RIP CHINESE UTES?! (2023 Mitsubishi Triton Review)

The CHEAP Mitsubishi Triton CONSTANTLY comes LAST in comparison tests... but I think they've got it ALL WRONG!!!
The 2023 Mitsubishi Triton Ute (aka Truck) is the budget Japanese play from Mitsubishi; no it's not fancy, but it does the job - and it does it reliably! So should you buy the Mitsubishi Triton ute, especially when you compare it with its Chinese counterparts like the Great Wall Motors Ute Cannon X? Let's talk about that!
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[@truetierra]

It's the best dual cab 4x4 I've ever owned. And still one of the very few with an aux transmission cooler. A good set of tyres, rear diff locker and a throttle controller and they're on off-road weapon as well.

[@lloydkennedy7433]

This ute fits perfectly in the market for what a lot of people want. That's why it 3rd best seller. Reliability, value for money and great dealer warranty/service.

[@matthewlay9221]

I went from a 2020 hilux to a 2022 triton and its so much more comfortable and easier to drive. The only issues I have with it is the storage inside is limited and it doesn't have a digital speedo. Other than that it's fantastic.

[@chrisharris1025]

Well I’ll tell you what. I’m 53 years young had everything 4x4 including v8 Toyota, my second triton now bought the first new model in 2019 the premium, now on my second, fit an idrive throttle controller in five minutes, forget to 10 sec try the late 9 ns, best Ute for the money hands down,

[@MrMegafly2011]

It’s what you want from a Ute. Simplex reliable and pretty good looking. Some compromises like the interior not being as nice. But it gets you out there! 10yrs warranty is fantastic

[@nricz]

I've been using a Triton with manual transmission since late 2012. I never had issues with the engine. No major issues with the entire vehicle. I love driving it. I'm upgrading to a new one with automatic transmission. Though I'm still split between the Wildtrak and the Triton.

[@andy2906]

Don't buy Chinese. Mitsubishi are 👍

[@dildo__swaggins]

Chinese made = Crap. I love my Mitsubishi, best choice I ever made.

[@weiran1982]

@@dildo__swaggins Have you ever own a chinese made car? If not then don't judge.

[@maxxie5156]

Most likely commented on a Chinese made phone

[@brenthoran1472]

I'd have this over most Ute's definitely underrated. Love my troopy though

[@johnnumbat9782]

@@weiran1982 your obviously Chinese by your surname - Chinese utes come with ‘factory rust’ and I have two friends in Australia that discovered this with their 2021 models and will be taking this to the consumer watchdog because the car dealership refused to help both of them which I cannot legally disclose - MG is also rubbish.

[@letsseeif]

Great review. I love your honesty. Unlike some others

[@THEAC83]

Merry Christmas to you and Jacob!

[@francescam4056]

Just bought a Gsr a week ago, went straight into the bush, camping with it. Loaded it up tub rack the lot. I’m very happy with it so far, value for money is unreal. Very comfortable. I’ve just stepped out of my 79 series ute after 6 years and I don’t mind the triton at all.

[@mahuru3]

Straight up unbiased review. Respect.

[@keithholland7465]

Great review thanks

[@bouncingyellowskull]

Love your reviews. Could you pls do the new Tank 300 when Is goes on sale

[@tonybennett638]

Well done sir 👍

[@S.P1989]

Would love a review of Ssangyong Musso as another value ute

[@mrme982007]

If I were in the market for a ute (which I'm not) I'd get one of these. They just make so much sense. They are well priced and at the end of the day they are a truck, not a luxury car... that last point seems to confuse some people.

[@tugboat8475]

Great review close to getting the GLS. But in manual. Have you driven one? Thanks its $4k under the auto in Black. Thanks

[@salamatpo7326]

Nice Matt brand cars

[@andys31337]

I suspect reviews hate the GL/GLX as those entry level models don't have fulltime AWD, have less sound insulation, smaller tyres and brakes.

