7.6
2023 Mitsubishi Triton GLS review
It's cheaper than an up-spec Ranger or HiLux but pricier than a Chinese or Korean ute. Does that make the Mitsubishi Triton the best compromise?
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2022 Mitsubishi Triton vs 2024 Volkswagen Amarok Comparison
Mitsubishi Triton
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2022 Mitsubishi
Triton
vs
2024 Volkswagen
Amarok
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the pick up or cab chassis 4x4 category, between scores of 7 and 8.4.
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7.6
8.2
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Based on the Mitsubishi Triton GLS (4x4)
Based on the Volkswagen Amarok AVENTURA TSI452 4MOTION
Best suitable for...
Work
Driving the family
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
75L
585 to 855 km
80L
568 to 792 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
warranty
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5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
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$55,490 - $82,990
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CarExpert's Take
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Max Davies
Marketplace Journalist
Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fun hot hatch engine
- Upmarket styling all round
- Unexpectedly plush ride
Misses
- Getting quite expensive
- Scarce storage and minimal buttons
- Inconsistent transmission behaviour
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
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- Metallic Paint (+$990)
Colours Available
The Triton GLX is available in the following colours:
- White
- Red
- Impulse Blue
- Sterling Silver
- Graphite Grey
- Black
The GLX-R gains a Diamond White option.
The range-topping Triton GSR is offered in:
- White Diamond
- Sunflare Orange
- Graphite Grey
- Black
While options and pricing haven’t been confirmed yet, we know the Amarok will be available in eight exterior colours including one colour unique to VW.
- Frozen White
- Agate Black metallic
- Blue Lightning metallic
- Carbonised Grey metallic
- Lucid Red metallic
- Moondust Silver metallic
- Diffused Silver metallic
- Moroccan Blue metallic (unique to Volkswagen)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIESEL DIR INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | BI TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2351 - 2442 | 1996 - 2993 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.4L | 2.0L, 2.3L, 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | BI TURBO DIESEL 4, TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO V6, DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 12 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 94kW - 133kW | 125kW - 222kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3500 - 5250 | 3250 - 5900 | |
| Torque | ||
| 194Nm - 430Nm | 405Nm - 600Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2500 - 4000 | 1750 - 3350 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9 - 15.5 | 10 - 16.5 | |
