Toyota Hilux N80 vs Mitsubishi Triton MQ/MR

Two used rivals sold in Australia, side by side. Everything below comes from each car's guide.

Our verdict

The Toyota Hilux N80 is rated Caution in our guide, with 11 known problems (3 high-severity, led by DPF system defect (class action)).

The Mitsubishi Triton MQ/MR is rated Good value in our guide, with 5 known problems; the one to watch is Auto transmission shift flare.

On our data the Mitsubishi Triton MQ/MR is the safer used buy, because of its better rating in our guides. Condition and service history still matter more than the badge.

Toyota Hilux N80 · 2015-2024 Caution
Mitsubishi Triton MQ / MR · 2015-2024 Value
Used price (AUD)
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$15k-$45k
Type
ute
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
ute
Single Cab, Club Cab, Double Cab
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD part-time
RWD, Easy Select 4WD, Super Select II 4WD
Engines
2.8L 1GD-FTV (pre-July 2020) 130kW @ 3400rpm · 450Nm @ 1600-2400rpm 7.8 L/100km combined Tows 3500kg braked Chain-driven, inspect from 250,000km+ Service: 10,000km / 6 months
2.8L 1GD-FTV (mid-2020 update) 150kW @ 3000rpm · 500Nm @ 1600-2800rpm 7.9 L/100km combined Tows 3500kg braked Chain-driven, inspect from 250,000km+ Service: 10,000km / 6 months
2.4L 2GD-FTV (Workmate / SR base) 110kW @ 3400rpm · 343Nm @ 1400-2800rpm 7.3 L/100km combined Tows 3200kg braked Chain-driven, inspect from 250,000km+ Service: 10,000km / 6 months
2.4L 4N15 MIVEC turbo diesel 133kW @ 3500rpm · 430Nm @ 2500rpm 7.2 - 8.6 L/100km combined Tows 3100kg braked Chain-driven (inspect 150,000km+) Service: 15,000km / 12 months
Known problems
11 known · 3 high
5 known
Top issues
highDPF system defect (class action)
highAir intake dusting / MAF failure
highDPF class action (pre-mid-2020)
mediumAuto transmission shift flare
mediumDPF regen failure (MR models)
mediumIntake manifold carbon fouling
Made
Japan
Built in Thailand
Japan
Built in Thailand