KLIMS'18: New Mitsubishi Triton previewed, bookings open

By CARSIFU | 22 November 2018


KUALA LUMPUR: The new Mitsubishi Triton was previewed at the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 (KLIMS 2018) today.

The company is planning to launch the new pickup truck in five variants by the first quarter of 2019 and will be imported as a Completely Built-up Unit (CBU) from Thailand. Prices will range from RM100,000 to RM140,000 for Peninsular Malaysia.

In conjunction with the arrival of the new model, authorised Mitsubishi Motors dealers nationwide are accepting pre-launch bookings from customers who wish to be among the first to own the pick-up truck. Each of the first 1,000 owners to book and register a new Triton would receive a limited edition THULE all-purpose luggage bag worth RM2,000.

The latest Triton's front fascia features the latest iteration of MMC'S Dynamic Shield design language with slim headlights flanking the grille and fog lamps with the indicators tucked into the corners.

Available colours include White Diamond, Black Mica, Sterling Silver and Graphite Grey Metallic.

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The new Triton will be powered by a 2.4-litre MIVEC turbodiesel with variable valve timing and Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) to produce 181PS and 430Nm of torque.

A six-speed automatic transmission will manage power delivery and will possess Super Select 4WD II with Off-road mode.

For safety, the Triton will include features such as Forward Collision Mitigatiin, Ultrasonic Misacceleration Mitigatiin System, Rear Cross Traafic Alert, Blind Spot Warning with Lane Change Assist and Automatic Highbeam.

It is equipped with seven airbags, electronic brakefore distribution, brake assist, active stability with traction control, hill-start assist, hill descent control, trailer stability assist and brake override system as well as rest reminder functions.

2. From L-R COO of MMM Mr Ilham, CEO of MMM Mr Shinnishi and Chief Product Specialist from MMC Mr Masuda

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3. New TRITON Open-For-Booking

4. New Triton (Front Quarter)

6. New Triton (rear)


 

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