Unveiled globally in 2025, the all-new Destinator has been designed for emerging markets such as Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa and combines exceptional quality with value-for-money qualities. The Destinator will be built in the brand’s Indonesian plant, which is also responsible for models such as the Outlander Sport and Xpander.
Creature comforts will include a panoramic sunroof, 65-colour ambient lighting, a large 12,3-inch infotainment screen paired with an eight-inch digital instrument cluster and a Yamaha audio system.
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The all-new Destinator will be powered by a 1,5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that delivers 120kW and 250Nm, powering the front wheels via a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Five driving modes will allow the driver to balance performance and economy according to their needs. Mitsubishi’s off-road technologies such as Active Yaw Control are in place to ensure safe and reliable driving performance across a variety of road surfaces and weather conditions.
“The Destinator is an all-new SUV designed for South African families and explorers alike. With its bold capabilities and versatile design, we are excited to help our customers embark on new journeys while strengthening our presence in the compact SUV segment,” says Lerato Nonyane, general manager of product and marketing at Mitsubishi Motors South Africa.
She says the Destinator combines the practicality of an MPV with the styling of an SUV. Seating for seven across three rows is infinitely configurable with the second and third rows adjustable via a 40:20:40 split or a 50:50 split respectively. It also offers 25 storage spaces to swallow everything that a family needs.
“The Destinator is equipped with the latest in active and passive driver-assistance systems, including the newest advanced driver-assistance system technology and six airbags. This saw the Destinator earn a maximum five-star rating in the 2025 ASEAN NCAP, a comprehensive safety performance assessment program for new vehicles in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region.
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“As part of an exclusive pre-launch campaign in March, the first 20 customers to secure an all-new Mitsubishi Destinator will not only be able to purchase the Destinator at a special price, but will also unlock a substantial mystery prize, an extraordinary reward designed to ignite their ownership journey and set the tone for countless adventures behind the wheel of their new Destinator,” says Nonyane.
Exact local specifications, model range and pricing will be released closer to the launch date in March.
