Mitsubishi Shogun Sport Commercial unveiled

Mitsubishi has created a cargo-carrying variant of the recently-launched five-door Shogun Sport. Named Commercial, it’ll be available exclusively in the UK.

While the conversion yields a completely flat load-space floor, other features suggest confusion regarding this vehicle’s purpose.

Mitsubishi Shogun Sport Commercial (2018) Front Side

For starters, carpet rather than rubber matting is fitted throughout, plus a vestigial bulkhead protecting the front-seat occupants is just six inches tall. Consequently, the Shogun Sport Commercial won’t be particularly suited to hauling items that are grubby or liable to fly forwards under heavy braking.

Furthermore, the specification includes opaque windows from the B pillars rearwards, which isn’t ideal for either security or privacy. Steel panel alternatives are going to appear on the options list, though.

Mitsubishi Shogun Sport Commercial (2018) Load Space

Perhaps the strangest aspect is Mitsubishi’s decision to base the Commercial on the range-topping Shogun Sport 4 trim grade. Luxuries such as adaptive cruise control, power-adjustable heated seats, leather upholstery, dual-zone air conditioning and keyless entry come as standard, but they’re unlikely to appeal to business users primarily concerned with utility.

As per the regular Shogun Sport, power is provided by a 178 bhp (133 kW / 181 PS) 2.4 litre turbocharged diesel engine. That output gets delivered via an eight-speed automatic transmission and the Super Select II all-wheel drive system.

Mitsubishi Shogun Sport Commercial (2018) Rear Side

Pricing has yet to be announced.

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