Mitsubishi Motors has unveiled the all-new Triton (Strada), its sixth-generation pickup truck and its first full re-design in nine years.
Marking its importance in the Mitsubishi global line-up (20 percent of its sales are that of the Strada/Triton), the all-new pickup truck seeks to build over the success of the previous generations that sold over 5.6 million units in over 150 countries. With that, the all-new Triton rides on a brand-new platform with a completely reworked suspension, 4WD drive system, and new clean diesel engine.
The design itself is based on the concept of “Beast Mode” which seeks to explore the spirit of wild and audacious intensity. Upfront, it has the evolved Dynamic Shield face that’s now seamlessly integrated into the solid-looking front structure. Its athletic nature is backed by the sculpted nature of the fenders and the wide track. At its sides, the all-new Triton/Strada has horizontal proportions and a solid girth adding to its geometric strength, while accommodating best-in-class bed size and roominess.
In terms of dimensions, the all-new Triton measures in at 5,360 mm in length, 1,930 mm in width, and 1,815 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 3,130 mm. The cargo bed height has also been reduced by 45 mm to 820 mm.
Underneath, the all-new Triton is built on an all-new ladder frame platform with 60 percent higher torsional rigidity and 40 percent higher bending rigidity. The front uses independent Double Wishbones, while the rear continues with Leaf Springs with thicker shock absorbers. Front disc and rear drums are kept, but at least the steering is now electric from hydraulic.
Inside, the all-new Strada/Triton features top-class interior room. Mitsubishi paid close attention to shoulder and knee room. The Horizontal Axis Geometry design offers not just a feeling of space, but opens up ingenious storage solutions including an upper glovebox and a floor console box. The driver gets a 7-inch multi-information display. At the center is a 9-inch infotainment system with smartphone integration. The screen also acts as the display for the 360-degree camera with moving object detection. The Triton will also offer Mitsubishi’s Connected Services that allows for added functionality such as Remote Strart/Stop, Remote Lock/Unlock using a compatible smartphone.
In terms of powertrain, the all-new Triton packs an all-new 2.4-liter clean diesel MIVEC engine (4N16) producing one of three outputs: 150 horsepower and 330 Nm, 184 horsepower and 430 Nm, and 204 horsepower and 470 Nm. This is mated to a shift-by-wire 6-speed automatic for an ideal balance between efficiency and power. A 6-speed manual is also available. For off-road enthusiasts, the all-new pickup truck continues to offer Mitsubishi’s Super Select 4WD-II system enabling it to switch between 2WD and 4WD seamlessly. A central locking differential allows for 4x4 driving without the tight corner braking phenomenon. Traction can be split between 40 percent in the front and 60 percent at the back thanks to a torque-sensing limited slip differential. It also comes with seven selectable drive modes (Normal, Eco, Gravel, Snow, Mud, Sand, and Rock) and Active Yaw Control.
In terms of safety, the all-new Triton/Strada comes with Mitsubishi Motors Safety Sensing or MMSS. This suite of advanced driver assist combines Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Warning with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Automatic High Beam. Addition functions include Front Cross Traffic Alert that alerts you of oncoming vehicles from the side as needed; Forward Collision Mitigation that has also been upgraded to include pedestrian and cyclist detection and junction assist; and Rear Automatic Emergency Braking that applies the brakes when backing up towards an unexpected obstacle.
The all-new Mitsubishi Strada/Triton will launch first in Thailand and is confirmed to make its way to other ASEAN markets in the succeeding months.
Interesting tidbit regarding the 204 hp 4N16: it runs a twin-turbo setup rather than single turbo (lower tunes only run single turbo set-ups). This makes the new Strada the only other model to run a twin-turbo set-up alongside the Ford Ranger. Is there a good chance that this twin-turbo 200 hp unit makes it to our Stradas (at least in Athlete trim for differentiation)? Or will we likely only get the mid-tune of the 4N16 with identical outputs to the current 4N15 and no twin-turbos?
ReplyDelete6-speed auto pa rin? Mas magandang match sana yung 8-speed ng Montero because of its very low 1st gear ratio, better for towing and off-roading. Lalo na kung naka low range, the crawl ratio of the 8-speed Montero is really good.
ReplyDeleteIf the next generation Nissan Navara is going to be based on this, does that mean it will revert to leaf springs? Akala ko the new Strada will be based on the Navara according to previous reports, but aside from maybe the gauge cluster and head unit, parang Mitsubishi pa rin mostly ang design and mechanical bits especially the engine and transmission.
