Mitsubishi Triton enters 'Beast Mode'

MITSUBISHI has introduced its new Triton to the world along with a dramatic new styling language it says is based on its ‘Beast Mode’ design concept.

An advanced take on Mitsubishi’s Dynamic Shield frontal treatment, the front mask of the new Triton is characterised by a treatment the company says resembles the “sharp gaze of a hawk” with combination daytime running lights and three-dimensional headlights “emphasising the impressive presence and robustness of the new model”.

“The all-new Triton has been completely reimagined under the design concept ‘Beast Mode’, or audacious and daring,” explained Mitsubishi Motors general manager of design, Seiji Watanabe.

“While expressing the toughness and powerfulness expected of a pick-up truck, the all-new Triton combines agility with the brand’s robust design to create an imposing look.

“Tough and reliable, the all-new Triton will make customers want to go on any adventure.”

The character of Mitsubishi’s sixth generation Triton is aimed at reflecting the robustness of the model while at the same time expressing the toughness and powerfulness expected of a pickup truck, said Mr Watanabe.

The horizontally themed body sides are composed of large, solid surfaces that emphasise the robust (and larger) doors, while contrasting with the sharply overhanging fender panels to tighten them and make them appear wider, emphasising stability and toughness.

While ensuring the cargo bed is of an ample size, the solid surfaces continue along the side of the body up to the rear end. T-shaped tail-lights on both sides emphasise width while also robustly displaying the sturdy rear design.

Functional design has been incorporated in all aspects to drastically increase utility, including a cabin shape and rear spoiler that improve aerodynamics, more durable door handles that are now bigger and easier to grip and wider side steps with improved water drainage.

The instrument panel is designed with the Horizontal Axis concept, which uses horizontally themed and strong shapes to allow drivers to easily see changes in the posture of the vehicle when driving. With a nod to professional use, soft pads have been incorporated in the main areas that protect passengers to ensure utility. In terms of design, the interior uses many geometric shapes and metallic elements to create a high-contrast, modern space.

Particular attention has been paid to visibility for the monitor, meters, and switches that make use of contrast, and the selectors, dials, and switches all have the optimum level of sensitivity to allow them to be operated while wearing gloves.

The steering wheel, grips, and door handles have all been designed based on an approach called Mitsubishi Touch, with a focus on grip comfort and sturdiness.

Addressing past issues, the centre console now offers larger cupholders (up to 600ml bottle) and a large console box. The glove box, smartphone holder, and other storage for small items are “of an ample size that enables easy use even when wearing gloves”, while the instrument panel and centre console have USB-A and -C sockets for charging devices, as well as a wireless charger at the bottom of the center part of the instrument panel.

Newly rolled out body colors are the vivid and metallic Yamabuki Orange Metallic and the Blade Silver Metallic that “offers increased brilliance” on GSR grades. The line-up also includes the high-quality basic colors – White Diamond, Solid White, Graphite Gray Metallic, and Jet Black Mica.

With the highest GSR trim level, the front grille is the same color as the body, while the door mirrors, Dynamic Shield garnish, plated components including the door handles, bumper, and other parts are black, and the underside of the front, sides, and rear is dark titanium. A styling bar on the black roof rails, over fenders, and cargo bed brings a sharper look.

A wide range of accessories are available, from protectors for business use to dress-up accessories for personal use. The sport bar, fender arch moldings, and side door garnishes emphasise the solid image of the new Triton, and the grille emblem tighten the look. A bed liner, which is “indispensable for pick-up trucks”, is also available.

Locally, accessories including an ADR complaint bull bar will be announced closer to the model’s February 2024 Australian launch.