Hi, I'm planning to get a 4x4 pickup and both these cars interest me (2.5 at ). Can anyone share some information about the pros and cons of these cars ? On paper ,the mitshubishi wins in terms of engine performance and with it's intercooler turbo . Can anyone share some first hand experience about these cars in terms of durability ,ride comfort etcetc ? Thx

Own a lux b4...heres what I can say:

Performance = poor compared to the triton
Interior = good and durable...thats what u expect from toyota...the seats are comfortable too but some say that triton is better...neways tried both and prefer the hilux one.
Cargo = definitely hilux the champion....fitted lots of stuff at the back and it has a bigger flatbed compared to the triton
Looks = subjective.....i'd prefer hilux to stormtrooper
Reliability = the engine is very reliable and requires normal maintenance every 5000kms
Resale = toyota has better resale value
Security = the toyota hilux is a theft magnet....mine almost got stolen after using it for 3 mths
Safety = crashed my hilux into the highway divider on a rainy day at speeds of 90kmph....after that just start the engine and drive back to kl....no damage to chassis or radiator......but the front and rear bumper totalled....

hilux for reliability. been using the older sr turbo back home. top notch reliability and more composed in fast corner compare to triton.
used to drive a company's triton. soft ride and more comfortable on long journey. better looking interior but too much bodyroll in corner.
double cab is not mean to be driven fast, btw.
performance wise, the new hilux 2.5 commonrail lose out to triton. the hilux auto need a harder push compare to the 2.5 triton.
btw, the 6 speed manual navara is worth a look as well.

Navara is nice..... But then, i doubt the reliability... And the emission is not that good i assume?? Because i've seen alot of Nissan truck emit alot of black smokes

I don't like Hilux because it's underpower.

Triton because of the looks, comfortable, powerful engine.

DMAX for it's reliability, powerful engine too. Dad own a Isuzu truck before, it's been serving him for almost 8 year, with no major problem occurs.. Oh, i've been making donuts in the previous TT session with the Midnight Club members. LOL

whats the fuel consumption like for both? Also maintenance expensive?

i rather go for Triton then Hilux.
My father got Hilux and my Uncle got Triton

I personally test drive both wheel at Lekas Highway(when renovating) and those humpty tumpty road along Kuala Klawang road.

Triton far away better then Hilux.
in performance,handling and so on.

I would recommend you to go for triton.

if you nak ur kereta senang kena curi, get hilux.

get hilux, much2 better than triton.

based on what ?

I've tried hilux and triton today and i am really leaning towards triton . Its interior is much nicer , roomier , less bumpy and has more gadgets than hilux . The steering wheel is also leather ( and it looks stylish too ) , hilux is PVC . I can really feel the power on the triton and has a lower theft rate too . Btw , which car has bigger boot space ?

And also , i was told since triton is mitsubishi's most sellable car in Malaysia , they would always have ready stock for standy . The only concern is fuel consumption, Anyone can share some light here ?

This post has been edited by minde: Jul 8 2010, 03:36 PM

What do u mean by boot space? U talking bout the flat bed? Both are quite big. U hv to measure up to know which is bigger. If u not going to use it too often, why bother? I assume u r buying it for personal use, and not working purpose, like carrying load.

Fuel consumption is about the same. Expect around 15cent/km.

yea flat bed , used to sedan cars , dont know the right name for it . I do carry alot of stuff now and then , so worth knowing how big the flatbeds are .

If u hv to carry heavy load, suggest u get the hilux. Rear spring is stiffer, good for heavy stuff.
But underpower. Haha

such a contradict statement.

why get a hilux for more load if its already underpower in the 1st place?

I said, hilux has stiffer rear spring. Did u read the whole sentence?

I'd go for Triton too due to comfort and its more updated interior and of course its power.

The Hilux interior needs a major overhaul if u ask me. I just feel bored riding in it. Of course I cannot say that its reliability suck because it is the best in its class for now.

Exterior looks wise...Hilux is more macho and the Triton is more towards metrosexual guys haha.