[@itsaboutfam]

I wish the Tritons/L200's were sold here in the U.S. I really like them!

[@Malc664]

Goes to show the BS out there. People jump on the band wagon like sheep. But really it's a good car. Still an unmatched transmission with super select

[@proscott33]

Agreed!

[@DarkDaze666]

It never wins worst ute. $wd 247 have it in their top 3, and in any serious 4wd tests, when all factors are taken in, not just a badge, it is easily one of the best scoring. It comes last only in comparisons paid for by Toyota, such as Wheels Magazine's Ute test.

[@johnnumbat9782]

Thanks CS - will the new Triton be a Nissan Navara or will the new Navara be a Triton? Love the Super Select and hopefully they address the rear axle location and push it back for better weight management to avoid chassis bending when heavily loaded which happened with the previous generation Navara.

[@josephtembo3489]

One day money wont be an issue and i will own a bunch of Tritons🤞❤

[@ronl1633]

Canada needs this small truck.

[@neilnesbitt3058]

The GWM Cannon X has more features, is also constant 4WD and is $20k cheaper!!

[@chestogaming51]

Is it reliable? Would you be confident to take it to the Cape or to do a lap around the country?

[@emjay758]

Constant 4wd? That has nothing on the Triton's super select

[@chestogaming51]

@@emjay758 exactly

[@chestogaming51]

@Merklin Jn. Pierre and technically you can run the triton as a constant 4wd as well

[@stephenchurcher8885]

Don't have a accident in your Chinese junk it will be of the road for ever too hard too get parts 🤣

[@user-hy3ih5be6l]

Look at these mitsubishi cars, the combination of vehicle power, appearance, interior, I can't believe this is a car produced in the 21st century, it looks like a car from the 90s😂

[@stephenbeyer4315]

Bought a GSR a year ago and have been loving it. Test drove a BT50 at the time (only Mazda and Mitsubishi had cars available to test drive), and the Triton was so much nicer to drive. Got the roller tonneau cover which is so much better than the soft cover (in my opinion) and lockable. Also been doing quite a bit of 4WDing in the standard tyres, although I could use a bit of extra clearance so that will change eventually. Love the feel of the interior (but the tan seats are ugly I reckon. They should have made them in the same burnt orange colour). Beautiful car.

[@tugboat8475]

Did you buy the roller cover from the dealer or aftermarket?

[@stephenbeyer4315]

@@tugboat8475 it came with ute from the factory... so dealer?

[@tugboat8475]

@@stephenbeyer4315 thanks is it still working practical? We have never had a ute before. Not sure what to put on the back.

[@stephenbeyer4315]

@tugboat8475 I like it. Lockable and secure. Only downside is that you are limited to height if you want to close it

[@stephenbeyer4315]

@tugboat8475 and very practical for what I do. The Tritons don't have the load capacity of some of the bigger utes, but I don't need a huge capacity since it's for camping gear and the like mostly, but its certainly managed its fair share of dump runs too

[@AndrewWar100]

Have you looked at the Musso SsangYong, soon to be KG?

[@littlediablo]

From experience, agree with your review, good job. However, at least here in S.A. Mitsi dealer support is abysmal, like dangerously bad and Mitsubishi H/O (which is also here in S.A.) seem to hate their customers. Just my experience and something to consider.

[@alphabravo3304]

It’s a narrow soccer mums car, great to throw school bags in, just ask why a lot of councils are moving away from them. Now the new 2024 triton now that could be a game changer.

[@xCRuSTYPANCAKEx]

Hope they come to America soon

[@nickbahen7918]

Is it Worth 25k more than a Cannon x? in this environment, I have a cannon x had it for a year now, some quirks with the infotainment however over all, for what I wanted Im happy, being quite tall the floor pan on the hilux always gave me trouble way to high in my opinion, the Mitsu is a good solid car but at 65K I have to say wind back your profit margin guys its not that much better. Cheers,

[@bennyjbenham]

I don't know why Mitsi have sent out their Ute to do the rounds with such a shitty looking factory bullbar.

