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 9 месяцев назад

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

@amethysturanus6351 Год назад

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 месяца назад

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.

@isayamukondeleli8120 Год назад

I will go for pajero sport,value for money

@HamzaMohamed-xs3zo Год назад

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 👍

@shibastabdey2025 Год назад

Mitsubishi Pajero sport 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

@lyndato9028 Год назад

For me Isuzu MU-X is the best 😂😂😂

@S9RUT Год назад

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 2 месяца назад

Yep..which the review video conveniently just ignored.

@Burnout14 3 месяца назад

Pajero do smart work in off-road

@v8falcon100 Год назад

So Isuzu have increased their advertising budget with you guys 😂

@BrettWilliamson Год назад

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 месяца назад

@@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

@Malc664 Год назад

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 Год назад

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 Год назад

@@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 месяца назад

@@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.

@calebwilliams6733 Год назад

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 😎

@BrettWilliamson Год назад

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

@paulmcintosh5589 Год назад

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

@emmanuelpingkian7276 Год назад

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

@mazdar100 Год назад

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 Год назад

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

@andonis9870 Год назад

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 Год назад

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

@wetlettuce8215 Год назад

prolly due to shorter wheelbase

@Beejayxx882 Год назад

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..

@Quokka_VR Год назад

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 Год назад

Ford isn’t worth it

@siddharthpottapenjara1597 Год назад

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

@zambacan Год назад

Fuel economy though ..louch

@andikabambang3742 Год назад

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

@siddharthpottapenjara1597 Год назад

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

@harleycullen4525 9 месяцев назад

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

@estebandiaz3213 5 месяцев назад

Muy buenos sus videos saludos desde Córdoba, Argentina

@user-bs3kq7on8n Год назад

4×4 pajero sport good job

@mvnorsel6354 Год назад

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

@TheMatthewSherwood 8 месяцев назад

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.

@whomcares3438 Год назад

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 Год назад

obviously Ford didn't sponsor this round of review

@tempestv8 5 месяцев назад

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.

@james1966. 9 месяцев назад

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

@brianmwirigi200 Год назад

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

@Gerard-Red 8 месяцев назад

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.

@pabichpawel Год назад

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

@wonniefamily Год назад

How is that Ford fuel consumption? No thank you.

@ayenunu 6 месяцев назад

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.

@DumplingKiller Год назад

Any mark-up on price nowadays?

@nicalbertini5405 4 месяца назад

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.

@gianwcs6077 Год назад

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!

@malpechsatsmokybay4195 Год назад

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

@shawsie5780 10 месяцев назад

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

@user-km6fr5bs1p Год назад

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 Год назад

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

@abhinashkumar3161 Год назад

@@351tgvlol

@oriondoublecrossed 6 месяцев назад

@@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.

@aaronvekua3227 13 часов назад

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.

@tashriquekarriem8865 6 месяцев назад

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

@sonofamountie 5 месяцев назад

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

@RockGarden8888 Год назад

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

@wildpixel8302 Год назад

The Rexton ain’t even making it on the beach

@RoyalHeritage-il8lu Месяц назад

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.

@CrystalClearWith8BE 3 месяца назад

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.

@tomforbes3422 Год назад

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 Год назад

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

@viridae Год назад

Does*

@criscentetiguelo6774 9 месяцев назад

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

@guesswho747 Год назад

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!!!

@janbouwman4706 Год назад

Mux all the way

@liang2512 3 месяца назад

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

@ounkaka9391 Год назад

You should Take lots of pictures about cars Self-portrait

@nunomellomusic 6 месяцев назад

Does this gen Pajero Sport have overheating issues?

@carsguide 6 месяцев назад

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.

@thelegitnetwork9302 6 месяцев назад

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

@carsguide 5 месяцев назад

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

@3DProjectsRC 5 месяцев назад

Ford Everest!

