Verdict
At RM114,980, the six-speed manual Mitsubishi Triton undercuts the six-speed automatic by RM2,000 while retaining the same 2,442 cc turbodiesel output of 179 hp and 430 Nm, Easy Select 4WD, three airbags and 75-litre tank. The pricier RM116,980 truck buys the automatic gearbox and Tiptronic control, not extra power, safety equipment or cabin kit. For Malaysian buyers who want to keep the outlay down, take the manual; pay the modest gap only if two-pedal driving matters to you.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if you want the same 179 hp and 430 Nm drivetrain for RM2,000 less and are happy to shift its six-speed manual yourself.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if you want a six-speed conventional automatic and Tiptronic control for an extra RM2,000.
Key differences
- Price: RM114,980 versus RM116,980.
- Transmission: six-speed manual versus six-speed conventional automatic.
- Transmission name: 6MT versus six-speed Automatic.
- Tiptronic: not fitted versus fitted.
GL MT
- RM2,000 lower purchase price.
- Same 179 hp and 430 Nm as the automatic.
- Same Easy Select 4WD and three airbags.
- No Tiptronic function.
- Requires manual gear selection.
GL AT
- Six-speed conventional automatic gearbox.
- Gets Tiptronic control.
- Same 179 hp and 430 Nm as the manual.
- Costs RM2,000 more.
- No extra power, airbags or listed cabin equipment over the manual.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM114,980✓ | RM116,980 |
| 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 | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 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 | 245/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/70R16 | 245/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Bridgestone Dueler H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" 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) | 3 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | With Foldable Armrest | With Foldable Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| 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 | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB |
| 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 | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| 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 MT vs GL AT FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton or Mitsubishi Triton better?
The automatic Mitsubishi Triton is better if you specifically want two-pedal driving and Tiptronic. The manual is the smarter buy if those features do not matter, because its power, 4WD system, safety kit and equipment are otherwise the same.
What is the price difference?
The price difference is RM2,000. The manual costs RM114,980, while the automatic costs RM116,980.
What does the extra RM2,000 buy on the automatic Mitsubishi Triton?
It buys a six-speed conventional automatic transmission and Tiptronic control. It does not add horsepower, torque, airbags, parking sensors, air-conditioning features or a larger fuel tank.
