The Mitsubishi Triton is without doubt one of the best-known names within the ute world, however it’s going through tougher-than-ever competitors from each angle.

Now into its eighth 12 months on sale, the Triton is below stress from the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux sitting above it on value, and faces a problem from the GWM Ute and LDV T60 Max with their sharper stickers.

A brand new mannequin is coming in 2023 or 2024, however the present automobile might want to carry on protecting on for some time longer but within the face of that stiff competitors.

The 2022 Mitsubishi Triton GSR on take a look at right here is the most costly variant on sale in Australia, with an aggressive exterior and a cabin packing each luxurious Mitsubishi provides.

Is it nonetheless price a glance, or ought to the Triton be frightened by its newest vary of opponents?

How a lot does the Mitsubishi Triton GSR value?

The twin-cab GSR 4×4 on take a look at right here is the most costly Triton within the vary, with a sticker value of $55,690 earlier than on-road prices.

That equates to a drive-away value of $63,490 with a NSW postcode for a GSR with the Tan and Orange inside bundle (fitted to our tester) and a roll-top tonneau cowl, in line with the Mitsubishi Australia web site.

Though it’s greater than you’d have paid in 2021 (and 2020, and 2019 for that matter), that’s nonetheless considerably lower than you’re up for in the event you go trying to find a top-end Ranger, HiLux, BT-50 or D-Max.

The equal Ranger on value is the workman-spec XLS 4×4 dual-cab ($54,330 earlier than on-roads), whereas the equal HiLux is an SR 4×4 auto ($52,795) or SR5 4×4 guide ($58,680).

It’s not the cut price it as soon as was, however the Triton nonetheless stack up strongly on the worth entrance alongside massive names from different manufacturers.

2022 Mitsubishi Triton dual-cab pricing:

• Mitsubishi Triton GLX 4×2 ute auto: $38,940 (+$1000)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLX 4×4 cab chassis guide: $39,940 (+$1000)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLX 4×4 cab chassis auto: $42,190 (+$1000)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R 4×2 ute auto: $42,940 (+$1000)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLX 4×4 ute auto: $43,190 (+$1050)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLX+ 4×4 ute guide: $43,940 (+$1250)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLX+ 4×4 ute auto: $46,190 (+$1700)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R 4×4 ute auto: $47,190 (+$1250)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLS 4×4 ute guide: $48,940 (+$1650)
• Mitsubishi Triton GLS 4×4 ute auto: $51,190 (+$1650)
• Mitsubishi Triton GSR 4×4 ute auto: $55,690 (+$2450)

Costs exclude on-road prices

What’s the Mitsubishi Triton GSR like on the within?

There’s no getting round it, this specific Triton could be very orange.

Our tester was fitted with the $1000 Tan and Orange inside bundle, which will get you lashings of… tan and orange leather-based. It’s distinctive, however we’d be steering clear.

The Triton actually reveals its age inside. The driving force is confronted with easy analogue gauges and a primary journey pc that lacks a digital speedo, and the infotainment system appears and feels old-hat alongside what’s on supply within the new Outlander. Extra on that to return.

The basics are nonetheless good, nevertheless. The driving place is accomodating for tall drivers, and the steering wheel telescopes out to satisfy you – one thing lacking on some rivals.

A bit extra under-thigh assist could be good on lengthy drives, the place the flat seat base can depart you with a numb behind.

It’s arduous and glossy, however the plastic trim used for many contact factors feels hard-wearing, whereas the metallic shift paddles might have been lifted from a Lancer Evolution.

Storage spots embody cupholders, an open cubby beneath the USB ports forward of the gear shifter, a slim however deep centre console, massive doorways bins with room for a one litre bottle or two, and a glovebox.

As for the infotainment tech? The central touchscreen has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and DAB+ digital radio, so it’s well-featured, however it’s primary contemplating even a base Ford Ranger now will get a large, vertically-oriented display.

The image is washed out and arduous to learn in direct daylight, and its responses to inputs are fairly sluggish. The image itself isn’t flush with the touchscreen glass itself, both, so you possibly can lose info from the outer edges of the show from some angles.