@jimmyburt2212 Год назад

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

@mickieet001 Год назад

They need to make the MuX in V,6

@JervNation Месяц назад

A properly tuned 4jj can compete with tuned v6

@grantwells6189 Год назад

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

@irvinstruckinggroupse Год назад

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 Год назад

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

@nikolasb2933 Год назад

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

@bro_street Год назад

Ford Everest, its about taste 👍

@PurpleGold. 5 месяцев назад

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.

@marksweet8740 Год назад

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.

@SyethembaNgwabe-kl1in 8 месяцев назад

❤ ilike the suv's but everest

@ivanlouiesillar2585 Год назад

no fortuner?

@351tgv Год назад

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 месяцев назад

must be a typo error,

@sonofamountie 5 месяцев назад

@351tgv Calm down ford fan boy

@user-bi3ys3ho3d 8 месяцев назад

Comparison and racing competition winners is pajero sport dakar

@kamilabanana9018 Год назад

Pajero sport. Complete package.

@MeMurphy10Feb Год назад

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.

@jaineshwarlal9233 Год назад

Mux for me

@jessecooper6310 Год назад

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 Год назад

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 11 месяцев назад

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

@alexbarquin9 Год назад

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

@daneurope9167 Год назад

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 Год назад

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 9 месяцев назад

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

@hangemhigh7069 Месяц назад

Pajero Sport 24/7!❤

@dewetrobertson1752 10 месяцев назад

Agree with you

@DaveTangey Год назад

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

@Sabumnim666 Год назад

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.

@edwinjoson6688 Год назад

Matindi talaga MUX 4jj3 ❤

@kennethboehnen271 11 дней назад

Where is the Fortuner in this match up??

@ruel9820 Год назад

I would go to mu-x

@vicbarrand5851 10 месяцев назад

Everest any day

@romeoguitar Год назад

how would kia sorento and carnival go with off road

@wax333 Год назад

Not enough ground clearance

@oggyoggy1299 Год назад

About as well as a Corolla.

@oldbloke204 Год назад

Not very far and likely an expensive recovery.

@cyclemoto8744 Год назад

lol. You're not serious are you?

@elishaemanuel8512 7 месяцев назад

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

@MiggyMndza Год назад

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? 🤔

@tesla_models Год назад

Ford everest followed by pajero sport

@brentonGCTesla Год назад

woooo!

@micahfodor8433 Год назад

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

@madnizgaming3370 Год назад

Isuzu ALLDAY!

@RozWood-fx3iy 11 месяцев назад

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 👊

@MarmiteTheDog Год назад

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

@paulmcintosh5589 Год назад

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.

@tijothomas5386 Год назад

Isuzu MUX ❤

@nicknock1192 Год назад

Why not compare a prado as well?

@arielmasongsong8512 9 месяцев назад

Pajero sport is the best

@muhammadharits3237 6 месяцев назад

Where is the fortuner??😅😅

@pieterhendrikdebeer9455 Год назад

Do not agree. Really how much did Isuzu pay you

@DMV1090 Год назад

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 Год назад

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

@user-gk1nt6sm2z Год назад

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

@ar12. Год назад

Go on we’re is the prado and lc300 let’s see the ford get wrecked off-road.

@AllTerrainAction Месяц назад

20.3L/100 on the Everest really??

@gregy1194 Год назад

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

@torizaemon Год назад

Where's the Prado ??? You left out the best.

@paulmcintosh5589 Год назад

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 Год назад

Did ford fix their lemon gate?

@aluna1983 Год назад

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

@Flyingfist 3 месяца назад

I drive test everest and have hired mux in the end bought mux ford transmission was rubbish😂

@paulmcintosh5589 Год назад

For all the ill informed toyota much prefer profit over your safety.

@sanchaynarain3532 Год назад

Where are the Toyotas ?!

@espkh1549 Год назад

Japs invaded Australia let’s not forget it

@paulmcintosh5589 Год назад

Poor safety standards, new 5 star rated vehicles here

@greigspencer7462 Год назад

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 Год назад

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

@mysticfpv3107 Год назад

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.

@jerrydeemake-upartistry1870 Год назад

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 Год назад

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.