2025 Mitsubishi Triton payload reduced! Why this is a good thing for buyers of the Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and Isuzu D-Max rival

Mitsubishi has announced the addition of two new low-payload variants to its Triton range, giving customers more financing options. 

From August, the all-new Triton GLS and GSR variants will offer payloads of less than 1000kg, making them eligible for a novated lease. All other specifications on these models will remain unchanged. 

“We have also taken on feedback from dealers, media and most importantly our customer base. The result is the introduction of an enhanced model range with the addition of variants that offer payloads of under 1000kg,” said Mitsubishi Motors Australia CEO, Shaun Westcott.

Mitsubishi told CarsGuide that the new GLS variant will have a payload of 953kg, while the new GSR variant will offer a payload of 909kg, down from 1075kg and 1030kg from the original variants, respectively. 

Essentially, a novated lease means that your employer is a party to your purchasing agreement, and allows your vehicle repayments to be paid out of your earnings by your employer before tax is deducted.

Your tax income is then calculated on your now reduced salary, meaning you have more disposable income. It also means that you don’t have to pay GST on the purchase price of your car at the time of sale, lowering the sale price by a further 10 per cent.

All Triton models are powered by a bi-turbo 2.4-litre four-cylinder diesel engine that produces 150kW of power and 470Nm of torque. Power is transferred through a six-speed automatic transmission.

The GLS and GSR variants both come standard with four-wheel drive.

2024 Mitsubishi Triton pricing before on-road

Variant	Price
GLX Double Cab 4x2	$43,690
GLX+ Club Cab 4x4	$50,340
GLX Double Cab 4x4	$50,940
GLX+ Double Cab 4x4	$53,290
GLS Double Cab 4x4*	$59,090
GSR Double Cab 4x4*	$63,840

*Pricing same for under- and over-1000kg payload versions.