As promised, the 2019 Mitsubishi Triton makes its
debut today. It has just been unveiled in Bangkok, Thailand, where it is badged
as the 2019 Mitsubishi L200. The 2019 Triton showcases a fresh new exterior design that obviously borrows
some inspiration from the Pajero Sport, as well as the newer Eclipse Cross.
You’ll notice the slimmer headlights and large fog light clusters, as well as
the further pronounced ‘Dynamic Shield’ front grille design.
It doesn’t look like there are many changes to the
main torso, carrying over similar doors and roof albeit with some new trimmings
and side steps. Around at the back are some all-new taillights with striking
combination lighting behind the lenses. The tray section is also new, featuring
bulging wheel arch flares that are integrated into the panel design.
Ground clearance is rated at 220mm, with an approach
angle of 31 degrees and departure angle of 23 degrees. Compared with the
outgoing Triton Exceed, these new figures are nicely improved. The outgoing
model is measured at 205mm, 30 degrees and 22 degrees, respectively.
Drive is sent through either a Super-Select or
Easy-Select four-wheel drive system, depending on the variant grade and market
region. Both offer a new Off-Road Model with Gravel, Mud/Snow, Sand, and Rock
settings. These settings help to make best use of the available traction and
the engine’s power and torque.
The engine is set to carry over
from the existing model. It’s a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder unit,
producing 178 hp and 430 Nm. Unlike the Pajero Sport, the 2019 Triton comes with a six-speed manual or auto and not the
eight-speed auto offered in the Pajero Sport.
As for the interior, this Thai-spec model pictured
uses a 7.0-inch touch-screen media interface with Apple CarPlay and Android
Auto, while the dash that surrounds it is wrapped in some higher-quality
materials. Overall quality levels are improved, and thanks to some minor
revisions to the suspension, the noise, vibration and harshness levels are also
suppressed for a more comfortable drive.
