Lastly, it’s time for the all-new Mitsubishi Triton in Malaysia. Now open for reserving, that is the sixth-generation of Mitsubishi’s pick-up truck, and the third one to make use of the Triton title right here.
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) will promote 5 variants of the 2025 Triton, starting from the brand new high-rider Triton Single Cab (earlier workhorse of the vary was the Triton Quest, a low-rider double cab) to the highest variant, the Triton Athlete. Estimated pricing is from RM102,000 for the Single Cab to RM170,000 for the Athlete. The official studio pics launched by MMM present these two variants.
“Mitsubishi Motors has produced roughly 5.6 million pickup vehicles spanning 5 generations over 45 years since its first launch in 1978. With a report of gross sales in 150 nations, the pick-up truck is a world strategic car for Mitsubishi Motors. Now in its sixth era, the all-new Triton is totally redesigned from the outside and inside to the chassis, ladder body, and engine,” mentioned MMM CEO Shinya Ikeda.
MMM has chosen six highlights for the brand new Triton, and they’re Elevated Strong Styling (scary-sounding Beast Mode design language), Upgraded Efficiency (new 2.4L turbodiesel with 204 PS/470 Nm), Beefed-up physique measurement (bigger physique with new ‘mega-frame’ chassis), Wonderful Journey Consolation, Improved Security (Energetic Yaw Management, ADAS) and SUV-Impressed Comforts (wi-fi charging, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, storage areas). We’ll elaborate.
The corporate reveals that the Single Cab is powered by a 2.4-litre turbodiesel with 184 PS and 430 Nm – that is the mid-level of tune for the all-new 4N16 VGT engine, which tops out at 204 PS/470 Nm with a two-stage turbo (more likely to be reserved for the Athlete). This additionally implies that the bottom 150 PS/330 Nm tune won’t be supplied right here.
For context, the previous-generation Triton’s outgoing 2.4L engine had 181 PS/430 Nm throughout the board, aside from the workhorse Quest, which had simply 110 PS/200 Nm from a non-VGT 2.5-litre turbodiesel, mated to a five-speed guide and rear-wheel-drive. Apart from the additional 74 PS/230 Nm – a monumental improve – the brand new Single Cab additionally will get another ratio (6MT) and one other pushed axle (4WD). On the different finish of the vary, the brand new Athlete positive factors 20 PS/40 Nm.
MMM claims best-in-class energy for the Triton Single Cab and likewise the biggest mattress within the section – 2,340 mm lengthy and 1,580 mm large. Talking of dimensions, the Triton’s double cab physique – which is now extra sq. lower and macho-looking than earlier than – is considerably bigger too. At 5,360 mm lengthy, 1,930 mm large and 1,815 mm tall, it’s 55 mm longer, 115 mm wider and 35 mm taller than the earlier truck. At 3,130 mm, the wheelbase is 130 mm longer.
MMC’s Tremendous Choose 4WD-II system options 4 modes – 2H (rear-wheel drive), 4H (full-time 4WD), 4HLc (locked centre differential) and 4LLc (locked centre differential with decrease gears). It now incorporates Energetic Yaw Management (AYC), which improves cornering efficiency by evenly braking the within entrance wheel.
As for security, based mostly on Thai specs, the ADAS pack consists of Ahead Collision Mitigation (AEB) and Blind Spot Warning with Lane Change Help and Rear Cross Site visitors Alert (RCTA). An addition to the suite for this era is Adaptive Cruise Management.
You already know the outdated saying about ready ages for a bus after which two come alongside directly? MMM has simply launched the Xpander facelift and now we’ve got the brand new Triton, which is able to be a part of the corporate’s ‘Drive Your Ambition Model Competition’ that kicked off with the MPV’s launch. The primary 500 who place a reserving for the brand new Triton by way of the Mitsubishi On-line Showroom will get a 60L folding storage field price RM450.
As soon as once more, there are 5 variants bookended by the brand new Single Cab and the range-topping Athlete with the 204 PS engine. The estimated value vary is from RM102k to RM170k. For context, the outgoing Triton Athlete’s RRP is RM155,900 on-the-road with out insurance coverage.
If the brand new Athlete’s estimate turns into ultimate (it’s often barely decrease), we’re taking a look at a RM14k improve for a raft of upgrades headlined by the brand new engine. Coincidentally, Toyota has simply elevated costs for the Hilux, which now tops out at RM173,280 for the two.8L GR Sport. What do you consider the brand new Triton’s design and the Athlete’s package deal?
GALLERY: 2025 Mitsubishi Triton Athlete, Thai spec
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