MITSUBISHI is edging closer to its revival in the UK and one of its most beloved models could be a returnee.
The Japanese brand is making its comeback some six years after its withdrawal led by a new Outlander PHEV and revamped L200 – although an all-new, next-generation Shogun is also on the cards.
According to Auto Express, the new Shogun has already been seen testing in the US and was also spotted on German roads – possibly a sign Mitsubishi is developing it with European conditions in mind.
The previous Shogun models were popular in the UK before it was discontinued – leaving the L200-based Shogun Sport as the closest alternative.
The fourth-gen model, first launched in 2006, stayed on sale for a long time and went through numerous facelifts – but it consistently remained a capable off-roader.
Now, it seems the fifth-generation model will stick closely to that traditional proper 4×4 formula – expected to be a large, rugged SUV, broadly comparable in size to the likes of the Land Rover Discovery and Toyota Land Cruiser.
The test car was spotted featuring an upright, imposing front design and large open grille, along with the visible exhaust beneath the rear bumper.
This perhaps suggests it will boast a combustion engine rather than being fully electric.
Style wise, it’s expected to take cues from the newest L200 pick-up, so the Shogun is likely to feature flatter body surfaces and squared-off, functional-looking lines.
A panoramic sunroof, winter tyres and side steps also seem possible.
Mitsubishi’s initial UK relaunch is due in the summer with the two aforementioned models, while sales for a new Shogun are being suggested beginning in early 2027.
However, there is not yet confirmation that the Shogun will definitely be part of Mitsubishi’s UK line-up.
Pricing is, of course, unknown, but will be easier to judge once the first two returning models are on sale.
The Shogun, though, would be expedited to sit above both the L200 and Outlander in the range.
Its two rivals, the Land Cruiser and Discovery, now start at more than £80,000, while used Shoguns have held their value strongly despite being discontinued – so a new model could be pricey.
