As we speak, the all-new Mitsubishi Triton has lastly made its official launch in Malaysia, following its world debut in July 2023.
A complete of 5 variants of the most recent Triton have been introduction to the market by Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), and the vary consists of the Triton Single Cab (RM101,980), Triton MT (RM114,980), Triton AT GL (RM116,980), Triton AT Premium (RM145,980) and Triton Athlete (RM165,980); all costs listed below are on-the-road with out insurance coverage, legitimate till December 31, 2024.
In comparison with the previous-generation mannequin, the all-new Triton sees the Athlete and Premium variants see a value hike of RM10k, the GL auto goes RM3k increased and the GL guide goes RM5k costlier. In the meantime, the manual-transmission Premium and Triton Quest has been dropped for this era.
With the arrival of the brand new era comes progress, and the Triton has grown in the important thing exterior dimensions; the third-generation pick-up truck now measures 5,360 mm lengthy (55 mm longer than its predecessor), 1,930 mm vast (+115 mm) and 1,815 mm tall (+35 mm), whereas wheelbase is 3,130 mm (+130 mm).
This progress steps up the Triton from being among the many smallest within the pick-up truck section, to one of many largest; for reference, the present Toyota Hilux measures 5,325 mm lengthy, 1,855 mm vast, 1,815 mm tall with a wheelbase of three,085 mm.
The Triton Athlete is on the market in a variant-specific Yamabuki Orange color possibility, with the entrance Dynamic Defend parts completed in metallic black (that is full chrome on the Premium, physique color on the GL). The range-topper additionally provides on black over fenders, door handles and roof rails, plus a tailgate spoiler. The GL variant additionally wears a special entrance fascia from its stablemates.
The workhorse role-focused variant is now assumed by the high-rider Triton Single Cab that’s the entry level to the vary, succeeding the Triton Quest that was the of low-rider, double-cab format. That is touted to have the biggest cargo mattress in its section, with a bay that measures 2,340 mm lengthy and 1,580 mm vast.
Forming the premise of the all-new Triton is the Megaframe chassis that brings a newly developed ladder body that sports activities a 65% higher cross-sectional space in comparison with its fifth-generation predecessor (second-generation Triton), the place elevated use of high-tensile power metal, yielding positive factors in bending rigidity by 40%, and torsional rigidity by 60%.
Suspension format is of the pick-up truck staple, that employs double wishbones in entrance and leaf springs on the rear. The entrance double wishbones have had the higher arm mountings raised to be able to enhance suspension stroke by 20 mm to profit roadholding and journey consolation. In the meantime, the rear leaf springs get thicker dampers to profit journey high quality. For steering, the most recent Triton makes use of a rack-and-pinion setup, the place the Athlete will get electrical energy help; all different Triton variants use hydraulic energy steering.
Powertrain choices within the third-generation Triton vary in Malaysia start with the brand new Hyperpower 4N16 turbodiesel engine that produces 184 PS and 430 Nm of torque within the Triton Single Cab, succeeding the Triton Quest with yet another gear ratio to supply a six-speed guide, and 4WD as a substitute of RWD.
This additionally means the Single Cab outputs 74 PS/230 Nm greater than the earlier 2.5L non-VGT turbodiesel within the earlier Quest. This engine with the aforementioned 184 PS/430 Nm state of tune can be put in in the remainder of the Triton vary.
The highest Triton Athlete variant that outputs 204 PS and 470 Nm, or 20 PS and 40 Nm greater than the earlier range-topper courtesy of a twin sequential turbocharger association. The Triton Athlete engine is rated Euro 5 whereas all different variants are rated for Euro 4, and all engine variants now get a diesel particulate filter, which is a Triton-first in Malaysia.
Computerized transmission-equipped variations of the brand new Triton obtain a six-speed automated gearbox with Sports activities mode, whereas the three-pedal variants get a six-speed guide unit that’s designed to cut back the transmission of vibrations immediately from the engine, for improved consolation.
The uprated package for the bottom Triton Single Cab now implies that the vary will get 4WD throughout the board, starting with Straightforward Choose 4WD that provides the customary 2H, 4H (with locked centre differential) and 4L choice, whereas the highest Triton Athlete variant positive factors the Tremendous Choose 4WD-II driveline.
The Tremendous Choose 4WD-II setup within the Triton Athlete gives the selection of 4 driveline choices – 2H (rear-wheel-drive), 4H (full-time 4WD), 4HLc (4WD with locked centre differential) and 4LLc (4WD in low-range, with locked centre differential). These work along with seven drive modes, together with on-road modes, up from the 4 off-road modes within the earlier Triton.
Along with Regular mode, 2H additionally gives Eco mode, 4H has Gravel and Snow modes, 4HLc has Mud and Sand modes, and 4LLc has the Rock mode to supply totally different capabilities for a wide range of terrain situations. The Triton Athlete additionally will get Energetic Yaw Management (AYC) that applies gentle braking to the within entrance wheel throughout a flip to enhance cornering efficiency.
Inside, the third-generation Triton will get an intensive refresh of its cabin by the adoption of the ‘Horizontal Axis’ design idea that includes daring, geometric shapes for an emphasis on robustness. The re-orientation now sees the infotainment – now an unique Mitsubishi unit as a substitute of an add-on – grow to be a display screen situated above the A/C vents and perched atop the dashboard, in contrast the its predecessor which situated the display screen between every central A/C vent.
In comparison with its predecessor, the Triton Athlete substitutes the 360-degree digicam suite for a bought reverse digicam, and the brand new mannequin additionally does with out transmission shift paddles.
A mechanical handbrake is retained within the new Triton, whereas the steering wheel is a marked departure from that of the earlier mannequin, now being of a sportier three-spoke design with a smaller airbag housing, and the steering wheel-mounted controls have been extra tightly built-in into the left- and right-side spokes, from the older designs extra spread-out configuration.
Infotainment within the Triton Athlete is by a seven-inch touchscreen unit supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with voice command, together with USB and Bluetooth connectivity and MP3 playback help.
A redesign of inside contact factors with the Mitsubishi Contact strategy focuses on grip consolation and sturdiness – each welcome traits in a pick-up truck, whereas gentle padding in key areas increase occupant safety.
Security tools and driver help methods get uprated within the new, third-generation Triton, the place the out there tools contains ahead collision mitigation (FCM), lane departure warning (LDW), adaptive cruise management (ACC), blind spot warning with lane change help, rear cross-traffic alert, and extra. Right here, lively security tools additionally contains stability and traction management, hill descent management, and hill begin help.
For passive security package, the Athlete and Premium variants get seven airbags (twin entrance, aspect, curtain and driver’s knee), whereas the automated and guide GL variants get three airbags (driver and entrance passenger, and driver’s knee).
To recap, the all-new Mitsubishi Triton is priced from RM101,980 for the Single Cab, as much as RM165,980 for the highest Triton Athlete. Guarantee for the Triton Athlete is a five-year, limitless mileage protection relevant for orders made by December 31, 2024, whereas all different variants get a five-year, 200,000 km guarantee.
Third-generation Mitsubishi Triton Athlete in Malaysia
Third-generation Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab in Malaysia
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