New Auto ML Triton Diesel Arrives
July 17, 2007 by George Skentzos
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited has announced the long-awaited arrival of new automatic diesel models to its popular ML Triton range.
It’s new 4-speed auto gearbox will be mated to Mitsubishi’s powerful and economical 3.2-litre common rail direct injection diesel engine and this configuration is expected to be a high volume selling variant in the Triton range – especially in fleet sales.
The introduction of the new ML Diesel will complete the Triton range. Offering a vehicle for all applications, the Triton is proving to be the most versatile utility in Australia. Coming in either two or four wheel drive, with a choice between dual cab or cab chassis and a selection of two petrol engine variants – 2.4-litre 4 cylinder or 3.5-litre V6 petrol engines – there is a Triton to suit any task. Now with the new auto Diesel, power is no longer sacrificed for fuel efficiency and comfort.
Sales figures for the Triton have proven remarkable since its release, with record after record broken on a regular basis. In fact, the result posted by the 4×4 Triton in June 2007 was the best ever monthly result for Triton in Australia and a significant 35% up on the previous “best ever sales month” of June 2006.
“The introduction of the automatic diesel variant will further support Triton sales and the model’s continued growth in the Australian market.”
Promises Robert McEniry, President and CEO of MMAL.
The automatic diesel Triton will be available in four-wheel drive models only, in both single and double cab body styles, and in three feature-packed specification levels:
- Triton 4×4 GLX Cab Chassis or Pick Up
- Triton 4×4 GLX Double Cab
- Triton 4×4 GLX-R Double Cab
- Triton 4×4 GLS Double Cab
The base automatic-diesel GLX models include air-conditioning, power windows, central locking with remote keyless entry, variable intermittent windscreen wipers, 16 inch steel wheels and AM/FM Radio/CD tuner with MP3 compatibility as standard.
Pricing for the automatic diesel four-wheel drive Triton line-up ranges from $35,690 for the GLX Cab Chassis or Pick Up, $41,690 for the GLX Double Cab, $46,990 for the GLX-R Double Cab and $51,990 for the luxurious GLS Double Cab.
“In 1997, sports utilities accounted for around 9% of the 4×4 pick-up segment. This has grown to 56% in 2007.”
According to McEniry, the majority of the buyers entering the segment are coming from traditional passenger or four-wheel drive wagon vehicles.
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Pity it’s so damn ugly. The mechanicals are good.
It’s close to being uglier than an AU – did Mitsubishi hire the AU designer after he nearly bankrupted Ford?
It isn’t actually that ugly in my opinion, I mean they do rally these things in RAID or whatever it is and it sells. In my opinion, it looks mean, and has some brand relevance. In my opinoin this thing is mean, and unlike the AU, it will sell, and will have substantially better resale value. Just wait for the Ralliart Triton!
I find it very striking
don’t know what you’ve been smoking reckless – but you would be the only person on the planet that thinks the new Triton is ugly.
Send a pic in of what you think is a better looking 4WD work horse that usually last for a good 300,000kms of hard yakka in the field.
The Triton is by far the best styled work horse that leaves both Toyota and Nissan for dead when it comes to features and interior space – especially the dual cab and NO – I don’t work for Mitsu just calling it like it is!
The double cabs look terrible with that rounded bit going on at the back, even the hilux looks better than that – a cab chassis would be fine though
tony i must disagree!
i think its hideous! from the back it looks almost too futuristic for its own good!
Well everyone is entitled to their own opinions and beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I think it is one sharp looking vehicle, but the sales don’t lie and the public agrees with me,
There’s one running around the neighbourhood here with chrome 18″ wheels
thats true nick
i have seen a lot of them around,
they just look rather peculiar, as if they are trying to say something but they choked half way through… but in terms of practicality for the price, i cant imagine a better choice
I dont think its ugly, but i think the New Navara, not the ‘old’ model made in japan looks better and the Navara has a 5spd auto. All up its obvious why the Nissan Navara sells better than the Triton.
Hey Tony
he’s not the only one who thinks its ugly.
have you seen a base model dual cab? its pretty bloody horrid. the back of the cab that sweeps forward looks a shocker!
Yep, it’s butt ugly.
They used to have some good looking cars, what happened?
I’d also vote it off the island for it’s ugliness
… but I do agree that it’s a compelling package for a tradesman.
blueblood, have a look at the new Evo X coming out soon ;)
Alborz, That’s the trouble with Mitso’s. No consistancy in design.