The new Pajero is back — but a used one could save you over AED 80,000
Mitsubishi just pulled the covers off the all-new Pajero with a diesel 4WD powertrain. It looks great. But the Pajero price in UAE for a new one has historically sat around AED 175,000, and the new generation won't be cheaper. A 2020 Pajero on CarSwitch right now? Listed around AED 90,000. That's roughly half the cost of new, with proper 4WD capability already built in. If you want a Pajero and don't need to be first, the used market is where your money works hardest.
The short version
- A 2020 Pajero lists for about half of what a new one costs — saving you around AED 85,000.
- Go older (2017–2019) and prices drop to AED 43,000–58,000, with solid off-road hardware still intact.
- The new model likely won't reach UAE showrooms until late 2026 or early 2027 — you'll be waiting.
- Year-end is when sellers are most motivated. If you're buying used, shop Q4.
- Every Pajero on CarSwitch is inspection-verified, so you'll know exactly what you're getting.
What the new Pajero brings
The next-generation Pajero returns with a turbo-diesel engine and full-time 4WD — the kind of proper off-road DNA that made the nameplate famous. Expect updated safety tech, a modern cabin, and a design that finally looks like it belongs in 2026. UAE pricing isn't confirmed yet, but the outgoing model listed new at AED 175,000. The new one will likely cost the same or more.
Here's the catch: even after the reveal, deliveries to the UAE probably won't start for months. First-year availability is often limited, and you won't be test-driving one tomorrow.
Pajero price in UAE: what used ones actually cost
According to CarSwitch listings data (July 2026), used Pajeros span a wide range depending on age. A six-year-old 2020 model — still modern-looking, with around 66,000 km on it — lists for about AED 90,000. That's roughly half the new price, saving you around AED 85,000.
Go a little older and the savings get dramatic. A 2018 Pajero sits around AED 57,000 — about 67% less than new. Even a four-year-old 2022 model, essentially the last of the previous generation, lists for around AED 92,000.
| Model Year | Age | Listed Price (AED) | Typical Km | Saving vs New |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 years | 91,993 | 64,921 | 47% |
| 2020 | 6 years | 89,990 | 65,699 | 49% |
| 2019 | 7 years | 57,500 | 119,161 | 67% |
| 2018 | 8 years | 56,990 | 105,000 | 67% |
| 2017 | 9 years | 42,500 | 122,588 | 76% |
There's a clear price cliff between 2020 and 2019. The 2020 models hold value better — partly because that year got a mild refresh. If budget matters more than newness, the 2017–2019 range offers serious off-road SUV for under AED 60,000.
"That price cliff between the 2020 and 2019 models is worth paying attention to — a one-year difference in age but over AED 30,000 apart, which tells you the refresh year still carries real weight with buyers."
Kamel Abbou, Country Manager, UAE, at CarSwitch
How fast does the Pajero lose value?
For mid-size SUVs overall, we've seen them keep about 80% of their value after two years and around 74% after three (CarSwitch listings data, July 2026). The Pajero follows a similar pattern — though the older petrol models drop faster once they pass the 100,000 km mark.
The sweet spot? Three to six years old. You avoid the steepest early drop but still get a car that looks and drives modern. For the Pajero specifically, the 2020 model year stands out: it's lost about half its value from new, but still has relatively low mileage and plenty of life left.
2020 Pajero: AED 89,990 — saving of AED 85,010 vs new (49% off)
2018 Pajero: AED 56,990 — saving of AED 118,010 vs new (67% off)
Mid-size SUVs retain about 74% of value after 3 years
Should you wait for the new one?
If you specifically want the diesel powertrain, you'll need to wait. The outgoing Pajero sold in the UAE was petrol-only, and every used one on the market reflects that. The new model's diesel 4WD is genuinely new to this nameplate in the region.
But here's what to weigh up. The new Pajero will likely cost AED 175,000 or more. You'll probably wait six to twelve months for delivery. And first-year models haven't been road-tested by thousands of owners yet.
A used Pajero gives you a proven 4WD platform, today, for half the money or less. That freed-up cash could cover years of fuel and maintenance. SUVs make up nearly half of all buyer searches on CarSwitch, and the Pajero remains one of the more sought-after off-road options — which means it should hold its value reasonably well if you decide to sell later.
What to look for on a used Pajero
Accident history matters across all sedan car and SUV listings. Cars with minor accident records on CarSwitch typically list for about 9% less than clean ones. On a Pajero at AED 90,000, that's a real difference.
Trim level is less important than you'd think. Fully loaded versus base trims carry about a 7% gap in the used market. On a AED 90,000 Pajero, that's roughly AED 6,000 — not nothing, but smaller than most people expect. Spend your attention on service records and mechanical condition instead.
If you're cross-shopping other SUVs, it's worth checking the range rover price in uae for comparison — though Range Rovers sit in a different price bracket entirely. For more affordable options, browse used cars in uae under 10000 to see what's available at entry-level pricing.
The bottom line
The new Pajero looks promising, and the diesel 4WD is a genuine reason to be interested. But if you want a capable off-road SUV in Dubai right now — without spending AED 175,000 and waiting months — a used Pajero gets you there for half the price or less.
Every Pajero listed on CarSwitch is inspection-verified by real people. You'll know exactly what's been checked, what's been flagged, and what condition the car is in before you book a viewing. Browse trusted used cars on CarSwitch and find your next car — smoothly done.
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