Mitsubishi introduces 5th generation Triton with aluminium turbo engine

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has become the first commercial vehicle manufacturer in the country to introduce an aluminium engine in a pick-up truck. The new 2.4 litre turbo-charged diesel engine replaces the 2.5 litre turbo-diesel in this 5th generation Triton that was introduced in 2015. The Triton from the very beginning was way ahead of its time as it came with a wide array of car-like features, such as a push-start button, Auto Bi-Xenon HID headlamps, Keyless operation, paddle shifters, and tilt and telescopic steering.

The first generation Triton made its first appearance way back in 2008, and the latest 5th generation with an aluminium engine is probably going to be the last update before a replacement model arrives.



The new aluminium engine, despite being of lower cubic capacity delivers 181 PS and 430Nm of torque, thanks to a variable geometry turbocharger and variable valve timing, while the change of the cylinder block material from cast iron has reduced the engine weight by 30 kilograms. According to Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia, the new engine package offers a 15 per cent improvement in fuel economy.

The Triton is available in six variants. The lowest variant is still equipped with the old 2.5 litre de-tuned engine. The next four higher variants get the new aluminium engine.