Dating back to the late 1970s as the L200 series, the Triton (as it's been known since 1986) is Mitsubishi's one-tonne truck answer to the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger.
Available in similar configurations and spec levels as its closest rivals – single and dual cab, two- and four-wheel drive, and the choice of basic workhorse and upmarket, dual-purpose family truck – the entire Triton range is served by a single diesel engine nowadays. The base model starts from $34,740, rising to $74,990 for the most expensive version. Mitsubishi also uses the Triton as a base for its Pajero Sport seven-seater SUV.
While not the largest, roomiest or most sophisticated in its segment, the Triton's combination of affordable pricing, dependable engineering, easy driveability and total reliability reflects its maker's six decades of experience building medium-sized trucks.
Current prices range from $34,740 to $74,990 for the Triton Glx (4X2) and Triton Raider (4X4).
This vehicle is also known as The Mitsubishi Triton is also known as Mitsubishi Forte, Strada, Dodge Ram 50, Plymouth Arrow Truck, Mitsubishi Mighty Max in markets outside Australia..
The entry-level GLX comes standard with 17-inch steel wheels and 265/65R17 tyres plus a full-size spare, heavy-duty rear suspension, front/rear parking sensors, reversing camera, fabric seat trim, vinyl floors, 7.0-inch driver’s instrument cluster and 9.0-inch multimedia touchscreen with Apple/Android connectivity. The flagship GSR adds 18-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, rear diff-lock, side-steps, LED lights, wireless phone charging, exclusive leather seats with orange accent stitching, power-adjustable driver's seat and more.
The rule of thumb is that a transmission (or differential) noise that comes and goes at various speeds is not too much to worry about. It’s when the noise is constant that you have a major problem. All transmissions wear over time and kilometres, so it’s natural for a transmission to start making a bit of a whine now and then.
Generally, these noises are the result of wear in either the bearings or the meshing surfaces of the gears themselves. If the noise goes away after 80km/h you could just continue to drive the vehicle and keep a note if things change. But if the noise is getting progressively worse or it’s really loud and/or grinding, then you probably need to have the unit checked by a specialist.
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The simplest answer is that the engine’s idle speed is set too low. I think these engines used a stepper motor to control the throttle at idle, and if this fails the engine will run with some throttle applied, but will stall at idle.
If that’s not the cause, you need to look a bit deeper into things like fuel pressure at idle and whether there’s some kind of problem with the fuel-injection system. It could even be something as simple as a dirty fuel or air filter. A good mechanic will know how to alter the idle speed to prevent this happening, although it may involve a new stepper-motor unit.
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A dirty or clogged fuel filter will stop a modern turbo-diesel engine dead in its tracks. In fact, it’s one of the first things a switched-on mechanic will check on vehicles like yours. So if the mechanic has changed the filter and restored to car to full health, then I reckon he or she has probably nailed the cause and fixed it very simply and cheaply for you.
Let’s be honest; there are literally thousands of things that could go wrong that might make your vehicle stop. Modern cars are very complex things, but you need to have faith that sometimes, simple problems occur and can be fixed simply.
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Mitsubishi Triton exterior paint colours include White, Red, Blade Silver Metallic, Graphite Grey Metallic, Impulse Blue Metallic, Black Mica (pearlescent), White Diamond (prestige) and Yamabuki Orange (prestige).
The Triton is powered by just one engine - a 2.4-litre twin-turbo four-cylinder diesel unit, producing 150kW/470Nm.
The Mitsubishi Triton features a comfortable and practical interior design. The dual-cab's rear bench seat offers generous knee and headroom, even for tall people.
The Mitsubishi Triton has official combined average consumption of 7.7L/100km which results in a theoretical driving range of around 970km from its 75-litre tank.
The Mitsubishi Triton has seating for up to five occupants, depending on cabin design. Single-cab and club-cab models are equipped with bucket seats for the driver and front passenger, while dual-cab models add a rear bench seat for up to three passengers.
Mitsubishi does not publish an official 0-100km/h time for the Triton but it's estimated to be around 10 seconds with a top speed of at least 150km/h.
The Mitsubishi Triton dual-cab pick-up's load-tub is internally 1555mm long, 1545mm wide and 526mm deep. The club-cab allows a longer tub length of 1860mm.