
The Patrol fits long highway drives and demanding off-road use, while the Mitsubishi Pajero is more suited for city commuting and general family use. In the UAE market, the choice often boils down to usage patterns and budget. Here’s a data comparison for the popular V8 Patrol and the 3.5L V6 Pajero (based on 2023-2024 GCC specs and owner-reported averages):
| Aspect | Nissan Patrol (V8, 5.6L) | Mitsubishi Pajero (V6, 3.5L) |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Economy | ~4.5 km/l (Special 95) | ~6.8 km/l (Special 95) |
| Annual Depreciation (first 5 years) | ~15% (less) | ~22% (more) |
| Typical Annual Maintenance Cost (for 20,000 km) | ~8,500 AED | ~5,200 AED |
| Common Use Case | Desert trips, towing, long highway journeys | Daily school run, urban errands, light gravel roads |

I had a Patrol for years but switched to a Pajero last year. The main reason was my daily drive from Dubai Silicon Oasis to Downtown. The Patrol’s fuel consumption in stop-and-go traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road was hitting around 3.8 km/l in summer, it was painful. The Pajero gives me nearly 7 km/l on the same route with the A/C on full blast. For my weekly supermarket trips and the occasional drive to Hatta, it’s more than enough. I miss the Patrol's power on the desert trips, but for 90% of my driving, the Pajero makes more sense.

I had a Patrol for years but switched to a Pajero last year. The main reason was my daily drive from Dubai Silicon Oasis to Downtown. The Patrol’s fuel consumption in stop-and-go traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road was hitting around 3.8 km/l in summer, it was painful. The Pajero gives me nearly 7 km/l on the same route with the A/C on full blast. For my weekly supermarket trips and the occasional drive to Hatta, it’s more than enough. I miss the Patrol's power on the desert trips, but for 90% of my driving, the Pajero makes more sense.

From my showroom in Sharjah, the used car market tells the real story. A 5-year-old Patrol with 100,000 km will sell for about 55-60% of its original price if it has full service history. A Pajero of the same age and mileage struggles to get 45-50%. People come looking for the Patrol for one reason: it's seen as a "lifetime" car. The V8 engine, if maintained, regularly goes beyond 300,000 km without major issues, which is crucial for buyers planning desert adventures or frequent Abu Dhabi highway trips. The Pajero is a solid car, but its resale curve is steeper.










