

@pabichpawel Жыл бұрын

Pajero Sport Exceed is 2k cheaper unless you care about GSR badging and some parts being blacked out.

@ayenunu 7 ай бұрын

Well done! However... Would be great if there is a sound of the engine while you are driving each of them. Having the sound while your driving could help us understand well.. how's the mighty engine RESPONSE in action.

@nicalbertini5405 4 ай бұрын

I would like it if the they priced the up grades they talk about. Compare the lift price, suspension, tyres and bash plates. See if it’s really worth it to bulletproof your family 4wd? Plus the weight difference that might affect your towing.

@james1966. 10 ай бұрын

Is there any advantage in keeping the 20inch rim and tyres. We are unlikely to go off road

@janbouwman4706 Жыл бұрын

Mux all the way

@user-km6fr5bs1p Жыл бұрын

Interesting view that the Everest is hamstrung by its larger physical dimensions, especially when you think about the legendary even bigger and more capable 4WDs like the Toyota Landcruiser or Nissan Patrol.

@351tgv Жыл бұрын

shhhh its a conspiracy, this reviewer is a well know anti Ford guy.,

@abhinashkumar3161 Жыл бұрын

@@351tgvlol

@oriondoublecrossed 7 ай бұрын

@@351tgvLol. Even the lexus lx and landcruiser 80 , 100,200,300 all have a wheelbase of 4850mm something that toyota calls golden ratio. Nissan patrol is bigger but has a higher ground clearance so much so that you can literally put a 33.9 inch tyre on a stock patrol without any lift. Silly to compare everest with patrol. The top spec everest with bigger tyres can do extremely good. But not a stock one for sure. Interestingly the stock patrol has a ground clearance of 270 mm.

@wonniefamily Жыл бұрын

How is that Ford fuel consumption? No thank you.

@malpechsatsmokybay4195 Жыл бұрын

Yep. I drove both Everest and MUX and bought the MUX. 😊 12:03

@shawsie5780 10 ай бұрын

Smart man👍, i’ve had plenty of 4j’s over the years and their bullet-proof

@aaronvekua3227 17 күн бұрын

Ordered Pajero Sport this spring and seems new facelifted models arriving, according to dealer photos. I think grille openings way too large and rads easily susceptible to damage in refreshed Pajero Sport. Mainly using paved roads but anyway would you recommend to add some additional protection? (in other words, will cooling be compromised when doing so?). Otherwise, afraid warranty will not cover cases when radiator gets damaged by stones or various road debris.

@3DProjectsRC 6 ай бұрын

Ford Everest!

@tomforbes3422 Жыл бұрын

Nice review and good to see some proper offroading done on these as they come from the factory. No doubt most buyers would be quick to fit some ATs and would be great if they had that as an option (the Everest might?). Worth noting the MUX is also about 10k cheaper than the Everest in the real world given the permanent drive-away deal.

@viridae Жыл бұрын

The Everest did have the option. No cost for Sport and Platinum. $500 for the lower specs.

@viridae Жыл бұрын

Does*

@DumplingKiller Жыл бұрын

Any mark-up on price nowadays?

@RoyalHeritage-il8lu Ай бұрын

Isuzu has stayed true to its roots. Not trying to move to the luxury side and sticking with its original workhorse purpose. I think that's what makes it one of the best. I own a 2019 2.5l D-Max and I will say it is the best car I've owned by far. Reliable and honestly a great offroad performer. Suspension is not the most comfortable on the road but offroad is where it excels.

@ounkaka9391 Жыл бұрын

You should Take lots of pictures about cars Self-portrait

@RockGarden8888 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for comparing . How would the Rexton with the Ironman suspension go against these in off road?

@wildpixel8302 Жыл бұрын

The Rexton ain’t even making it on the beach

@guesswho747 Жыл бұрын

I find it interesting how most of these car review experts, just review the cars and give opinon based on how they drive, look etc. Based on that, they influence or persuade people on what cars they should buy. Never mention or include about the after sale customer support, reliability, and how prolific some car manufactures/dealers are, with throwing customers under the bus with legitimate claims. Not naming names frd, iszy, nssn😂. That should also be included!!!

@jimmyburt2212 Жыл бұрын

Far I didn't see that coming, it sounded like the pajero was gonna Win.

@grantwells6189 Жыл бұрын

I own a Isuzu. Very disappointed in the vehicle. Hate all the tech. How could anyone recommend it

@CrystalClearWith8BE 4 ай бұрын

I know those three Asia-Pacific mid-size SUVs are a fit for an Aussie when it comes to outback driving, and I can assume that all of those were made in Thailand.

@liang2512 3 ай бұрын

Ground clearance on MUX is 225mm at best with those 265/50R20 tires

@edwinjoson6688 Жыл бұрын

Matindi talaga MUX 4jj3 ❤

@tashriquekarriem8865 7 ай бұрын

Can you not also use the Parejo sport in AWD high traction surfaces also

@sonofamountie 6 ай бұрын

Yes he mentioned that more than once in the review. And for the Everest as well.

