Verdict
The Mitsubishi Triton Mk3 is the far more capable work truck on paper: its 2.442-litre variable-geometry turbodiesel makes 179 hp and 430 Nm, against the Mk2’s 107 hp and 200 Nm, and it adds a six-speed manual. The RM34,376 gap also brings stability control, a driver’s knee airbag and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. But the Mk2 is the practical used-family choice, with four doors and five seats versus the Mk3’s two doors and two seats. For carrying people as well as tools, that matters more than the power deficit.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton Mk2 if you need a lower-cost four-door, five-seat pickup with rear passenger space.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton Mk3 if you want 430 Nm, a six-speed manual, stability control and a longer five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mk2 RM67,604; Mk3 RM101,980.
- Output: Mk2 107 hp and 200 Nm; Mk3 179 hp and 430 Nm.
- Transmission: Mk2 five-speed manual; Mk3 six-speed manual.
- Cabin capacity: Mk2 has four doors and five seats; Mk3 has two doors and two seats.
- Dimensions: Mk2 is 5,200 mm long and 1,785 mm wide; Mk3 is 5,320 mm long and 1,865 mm wide.
- Warranty: Mk2 gets three years/100,000 km; Mk3 gets five years/unlimited mileage.
Mk2
- RM34,376 cheaper.
- Four doors and five seats.
- Four power windows and rear ISOFIX on the outer seats.
- 107 hp and 200 Nm trail the Mk3’s 179 hp and 430 Nm.
- Five-speed manual versus the Mk3’s six-speed unit.
- No stability control or driver’s knee airbag.
Mk3
- 179 hp and 430 Nm from its variable-geometry turbodiesel.
- Six-speed manual, Easy Select 4WD and hill start assist.
- Stability control plus a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- RM34,376 more expensive.
- Only two doors and two seats, against the Mk2’s four doors and five seats.
- Only two power windows, versus four in the Mk2.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM67,604✓ | RM101,980 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM822 | RM794✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo |
| Capacity | 2,477 cc | 2,442 cc |
| Horsepower | 107 hp | 179 hp✓ |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 430 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17 | 15.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | 6MT |
| Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,200 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,785 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | — |
| Weight | 1,590 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 195R15C | 265/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 195R15C | 265/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone RE23 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 15" 5-spoke Alloy | 16" Steel Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 15" 5-spoke Alloy | 16" Steel Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Easy Select 4WD |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | With Foldable Armrest | — |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Manual Key | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Mechanical Shift-on-the-fly 4WD Selector | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 2-year free service | — |
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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Mk2 vs Mk3 FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton Mk2 or Mitsubishi Triton Mk3 better?
The Mk3 is better for towing-style torque, safety equipment and warranty cover, with 430 Nm, stability control and five years of unlimited-mileage coverage. The Mk2 is better if you need a five-seat, four-door pickup.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Triton Mk3 costs RM34,376 more than the Mk2: RM101,980 versus RM67,604.
Which Triton has the stronger diesel engine?
The Mk3 does. Its 2,442 cc variable-geometry turbodiesel produces 179 hp and 430 Nm, compared with the Mk2’s 2,477 cc diesel at 107 hp and 200 Nm.