Verdict
At RM101,980, the Mitsubishi Triton undercuts the RM106,800 Proton X70 by RM4,820 and brings 430 Nm from its 2.4-litre diesel, 140 Nm more than the Proton’s 1.5-litre petrol. Its Easy Select 4WD also suits buyers who need all-wheel drive. But this is a two-door, two-seat pickup with a six-speed manual, steel 16-inch wheels and far less cabin equipment. The X70 is the better family car: five seats, a 515-litre boot, seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic and a much fuller safety and convenience list. Its RM120 annual road tax is also RM674 lower than the Triton’s RM794.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if you need 430 Nm, Easy Select 4WD and a two-seat pickup for RM4,820 less.
Pick the Proton X70 if you carry passengers and want five seats, a 515-litre boot and far more daily-use equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Triton RM101,980; Proton X70 RM106,800.
- Torque: Mitsubishi Triton 430 Nm; Proton X70 290 Nm.
- Driveline: Mitsubishi Triton all-wheel drive with Easy Select 4WD; Proton X70 front-wheel drive.
- Seating and doors: Mitsubishi Triton has 2 seats and 2 doors; Proton X70 has 5 seats and 5 doors.
- Transmission: Mitsubishi Triton 6-speed manual; Proton X70 7-speed wet dual-clutch automatic.
- Road tax: Mitsubishi Triton RM794 per year; Proton X70 RM120 per year.
Triton
- 430 Nm from a 2.4-litre turbodiesel
- Easy Select 4WD
- RM4,820 lower purchase price
- Only 2 seats and 2 doors versus 5 seats and 5 doors
- Six-speed manual versus seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic
- No reverse camera or parking sensors, versus the X70's 360-degree camera and six sensors
X70
- Five seats and a 515-litre boot
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Six airbags, including side and curtain airbags
- RM4,820 more expensive
- 290 Nm is 140 Nm down on the Triton
- Front-wheel drive versus Easy Select 4WD
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM101,980✓ | RM106,800 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,442 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 179 hp✓ | 178 hp |
| Torque | 430 Nm✓ | 290 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 86 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Geely |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,320 mm | 4,532 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,785 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,575 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 515 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Easy Select 4WD | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM794 | RM120✓ |
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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Triton vs X70 FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton or Proton X70 better?
The Proton X70 is better for family use, with five seats, five doors, a 515-litre boot and an automatic gearbox. Choose the Triton for its 430 Nm diesel, Easy Select 4WD and lower RM101,980 price.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X70 costs RM106,800 and the Mitsubishi Triton costs RM101,980, so the X70 is RM4,820 dearer.
Which one has lower road tax?
The Proton X70 has lower annual road tax at RM120, compared with RM794 for the Mitsubishi Triton. That is a RM674 yearly difference.