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William Stopford
Mitsubishi Triton Raider: Rally-inspired ute teased
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2008 Mitsubishi Triton
The 2008 Mitsubishi Triton is a ute offered in cab-chassis (double-cab) or pick-up (double-cab) body styles. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $19,990 for the GL variant and topping out at $52,990 for the GLS variant.
There are 6 variants of the Triton available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2007.
The 2008 Triton was offered with a 5 year, 130,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Mitsubishi Triton include 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder (94kW/194Nm), 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (100kW/314Nm), 3.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (118kW/347Nm), 3.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (118kW/343Nm) and 3.5L v6 (135kW/309Nm). Available with 5-speed manual manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $19,990 - $52,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Cab Chassis or Utility
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $19,990 - $52,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Cab Chassis or Utility
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Mitsubishi Triton
2008 Mitsubishi Triton
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2008 Mitsubishi Triton
Available Variants
The Mitsubishi Triton comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being GL and the most expensive being GLS.
2008 Mitsubishi Triton
News
William Stopford
Mitsubishi Triton Raider: Rally-inspired ute teased
Mitsubishi has teased a new Raider variant of its Triton inspired by rally raid competition, though it's unclear how many changes have been made to the standard ute.
7 Minutes Ago
William Stopford
Which ute should you buy for under $60,000?
Australia's ute market is teeming with options, from popular mainstays to Chinese challengers. Which ones would we choose with a budget of $60,000?
2 Months Ago
William Stopford
Mitsubishi Triton gets ride, handling upgrades, Australian timing unclear
Mitsubishi has revealed ride and handling upgrades for its Thai-built Triton in Japan, but local release timing has yet to be announced.
2 Months Ago
How does the 2008 Mitsubishi Triton compare?
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Power to Weight
55.25 - 91.09 kW/t
55.25 kW/t
118.24 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
8.5 - 13 L/100km
8.1 L/100km
14 L/100km
Warranty (Years)
5 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
130,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 3 years
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,720 - 2,930 kg
2,710 kg
3,400 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
4,445 - 5,000 kg
4,445 kg
6,200 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,800 - 2,500 kg
1,800 kg
3,200 kg
Approach Angle
33 - 33.4°
21°
37°
Departure Angle
27.2 - 29°
18°
33.5°
Ground Clearance Unladen
200 - 205 mm
177 mm
298 mm
Payload Capacity
920 - 1,327 kg
751 kg
1,449 kg
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GLX
2025
$34,740
Glx+
2025
$50,590
Glx-R
2025
$57,240
GLS
2025
$58,290
Glx-R Special Edition
2025
$58,490
GSR
2025
$62,290
Gsr Special Edition
2025
$63,890
Year
2025
Engine Type
2.4L Combustion
Fuel
Diesel
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Body Type
Cab Chassis
Utility
Number of Doors
2 Doors
4 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
4x4
Maximum Power
150 kW
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2008 Mitsubishi Triton
Dimensions
5,030 mm
1,750 mm
1,775 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,030 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,750 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,150 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Mitsubishi Triton
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mitsubishi Triton is the GL variant that starts from $19,990.
See all Mitsubishi Triton PricingThe most expensive Mitsubishi Triton is the GLS variant that starts from $52,990.
See all Mitsubishi Triton PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mitsubishi Triton is 2500 kg offered by the following variants: GLX, VR, Glx-R, Olympic Edition and GLS.
See all Mitsubishi Triton towing capacityThe largest Mitsubishi Triton is the VR variant which measures 1800mm wide, 5174mm in length and sits 1780mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 135kW of power and 309nm of torque are the GLX, VR, Glx-R and GLS variants.
The Mitsubishi Triton is built in Thailand and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mitsubishi Triton is the GLX variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2930 kg.
The Mitsubishi Triton may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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