The reversing digicam is common at greatest, and makes understanding the place the outer reaches of that lengthy rear overhang lie more durable than it ought to be. Mitsubishi doesn’t supply a surround-view digicam like a few of its rivals (each cheaper and dearer).

Infotainment was an afterthought in utes, now it’s a core requirement. The following Triton might want to take an incredible leap ahead if it’s to be aggressive on the know-how entrance, as a result of the present iteration actually feels its age.

Given it’s a bit narrower than its rivals, the Triton feels fairly compact within the rear in the event you plan to utilize all three seats. Entry by the small-ish rear doorways is par for the category, however the upswept window line means shorter youngsters could really feel just a little bit claustrophobic.

Legroom and headroom are acceptable for youths and average-sized adults, and the inclusion of a fold-down central arm relaxation, USB cost ports, and roof-mounted air vents will assist hold little ones snug on longer journeys.

There are twin ISOFIX factors again there, together with three top-tether anchors.

The tray within the Triton measures 1520mm lengthy with the tailgate up, 1470mm extensive, 475mm deep, and 1085mm between the arches.

What’s below the bonnet?

Energy within the Triton GSR comes from a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel making 133kW and 430Nm. It’s despatched to the highway by a six-speed automated transmission, and a switchable four-wheel drive system.

Together with the same old 2H, 4H, and 4L modes, the all-wheel drive system within the Triton has a four-wheel drive mode that retains the centre differential unlocked. That lets you drive the automobile in four-wheel drive on sealed, dry roads like an SUV.

Most dual-cab utes should be pushed in 2H mode on tarmac to keep away from differential binding.

Claimed gasoline financial system is 8.6 litres per 100km, and the gasoline tank holds 75L. Braked towing capability is 3100kg, down on the 3500kg supplied elsewhere within the class.

How does the Mitsubishi Triton GSR drive?

The Triton is comparatively compact alongside a brand new Ranger, or one thing like a GWM Ute, which suggests it’s comparatively simple to pilot in tight metropolis areas.

It doesn’t fill a lane as totally as most of its rivals, and its short-ish wheelbase makes for a formidable 11.8m turning circle.

The commerce off is that lengthy rear overhang, which doesn’t assist the Triton’s off-road credentials. It additionally makes it tougher to stability the automobile with a heavy load within the tray.

MORE: Mitsubishi Triton off-road review

Earlier expertise with the Triton is that it’s not fairly as secure as its newer, bigger rivals with a comparable load within the tray.

Mitsubishi’s turbo-diesel engine settles shortly into a fairly quiet idle, and isn’t too gruff in day-to-day driving.

With lower than two tonnes to lug round (mild by dual-cab requirements) it provides respectable punch away from the site visitors lights, and has sufficient punch in reserve for freeway overtaking. If you actually dip into the throttle’s journey it may well get a bit shouty, however for probably the most half the engine is an unobtrusive accomplice.

Likewise the six-speed transmission for probably the most half shuffles well by the gears. You’ll be able to take management with the metallic paddles, however shifts are sluggish and barely jerky.

Highway noise is fairly effectively suppressed at 100km/h on the form of coarse-chip roads frequent in Australia, so it’s not arduous to make cellphone calls on the run. Newer utes are quieter and extra SUV-like once more, however the Triton isn’t disgraced by its rivals.

Journey high quality is okay, however nothing extra. Unladen, the trip on the rear is often terse for a ute with leaf springs, however sharper hits can shudder by the ladder body and into the cabin which isn’t nice.

It makes the Triton really feel extra extra workmanlike than a few of its opponents, which higher isolate occupants from the skin world.

Additionally lacking from the Triton are the energetic driver assists turning into frequent within the ute world. It doesn’t have adaptive cruise management, not to mention energetic lane-keeping, which suggests you have to be extra switched on throughout lengthy freeway drives.

Some consumers will want their ute stays a extra old-school beast that doesn’t beep or bong at them each time they arrive near a white line, however there’s no getting away from the actual fact the Triton is missing know-how loads of consumers anticipate in 2022.

What it does supply, nevertheless, is the choice of working in four-wheel drive on sealed surfaces. The Tremendous Choose II four-wheel drive system options 2H, 4H, and 4L modes like most of its rivals, however it additionally has a 4H mode appropriate for driving on common roads.

