2024 Mitsubishi Triton Old vs New: Spot the differences

Updated Jan 26, 2024 | Same topic: Old vs New: Spot the Differences

New commanding look combined with better tech.

The next-gen 2024 Mitsubishi Triton is officially out for the Philippine market. It gets a new look, an improved engine, more safety features, a more refined interior, and a new name that now aligns with the global version. So how does the old Strada compare to the all-new 2024 Mitsubishi Triton?

The 2024 Mitsubishi Strada

The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton

Let’s find out by comparing the specs and design of the outgoing Mitsubishi Strada against the all-new Mitsubishi Triton. 

Mitsubishi Triton Old vs New: Exterior

Right off the bat, the all-new Triton is markedly larger than the old model. This is thanks to the fact that it rides on a new ladder frame chassis that is optimized for space, safety, and performance. 

Outgoing Mitsubishi Strada

The older Strada that's currently available in the Philippine market. (Athlete variant pictured)

For the older Strada, it is 5,305mm long, 1,815mm wide, and 1,795mm in height. Its wheelbase spans 3,000mm, and it features a ground clearance of 220mm. 

The all-new Triton meanwhile, is 5,360mm long, 1930mm wide, and 1,815mm in height. Its wheelbase clocks in at 3,130mm, while the ground clearance of its top-spec Athlete trim is set at 222mm. 

A picture of the sixth-gen Strada

The all-new Triton is a bit larger compared to the older Strada.

The newer model is 50mm longer, 115mm wider, and 20mm taller compared to the old Strada. This might translate to more interior space. 

The Styling of the all-new Triton is also quite a departure from the old model. While the previous generation sports some degree of curves, the new model is all straight lines. 

The old Strada from the rear

The old Strada from the rear (Athlete variant pictured)

The LED daytime running lamps, for instance, get a three-bar design which is more horizontal compared to the slightly upswept DRLs of the older truck. The main headlamps were also separated from the DRLs, and it is now positioned a bit higher on the fascia. The black-toned bars on the grille were then replaced by a body-colored slatted grille. The old model also featured a mesh-type lower intake, while the new Triton gets a much larger grille instead. 

The biggest difference between the two from the side is their fender flares. The newer model is dressed up with larger fender flares, while the one on the old model looks more “integrated” into its body. 

The new Strada from the rear

The all-new Triton from the rear.

Also present on the new truck’s rear end is a more modern-looking pair of LED taillights. The line separating the bed and the main cab is also straighter on the new model. 

Mitsubishi Triton Old vs New: Interior

The differences between the two truck’s interiors mirror the exteriors. The newer model gets a mostly straight dashboard, while the old one features plenty of curved lines and bulging shapes. The newer model’s central screen is also positioned higher than the old model’s as it is now a floating-type screen. Its gauge cluster also looks larger, featuring a wider seven-inch center digital information display unit. 

A peek inside the old Strada

A peek inside the old Strada

The steering wheel of the 2024 Triton also ditched the heavy-set look of the old model in favor of a sleeker design. The shifter’s gear arrangement was likewise changed from being staggered to having a straight design. 

Last but not least, the button controls for the air-conditioning system were also made to jut out more on the Triton. The old one had flatter buttons and up/down toggles while the new one gets a set of more modern-looking tabs. 

The new Triton's cockpit

The new Triton's cockpit

Mitsubishi Triton Old vs New: Tech & Safety

For on-board entertainment, the old top-spec Strada had a seven-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The new Mitsubishi Triton meanwhile, is kitted out with a far larger nine-inch touchscreen with wireless versions of Apple and Android’s smartphone mirroring software. 

Charging too might be easier on the new model since it can do that wirelessly via a pad. The old one, in turn, relied on its USB ports and its 12-volt socket. Do note though that the newer Mitsubishi truck retains two USB ports for the front cabin, and two for the rear. It also has 12-volt sockets. 

The all-new Triton's advanced safety features.

The all-new Triton's advanced safety features.

The old Strada, safety-wise, featured a comprehensive complement of advanced features including forward collision mitigation (FCM), hill-start assist, hill-descent control, rear-cross traffic alert, stability assist, blind-spot warning, lane change assist, etc.

The new model has all those, plus its FCM was upgraded to be able to detect pedestrians and cyclists. The latter feature was also upgraded to work on junctions. It also gets an adaptive cruise control system, a driver alertness monitoring system, and a front-cross traffic alert system which weren’t available on the older truck. 

Mitsubishi Triton Old vs New: Engine

Under the hood of the old Strada was a 2.4-liter inline-4 turbodiesel 4N15 engine that could produce up to 178 horsepower and 430 Nm of torque. 

The old Strada's 2.4-liter 4N15 engine

The old Strada's 2.4-liter 4N15 engine

The all-new Triton's top-spec Athlete trim meanwhile, gets a 2.4-liter inline-4  4N16 mill that can make up to 201 horsepower and 470 Nm of torque. In turn, the lower-spec trims of the new Triton can make 180 hp and 430 Nm of torque which is more sedate compared to the top-spec model. But regardless of the trim, the all-new Triton is the more powerful truck when compared to the outgoing Strada. 

Carried over from the old Strada was the Super Select 4WD-II. On the newer model, it still has the same drivetrain modes: a rear-wheel-drive mode, a four-high (4H) mode, a four-high mode with a locked differential (4HLc), and a four-low mode w/ locked differential (4LLc).

