Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab vs GL MT
Verdict
At RM101,980 versus RM114,980, the RM13,000 gap buys the Mitsubishi Triton GL MT a proper four-door, five-seat cabin, rear air vents with blower control, rear parking sensors and more family-friendly restraint points. Mechanically, the Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab is not short-changed: both use the same 2.4-litre turbodiesel with 179 hp and 430 Nm, a six-speed manual and AWD. If passengers matter, pay for the GL MT. If it is mainly a two-person work truck, the Single Cab keeps the key hardware.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab if you want the same 179 hp/430 Nm manual AWD mechanical package and only need two seats.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton GL MT if you need four doors, five seats, rear air-con vents and easier parking in one factory variant.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab RM101,980; Mitsubishi Triton GL MT RM114,980
- Doors and seats: Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab 2 doors/2 seats; Mitsubishi Triton GL MT 4 doors/5 seats
- Seat belts and ISOFIX: Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab 2 three-point belts/front passenger ISOFIX; Mitsubishi Triton GL MT 5 three-point belts/two outer rear…
- Wheels and tyres: Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab 16-inch steel wheels with 265/70R16 tyres; Mitsubishi Triton GL MT 16-inch alloys with 245/70R16 Bridgestone…
- Rear cabin kit: Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab no rear seats or rear air-con; Mitsubishi Triton GL MT rear seats with foldable armrest and rear vents with blower…
- Rear parking sensors: Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab none; Mitsubishi Triton GL MT 2 sensors
Single Cab
- RM13,000 cheaper than the GL MT
- Same 2.4-litre turbodiesel, 179 hp, 430 Nm, six-speed manual and AWD
- Gets 265/70R16 tyres on 16-inch steel wheels
- Only 2 seats versus 5 in the GL MT
- No rear parking sensors, while the GL MT has 2
- No rear air-con vents or rear cup holders
GL MT
- Four-door, five-seat cabin with 5 three-point seat belts
- Rear vents with blower control, rear armrest and 2 rear cup holders
- Adds 2 rear parking sensors and rear-door child safety locks
- Costs RM13,000 more while using the same 179 hp/430 Nm engine, six-speed manual and AWD system
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 101,980✓ | RM 114,980 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo |
| Capacity | 2,442 cc | 2,442 cc |
| Horsepower | 179 hp | 179 hp |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 6MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 2,340 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,580 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | — | 1,795 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 3,130 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 245/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 245/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Dueler H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 16" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Drum |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Easy Select 4WD | Easy Select 4WD |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | With Foldable Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 794 | RM 794 |
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.
Single Cab vs GL MT FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab or Mitsubishi Triton GL MT better?
The Mitsubishi Triton GL MT is better if you carry passengers, thanks to five seats, rear vents and rear parking sensors. The Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab is better value if two seats are enough.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Triton GL MT costs RM13,000 more than the Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab: RM114,980 against RM101,980.
Do they use the same engine and transmission?
Yes. Both use a 2,442 cc 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel with variable geometry turbo, producing 179 hp and 430 Nm, paired with a Jatco six-speed manual and AWD.