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Mitsubishi

Triton

MQ / MR· 2015-2024 ute Value
Price (AUD)
$15k-$45k
Body styles
Single Cab, Club Cab, Double Cab
Drivetrain
RWD, Easy Select 4WD, Super Select II 4WD
Origin
Japan
Built in
Thailand

Overview

The MQ ran 2015-2018, then was facelifted to the MR for 2018-2024. Same platform - lumped as one entry. A critical change came with the 2018 MR facelift: a DPF was added to the exhaust system. AU Mitsubishi dealer and parts network remains strong. The Triton is competent, well-supported, and good value, but lags Hilux and Ranger on rear seat space and refinement.

Engines & variants

2.4L 4N15 MIVEC turbo diesel

Engine
MIVEC common-rail turbo diesel
Config
I4 turbo
Displacement
2442cc
Power
133kW @ 3500rpm
Torque
430Nm @ 2500rpm
Drivetrain
RWD / Easy Select 4WD / Super Select II 4WD
0–100
~10.4s
Economy
7.2 - 8.6 L/100km combined
Tow (braked)
3100kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
5MT, 6MT, 5AT, 6AT
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven (inspect 150,000km+)

Pros

  • Strong used-market value
  • Super Select II - full-time 4WD on sealed roads
  • Chain-driven timing
  • Strong AU dealer/parts network

Cons

  • Firm unladen rear ride
  • Tight rear cabin in Double Cab
  • 3100kg tow - below 3500kg class standard

Known problems

medium
DPF regen failure (MR models)
Post-2018 MR models driven primarily on short urban trips frequently fail to complete passive DPF regen cycles. Result: soot loading, warning lights, engine limp mode.
Fix: Forced manual regen via diagnostic tool, off-car chemical clean, or full DPF replacement if internally melted. Long highway runs help on a healthy DPF.
From 50,000+ km · ~$600-1800
low
Intercooler hose splitting
Factory rubber intercooler hoses soften and split under boost. Symptoms: sudden boost leak, black smoke, power loss.
Fix: Replace with heavy-duty silicone aftermarket hoses.
From 80,000+ km · ~$250-450
medium
Intake manifold carbon fouling
Oil mist from crankcase ventilation combines with hot EGR gases to build carbon inside the intake manifold, restricting airflow.
Fix: Intake manifold off, manual clean or ultrasonic media blast.
From 90,000+ km · ~$800-1300

Common problems (all variants)

low
Rear leaf spring squeak and sag
Factory rear leaves lose camber under regular heavy tray loads or towing, with dry squeaks from the plastic tip liners.
Fix: Grease the leaf tip liners, or upgrade to aftermarket heavy-duty leaf packs (Lovells, Pedders, EFS).
From 60,000+ km · ~$400-900
medium
Auto transmission shift flare
Some auto variants exhibit RPM flare or hesitation between 2nd and 3rd, typically worsened by old or burnt ATF.
Fix: Full transmission fluid flush and software adaptation reset. Severe cases need valve body service.
From 70,000+ km · ~$300-1200