Mitsubishi has finally revealed the all-new Triton, which will be the new name of the Strada in our market. This is the Japanese automaker’s first all-new pickup in nine years and probably the biggest step forward in evolution since the fourth-gen model which was introduced in the mid-2000s. For this comparo, we’ll be pitting the all-new 2024 Triton against the outgoing 2023 model.
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The 2024 Triton is 5,320mm long, 1,865mm wide, and 1,795mm tall, making it 15mm longer, 50mm wider, and just as tall as the model it replaces. The all-new model rides on a 3,130mm wheelbase, which is a whopping 130mm longer than the outgoing Strada. When viewed from the side you will notice the 2024 Triton’s rear axle has been pushed farther back away from the cab, eliminating the need for the unique J-Line Design seen in the last two generations.
The 2024 Triton’s cargo bed is 1,555mm long, 1,545mm wide, and has a depth of 525mm, making it 35mm longer, 25mm wider, and 50mm deeper than its predecessor. As for the all-new model’s interior, it has gained an extra 50mm of shoulder room over the previous model. For those concerned about the all-new Triton’s ground clearance, it now measures 222mm, or a 2mm gain over the outgoing Strada. Variants of the all-new model with 18-inch alloys retain the same 265/60 R18 tire size, but variants with 17-inch wheels now come with wider larger diameter 265/65 R17 rubber.
In the styling department, Mitsubishi gave the all-new Triton a boxier more rugged appearance. This design theme continues inside where its instrument panel is dominated by straight lines and rectangles.
As a refresher, the all-new Triton is powered by a new 2.4-liter 4N16 intercooled turbodiesel engine, which is available in three power levels. For the local market, the lower variants will get the single-turbo version with 181hp and 430Nm of torque. This gives the new powerplant an increase of two horsepower over the old 4N15 unit, the torque is unchanged.
A more powerful high-output twin-turbo variant with 201hp and 470Nm of torque will also be made available, on the range-topping Triton Athlete. Like before, it can be had with a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic tranny. 2WD is standard, while Super Select 4WD II is available. The all-new Triton features a more rigid ladder frame and a redesigned double-wishbone front suspension with a high-mounted upper arm.
Are you impressed by Mitsubishi’s larger, more rugged-looking all-new Triton? Let us know in the comments.
NOTE: This story has been updated after Mitsubishi Motors Corporation confirmed that the Strada will now be known in the local market as the Triton, and released the specs and prices for the Philippine market