@jaineshwarlal9233 Жыл бұрын

Mux for me

@mickieet001 Жыл бұрын

They need to make the MuX in V,6

@JervNation Ай бұрын

A properly tuned 4jj can compete with tuned v6

@SyethembaNgwabe-kl1in 9 ай бұрын

❤ ilike the suv's but everest

@bro_street Жыл бұрын

Ford Everest, its about taste 👍

@PurpleGold. 6 ай бұрын

It’s a toss between the Everest and Isuzu for me, but I do like the extras on the Everest because I’m not he best 4w driver. And the park assist is also a bonus.

@dewetrobertson1752 10 ай бұрын

Agree with you

@kamilabanana9018 Жыл бұрын

Pajero sport. Complete package.

@user-bi3ys3ho3d 8 ай бұрын

Comparison and racing competition winners is pajero sport dakar

@vicbarrand5851 11 ай бұрын

Everest any day

@DaveTangey Жыл бұрын

Surely the Ford can't be using twice as much fuel as the others, it's either a flawed test or failed automaker.

@criscentetiguelo6774 10 ай бұрын

@10:44, Everest on test 20.3L/100km??? 😮

@daneurope9167 Жыл бұрын

most reviews dont choose the mitsubishis as the best but the least off roaders ..but for the records no one gets close on their champioships on paris dakar rallys..now its been forgotten..being new doesnt mean better..

@cyclemoto8744 Жыл бұрын

Nothing against the Mitsi, in fact for the price I'm pretty sure I'd pick it over the Isuzu and Ford, well, no chance I'd fork out $80k for a Ford. However I don't recommend mentioning race cars when discussing their road variants. Dakar Mitsi's are simply a road car shaped body on a different platform which can't be purchased = no relevance to what you can buy in a dealership. Cheers

@davereid-daly2205 10 ай бұрын

Two different comparisons. The Dakar vehicle is specifically speced for the race whereas the Pajero is a general off roader....

@hangemhigh7069 2 ай бұрын

Pajero Sport 24/7!❤

@elishaemanuel8512 7 ай бұрын

Mitsubishi pajero the best winner smaller engine but you can put the bigger turbo to increasing the power,pajero is the world king offroad rally champion, Ford Everest second, Isuzu mux third

@nikolasb2933 Жыл бұрын

Was the excessive Ford fuel consumption a mistake? Why didn't you focus on this a little more?

@madnizgaming3370 Жыл бұрын

Isuzu ALLDAY!

@ruel9820 Жыл бұрын

I would go to mu-x

@Sabumnim666 Жыл бұрын

I am amused that you are the only reporter who has been able to use such a large amount of fuel in the Everest and much the same when you drove the Ranger V6 also you are very happy with the not so impressive in fact poor traction control of the Isuzu.

@ivanlouiesillar2585 Жыл бұрын

no fortuner?

@nunomellomusic 7 ай бұрын

Does this gen Pajero Sport have overheating issues?

@carsguide 7 ай бұрын

We believe the previous generation Pajero Sport had a problem with a rough head gasket mating surface, and a running change to the machining process fixed it. No such issue with the current car.

@tesla_models Жыл бұрын

Ford everest followed by pajero sport

@irvinstruckinggroupse Жыл бұрын

All of those truck platform SUVs are imported from Thailand. Why did Australia have to be lazy to build those SUVs. I remember Thailand exits the export to AU, and give it to Indonesia to do it. I hope AU do this soon

@espkh1549 Жыл бұрын

Look at ford china’s lined up you will know what’s up. They got F150 raptor and Thiland ranger plus explorer and this Everest. It’s also at least 10% cheaper. My family used to own a timber business in ACT… well we moved it to china during Covid.. guess what? The productivity has gone up by 60% in the past 11 months. This is why

@351tgv Жыл бұрын

How hard were you pushing the Everest to get 20.4L fuel consumption? Seriously there is a massive error going on with your driving style to get that high fuel consumption when everyone else who hs done 4x4 low range testing is showing around 12L per 100km. Did you leave it locked in 1st gear only? you claim to be a driver that wants to take control ... I call BS on that Marcus, clearly you did not take control of the manual mode transmission option.

@ryanserrano3639 10 ай бұрын

must be a typo error,

@sonofamountie 6 ай бұрын

@351tgv Calm down ford fan boy

@RozWood-fx3iy Жыл бұрын

Buy the Mux - it won't break down😂 And it won't cost you $10000,s if it does Smart electronics are the killer with the Pajero & Everest and when you need help - the sales guys fill you with 👊

@brentonGCTesla Жыл бұрын

woooo!

@tijothomas5386 Жыл бұрын

Isuzu MUX ❤

@jessecooper6310 Жыл бұрын

All 3 are more capable off road then I would need, so which one is more comfortable sitting at 110kph on our rough as guts highways for hours on end, loaded with camping gear, and pulling a

@351tgv Жыл бұрын

I had the 1st Gen Everest with the good ol 3.2L 5cyl and 6-speed torque converter auto way back some 7 years ago and also had a Pajero Sport 2.4L i4 with 8-speed torque converter at the same time and I can tell you this much from what I recall the Everest was the better of the two at highway cruising loaded up, the Pajero Sport had to be in essentially AWD mode to get anywhere near it, that said for fuel consumption the Pajero Sport was ahead by about 2L per 100km however with a smaller fuel tank (68L v 80L) the Everest had more range so it ws pretty much equal save for the added fuel cost f going to full tank.