So unless you live in a jungle and carry a bus full of people..I don't see a reason for u to get a Hilux....and dun start about that resale value topic pls >.>

what about Isuzu D-Max Pro?
out of your list?

triton have larger bed

i said, what good if u have the stiffest springs in the universe that can carry an aircraft carrier but an underpowered engine? would your mighty hilux do the job?
did u understand my sentence? or you dont even know what u are saying?

U r just twisting with words. Why not u go out to the real world, and try carrying heavy load with both triton n hilux. Then u can come back to tell your real experience rather than sitting behind your LCD monitor reading test drive reviews.

Again, i mentioned carry heavy load, hilux is better with it's stiffer spring, and slightly lower power engine output is still manageable.
Soft spring carry heavy load, ride will be bad.

sry i couldnt stop myself from point at your nose and laugh

you said it yourself, thrice that hilux is underpower, and u still recommend it coz it has stiffer springs to carry more weight. that just a stupid statement to me. forgive me that i have to say it that way, coz you just sacrificed the most important factor of a pickup which is torque for smtg least important when it comes to a pickup, comfort.

and i used to drive a nissan pickup for 2yrs. not driving it as frequent anymore since i have another wheel. but that makes me qualify to tell... although hilux only has a 2.5 powerplant, its sufficient to get most job done without hassle. the only reason you get underpowered, is when u put too much weight on it, thinking it has a massive bed and best & stiffest springs.

nuf said

okay everyone chill , everyone is entitled to their opinion . Thanks ahsam and yamato .

get triton
my company bought hilux bcos it is cheaper den trition nia... evyday drive into estate
other den dat toyota maintainance much affordable compare wid mitsu

harlo guys... i am gonna open plantation in indonesia, therefore interested in 4x4

a friend owns a pajero and triton... so far everytime the pajero seems to have problem as it gets stuck in mud... triton so far ok

i was thinking of hilux cause i like the looks and i am a fan of the sister, tacoma when i was in the us

ok now... i am trying to understand.. the mitsu is able to churn out more power because it has a intercooler to allow more heat by higher preassure from the turbos right?

Get nissan Navara ... most power full pickup price is about the same compare to triton & hilux

Get Nissan Navara, pickup and fc win hands down compare to Triton n Hilux. In term of resale value, Hilux will pick a better value.

Navara FC can beat Triton and Hilux?

@alaskanbunny intercooler allows more cool air into the engine. cool air = better performance as cooler air is denser than hot air, hence more oxygen in the same volume.

but does that mean better fuel consumption? also does than mean with the same fuel consumption more power?

Go for Triton.....It's interior,Power,4WD system win over Hilux......another thing is if u have a boy racer heart,Triton 4D56 Di-D engine can be lightly modified to chruns out 600++ horses and 700++ Nm of torque.....this is proven by a monster Triton at Thailand......the only mod is a bigger turbo and a piggyback ECU

Plus the Commonrail system of the Mitsubishi are far more reliable than Toyota ones......Toyota Commonrail system need to be serviced at a period "somewhere around 60,000-100,000Kms" or otherwise it will produce black smoke,lack of power and drink Diesel like nothing....this is caused by low quality Diesel fuel in Malaysia......at the other hand Mitsubishi Di-D system are far less effected by this problem

Another thing is the 4WD system,if you are a offroader that take the vehicle to offroad every weekend....this one does the job very well.....the system is taken from the Mitsubishi ultimate 4WD machine that won countless of champion from the 80's til now.....the Pajero,the only this is diffrent is the front wheel hub,Mitsubishi had put a vacuum actuator into the front differential to lock 2 front wheel when u are in 4WD mode so it is more easy to use as older Pajero's are need the driver to manually turn the locking hub at the wheel there to shift into 4WD....plus it have a Hybrid LSD which is a evolution of Pajero LSD which is count as a tightest one fitted on a 4x4 in Japan cars.....this make a perfect system to offroad and won't let u down

Another thing is,i feel that Triton look "especially the front" are cool + fierce .....but this is dependant la

My view is depends on where U use it most.
On highway, sealed roads, triton will be better as it has softer suspension.
Hilux is higher and higher centre of gravity(cog). On a highway situation and
cornering, u have to be careful.

