Massive launches don’t occur typically with Mitsubishi, however we had two back-to-back ones lately. First, the Xpander facelift was unveiled in September, and fewer than one month later, MMM pulled the drapes off the all-new Triton pick-up truck. Each of those recent faces are side-by-side on the diamond model’s ACE 2024 sales space.
Let’s begin with the Triton. That is the the sixth-generation of Mitsubishi’s pick-up truck, and the third one to make use of the Triton identify right here. A complete of 5 variants can be found, from the brand new Triton Single Cab to the fully-loaded high-spec Triton Athlete with extra energy. The Single Cab is a brand new variant for the Triton in Malaysia – the earlier workhorse was the Quest, a low-rider double-cab.
Now with a square-cut new physique, the Triton has grown in dimension – it was among the many smallest within the pick-up truck section however is now one of many largest in its class. The truck is powered by the brand new Hyperpower 4N16 2.4-litre turbodiesel with 184 PS/430 Nm, with the Athlete getting the next 204 PS/470 Nm output, which is 20 PS/40 Nm greater than the earlier range-topper courtesy of a twin sequential turbo association. Full particulars and specs in our launch report.
The Xpander facelift is a refresh of the best-selling non-national MPV in Malaysia that has bought at a mean of just about 10,000 items a 12 months since its debut right here in late 2020.
We’re fairly an enormous facelift that’s dominated by a bolder Dynamic Defend fascia with sideways T-shaped decrease headlights (projector LEDs) and thicker chrome bars. On the again, you’ll discover new taillights with graphics that mimic the headlamps, plus a extra angular rear bumper with vertical reflectors on the edges. New 17-inch blade-style two-tone alloys (one-inch bigger) full the outside modifications.
The Plus variant is distinguished by silver trim on the entrance and rear decrease bumper sections, in addition to on the aspect skirts (versus full black). There’s additionally a distinguished tailgate spoiler and door visors on the range-topper.
Inside, there’s a brand new and extra straight-cut dashboard that includes brown artificial leather-based trim items with stitching (additionally on the door playing cards), a free-standing infotainment touchscreen and a brand new (extra easy) steering wheel with a spherical horn pad. Additionally new are the digital show for the aircon and an digital parking brake with auto maintain. The latter replaces the pre-facelift automotive’s handbrake, which frees up area for a centre entrance armrest with out sacrificing the cupholders. Flip it up and also you’ll discover a useful tissue holder.
Nonetheless as sensible as ever, with all three rows of seats up, boot area is comparatively first rate and there’s underfloor storage too. Beneath the hood is a well-known 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine with 105 PS and 141 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Energy from the 4A91 DOHC MIVEC unit is distributed to the entrance wheels by way of a four-speed automated gearbox. Full particulars and specs in our launch report.
Come and take a look at these two new Mitsubishis out for dimension and if all is nice, buy at ACE 2024 to obtain a RM3,000 mixed voucher from paultan.org.
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