[@stevyop99]

thankyou for saying the truth :D

[@mps9649]

Chinese Ute's?! Might as well take 50 k and throw it in the barbie. That's a better way to spend it. Especially when you hear cases like in the GC where the court ordered the Chinese ute maker to refund $ to an owner whose ute started rusting shortly after he got it. LDV I think. Court said it's inferior steel.

[@biscuithammer2000]

pls do the 2023 pajero sport

[@razvandobos9759]

We need this ute in the US.

[@Patty-vo4nz]

What's the sound system. Ljke

[@aaronbozhang]

I don’t want to bring this to the table. But whenever some dudes comment that “don’t buy Chinese car” with no legit/proper reasons. I just want to mention Asia pacific war. Anzac Day. Japanese car. Does any Aussie dudes still remember? Mitsubishi manufactured a lot of war machines for Japan during WWII FYI. So next time you buy a Japanese car think about your father or maybe your father’s father. DUDE.

[@warcrabcyber9908]

Rubbish argument, the issue is that. Chinese vehicles don't hold up over time , and parts are always difficult to get on top of poor manufacturing. You going to blame a car company for vehicles being made in world war? Really. And not the politicians who made the war decisions. Then everyone should also boycott Ford and Jeep as well because Ford made vehicles for world War as well, but you here blaming only Mitsubishi.

[@aaronbozhang]

@@warcrabcyber9908 I am glade you mentioned the issue. the thing is many pp don’t even mention their reasons for “not buying Chinese cars”. I accept your arguments like quality issue/ parts issues but I do believe they improved quite a lot and we are seeing more and more Chinese cars here on the road and time will prove this. As for cars made by Mitsubishi, they are very good and reliable. I own 2 used Mitsubishi tritons. Both of them are over 10 years old and both of them are still works good. Personally I won’t buy any new Japanese car for the reason that Japan never apologised for the crime they made during WW2. Maybe it will be the same for some Aussie brothers who still has that same memory in them. But I have to say that Japanese cars are No.1 in terms of reliability until now.

[@grantreid8583]

@@aaronbozhang The only reason we are seeing more and more chinese cars here is because they are cheap. People that have worked in the Automotive engineering or steel industry etc know that the chinese product is inferior. The metal is poor quality as they scimp on the quality elements that give steels their qualites such as strength rust resistance etc. The average buyer is not aware of these things and chinese cars may be ok if you are going to get rid of it after a few years before it starts to rust away or develop mechanical problems. Resale value is an issue as well.

[@aaronbozhang]

@@grantreid8583 They present good value for pp who can’t afford expensive brand car. Steel will rust if not protected with proper painting. FYI, Bao steel is selected by toyota as one of its steel supplier. So there is that. The comment “ Chinese product is inferior” is still true in many fields. But it has improved a lot and still improving.

[@bugsy1254]

I love my GLS. Spent lots of time looking at the Cannon. A bit tinny, a bit gutless and spare parts in out of the way places was a major issue. In the end the GLS Triton won hands down. As for Ranger, Amarok and Hilux, their prices are a joke especially considering that their supposed 3.5 tonne tow is also a joke.

[@jacobparker6399]

How did you feel about the musso ultimate compared to the gls triton

[@richardmalone3172]

@@jacobparker6399 I didn’t like the look of it so I didn’t drive it.

[@BrettWilliamson]

Ranger - since when has Ford won the right to charge that much for a vehicle? Faultswagon - no thanks. Hilux - yes I would, but Toyota thinks you shouldn't get the extras the others give because they are Toyota.

