Verdict
The Mitsubishi Triton GL MT is the better all-round buy if the truck must carry a crew: its four doors, five seats, rear air-con vents and two rear parking sensors address the Single Cab’s biggest compromises. The RM13,000 gap does not buy extra muscle, as both use the 179 hp/430 Nm 2.4-litre turbodiesel with a six-speed manual and Easy Select 4WD. Pick the Single Cab for a two-person work tool; its 265/70R16 tyres are wider, but it has steel wheels and no rear passenger space.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab if you need a lower-cost two-seat work truck and do not carry rear passengers.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton GL MT if you need five seats, four doors, rear ventilation and rear parking sensors for regular crew use.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab RM101,980; Mitsubishi Triton GL MT RM114,980.
- Doors and seats: Single Cab 2 doors/2 seats; GL MT 4 doors/5 seats.
- Wheels and tyres: Single Cab 16-inch steel wheels with 265/70R16 tyres; GL MT 16-inch alloy wheels with 245/70R16 tyres.
- Rear accommodation: Single Cab has no rear seats or rear air-con; GL MT has rear seats with a foldable armrest and rear vents with blower control.
- Parking assistance: Single Cab has no rear parking sensors; GL MT has 2 rear parking sensors.
- Seat belts: Single Cab has 2 three-point belts; GL MT has 5 three-point belts.
Single Cab
- RM13,000 less expensive.
- Wider 265/70R16 tyres.
- Two-seat layout suits a dedicated work role.
- Only 2 doors and 2 seats, against the GL MT’s 4 doors and 5 seats.
- Steel wheels instead of 16-inch alloys.
- No rear air-con vents or rear parking sensors.
GL MT
- 4 doors and 5 seats for carrying a crew.
- Rear vents with blower control and a foldable rear armrest.
- 16-inch alloy wheels and 2 rear parking sensors.
- RM13,000 more expensive.
- 245/70R16 tyres are narrower than the Single Cab’s 265/70R16 items.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM101,980✓ | RM114,980 |
| 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 | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 6MT |
| 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 | 1,785 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 3,130 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 245/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 245/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | 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" Steel Wheels | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 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 |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger Seat | 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 |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 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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Single Cab vs GL MT FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab or Mitsubishi Triton GL MT better?
The GL MT is better for most buyers who carry passengers, thanks to five seats, four doors, rear vents and rear parking sensors. The Single Cab is the smarter choice only when a two-seat work-focused layout is enough.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Triton GL MT costs RM13,000 more than the Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab.
Do the Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab and GL MT have different engines or gearboxes?
No. Both have a 2,442 cc 16-valve common-rail turbodiesel producing 179 hp and 430 Nm, paired with a six-speed manual transmission and Easy Select 4WD.
