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The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton range of configurations is currently priced from $29,990.
Carsguide Deputy News Editor Tom White had this to say at the time: It’s a tough test for two tough utes, which are more evenly matched than we first expected. It’s clear both also make great alternatives to the HiLux or Ranger.
You can read the full review here.
The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton carries a braked towing capacity of up to 3000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Mitsubishi Triton is also known as Mitsubishi Forte, Strada, Dodge Ram 50, Plymouth Arrow Truck, Mitsubishi Mighty Max in markets outside Australia.
The cheapest Triton GLX model is a mix of utility and technology, and features cloth seats, vinyl flooring, electric lumbar support for the driver, keyless entry, a 7.0-inch driver display and second 9.0-inch multimedia screen with navigation, Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay.
Stepping up to the GLX+ adds a rear diff-lock, side steps, fog lamps, 17-inch alloys, LED brake lights, tinted rear privacy glass and some added safety kit.
Springing for the GLS earns you Mitsubishi's 'Super Select 4WD II system' - including its Torsen centre differential and added off-road functions. There's also 18-inch alloys, a tray liner, heated electric door mirrors, LED lights, a black grille, dual-zone climate and push-button start.
Finally, the flagship GSR is fitted with black 18-inch alloy wheels, a body-colour side bars across the black grille, a sport bar and roof rails. Inside, there are leather seats, unique floor mats, better cabin materials and power driver's seat adjustment.
The Mitsubishi Triton 2024 prices range from $29,370 for the basic trim level Single Cab GLX (4X2) to $75,240 for the top of the range Dual Cab GSR Special Edition (4X4).
This is another common question, but it’s one without a simple answer as the Triton’s transmission is not designed to have its fluid checked by the owner. As such, it has no dipstick, because Mitsubishi says the transmission is a sealed system and doesn’t need to have the level checked. Which is fine until the gearbox develops a leak and some fluid escapes. But that isn’t in the plan according to Mitsubishi.
The fluid is only supposed to be inspected when the transmission is serviced, which happens from underneath the vehicle. At that point, the transmission is drained of all its fluid and the specified amount replaced. Which is absolutely no help to you wishing to check the fluid level and condition as a (sensible) preventative maintenance measure.
Freezing the owner out of any potential home maintenance might be a great way to save money on the production line, but it doesn’t do much for those of us who like to keep an eye on our cars before niggles become problems.
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Squeaking when a car’s suspension moves up and down is usually down to a couple of things. Either there’s wear in a ball-joint or suspension bush, or the bushes and joints are full of dry dust. Have you driven the Triton off-road in sand or dust recently? You might find that some dust has managed to work its way into the rubber bushings and is causing the noise.
At worst, you may have damage to something in the suspension that is placing a load where it shouldn’t or perhaps even rubbing where it shouldn’t. With the vehicle securely parked, you can climb underneath and have a friend use their body weight to bounce the vehicle on the spot. If you’re lucky, you might be able to pin-point the source of the squeak.
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Let’s go back to basics here: Is there water in the reservoir? It might sound like a silly question, but many owners don’t think about routine maintenance like this, mainly because modern cars are so reliable in the first place.
If there is water in the reservoir, can you hear the washer pump motor when you hit the lever for the washers? If you can, then there could be a blockage in the line somewhere (it wouldn’t be the first time an insect or dust has blocked one of these tiny tubes). If you can’t hear the motor, the problem is most likely an electrical one and could be anything from a fried pump motor to a simple blown fuse.
Don’t be confused by the wipers working and the washers not; they’re two very separate systems.
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The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton's engine is no bigger, but is now a twin-charge twin-turbo offering, meaning the 2.4-litre diesel now produces 150kW at 3500rpm and 470Nm from 1500rpm.
The new Triton carries Mitsubishi's ute into the modern world, with clever technology, clever materials in the higher-spec models, and wireless phone charging and mirroring.
The Triton has a 75-litre fuel tank, which, at today's prices in Sydney, would mean $150 to fill up. Based on the claimed fuel use, that should deliver a driving range of bang-on 1000km.
The Triton is a five-seat ute offering, though this new model debuting what Mitsubishi describes as a "more commanding" driving position, which sees you sit a little higher in the cabin. The seats are comfortable, and there is space aplenty.
There is no official zero-to-100km/h time for the Triton, but we would estimate it at around 10 seconds. Top speed is around 190km/h.
There's no boot to speak of, but the Mitsubishi Triton's tray is now bigger, and slightly lower, making loading an unloading easier. Payloads range from 1030kg to 1110kg.