Mitsubishi Triton 2005-2015 used car review

The Mitsubishi Triton has a high load and tow rating.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.4 out of 5

The good

Decent tow and load capacity
Style that stands out from truck-like competitors
Very supportive front seats and a roomy rear

The not-so-good

Significant turbo lag
The reliability of the 2.5-litre diesel engine is a concern

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2014 Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R

Price

$19,000 to $35,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

2.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged, 133kW/407Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Four-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive

Safety rating

Four-star ANCAP

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Full size wheel

Fuel economy

9.3-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Diesel

Length

5030mm

Width

1750mm

Height

1775mm

Towing capacity

750kg (unbraked), 3000kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.8m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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