Meaning when it rains and the highway is slippery, you’re in a position to benefit from the safety of four-wheel drive.

The place utes in 2H (rear-wheel drive) mode generally is a bit sketchy on slick tarmac because of the mix of a lightweight rear finish and AT tyres, the Triton simply will get on with the job.

What do you get?

Triton GSR highlights:

• Black grille
• Black roof
• Black 18-inch alloy wheels
• Energy driver’s seat
• Heated entrance seats
• Leather-based upholstery
• Encompass-view digicam

The Tan Orange inside bundle ($1000, as examined) provides:

• Tan Orange leather-based upholstery
• Tan Orange inside trim

Customary tools for the broader vary is as follows:

Triton GLX cab-chassis highlights:

• 6.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Cruise management
• Distant central locking
• Air-conditioning
• 16-inch metal wheels
• Vinyl flooring masking
• Two-speaker sound system
• Reversing digicam (depending on tray fitted)

Different Triton GLX fashions add:

• 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• DAB+ digital radio
• 4-speaker sound system
• 16-inch metal wheels (17-inch in 4WD Single Cab cab-chassis)

Triton GLX dual-cab and GLX membership cab add:

• Rain-sensing wipers
• Autonomous emergency braking
• Lane departure warning
• Automated headlights
• Entrance fog lights

Triton GLX+ provides:

• 16-inch alloy wheels
• Reversing digicam
• Rear parking sensors
• Aspect steps
• Local weather management air-conditioning
• Rear differential lock
• Roof-mounted rear air circulator

Triton GLX-R provides:

• Leather-based-wrapped steering wheel and shifter
• Chrome door handles and mirrors
• 18-inch black-finish alloy wheels
• Privateness glass

Triton GLS provides:

• Tremendous-Choose II four-wheel drive system
• LED headlights
• LED daytime working lights
• Keyless entry and begin
• Six-speaker sound system
• Entrance parking sensors
• Automated high-beam
• Energy-folding exterior mirrors
• Twin-zone local weather management
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Paddle shifters (wuto solely)

Is the Mitsubishi Triton GSR protected?

When the Mitsubishi Triton was examined by ANCAP in 2015, it obtained a five-star security score.

It obtained a frontal offset rating of 15.22 out of 16 and a aspect influence rating of 16 out of 16. Whiplash and pedestrian safety had been rated Good and Acceptable, respectively.

All 2022 Mitsubishi Triton fashions come commonplace with entrance, aspect and curtain airbags, in addition to a driver’s knee airbag and anti-lock brakes.

All fashions bar the bottom GLX in Single Cab and guide Membership Cab guise additionally embody autonomous emergency braking (AEB) with forward-collision warning, in addition to lane departure warning.

Triton GLS and GSR fashions add blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

How a lot does the Mitsubishi Triton GSR value to run?

Mitsubishi’s commonplace guarantee covers 5 years or 100,000km, however as long as you come back to one in every of its dealerships at every service this extends to 10 years or 200,000km.

Servicing at dealerships additionally allows you to benefit from Mitsubishi’s 10 years of capped-price servicing. Upkeep within the Triton is required each 12 months or 15,000km – whichever comes first.

Mitsubishi Triton service pricing:

• Service 1: $399
• Service 2: $499
• Service 3: $499
• Service 4: $699
• Service 5: $499
• Service 6: $699
• Service 7: $499
• Service 8: $999
• Service 9: $599
• Service 10: $699

CarExpert’s Tackle the Mitsubishi Triton GSR

The Triton is beginning to really feel its age, however it nonetheless has a spot in 2022.

Not everyone seems to be prepared to take a punt on an upstart Chinese language model for his or her work ute, irrespective of how less expensive they’re than the established gamers, and you may get a number of Triton in your cash relative to a brand new Ranger or HiLux.

With that in thoughts, we’d be take a look at the GLS as an alternative of the GSR. It’s $4000 cheaper, and solely misses out on non-essential tools akin to black exterior highlights, a powered entrance seat, and leather-based upholstery.

Though a surround-view digicam is one thing we’d often suggest on a ute, the washed-out unit on the Triton isn’t as helpful because it actually ought to be.

Specced as such, the Triton represents sharp worth and continues to be a succesful dual-cab ute.

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