Mitsubishi Triton vs Toyota Veloz
Verdict
The Mitsubishi Triton costs RM101,980 against the Toyota Veloz at RM95,000, so the pick-up asks RM6,980 more. For that, you get a 2,442 cc diesel with 179 hp, 430 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 75-litre tank, but only two seats and a manual gearbox. The Veloz is the family answer: seven seats, CVT automatic, six airbags, AEB and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP result. Its 105 hp and 138 Nm are much lower, but the RM120 road tax is far kinder than the Triton’s RM794.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if you need diesel torque, all-wheel drive and a pick-up body more than extra seats.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you need seven seats, an automatic gearbox and stronger listed safety kit for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Triton RM101,980; Toyota Veloz RM95,000
- Body and seats: Mitsubishi Triton pick-up with 2 seats; Toyota Veloz MPV with 7 seats
- Engine and fuel: Mitsubishi Triton 2,442 cc diesel; Toyota Veloz 1,496 cc petrol
- Output: Mitsubishi Triton 179 hp and 430 Nm; Toyota Veloz 105 hp and 138 Nm
- Transmission and drive: Mitsubishi Triton manual AWD; Toyota Veloz CVT automatic FWD
- Safety: Mitsubishi Triton 3 airbags, AEB not listed; Toyota Veloz 6 airbags, AEB yes
Triton
- Much stronger 430 Nm torque
- All-wheel drive traction
- 75-litre fuel tank
- Only two seats
- Manual gearbox only here
- RM794 annual road tax
Veloz
- Seven-seat cabin
- CVT automatic gearbox
- Six airbags and AEB
- Only 105 hp
- Front-wheel drive only
- 137-litre boot with all seats up
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 101,980 | RM 95,000✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | MPV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,442 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 179 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 430 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 86 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 2,340 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,580 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | — | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Easy Select 4WD | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger Seat | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 794 | RM 120✓ |
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.
Triton vs Veloz FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton or Toyota Veloz better?
The Triton is better for work use, diesel torque and all-wheel drive. The Veloz is better for family duties, with seven seats, CVT automatic, six airbags, AEB and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Triton costs RM101,980, while the Toyota Veloz costs RM95,000. That makes the Triton RM6,980 more expensive.
Which is cheaper for road tax?
The Toyota Veloz is much cheaper, at RM120 per year. The Mitsubishi Triton’s annual road tax is RM794, a difference of RM674.