Clean sweep? 2024 Mitsubishi Triton ute to feature all-new ladder-frame chassis and 'clean' turbo-diesel engine to challenge Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux supremacy

Mitsubishi has confirmed its new, sixth-generation Triton ute, scheduled for global reveal later this month, will feature a “newly developed ladder frame, chassis and engine”.

The much-anticipated one-tonne dual cab will also be underpinned by a “newly designed double wishbone front suspension and leaf-spring rear suspension”.

Confirming the clean-sheet approach, Mitsubishi Motors Chief Product Specialist, Yoshiki Masuda said, “Having the full model change of all-new Triton for the first time in about nine years, we have newly developed the engine, suspension, interior and exterior, which has resulted in significant improvements in driving performance, comfort and safety.” 

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This latest news clarifies the direction Mitsubishi is taking with the new Triton’s powertrain, seemingly moving away from the current model’s 2.4-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel for a “clean diesel engine”.

The current 2.4-litre engine produces 133kW/430Nm, which is less than the four-cylinder Ranger (154kW/500Nm) and HiLux (150kW/500Nm) but emits 208g/km of CO2, which the Federal Government’s Green Vehicle Guide rates as “slightly worse than average”.

The sixth-generation Triton ute is scheduled for global reveal later this month.

The new Triton will feature a “newly developed ladder frame, chassis and engine”.

The much-anticipated one-tonne dual cab will have a newly developed engine, suspension, interior and exterior.

‘Clean’ diesel is a concept that’s been much-promised over time but so far not completely delivered, however Mitsubishi is boldly stating it will be in the new Triton.

Touching on the fact the new Triton is the result of an extensive consumer and owner research program (including current and prospective Australian owners), Mr Masuda said, “We have interviewed various customers about their usages and needs, and have repeatedly conducted development tests to meet the demands of a vehicle that works in a harsh environment.” 

CarsGuide will provide full details when the new Triton is finally revealed on July 26, 2023.