Verdict
The RM29,000 step from RM116,980 to RM145,980 buys safety and day-to-day kit, not extra shove: both Tritons use a 179 hp/430 Nm 2.4-litre turbodiesel, six-speed automatic and Easy Select 4WD. The dearer one earns its keep with seven airbags instead of three, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, LED projector headlamps and a reverse camera. Its 18-inch wheels, touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus dual-zone climate control also make it the easier truck to live with. Pick the cheaper version only if those upgrades are not priorities.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if you want the same 179 hp, 430 Nm diesel drivetrain and 4WD for RM29,000 less, and can live without advanced driver assistance kit.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if seven airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, LED lighting and a reverse camera justify the RM29,000 outlay.
Key differences
- Price: RM116,980 versus RM145,980.
- Airbags: 3 versus 7.
- Wheels and tyres: 16-inch alloys with 245/70R16 tyres versus 18-inch alloys with 265/60R18 tyres.
- Headlamps: halogen reflectors versus LED projectors with auto high beam.
- Infotainment: 2-DIN CD radio with Bluetooth, AUX and USB versus touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, voice command and six speakers.
- Parking assistance: two rear sensors and no reverse camera versus front and rear sensors with a reverse camera.
GL AT
- RM29,000 lower purchase price.
- Same 179 hp and 430 Nm 2.4-litre turbodiesel as the dearer Triton.
- Same six-speed automatic, Easy Select 4WD and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Only three airbags, against seven.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot monitoring.
- Halogen headlamps and no reverse camera.
AT Premium
- Seven airbags plus autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring.
- LED projector headlamps with auto high beam, LED daytime running lights and front foglamps.
- Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone climate control and keyless push-button start.
- RM29,000 more expensive despite sharing the same 179 hp/430 Nm powertrain, six-speed automatic and 4WD system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,980✓ | RM145,980 |
| 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 turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo |
| Capacity | 2,442 cc | 2,442 cc |
| Horsepower | 179 hp at 3,500 rpm | 179 hp at 3,500 rpm |
| Torque | 430 Nm at 2,250 rpm | 430 Nm at 2,250 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 | 245/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Yokohama Geolander G94 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Easy Select 4WD | Easy Select 4WD |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 3 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee) | 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | With Foldable Armrest | With Foldable Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | 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 | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB | 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 | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| 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.
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GL AT vs AT Premium FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton or Mitsubishi Triton better?
The RM145,980 Triton is better equipped, adding four airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, LED projector headlamps and a reverse camera. The RM116,980 Triton is the smarter buy if you only need the identical diesel engine, automatic gearbox and 4WD hardware.
What is the price difference?
The difference is RM29,000: RM116,980 for one Triton and RM145,980 for the better-equipped version.
Do both Mitsubishi Triton versions have the same engine and 4WD system?
Yes. Both use a 2,442 cc turbodiesel producing 179 hp and 430 Nm, paired with a six-speed automatic and Easy Select 4WD.