I m using a Nissan frontier, powerful engine but bad leg space at the back seat,
hardly can get out of the back seat. But Navara has improves it quite a bit. havn't
test drive the Navara yet, but the spec is good. ha s an advance engine( 5 speed n 6 speed)

Hilux traditionally has good off-road capabilities, those ( old models) which have 4 leafs springs
are good for plantation works. but all these utilities nowadays need upgrade work on the
suspension before they are off-road capable. Otherwise prepare to get stucked!

So really depends on nature of roads U use to drive most (70%) of the time....

tested out the nevara , nice car and powerful but they give us leather seats and small flat bed . Abit unpractical , hard to maintain the leather if it was actually used as a workhorse car . Stained easily

me owned a 2010 triton, made a trip from kulai-kota tinggi-mersing-pekan-kuantan-trengganu-gua musang-cameron highland then back to kulai , no expressway, clocked 1869km, and i only pumped two full tank of diesel at kulai and cameron highland. triton dun gave me that bumpy ride and my 8mths baby boy and wife were enjoed very much during the trip!!
FC wise i can said is already awesome!!
(planning for next trip to penang, any 4x4 madabout interested?!!!!!)

I think you must choose Isuzu D-max. I think this is a brilliant car and it has sold for half a million in the world. The number of Isuzu D-max you will see on the road in Thailand is huge.

This car has few great advantages over others, let's compare with Toyota Hilux,

(1) Low maintanence cost - no doubt the toyota hilux is also a engine-powerful car but the spare part for toyota could cost you a lot whereas if you choose Isuzu D-max, the spare part does not cost you a lot because this is a Thailand made car so mostly the autoparts come from Thailand.

For instance, the oil filter (genuine) for D-max is only rm40 whereas the oil filter (genuine) for hilux is rm60. The toyota filter also made in Thailand.

(2) Fuel efficiency - Isuzu is well known for its Diesel engine. It has the ability to generate great power and consume less fuel. It is proven by test. Also, the Timing gear has been used in D-max, you do not need to change the belt. This timing gear can last you for live.

(3) reputation - although the reputation of Isuzu is not as popular as Toyota but you got to believe the strength of the Isuzu brand. I am thrilled with the performance of the car.

I personally own a D-max and I find it very cool. It is stylish and easy in maintenance. In addition, I have known one of the Isuzu parts stockist, the company is H.S.T. AUTO SPARE SDN. BHD. located in Batu 4 1/2, Jalan Ipoh, KL (next to pos office). They offer cheap price and they directly import from Thailand and Japan so you won't need to go through the retailer and workshop for the spare parts. They also recommend me a workshop so I really save a lot for my car service.

Hope this help!

+1

, i also looking for any goodest pickup truck... currently eyeing to Hilux, but so many of you againts it but still, it's the most pickup truck on the road

the only thing i like about Hilux is ground clearance much higher than others, (from my observationlah)

Ok. everyone is entitled to their opinion.

I test drive my cousin Triton and I absolutely HATE it. Thats why I`m driving a Hilux now. Sometimes 4WD buyer dint buy the truck according to off road ability.

Get the Hilux, or the DMax. Both Toyota and Isuzu are well known for their diesel. The only Mitsu diesel my family ever own is the old Pajero. Its horrible.

And there must be a reason why Hilux is on top of pickup truck sale chart. (not sure the current chart, it is when i get my Hilux)

http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1530068
See this one talking about pickup trucks.
As personal experience.
My dad the company he work for last time supports Ford.
The FOrd Ranger he used nvr fail him and works well.

Idk about other brands. haha just my own experience


Isuzu D-max

Ford Ranger

Toyota Hilux

Mitsubishi Triton.


All the best in choosing

all auto, where manual

Hilux 3.0L address the lack od power in 2.5L (which should have added inter-cooler)

now got new isuzu dmax 2.5 engine, hope it produces decent power as the old one is seriously slow.

