Mitsubishi Triton Buyer’s Guide (2014-2023) for New Zealand

The Mitsubishi Triton, alternatively known as the L200, builds on a longstanding history in New Zealand as one of the most practical and utilitarian pickups in this market. Historically, it set itself apart from its competitors that include the Toyota Hilux and the Isuzu D-Max with its simplicity. The Triton got the job done in the most practical way possible and this is all that mattered. These credentials elevated the Triton to become the leading pickup both in commercial and private applications. However, the Triton has onboarded modern technology that has made it a complex pickup that is prone to problems. Issues such as DPF failure and EGR problems have become chronic. It now requires a buyer to be extra vigilant when buying a used Triton. In this guide, we will equip you with the right information to buy a problem free Triton.

Our years of experience at various dealerships here in New Zealand has given us exceptional knowledge in used cars such as the Triton and we share with you valuable information in this guide. We also go the extra mile to interview current owners in order to give you a complete view of the Triton. We have compiled this guide as a practical handbook that you can carry along as a checklist when buying a used Triton.

Here is what you get in this book:

Mitsubishi Triton Performance and Efficiency

We give you a detailed analysis of the engines that come with the Mitsubishi Triton, their performance in real-life use and their fuel efficiency. We give you our recommended engine for a used Triton. It comes with the following engines;

• 1. The 2.4-Litre MIVEC Diesel Engine
  2. The 2.4-Litre MIVEC Petrol Engine

Problems to Look Out for When Buying a used Mitsubishi Triton

This chapter gives a detailed analysis of the major problems that used Mitsubishi Tritons have and how to check for them. These include:

• 1. Injector Problems
  2. Turbocharger Issues
  3. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Problems
  4. EGR Valve and Cooler Issues
  5. Timing Belt and Chain Issues
  6. Transmission Problems

Mitsubishi Triton Reliability

This chapter delves into the long-term reliability of the Mitsubishi Triton. We give you the accurate picture of how reliable the Triton is over the long-term and what issues to expect along the way.

Mitsubishi Triton Off-Road Performance

We talk about the off-road capabilities of the Mitsubishi Triton and how it performs in various road conditions. These conditions are what a normal user expects such as icy roads, muddy roads, rough terrain and other conditions.

Mitsubishi Triton Maintenance Costs in New Zealand

A detailed breakdown of how much it will cost you to maintain the Mitsubishi Triton in New Zealand. Areas covered include: Regular Maintenance, Brake Replacement, Tyre Replacement, Battery Replacement, Scheduled Servicing, Repairs

Mitsubishi Triton Comparison with Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Ford Ranger T6, and Nissan Navara

A head-to-head comparison with the Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Ford Ranger T6, and Nissan Navara. We compare and contrast factors such as performance, features and interior, reliability, off-road capability, towing and payload, pricing, fuel efficiency and safety features.

Conclusion

We give a final verdict on the Mitsubishi Triton – whether you should buy it or not.