Mitsubishi Shogun — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
Mitsubishi's legendary, heavy-duty 4x4. Renowned for its extreme durability, high towing capacity, and robust diesel engines.
The Mitsubishi Shogun (also known as the Pajero) is a legendary 4x4, famous for winning the Dakar Rally and offering heavy-duty towing capacity.
It features a massive and robust 3.2-litre DI-D turbodiesel engine, providing heavy-duty torque and outstanding durability.
Running a Shogun means higher fuel bills. A real-world average of 27 MPG is typical for mixed driving, though it can achieve 30 MPG on highway runs.
TL;DR
27 MPG
Real-world diesel
88L
Tank capacity
£120.38
Full tank (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Mitsubishi Shogun achieves an estimated 27 MPG in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 88-litre tank completely costs approximately £125.05 at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
27
Real-world MPG
Diesel
32.8
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Diesel |
|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £1196 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1770 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £2393 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £3589 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £4785 |
| Full tank (88L) | £125.05 |
| Cost per mile | 23.9p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the Shogun compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your Shogun
Switch the electronic super-select system to 2WD mode under normal road conditions to save fuel.
The Shogun is heavy and boxy; keeping motorway speeds at 60-65 mph improves fuel economy significantly.
Fit road-biased tyres to save up to 8% fuel compared to chunky mud tyres.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Mitsubishi Shogun achieving ~27 MPG real-world, if you fill 70 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£7.00
Gross saving on fuel
£0.72
Cost of 3-mile detour
£6.28
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 29 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Mitsubishi Shogun?
The Mitsubishi Shogun achieves approximately 27 MPG diesel in real-world conditions, around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 32.8 MPG.
How much does it cost to fill a Mitsubishi Shogun?
The Mitsubishi Shogun has a fuel tank of 88 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £120.38. Diesel costs approximately £125.05 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Mitsubishi Shogun?
At 7,400 miles/year and 142.1p/litre diesel, a Mitsubishi Shogun costs approximately £1770 per year in diesel.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Mitsubishi Shogun?
In a Mitsubishi Shogun doing ~27 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 70-litre fill nets approximately £6.28 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 29 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Mitsubishi Shogun cost per mile in fuel?
The Mitsubishi Shogun costs approximately 23.9p per mile in diesel at current UK prices.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Mitsubishi Shogun?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Mitsubishi Shogun is 32.8 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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