Toyota diesel engine is seriously lacking in power. The 3.0 got about 169hp, whereas Navara 2.5 got 174hp and even more amazing the new Sorento 2.2 diesel got about 170+hp (Sorry if i'm wrong cause lazy to search for the spec). So in the end you're end up paying more roadtax for the less amount of power. So TS, IMO if you want to get a pickup i would suggest:

D-Max = Fuel Efficiency (Very popular in Thailand, and I assume it is powerful cause In Thai they use D-Max to carry very Heavy items that sometimes the rear suspension is lowered a lot.

Navara = Power + tech (The most High Tech & newest pickup in Malaysia for the time being)

Triton = Handling + power ( One of the most filled with gadgets)

Ford Ranger = Power & Handling (My father own this & this truck is great in terms of FC and power and Ford's does handling the best)

Mazda BT-50 = This truck didn't shine in Malaysia but it is a Ford Ranger underneath and shares a lot of similar components.

If i'm not mistaken next year there will be 2 new pickups that will be launched, The new Ford Ranger & new Mazda BT-50. But don't know when will enter our market. Don't go for Hilux cause the auto version is hell underpowered. My father's friend a contractor uses Hilux and he regret of buyin' it.

My 10 cent

we shall see when the new ford ranger arrives.... the one that i am waiting for is the vw amarok, that's a monster.... hopefully any of them comes soon...

haih... more and more headachelah, what to choose... Hilux kaaa, D-Max kaaa...

get amarok if can wait.. if not wait shortly for the new ranger...

Performance are not the only factor in judging a car...In the way I see, Hilux last longer than Triton because it has been battle tested...Just look at Somalia conflict, what car did those militia use to turn in into heavily armed technicals? And we're not talking about pea shooting LMG either...

must also which generation of hilux they are using.. also triton has dna from dhakka

+1 Rally proves reliability......

This post has been edited by masz94: Nov 30 2010, 05:51 AM

seeing the interior of the hilux makes me puke.

you're right. double cab hilux could carry a tonne of palm oil harvest compare to 750kg maximum on older ford ranger and 2.5 triton.
mainly due to the stiffer rear spring.
btw, the new ford ranger xlt with 330nm of torque is worth looking at.
d-max 2.5 sux. but the 3.0 is fine.

Anyway, why grt the auto if you want to use it as a workhorse?

Well i'm a contractor and own a farm lan on a uncharted (no real road yet) hill and i'm loving every minute driving the Hilux, either up those steep slope, getting it rough in a construction side, pulling stuck forklift/case out of he mud or family trip around Peninsular.

Mazda BT50? When i go to Mazsa the salesman say i should only get that truck IF i intend to use it inside site only. And the Ford salesman keep pusbing the auto Tdci to me..i say..nahhh..auto for a truck? My family Civic,City and Merc is an auto, but, no Place for auto truck here.

Really enjoyed to read the feedback on triton vs hilux....

Actually, it's up to you to choose which truck to buy cause it your own Ringgit Malaysia man....end of the day you have to pay the bank loan for your choose either it's triton or hilux or others truck...

But it's good to get feedback for your reference before you spend your money...

As for me, both truck own pro and con...If you want to use the truck for only 5 years...better go for hilux cause it have good sell value but if more to power better go for triton or navara.....

I personally own hilux and no regret to own although it underpower but it wise for my personal and daily need...

Why I choose hilux rather than others truck...Cause it reliability and sparepart availability in the market. Compare to other truck hilux is the most easier to get the spare part and the price is reasonable...

In term of power...Yes hilux 2.5 are underpower compare to triton but in my mind with underpower truck I still can reach to the destination with safetly.... . Triton and Navara are already in advance more and I still don't know how it running for long term...With 2.5CC can produce more than 300NM tourqe..How it will sustain for more than 5 year...Still don't know it reliability....

So,both have pro and con....

I drove my 2.5 auto Triton to Sg Golok and to Betong (all in Thailand) and it is pretty comfortable and reliable as the roads there are non-existent (didn't use highways and end up using coastal roads). Lots of potholes and some dirt roads (perfect for testing 4x4 mode).

