Verdict
These are tools for very different Malaysian jobs. The RM101,980 Triton costs RM11,380 more, but brings a 2.4-litre turbodiesel with 179 hp and 430 Nm, six-speed manual and all-wheel drive; that is the choice for traction and work-oriented use. The RM90,600 Vios is the rational daily car, with five seats, a 475-litre boot and a quoted 5.2 L/100 km. Its CVT, 1.5-litre petrol engine and 1,015-kg body suit urban commuting far better, while its six airbags and active safety kit are decisive for family use.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if you need all-wheel drive, 430 Nm of diesel torque and a 75-litre tank more than rear-seat accommodation or automatic convenience.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want a five-seat automatic sedan with a 475-litre boot, quoted 5.2 L/100 km economy and substantially fuller safety technology.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Triton RM101,980; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Engine output: Mitsubishi Triton 179 hp and 430 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline and transmission: Mitsubishi Triton all-wheel drive with six-speed manual; Toyota Vios front-wheel drive with CVT automatic.
- Size: Mitsubishi Triton 5,320 mm long and 1,865 mm wide; Toyota Vios 4,425 mm long and 1,740 mm wide.
- Seating and luggage: Mitsubishi Triton two seats with no boot volume stated; Toyota Vios five seats and a 475-litre boot.
- Safety: Mitsubishi Triton three airbags and no autonomous braking; Toyota Vios six airbags with pre-collision braking and steering correction.
Triton
- 430 Nm from the 2,442 cc turbodiesel.
- All-wheel drive and Easy Select 4WD.
- 75-litre fuel tank and full-size spare tyre.
- Two seats versus the Vios' five.
- Six-speed manual versus the Vios' CVT automatic.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot system or reverse camera.
Vios
- Quoted fuel consumption of 5.2 L/100 km.
- Five seats and a 475-litre boot.
- Six airbags, pre-collision braking and a 3D panoramic-view monitor.
- 138 Nm trails the Triton's 430 Nm by a wide margin.
- Front-wheel drive lacks the Triton's all-wheel-drive capability.
- 40-litre tank is 35 litres smaller than the Triton's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM101,980 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM794 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,442 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 179 hp✓ | 104 hp |
| Torque | 430 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 86 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,320 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,785 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Easy Select 4WD | — |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger Seat | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| 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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Triton vs Vios FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton or Toyota Vios better?
The Vios is better for daily passenger use: it has five seats, a 475-litre boot, CVT automatic transmission and six airbags. Choose the Triton only when all-wheel drive, its 430 Nm diesel torque and two-seat pick-up format suit the job.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Triton costs RM11,380 more than the Toyota Vios. That gap buys a 2.4-litre turbodiesel, 430 Nm and all-wheel drive, while the Vios spends its advantage on passenger space, active safety and automatic convenience.
Which has the stronger safety equipment?
The Toyota Vios has the stronger listed safety package: six airbags, pre-collision braking, steering correction, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and a reverse camera. The Triton has three airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control, but lacks those driver-assistance items.