[@coolpup4868]

I was expecting more of a comparison showing off both vehicles with pros and cons. Instead it's more a Triton advert 🤔

[@wanderingwalle8726]

betteridge's law of headlines

[@worthy_escapes]

So, I had an MQ triton, was a long-term owner, decided to upgrade, and found that the MR was the same vehicle reskinned. Nothing else changed. I bought the Cannon X, after a lot of research and test driving every dual cab on the market. I found it much more refined on the road, quieter, a nicer place to be day to day. It's also smoother both laden and unladen. The only thing that was up in the air is reliability, but considering they are using the same engine from the v/x200 (the only good and reliable part of those vehicles). I think reliability should be OK. I'm not saying the triton is a bad vehicle because it's definitely not, but for me, it was a surprising step in a different direction (that I never thought I would take), and only time will tell how it ends up.

[@grantreid8583]

Rust will also be a big issue with a chinese vehicle. Had you done some more research you would have discovered that chinese metals are inferior as they scimp on all the expensive elements that give steels their qualities such as strength ruse resistance etc.

[@worthy_escapes]

@@grantreid8583 that’s the thing, with the new vehicles that is no longer the case. They are using better steel than most Japanese brands now and also doing a better job of finishing the chassis with paint etc. Considering my 5yr old triton chassis was Swiss cheese. If you genuinely think that you would be pleasantly surprised at the GWM compared to even the LDV or the Triton.

[@fredwebb8217]

For $65,500… I’d get a Dmax X Terrain

[@LL2500]

If Mitsubishi gives Triton a 8AT same as Pajero Sport, this ute may be better than Hilux

[@OTPpride]

Tritons are great cars, but the head unit is a shocker, which this review doesn’t go into. Would have been worth his joining a few Triton groups and reading about them

[@SACarContent]

Technically a 5year warranty with 5year extension. Some things aren’t covered under the 2nd 5years so buyer beware.

[@chabs_81]

I don't know why the triton does not give latest version vibes

[@user-bi3ys3ho3d]

Mitsubishi Triton number One better always winner in rally championship Thailand AXCR cross country better for city driving performance

[@blakebarton596]

What's a good email for you for buisness inquiries

[@devilslayerthesaintofkille1317]

Of course it's better than any chinese ute.

[@tacorevenge87]

Is this Ute good for farm work?

[@mps9649]

Yes it's great for that. But I'd also consider the Mahindra if only doing farm duties. People who have it seem to love it. Also cheaper for farm work. This is nicer but dearer.

[@tacorevenge87]

@@mps9649 yeah I’ve seen them around . They seem to be real workhorses. Thanks mate

[@dereknagorcka8762]

GSR is stupid over priced, GLS has same spec minus leather seats, black wheels and surround view (I think) for $50k, much more competitive with cannon X

[@lightsshadow919]

Apart from the black wheels the leather and 360 camera are optional on the GLS.

[@alexfrankl7861]

They are fantasic cars, could you imagine what would happen to Mitsubishi if they had the same problems that plague the Hilux ! They'd be finished, Toyota gets away with murder.

[@kostanomi]

Where’s your mate?

[@mancinicharlie]

Constantly ranks last..wrong. Usually finishes mid pack Competes directly with the GWM...wrong. More directly with Navara, D-Max etc

[@elishaemanuel8512]

Better than Ford raptor and Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi Triton is the winner champion in rally off-road cross country racing Thailand Laos to Cambodia

[@lesklower7281]

Any ute from all Japanese motor companies are better than any Chinese built ute how many Great Wall utes from 10 years ago are still driving around infact my 26 year okd Toyota Hilux cab chassis rear wheel drive aluminum tray is still going strong and there arwheel Tritons drivin around try driving a rear

[@Cuzbanger]

It used to be good value, not anymore. its feeling a bit dated, but they still want over $60k for the GSR.