Underpower? Get it chipped and you'll never say it's underpower anymore..

2.5L can produce up to 300nm torque is no big thing to shout. My 2.0 turbodiesel stock already producing 303nm of torque, now outputting around 360nm of torque after chipped. Rocking for 6 years already !

Hilux, Triton, Navara, Dmax spare parts availability is wide lah, nothing to worry. Go to any spare parts shop, even they don't have stock, they can order for you.

It's not like owning a rare continental like my 2.0, which u wont find any parts in Malaysia, unless a few out there.

This post has been edited by victor87: Mar 5 2011, 06:34 PM

guys,
i'm also in a dilema of which pick-up truck to choose...
here are my driving situations...

- per day making 100km
- goin over humps and holes and slightly bumpy terrain carrying full load of passengers (5 heavy adults)
- 95% on tar road, 5% for fishing trips
- targeted FC is 16cents/km or below
- planing to use long term beyond 9 yrs (so reliability is a must)
- good pick up from 0-60kmph (need to cross junctions in a breeze)

i would opt for a 2.5L truck

what would u guys think would be the best truck for my daily commute?

thanks in advanced

Hilux engine very lembik one... engine block can easily blown.. You can ask Toyota SC to disable speed limit 140kmj either they can do or not. Newer Hilux they only disable speed limit after warranty ended (3 yrs) cause many have engine blown after speed limit disable before. Good looking doesn't mean it tough as well.

triton will be my pick.

seriously why u want to go damn fast with a pickup truck? u can see hell a lot of turtled pickup on the highway, why? Coz its tall and big, its not meant for high speed (unless u mod it to be less offroad and more road worthy, which really make ur point of purchasing a truck useless)

want to go fast on a highway? get a car, not a truck.

bro, thanks for your choice but would be god if can elaborate more and compare against Navara & Hilux

did u guys read about the new launching of 2011 Triton?
http://paultan.org/2011/03/04/2011-mitsubi...-ps-and-400-nm/

Wait for this?

You can not control your worker unless you seat beside them.. some time, time is more worth than others. Earlier D4 Hilux can speed 180kmh without any problem but not the newer one.

This post has been edited by Oldskolboyz: Mar 7 2011, 01:02 PM

Hilux may suffer injectors clogging/damage (high preasure, common rail)... but the engine itself is quite robust... especially with the 3.0L 1KD-FTV with more than 1 decade of history.

Owned the hilux few years back....but now looking forward to the new VGT triton.....the only thing i would say con for the triton is the looks...quite subjective as i prefer the hilux....but for power, comfort and price-wise, the triton has better value for money

Turn turtle only occur to those who haven't driven a truck or drove a truck like a car.

In reality, a truck can do more for less money.

Examples... flood in KL, with a truck u merely drive back home, have dinner with family and sleep peacefully. With a car, u be cursing due to jams, have to spend money if engine is flooded, miss dinner with family and swearing / angry at anything. Trust me, I used to be like that before I bought the Triton. Now, life is rather peaceful.

Trucks can be driven fast provided u make the following changes and spend lots of money.

1. Suspension - full set upgrades including springs
2. Stability absorbers - a must for high speed driving
3. 400kg of weights in the rear trunk - mandatory for high speed cornering
4. Good set of tires - AT or AT Special will allow truck to travel almost anywhere
5. Skillful driver - many years driving a truck and knows all the limitations.

If u have none of the above, don't bother chasing a 325 or 740 on the highways.

I dont agree with the bold part, not everyone takes their trucks for off road. Some owner like me, i use my truck to carry machinery and stuff, and sometimes two of my golden retriever too


I couldn't agree more !!

+1000000

Best part is... I don't stop for speed bumps... unlike cars. At speeds over 40kph, just drive and jump!

