Larger, Safer, Tougher 2024 Mitsubishi Triton (L200) Arrives in Australia in Early 2024

The "significantly enhanced" new iteration of the model, also known as L200 (originally dubbed Forte, then Strada), is a force to be reckoned with in the mid-size pickup truck market. Not in America, of course, where Toyota's Tacoma dominates the competition (Nissan Frontier, Jeep Gladiator, Honda Ridgeline, Chevy Colorado, Ford Ranger, GMC Canyon) because it's most likely a forbidden fruit.

But across Asia and Oceania, it's like home for the Mitsubishi Triton. For example, the day it was launched in Thailand – where it is produced at the Laem Chabang (MMTh) factory – it also went on sale! That's in stark contrast to other automakers (we're looking at you, Big Detroit Three – and all those who follow you in these marketing practices), which showcase a vehicle and then let customers and fans wait for it for weeks, months, and sometimes even years before finally getting it from their preferred dealership.

Anyway, other markets do need to wait a little longer before snatching the all-new Mitsubishi Triton. For example, for the first time in 12 years, the latest generation of the mid-size pickup truck is scheduled to launch at home in Japan in early 2024. Other regions are set to follow around the same date, it seems. For example, Mitsubishi Australia has confirmed the new iteration is due in showrooms in February next year.

It will arrive in the Land Down Under with its newly introduced Bi-Turbo diesel engine in top trim – 150 kW (201 hp) and 470 Nm (347 lb-ft). Other markets have access to lesser variants of the same mill - 110 kW (148 hp) and 330 Nm (243 lb-ft) is the base, followed by the intermediate option rocking 135 kW (181 hp) and 430 Nm (317 lb-ft).

The "substantial redesign brings increased road presence, capability, and comfort," says the company, along with 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrains hooked to an upgraded six-speed automatic transmission (a six-speed manual box is coming at a later date on some versions), plus Double Cab and Club Cab Pickup body styles – the Cab-Chassis models come sometime after the market launch. As for the trim structure, it keeps a "highly recognizable" strategy composed of GLX, GLX+, GLS, and GSR grades.

The GLX and GLX+ come with the entry-level Easy Select 4WD system, with a standard rear differential lock for the GLX+. At the same time, GLS and GSR models gain Super Select 4WD II system complete with an Eco mode and separate Mud and Snow options for additional "specific control." Inside, the users will be greeted by a new nine-inch infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay seconded by a seven-inch LCD in the instrument cluster, and outside, there are two new colors - Blade Silver and the GSR-exclusive Yamabuki Orange.