Verdict
The RM14,000 step from the Mitsubishi Triton AT Premium to the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete Enhancement buys a 201 hp, 470 Nm two-stage turbodiesel instead of 179 hp and 430 Nm, with peak torque arriving 750 rpm earlier at 1,500 rpm. It also brings Super Select II 4WD, adaptive rather than passive cruise control, a power-adjustable driver’s seat and tailgate assist. Both retain seven airbags, autonomous braking and the same 5,320 mm body, so the Athlete’s case is driveline control and easier daily use, not extra cabin or load space.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton AT Premium if RM14,000 matters more than the Athlete Enhancement’s extra 22 hp, 40 Nm and Super Select II 4WD.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete Enhancement if you want 470 Nm from 1,500 rpm, Super Select II 4WD and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: AT Premium RM145,980; Athlete Enhancement RM159,980.
- Power: AT Premium 179 hp at 3,500 rpm; Athlete Enhancement 201 hp at 3,500 rpm.
- Torque: AT Premium 430 Nm at 2,250 rpm; Athlete Enhancement 470 Nm at 1,500 rpm.
- 4WD system: AT Premium Easy Select 4WD; Athlete Enhancement Super Select II 4WD.
- Cruise control: AT Premium passive; Athlete Enhancement adaptive.
- Driver’s seat: AT Premium manual adjustment; Athlete Enhancement power adjustment.
AT Premium
- RM14,000 lower purchase price.
- Same seven airbags and autonomous braking system.
- Same touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and six speakers.
- Makes 22 hp and 40 Nm less, with peak torque at 2,250 rpm rather than 1,500 rpm.
- Easy Select 4WD instead of Super Select II 4WD.
- Passive cruise control and a manually adjusted driver’s seat.
Athlete Enhancement
- 201 hp and 470 Nm two-stage turbodiesel.
- Super Select II 4WD and adaptive cruise control.
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat and tailgate assist.
- Costs RM14,000 more.
- Shares the AT Premium’s six-speed automatic, 18-inch wheels and seven-airbag safety count.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM145,980✓ | RM159,980 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM794 | RM794 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo | 16-valve DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo |
| Capacity | 2,442 cc | 2,442 cc |
| Horsepower | 179 hp at 3,500 rpm | 201 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 430 Nm at 2,250 rpm | 470 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 105.1 mm | 86 mm × 105.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Six-speed Automatic | Six-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,320 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,795 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,130 mm | 3,130 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Geolander G94 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Easy Select 4WD | Super Select II 4WD |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | With Foldable Armrest | With Foldable Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Voice Command and 6 Speakers | Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Voice Command and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Tailgate Assist |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used cars for sale
AT Premium vs Athlete Enhancement FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton AT Premium or Mitsubishi Triton Athlete Enhancement better?
The Mitsubishi Triton Athlete Enhancement is the better-equipped and more powerful choice, with 201 hp, 470 Nm, Super Select II 4WD and adaptive cruise control. The AT Premium is the smarter buy if those additions do not justify a RM14,000 outlay.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Triton Athlete Enhancement costs RM14,000 more than the Mitsubishi Triton AT Premium: RM159,980 versus RM145,980.
Does the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete Enhancement have better safety equipment?
Its key safety count is the same: both have seven airbags, autonomous braking, blind spot information, collision warning and lane-keeping warning. The Athlete Enhancement adds adaptive cruise control, while the AT Premium uses passive cruise control.