[@kyriakoskarallis5268]

Top of line ranger raptor is over 100k, wild track is 85k, hilux rouge is 85k dmax is 79k, pro4x navara 68k, I payed 58k for my GSR with the white Diamond paint had windows tinted, ceramic coated, tow bar, factory wireless charger, sport bars and roller cover including bed liner. This was about 6 months ago. I’m very happy with it. By the time I spend near the ranger I can already do GVM upgrades lift kit and stick some all rounders in it. I just installed the Eve throttle controller for 200 bucks and it’s fixed the lag issue I’ve had. Im not saying it’s the best Ute. But ford and Toyota think they have lambs and Ferrari utes charging that much. Not worth it if I didn’t buy the triton I would if went DMax x terrain

[@colinsimmons2913]

The reason they rag the Mitsy is they don't try to pay people off (car reviewers) everybody i know does not believe the Toyota is the top selling Ute you don't even see them on the road and there living on their old reputation a mate of 0f mine Toyota nut went to buy 6 new Toyota Hilux Daul cab and top of the woza for himself and he asked the dealer do i get any extras or a discount and the dealer said what for, because I'm buying 7 Utes and he got back what differents does that make! He then walked down to the Mitsy Dealer and brought 7 Utes and saved enough money he could have bought 9Ute and now loves Mitsy there loss.😁😊

[@gottalovethephilippines5417]

Towing capacity in most utes are highly overrated. Check out John Cadogan on his KZbin channel Auto Expert on this subject

[@peterryan7340]

That Triton should be priced below $50k. My 2014 Holden Colorado LTZ is much better

[@fabianelliott96]

Why is a mitsubishi being compared to Chinese utes? What a joke lol don't act like they are THAT hated that someone would actually chose a LDV over a triton

[@roocrew86]

Makes no sense gsr is same price as a dmax XT No thanks

[@blacksheep6888]

My mate bought a new triton, it blew the head gasket and had to have a full engine rebuild, luckily it was under warranty. Don't buy Triton or any Mitsubishi for that matter because they are poorly made.

[@blacksheep6888]

@@landrover1155 well as a mechanic I steer clear because they tend to blow head gaskets more than most, but what would a mechanic know a.

[@AlwaysThinkingPositive]

Buy what you can afford…

[@fakejake8965]

Triton is laughable at the price. Probably just as bad value as a Hilux. Obviously as a car "journo" you guys can never say too much negative stuff about a car you are testing (and one I get an add on 10 minutes later on KZbin). Something like a Cannon X makes this look like the pathetic old platform it is.

[@fakejake8965]

@@landrover1155 have you owned one? Previous Ute was a Ranger and before that Hilux. "Chinese utes well down the list".... you are living in the past (I can only speak for Cannon though)

[@fakejake8965]

@@landrover1155....... you go by the name "Land Rover". Enough said.

[@chrisgroves8562]

Cannon x is a terrible car had 6 none lasted more than 6months. Can't stop buying them or the government will come after me

[@fakejake8965]

@@chrisgroves8562 had 6 in 6 months. Hilarious stuff mate.

[@user-nu5du2ux3z]

I strongly suggest everybody go spend 25k more and buy japanese/murican utes, just don't buy chinese utes. because those who bought chinese utes for 25k less, they spend their money wisely, live a happy life, and become homeowners. but who the fxck want that? real proud guy pays premium money for brands, spend tons of money on beer, drive like angry rooster, swears at people while driving, and laughs at "chinese manufactureing" before and after they get drunk, while the country he's from can only manufacture moo-moo-gas, chinese manufacturing had bullet train net work, stealth fighter jet, space station, super conputers, quantum comptuters manufactured indigenously. let the pride fly high, let gravity handles it later.

[@CarbonEternity]

China builds all of those things because they copied Western countries. China cannot innovate.

[@user-uh7bw4jo4c]

This guy is a joke and drama queen on all of this reviews. He's right about this video but he makes as though Mitsubishi is a 2nd class brand. He needs his head check

[@arbutus12]

Mitsubishi is a dying brand.