- Responsive turbo-diesel engines
- Comfortable ride
- Light steering has good feel
- Spacious interior
- Lack of engine bay insulation for turbo-diesel engines
- Front seats lack under-thigh support
- Body roll when cornering
Overview
Released in August 2009, the Mitsubishi MN Triton cab chassis range initially consisted of single cab models. In August 2010, however, a four-seat Club cab was released; although fitted with two-doors, the Club cab models had two rear seats. The single cab GL was powered by a 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, while the single and club cab GLX was powered by 2.5-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine. The four-wheel drive models, however, were fitted with the ‘high output’ turbo-diesel engine.
Compared to its ML Triton cab chassis , the MN Triton could be identified by its new front bumpers and grille; inside, there was a new sound system, seat fabrics and padding, instrument panel and floor console. From October 2011, the single cab models were fitted with bucket seats, while a centre floor console with lid was also added.
October 2012: Triton cab chassis update
In October 2012, the MN Triton range was updated. As part of the update, single cab models were fitted with the more powerful 2.5-litre turbo-diesel engine and all automatic transmissions had a sequential ‘Sports Shift’ function. The interiors were also updated with new seat fabrics and silver instrument trim for all variants.
| Body | Variant | Engine | Drive | Years | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single cab |
GL | 2.4-litre petrol I4 |
RWD | 2009-14 | 5sp man. | 94 kW at 5250 rpm | 194 Nm at 4000 rpm |
| GLX | 2.5-litre turbo- diesel I4 |
RWD | 2009-12 | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
100 kW at 3800 rpm | 314 Nm at 2000 rpm | |
| 2012-14 | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
131 kW at 4000 rpm | 350 Nm at 2000 rpm | ||||
| 4WD | 2009-11 | 4sp auto | 131 kW at 4000 rpm | 350 Nm at 2000 rpm | |||
| 2009-14 | 5sp man. | 131 kW at 4000 rpm | 400 Nm at 2000 rpm | ||||
| Club cab |
GLX | 2.5-litre turbo- diesel I4 |
4WD | 2010-14 | 5sp man. | 131 kW at 4000 rpm | 400 Nm at 2000 rpm |
4WD system
Four-wheel drive models were fitted with Mitsubishi’s ‘Easy Select’ four-wheel drive system featured three driving modes: high range 2WD, high range 4WD and low range 4WD. The driver could also engage 4WD high range (from 2WD high range) at speeds of up to 100 km/h.
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Triton GL included dual front airbags, a load sensing proportioning valve and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters. The Triton GLX replaced the load sensing proportioning valve with ABS and electronic brake force distribution.
From October 2011, the Triton GL was fitted with ABS and electronic brake force distribution, while the Triton GLX was fitted with electronic stability control and traction control. From October 2012, all Triton models with turbo-diesel engines were fitted with electronic stability control and traction control.
ANCAP crash testing
In ANCAP crash testing , the ML Triton – fitted with dual front airbags and front seatbelt pretensioners – achieved a four star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 25.08 out of 37; this result was also applied to the MN Triton.
Features
Standard features for the Triton GL included 16-inch steel wheels, a two speaker sound system with CD player and MP3-compatibility, air conditioning, split bench front row seats with slide and recline functions, remote central locking, power windows, a tilt adjustable steering column, courtesy lamps, front skid plate and an immobiliser.
The Triton GLX was further equipped with auxiliary sound system inputs (USB/iPod), Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, power mirrors and hybrid limited slip differential. Club cab models also featured a lever-type park brake, bucket seats and a floor console.
March 2014: Triton cab chassis update
As part of a March 2014 update, all models were fitted with an updated audio system while standard features were extended to include Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition for hands-free mobile phone and iPod operation, and steering wheel audio controls.
Brochures
- Brochure: Mitsubishi MN Triton (October 2009)
- Brochure: Mitsubishi MN Triton (September 2010)
- Brochure: Mitsubishi MN Triton (September 2013)
- Brochure: Mitsubishi MN Triton utility and cab chassis (March 2014)
Related links
- Mitsubishi News: Mitsubishi’s Triton 2012 Line-Up Offers More Versatility (October 2011)
- Mitsubishi News: 30th Anniversary Edition Triton to Celebrate Mitsubishi’s Milestone (October 2011)
- Mitsubishi News: Mitsubishi’s 2013 Triton Line-Up Offers Value and Performance (February 2013)
- Wikipedia.org: Mitsubishi Triton (fourth generation)