Try doing that on a car and u risk changing both front absorbers, mountings, oil sump and even drive shafts. Have seen a bunch of Ah Bengs trying to play catch up with my Triton and end up calling the tow truck after they crack the oil sump after hitting a speed bump over 50kph. Muahahahaaha!

that is evil... but i like! hahaha...
recently just acquire a black Hilux (1.5yrs already, not new) been jumping over humps & trying "very hard" not to aim for pot holes, as its alluring that you can just ease through it.

didn't try any other pickup before but i like how the Hilux look. rugged yet sleek in other ways, compare to D-Max, Triton. Don't see a lot of Navarra though but you do see Hilux everywhere.

but, i agree, the Hilux interior could make you puke.

Now, nemesis for truck drivers are Myvi and Alza... they zip here and there. Even today, I have to air horn an Altis owner for trying to zip into my lane in heavy traffic... watching the fella swerve back to original lane is satisfying...

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Added on March 29, 2011, 4:11 pmIf u love Hilux, wait till u see its bigger brother... the Tundra! Saw a few of these in Cambodia and I love it... 5.7L with 6-speed auto... wah... drooling already. And it is bigger/wider than an Inokom Lorimas AU26 lorry.

This post has been edited by acbc: Mar 29 2011, 04:12 PM

dapat 5.7l bawak balik malaysia
road tax like hell
hahahaha
pay government for nothing

the tundra is famous in the us though

bro, how's the navara treating u?
while i already booked the navara and getting it sometime next week, i'll be going for a test drive on a triton and the defender 110 tomorrow
just wanna have a feel on how these cars will fair under my control

Navara is great... but since it is already powerful, only add Aeroklas Sport Deck and Hella horns.

For Gods sakes.I just hope you have not bought a Mitsubishi! Its a pile of rubbish compared to Toyota.I suggest you go for Hilux Vigo 3.0 d4d.Its the best truck for reliability and resale.163HP and with a power chip close to 200 horse.1KD engine hard to beat.Navarra supposed to be powerful, but I would be sensible and buy Toyota for long term reliability....

Who buys Mitsubishi? Its crap! Just look at Pajero! Ha ha.Underpowered failed vehicles

good explaination..

At first glance that might be true about the reliability and resale. But other brands are already catching up in terms of reliability. For performance, comfort, technology, ride handling even the new hilux lags behind. Just because they produced excellent hiluxes before in the past, doesnt mean that the current one is as good. The triton isn't so bad either. It actually outperforms the hilux.

I myself have a hilux. But i would rather get a Dmax if I had to choose a new pickup.

This post has been edited by kaliku: Sep 14 2013, 11:38 PM

Dear all Hilux or Triton owner....actually this type of vehicle is design for jungle or kampong use....our city parking area space is limited and road built quality is good, is not need drive this type of vehicle
if u still want drive this type of vehicle in city u are consider is SAKAI...I saw many this type SAKAI in KL city.......

Calling people sakai, ish, you're the one seems to be just got out of the jungle. Get a life.

Ahahha attacked by sakai ......really Sakai forum......advise don't buy this type vehicle in city...if not u are another SAKAI....

Triton always have SCV problem. In 5 years, I replaced 3 times and each cost me RM 800 bucks. Now my truck up for sale.

SC diagnosed mine with SCV problem but the thing, I don't have problem going on flat road but only when going on a steep incline. Do you think mine is really an SCV problem? What your symptoms having yours replaced 3x?

1. Sudden power loss
2. Engine dead on hard acceleration

Made a complaint on Mitsubishi FB but they blocked me instead. Lost faith with Mitsubishi branding. Selling my truck for kimchi brand now. RM 55k as it is with accessories.

Hi all
I just buy new Triton few days, the problem is suddenly stuck on road.
Can anyone tell me what is the problem??
Tq

ask here...Mitsubishi Triton 2.5/3.2 Turbo Club

https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2730673/+1160

here have many expert will help u

Tqtq

u r welcome

had read a lot comparison between triton and hilux...

how about latest triton (2016) standard dan hilux???

still same???

Wait for Hilux Revo, the Hilux vigo is useless, 5 years after this topic, still same interior same engine same underpower .. BTW i own a latest triton VGT adventure ..fun drive , electronic switch on the fly , VGT turbo , far far better than a Hilux vigo even TRD ..sux

how about triton standard...compare to triton vgt (m/t)...any difference??

price more 10k??