The new 2024 Mitsubishi Triton isn’t just a better four-wheel drive, it’s a better tow rig too.
RV Daily has just attended the launch of the new 2024 Mitsubishi Triton in South Australia. While we’ve been able to lift the lid on the new Triton, and it is a new Triton, we haven’t been able to discuss our opinions on the vehicle. Gotta love an embargo, right?
Well, the time has come, and it must be said the new 2024 Mitsubishi Triton is a very different vehicle from the MR Triton it replaces. Here are five quick facts I’ve taken away from my time with the new Triton. It’s hard to argue with these facts.
The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton has more power
Tritons have never been powerhouses. Especially when taking off from the line. You don’t have to look far to see reports of turbo lag from the earlier 2.5L motor and, to a lesser degree, the 2.4L motor. Hey, it’s a small-capacity turbo-diesel engine, once on boost, they move along just fine. Well, the freshly redesigned bi-turbo engine found in the new Triton has really gone a long way to address the issue of turbo lag.
The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton, while not making class-leading figures on paper, in the real world – it just does the job now. Mid-range performance is particularly impressive. While it’s natural to think the 8-speed automatic transmission from the Pajero Sport would have been a given, the 6-speed remains. You know what? I don’t mind it either. It’s a well-matched combo.
The new Triton had a growth spurt
The new Triton is longer, both in wheelbase and body length. This is a good thing for the Triton, which was always shorter than the competition. This gave it a more nimble driving experience at the expense of towing capacity. Not anymore, the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton has had a growth spurt and is 130mm longer in wheelbase compared to the MR Triton. A longer wheelbase makes for a more stable vehicle. So that’s another point for the 2024 Triton.
It’s wider
Yep, 50mm wider to be precise. Which is a big increase in track width. A wider vehicle is a more stable vehicle. I don’t know about you, but I reckon stability and towing go together like happy hour and camp chairs. Mitsubishi, you have done the right thing here. Will it hamper off-road ability? I don’t think so, and besides… at least the track width is the same front and rear.
It can legally tow 3,500kg
While I’m sure you will agree towing 3.5T with a dual cab ute isn’t really ideal, I wouldn’t do it personally, the new 2024 Mitsubishi Triton is rated to tow that weight. This to me, more than anything, says Mitsubishi are backing this product, and want to deliver a vehicle that is genuinely competitive on the market. The combination of a longer wheelbase, stronger chassis and suspension redesign is how they’ve been able to increase this figure.
The suspension is better
Suspension (and chassis) revisions are strong with the new Triton. There’s more wheel travel, bigger shocks and bigger struts in the front end. The rear end sees a three-leaf spring pack in most models and a four-leaf pack in more commercially focussed Tritons in the range. Geometry-wise, the front end has been completely redesigned. The Triton of old had the upper control arm sit very low and close to the lower arm. This made lifting the Triton with aftermarket suspension limiting. Not anymore. Mitsubishi has gone for a more traditional suspension setup, reminiscent of a HiLux – and there’s nothing wrong with that. This results in a really good ride. On and off-road.
What I don’t like about the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton
If there is one thing, and I guess these days it’s not an issue, more an annoyance, is the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton uses AdBlue. It’s just another thing to have to monitor. There is a 15L tank, so that’s a positive. And the tank is a sturdy construction, with an additional crossbar offering more protection. With emission regulations getting tighter and tighter, this is just the way it is these days.
