Mitsubishi Reviews

The Pajero Sport's engine may make decent numbers, but can the relatively little 2.4-litre still manage decent performance and economy when pulling a decent load?

There are many different ways to approach the SUV segment, but ute-based off-roaders is one part of the market that's gaining traction.

The second step up the Mitsubishi Triton 2019 model ladder is the GLX+ variant.This model pushes things up a touch in price, with two body-styles on sale: the diesel 4x4 ‘Club Cab’ auto pick-up priced at $40,490 plus on-road costs, or the the dual cab diesel 4x4 available in manual ($39,990) or auto ($42,490).Over the GLX that sits below it, the GLX+ adds some desirable items - things that will appeal to customers who want that ‘dual-purpose’ role from their work vehicle. The GLX+ has a 7.0-inch touchscreen media system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, GPS tracking (but no sat nav) and two USB ports up front. GLX+ models have 16-inch alloy wheels, side steps, a black door sash, chrome interior door handles and climate control air-con.GLX+ models also get Mitsubishi’s ADAS (Advanced Driver Assist System) pack, which consists of forward collision mitigation (collision alert and auto emergency braking, or AEB), lane departure warning, auto headlights and auto wipers. That’s in addition to a reversing camera and rear parking sensors, stability control and seven airbags on all models.It is powered by a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine producing 133kW of power (at 3500rpm) and 430Nm of torque (at 2500rpm). For the dual cab there’s the choice of a six-speed manual transmission or a new six-speed automatic (up from the existing five-speed auto).

The entry point to the Mitsubishi Triton 2019 range is the GLX variant, which can be had in a number of different styles.There are 2WD and 4WD GLX models available, with the choice of single cab-chassis, extra cab-chassis, dual cab-chassis and dual cab pick-up body styles. Depending on the body type and drivetrain, prices vary from $22,490 plus on-road costs up to $39,990 plus on-roads. But check the company’s website or Autotrader as you might find better deals.The petrol version is a 2.4-litre four-cylinder motor doesn’t have a turbocharger, and it produces 94kW (at 5250rpm) and 194Nm (at 4000rpm). There’s a five-speed manual gearbox, and it’s rear-wheel drive only.There’s also a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine producing 133kW of power (at 3500rpm) and 430Nm of torque (at 2500rpm). There’s the choice of a six-speed manual transmission or a new six-speed automatic (up from the existing five-speed auto), and that’s whether you choose the 4x2 or 4x4 model.Standard on GLX is a trip computer, cruise control, power steering, air conditioner, halogen headlights and daytime running lights, a 6.1-inch touch screen media system with Bluetooth phone and audio streaming (two speakers for the sound system in the single cab, four in the extra cab, and four in the dual cab), AM/FM radio and USB connectivity. GLX models roll on 16-inch steel wheels.There are some models in the GLX range that see Mitsubishi’s ADAS (Advanced Driver Assist System) added - they are the 4WD Club Cab auto cab chassis, double cab manual (2WD), double cab auto pick-up (4WD), and double cab auto cab-chassis. The ADAS pack consists of forward collision mitigation (collision alert and auto emergency braking, or AEB), lane departure warning, auto headlights and auto wipers. That’s in addition to a reversing camera and rear parking sensors, stability control and seven airbags on all models.

The Triton is the third-best seller in the country behind the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger. And now it has been updated with an even more masculine look. But there's more to this workhorse truck than just brawn - it also has brains.

The third tier of the Mitsubishi Triton 2019 range is the GLS.It is available as a 4x4 double cab pick-up only and has a list price of $44,490 for the manual and $46,990 for the auto, which is a bump of two grand over the previous model (but there are already deals being done…). GLS adds Mitsubishi’s Super Select II 4WD system with new drive modes, a centre diff lock, a sports bar, 18-inch alloy wheels, a chrome grille, chrome exterior handles and a chrome sports bar, HID headlights, LED DRLs, fog lights, privacy glass, a leather steering wheel and shift knob, fabric door trim inserts, six speakers for the sound system, power folding door mirrors and carpet flooring.It gets Mitsubishi’s ADAS (Advanced Driver Assist System) pack, which consists of forward collision mitigation (collision alert and auto emergency braking, or AEB), lane departure warning, auto headlights and auto wipers. That’s in addition to a reversing camera and rear parking sensors, stability control and seven airbags on all models.There’s more safety stuff: hill descent control, auto high beam headlights, front parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and lane change assist are all standard. It is powered by a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine producing 133kW of power (at 3500rpm) and 430Nm of torque (at 2500rpm). For the dual cab there’s the choice of a six-speed manual transmission or a new six-speed automatic (up from the existing five-speed auto). 

The flagship model in the Mitsubishi Triton 2019 range is the GLS Premium, a new nameplate that replaced the existing Exceed variant.The GLS Premium is a dual cab auto 4x4, and it costs $51,990 on the official list price (but it’s $50,990 drive away at the time of writing). There is no manual version.Instead, all GLS Premium models are powered by a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine producing 133kW of power (at 3500rpm) and 430Nm of torque (at 2500rpm). It uses a six-speed auto transmission, which replaces the existing five-speeder.The GLS Premium improves on the already good standard equipment list of the GLS, adding a standard fit rear diff lock, a nudge bar, leather-look door trim inserts, push-button start, leather seats, heated front seats, electric driver’s seat adjustment, paddle shifters and a tub-liner (under rail). Plus there’s a surround-view camera system.That’s on top of the GLS’s Mitsubishi’s Super Select II 4WD system with new drive modes, a centre diff lock, a sports bar, 18-inch alloy wheels, a chrome grille, chrome exterior handles and a chrome sports bar, HID headlights, LED DRLs, fog lights, privacy glass, a leather steering wheel and shift knob, fabric door trim inserts, six speakers for the sound system, power folding door mirrors and carpet flooring.And it gets Mitsubishi’s ADAS (Advanced Driver Assist System) pack, which consists of forward collision mitigation (collision alert and auto emergency braking, or AEB), lane departure warning, auto headlights and auto wipers. That’s in addition to a reversing camera and rear parking sensors, stability control and seven airbags on all models.There’s more safety stuff: hill descent control, auto high beam headlights, front parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and lane change assist are all standard.

Mitsubishi's ASX is a small SUV in competition with cars like the Mazda CX-3 and Hyundai Kona.

There are definite advantages to owning a Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. Even if you've never thought about going off-road and you're not really a camping kind of person, a few weeks driving this car will have you planning road trips through rivers and along rocky coastlines and sandy beaches. Or at least, you can dream about it, even if those trips never eventuate.

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