@fuadilahMursyidEdison Жыл бұрын

As PS user for like 2 gen i would say , from those three PS is the not really nicest .. It's nimble, jiggling, bouncing .. It's all from the shortest wheel base Japanese triple cabs Utes

@thelegitnetwork9302 6 ай бұрын

anyone know where this is filmed? What 4x4 track is this?

@carsguide 6 ай бұрын

This video was filmed on an off road track in the south coast of NSW. Cheers, CG team

@marksweet8740 Жыл бұрын

Very expensive over 70 thousand sounds pretty thirsty to and just wondering what Ford after market support is like. I suppose I better be careful what I say I better not be too negative.

@arielmasongsong8512 10 ай бұрын

Pajero sport is the best

@alexbarquin9 Жыл бұрын

What? No Fortuner in the comparison? Good review though.

@MeMurphy10Feb Жыл бұрын

Everest’s fuel consumption is very poor and not the first time I have seen that in tests. Strange in some ways as have the same engine base in my 2015 D4 with the ZF8 speed and it has been very economical over 7 years at around 11l/100K overall. Maybe its tuned in a way that any off-road use spikes it dramatically.

@MiggyMndza Жыл бұрын

The MU-X, defeated the Mitsubishi when it's pick-up counterpart sucked bigtime with CarExpert's off-road test and the Triton was the drama-free ute that time? 🤔

@kennethboehnen271 28 күн бұрын

Where is the Fortuner in this match up??

@micahfodor8433 Жыл бұрын

You said multiple times that the Ford Everest is hamstrung by its size but failed to say or show how exactly. Also its to clinical for you not for the avergar buyer who wants to take their beast straight from the showroom to the track. Your reviews shiuld be what is best for all not best for you

@romeoguitar Жыл бұрын

how would kia sorento and carnival go with off road

@wax333 Жыл бұрын

Not enough ground clearance

@oggyoggy1299 Жыл бұрын

About as well as a Corolla.

@oldbloke204 Жыл бұрын

Not very far and likely an expensive recovery.

@cyclemoto8744 Жыл бұрын

lol. You're not serious are you?

@nicknock1192 Жыл бұрын

Why not compare a prado as well?

@DMV1090 Жыл бұрын

My Isuzu 2021 developed DPF problem and Isuzu Ute Australia did everything to refuse warranty repair. Took them 4 weeks to come up with pathetic excuse of dirt in the fuel tank. I will not buy another Isuzu.

@351tgv Жыл бұрын

yep lots and lots of info about the DPF issues with the D-Max and M-UX but the automotive media are refusing to report it for fear of losing advertising money. I know of at least 15 D-Max off the road because of th DPF issue and Isuzu refusing to fix under warranty claiming the DPF is a consumable part

@muhammadharits3237 6 ай бұрын

Where is the fortuner??😅😅

@user-gk1nt6sm2z Жыл бұрын

With the money I saved on the ps I bought a boat.

@MarmiteTheDog Жыл бұрын

I guess the Prado would come way down the list as it's even bigger?

@paulmcintosh5589 Жыл бұрын

It’s out of date in safety by a long way and should not be compared in the current tested ancap 5 star it’s only 3-4 at best.

@gregy1194 Жыл бұрын

Hit play and get an ad. For a Dodge 1500 RAM 😅

@AllTerrainAction Ай бұрын

20.3L/100 on the Everest really??

@pieterhendrikdebeer9455 Жыл бұрын

Do not agree. Really how much did Isuzu pay you

@aluna1983 Жыл бұрын

Lol MUX… please… the Pajero kills it in off-roading, what they paying you to throw yourself all over an inferior vehicle?

@jerrydeemake-upartistry1870 Жыл бұрын

I just had my isuzu mux last year. Undeniably it is more 100% reliable in terms pf durability, performance and fuel consumption. I must say Isuzu MUX is underrated but can compete to the roads impressively.

@andrewk579 Жыл бұрын

I have to agree. I have a 2015 mux lsm and have surprised myself a few times getting through some challenging terrain where other more popular/expensive brands have struggled. I am days away from getting the 2023 model. Hoping it meets/exceeds my expectations.

@paulmcintosh5589 Жыл бұрын

At least you didn’t promote the sub safety standard toyota products in order for toyota to make more profit over people’s safety,

@golong1343 Жыл бұрын

Did ford fix their lemon gate?

@greigspencer7462 Жыл бұрын

Driven the Everest and the MUX, onroad, there is no comparison….the Everest wins hands down. Apart from size, it wouldn’t be much difference off-road.

@espkh1549 Жыл бұрын

China gets explorer and Everest when the down under only gets water down Everest. What is up with this? Ford

@mysticfpv3107 Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Very biased review towards the Mux. Not a bad rig but the Everest eats it alive. Take the badges off each car and try again.