The 4H mode though, was upgraded and it can now be used at highway speeds. This is thanks to a torque-sensing center differential. 

The new Triton's 2.4-liter 4N16 engine

The new Triton's 2.4-liter 4N16 engine

Also, present on the Triton and unavailable on the old Strada is active yaw control. The brand says this assures agile handling, whilst maintaining driving safety. 

For more old vs new model comparisons, keep it here on Philkotse

Know more about Mitsubishi Triton 2024

Mitsubishi Triton

The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton is a pickup truck for the Philippine market. It is the next-gen iteration model replacing the old Mitsubishi Strada. 

In the Philippine market, the Triton has a total of seven available variants. There’s the GL 4x2 MT, GLX 4x2 MT, GLX 4x2 AT, GLS 4x2 AT, GL 4x4 MT, GLX 4x4 MT, and the Athlete 4x4 AT. The price range for these trims starts at Php 1,134,000 for the entry-level GL 4x2 AT. The top-spec Athlete variant meanwhile, retails at Php 1,959,000.

There are two available versions of the Triton’s 2.4-liter turbodiesel engine. For the non-Athlete trims, the engine as mentioned earlier can make up to 180 horsepower and 430 Nm of torque. The Athlete meanwhile, gets a more powerful tune at 201 horsepower and 470 Nm of torque.

Depending on the variant, the Triton either comes with a six-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual transmission. Likewise present is a 4x4 drivetrain and a 4x2 drivetrain. 

Size-wise, the Triton at its largest is 5,360mm long, 1,930mm wide, and 1,815mm in height. The top-spec model also has a total of 222mm of ground clearance. 

Locally, the Philippine-spec 2024 Mitsubishi Triton competes against the Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Nissan Navara, Mazda BT-50, Ford Ranger, and Foton Thunder, among others. 

 

Mitsubishi Triton Launch

The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton was officially launched for the Philippine market in January 2024. It enters the local scene with seven different variants. At launch, its suggested retail price ranges from Php 1,134,000 to Php 1,909,000. 

Mitsubishi Triton Exterior

On the outside, the 2024 Triton sports a commanding design that mostly employs straight lines. Up front, it gets LED daytime running lamps, LED headlamps, and LED front fog lamps. At the bottom of the front fascia meanwhile, is a metallic black bumper with grey accents. 

Over to the side, this Mitsubishi-made pickup truck features a set of 18-inch or 16-inch wheels. The top-spec model is fitted with power-folding side mirrors, side steps, a sports bar, and roof rails. 

The rear of the higher-spec versions, in turn, are kitted out with a tailgate lock, a bedliner, as well as LED taillights. 

Mitsubishi Triton Interior

Step inside the 2024 Triton and you’ll be greeted by an interior with space enough for five occupants. Most of its cabin surfaces are clad in soft-touch materials and polished trim pieces. 
For the driver, the higher variants get a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, a push-to-start button, a sizable seven-inch digital driver’s display, and drive mode selector, and a dial control for the Super Select 4WD-II system. 

Interior cooling for top-spec trims is provided by an automatic climate control system. Seats, including the ones in the rear, are clad in leather. The rear cabin likewise gets a folding armrest with cup holders. 

Technology & Safety Features

Handling onboard entertainment for the 2024 Triton’s higher-spec trims is a nine-inch touchscreen display. This screen features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is linked to a six-piece speaker system. Charging is likewise made easy thanks to a wireless charging pad, though the truck still has two Type A and two Type C USB ports. 

Handling safety for the top-spec Triton Athlete is a wide array of advanced driver-assist features. This includes adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, lane change assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and junction functionality, automatic high beams, and a 360-degree view camera, among others. 

Those advanced safety bits are supported by active yaw control, anti-lock braking, stability control, ISOFIX child seat anchors, hill-start assist, hill-descent control, parking sensors, trailer stability assist, etc. 

Platform & Chassis

The 2024 Triton retains a ladder-frame chassis. For ride comfort, on-road, as well as off-road stability, it uses a wishbone front suspension and a leaf spring-type rear suspension. Braking for this truck model is provided by front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. 

Engine & Drivetrain

Propelling the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton is the 2.4-liter 4N16 turbodiesel engine. For the Athlete variant, this four-banger can deliver 201 horsepower and 470 Nm of torque. Other variants meanwhile, get a more sedate tune of 180 horsepower and 430 Nm of torque. 

For transmissions, the Triton is available with a six-speed automatic or a six-speed manual. Likewise available for the model are 4x4 and 4x2 drivetrains. Only the top-spec Athlete comes with the Super Select 4WD-II system, but all three 4x4 variants get locking differentials. Other 4x4 trims like the GLX 4x4 and GL 4x4 have Easy Select 4WD. 

The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton holds up against its biggest rivals in terms of sheer engine output. In fact, it now joins the Ford Ranger and the Toyota Hilux in the 200-hp club. The next-gen Mitsubishi also has a wealth of onboard amenities and safety technologies, making it one of the more comfortable off-road-capable rigs in the market right now. 

Mitsubishi Triton Pros & Cons

 Pros Cons
  • Well-equipped

  • Neatly arranged interior

  • Comprehensive safety equipment

  • Peppy turbodiesel engine

  • Stylish looks

  • Spacious

  • The cargo bed could use a 12-volt outlet. 

 

 

₱ 1,134,000 - ₱ 1,909,000

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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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