Mitsubishi Triton — Price, Faults & Buyer's Guide

The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton 2.4D GLS Double Cab 6AT 4x4 is a no-nonsense working bakkie built for South African conditions, targeting owner-operators, small contractors, and rural users who need proven reliability over luxury. This generation Triton sits in the heart of the market between budget Chinese imports and premium Japanese rivals, offering a proven 2.4-litre diesel engine with genuine low-end torque, a torque-converter automatic that handles towing without fuss, and the kind of narrow cabin that still allows proper fording depth—useful in Limpopo or the Free State. At 40–60k km, you're within the honeymoon window: the transmission has learned your driving style, the fuel-injection system is stable, and major warranty claims are rare. Running costs are predictable; Mitsubishi parts in SA are not exotic, and any competent diesel specialist can service it. Resale is steady—Tritons hold value better than Chinese rivals because fleets buy them in volume, and second-hand demand stays strong. The GLS spec sits comfortably above base-model poverty but stops short of the luxury trim that adds cost without offsetting depreciation loss. The six-speed auto is smooth enough for highway cruising yet sturdy enough to absorb daily towing stresses. Downsides: cabin noise is honest (not soundproofed like a Toyota Hilux), the rear seat legroom is tight for three adults, and fuel economy sits around 7–8 litres per 100 km under mixed driving—heavier than a manual equivalent. Interior plastics are hard and functional, not soft-touch. However, if you're buying used Triton at this mileage, you're likely past the point of expecting luxury; you want a truck that will still be working when it's paid off. That's the Triton promise, and this GLS 4x4 delivers it with a proven diesel heart.

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