ReplyDeleteMay chance na yung Navara will have two different suspension layouts depending on market thanks Mitsubishi's approach in the Strada's redesign (the platform sharing plan is still on btw). Nissan I believe already does this with the current model (commercial-grade Navaras run leafs in other countries), so it is likely that they will employ this strategy with the next one. Bet ko yung Navara sa Australia will revert to leaf springs since they use their pick-ups for work talaga (towing specifically) and maybe Thailand (payload naman doon). As for our market na mostly lifestyle/daily-driver ung mga pick-ups, it's likely our Navaras will still be equipped with coils given yun yung selling point nun here (mawawalan sila ng benta if they revert to leafs sa PH-spec cars). Plus, this platform is designed to accommodate an SUV (Montero and Terra) so dapat madali i-swap-out yung rear axle for a coil-sprung one instead of the leaf-sprung one sa Strada.
DeleteThe usual 3rd world pick up. Nothing to be excited about.
ReplyDeleteYan nalang ang market ng Mitsu, mga 3rd world.
DeleteThat is why Mitsubishi is on its way to a slow agonizing death
Deleteunless you are living in Switzerland, US or some countries like Sweden, you don't need to worry about things being sold in Asia. Third world brain
DeleteThat's why we can't have good things here. There are patronizers 3rd world quality crap.
DeleteBetter yet, why don't you guys go to these countries?
Delete1st world vehicles are being sold here. But the problem is, well, they are first world and cannot be reached by the masses. Mitsubishi, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Ford, etc they will prioritize volume any time they can. For example, if Toyota PH would only bring in the Highlander/Kluger, Tacoma, Tundra, Camry, Prius, (global) Yaris and Corolla, Avalon, etc instead of the Fortuner, Innova, Hilux and the rebadged Daibatsus, they would lose a big portion of the PH market by pricing themselves out of reach to the typical Filipino buyer.
DeleteMazda, on the other hand, seems to be willing to lose their chunk of the market share to bring in world-class vehicles. The CX-60 and CX-90 are good examples. The only remaining third world products that they have are the ancient Mazda 2 and a rebadged Isuzu D-Max. But the other mainstream manufacturers are not willing to take the risk to lose market share for an overall better lineup.
This thing is gonna get dated real quick. Compared to the Ranger, the interior looks old, the engine/tranny is not as powerful, etc. Basically, it doesn't push the envelope for an "all-new" pickup. When the new Hilux comes out with the 220+hp 550nm 2.8 diesel, the Strada will be trailing behind the competition even though it is "new". The Strada is in the same position as the D-Max/BT-50 when those were launched new, very underwhelming and will be outdated quickly.
ReplyDeleteAgreed here. It's underwhelming that they went full 200 hp for the engine, but didn't bother with bumping it to 500 nm (you know what other motor does this, the SAIC 2.0 Diesel with only 480 nm while having 200 hp). They may have reused the same 6-speed auto as the current model as well given that the 4N16 is basically an updated 4N15. Overall, the new Strada is a decent upgrade over the current model, but it won't move the needle forward in the class, especially with how the Ranger reset the benchmarks (even though it gets bad rep here) and the next Hilux will use TNGA-F and have Land Cruiser parts at its disposal if Toyota wants to really go toe-to-toe with the Ranger.
DeleteMight I also add that this model loses the current model's trademark turning circle with its 100+ mm wheelbase increase? The turning circle is now 6.2 meters, up from 5.9. That's one unique selling point lost right there.
I strongly disagree because the only that the Strada has and the Ranger does not have is it won the AXCR last year and it is more reliable than the Ranger.
Delete"Especially with how the Ranger reset the benchmarks" nga daw pero andami namang recalls kahit first year pa lang. Tingnan mo sa australia oh ang daming umaangal.
DeleteGoing btt, parang hindi rin gaanong convincing etong all-new strada. Sana ung montero mas engrande pa jan kung if ever mas magiging kahawig daw neto ung pajero.
Drum rear brakes!! Unacceptable for a new vehicle with a supposedly "all-new" chassis and platform. Even commercial light trucks are moving to all discs. Surely, the cost savings by using drums is insignificant in this day and age where disc brakes have become much cheaper to manufacture now?
ReplyDeleteBut acceptable for me because it is for durability.
DeleteDisc brakes are better and have better performance, they put drum brakes as these are cheaper
DeleteI can imagine the lowest output engine lasting the longest
ReplyDeletePangit ng front!
ReplyDeleteyeah, it won't age well
DeleteIf this has shift-by-wire, I hope it will have steer-by-wire too.
ReplyDeleteElectric Power Steering. Not steer by wire.
DeleteIsuzu 3.0L will outlast them all
DeleteThe design is like a modernized version of the first generation face lift Ford Ranger
ReplyDeleteThey say beauty is skin deep. I guess the saying is applicable in this not-so-attractive looking pickup. Just ride it. Don't look on the front
ReplyDeleteDesign is a miss, old and boring. This design is not going to sell a lot. Probably will sell a lot less than the generation it replaces. What bothers me is if this is also the design language for the next Montero Sport.
ReplyDeleteno rear a/c vents?
ReplyDeleteIt's overhead like the current Strada/Triton.
DeleteHow much shoulder room did the old one have compared to this new one
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