Car review: 2024 Mitsubishi Triton
For tradies, the Triton has always been one of the more capable, better-value utes – and the price and function of the new 2024 models will make this popular Mitsubishi an even better choice.
Value
Value is the mainstay of the Mitsubishi brand, particularly with emerging Chinese and Korean brands offering utes soon.
The best overall package among the Triton line is the 4×4 GLS because buyers get Mitsubishi’s Super Select 4WD-II, bigger wheels, a bed liner, LED lighting and more features.
Mitsubishi’s five-year/100,000km standard warranty is extended to a 10-year/200,000km warranty if you have the vehicle serviced at a Mitsubishi dealer. Mitsubishi also offers 10-year capped-price servicing.
Design and function
Adelaide-based Mitsubishi engineers have played a vital role in the development of the Triton, with the vehicle tested on South Australia’s country roads to make sure it suits Australian conditions. The South Australian influence is evident in the square cup holder designed to hold a Farmers Union iced coffee carton.
The Triton’s new slab-sided ute silhouette means there’s a 50mm wider body and wheel track. This might not sound like much, but the extra width has prompted interior design changes and given the Triton noticeably more room. This is apparent in the back seat, with room for three adults to fit comfortably. In the cargo area, Mitsubishi has lowered the floor to a more usable height, and it will fit a euro pallet between the wheel arches.
Triton’s user interface is accessed via the easy-to-read, nine-inch digital touch screen, which features embedded satellite navigation, Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth phone and audio, DAB, and two USB inputs.
Safety and handling
Gaining a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, the Triton has eight airbags, including a centre airbag, and a comprehensive suite of active safety systems. Unfortunately, the technology can be a little finicky, as the column-mounted driver-attention warning detector doesn’t like drivers wearing sunglasses because it can’t easily detect eye movements. On the road, the Triton has soft but predictable handling on winding Adelaide Hills roads. Off-road is where the Triton is very competent, especially with the Super Select 4WD-II system in the top two specs.
Fuel economy and towing
Triton is only available with the new 2.4-litre bi-turbo diesel engine and its lugging power delivery is seamless. All variants have six-speed automatic transmission because no manual transmission is
currently available.
The Triton’s payload is just over a tonne and with a 3.5-tonne towing capacity and a useable 6250kg gross combined mass if you’re towing a trailer, this Mitsubishi is a real workhorse.
Mitsubishi states the Triton’s fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100km, and although it used more on my drive, it’s still exceptional for a ute.
The bottom line
South Australians still love their utes and for the cost-savvy buyer – whether it’s a private or business purchase – the new Mitsubishi Triton is good value and a competent all-round package.
| Specs | |
|---|---|
| Price | $43,690-$63,840 |
| ANCAP safety rating | 5 stars |
| Fuel consumption | 7.7L/100km |
| Warranty | Five-year/100,000km warranty which is extended to a 10-year/200,000km warranty if serviced at a Mitsubishi dealer |
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