2024 Mitsubishi Triton AT Premium Review

As the demand for "household + commercial" dual-use scenarios in the Malaysian pickup truck market continues to grow, the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton AT Premium, positioned as a mid-sized luxury pickup truck, has officially been launched. With "high configuration + strong power + balanced practicality" as its core selling points, can it stand out among competitors like Hilux and Ranger? This test will focus on its static experience, dynamic performance, and daily practicality to provide a reference for prospective buyers.

In terms of appearance, the 2024 Triton AT Premium adopts the latest "Dynamic Shield" design language from the family, featuring a robust and distinctive style. The front end boasts a large trapezoidal grille with black accents, while the LED headlamp groups on both sides are integrated with the grille, extending the horizontal visual width. A silver skid plate is added below the front bumper, enhancing its rugged aura. The side profile features clean lines, with 18-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels paired with 265/60 R18 tires, balancing road stability and light off-road capability. Black plastic wheel arch trim and side steps enhance practicality. At the rear, the LED tail lamps are vertically aligned, echoing the front design. The bed is equipped with a black roll bar, which is both aesthetically pleasing and capable of protecting cargo.

Stepping inside, the interior is wrapped in dark-colored soft-touch materials, with the center console centered around an 8-inch touchscreen that has a clear and intuitive layout. The multifunctional steering wheel on the left supports volume adjustment, phone answering, and switching driving assistance features, making it convenient to operate. The 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster displays information like fuel consumption and four-wheel-drive status, with a simple and easy-to-read interface. In terms of configuration, the front seats offer electric adjustment, with fine tuning available for backrest angle and lumbar support. The rear row is equipped with independent air conditioning vents and USB charging ports to meet the needs of family users. Storage performance is satisfactory, as the central armrest box has enough space to fit a 500ml water bottle, and the storage slots in the front and rear door panels can hold miscellaneous items. The vehicle dimensions are 5320mm×1865mm×1795mm, with a wheelbase of 3130mm. Rear legroom reaches two fist-widths, providing sufficient space, and passengers sitting at 175cm tall still have one fist-width of headroom, ensuring comfort without feeling cramped.

In the powertrain department, the 2024 Triton AT Premium is equipped with a 2.4T diesel engine that delivers a maximum power of 135kW (184PS) and a peak torque of 430N·m, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. During daily driving, it offers ample torque output in low RPM ranges, providing responsive power for starting and city driving, and does not feel sluggish. When stepping hard on the accelerator for acceleration, the transmission shifts smoothly without noticeable jerks and quickly downshifts to boost power during overtakes. In four-wheel-drive mode, the vehicle maintains stable traction on light off-road surfaces like gravel and muddy roads, with a consistent power output for climbing. The chassis adopts a front double-wishbone independent suspension and rear leaf spring structure, effectively filtering small bumps in the road, although there is mild bouncing at the rear when driving over speed bumps or larger potholes. The official combined fuel consumption is 8.8L/100km, while actual test results show approximately 9.5L in urban conditions and about 8L on highways, which aligns with the fuel consumption levels of similar diesel pickups.

In terms of sound insulation, wind noise and tire noise are kept within an acceptable range during high-speed driving. Engine noise can enter the cabin when the RPM exceeds 3000, but this is rarely reached during daily use. The braking performance is stable, with a braking distance of about 42 meters from 100 km/h, meeting the standards of the same class. In terms of safety features, 7 airbags, lane departure warning, and forward collision warning are all standard, enhancing the sense of driving safety.

Overall, the core advantages of the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton AT Premium are its balanced configuration and performance. Compared with competitors in the same class, its standard equipment, including a full LCD instrument panel, electric seats, and L2 level driving assistance functions, makes it stand out in terms of cost performance in the same price range. The 2.4T diesel engine's torque output can meet the demands of commercial cargo transport as well as light off-road family outings.

This vehicle is suitable for two types of users: first, small to medium-sized business owners who need to balance cargo transport with family use; second, young families who enjoy outdoor off-roading and value rich configurations. If you are looking for a versatile vehicle and have a budget of around 140,000 Malaysian Ringgit, the 2024 Triton AT Premium is worth considering.