2025 Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R Review

The latest addition to the Mitsubishi Triton family splits the difference between flashiness and practicality.

By carsales.com.au

The Mitsubishi Triton had quite the glow-up when the latest generation dropped a little over 18 months ago, adding more muscle, more power, and more equipment.

With five variants on offer, the overhauled Triton tetters between performance and affordability, giving punters something to think about when trawling through the endless options in the 4x4 dual-cab segment.

Now the Japanese firm has added a sixth variant to the range – the GLX-R – as part of its mid-year revisions. Boasting new equipment and a sensible price tag, the GLX-R might just be the pick of the bunch.

How much does the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R cost?

The new mid-spec Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R starts from $56,490 drive away and slots in nicely between the GLX+ ($52,990 drive away) and the GLS ($60,990 drive away). The flagship GSR is almost $10K dearer, at $65,990 drive away.

But while the GLX-R is closer in price to the lower-spec GLX+, it is closer in spirit to the GLS and GSR as it comes equipped with the Super Select 4WD-II driveline system, Active Yaw Control, and the selectable off-road modes of its higher-spec siblings, while it adopts the GSR’s 18-inch blacked-out alloy wheels and sports bar.

It also debuts a tailgate assist feature which could well find its way onto GLS and GSR models in due course.

In the grander scheme of the dual-cab ute segment, the GLX-R faces stiff competition from the likes of long-established players including Ford, Toyota, Isuzu, Volkswagen, Mazda, and Nissan. However, it’s also under pressure from more recent arrivals, including GWM and LDV, and newcomers like the BYD Shark 6 PHEV and the polarising Kia Tasman.

What standard equipment does the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R feature?

While the GLX-R shares its mechanical set-up with the higher-grade models, it misses out on some of the luxuries and conveniences as a trade-off for its value-focused position.

Even still, it comes equipped with a decent spread of kit, including:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Keyless entry
• Cloth trim
• Power windows
• Wireless phone charger
• Climate control
• 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay
• Wired Android Auto
• Sat nav
• Four-speaker audio system
• DAB+ digital radio
• Bluetooth connectivity

What safety features does the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R have?

Like all Triton variants, the GLX-R scores a maximum five-star ANCAP rating thanks to a comprehensive suite of advanced driver aids and crash avoidance systems including:

• Autonomous emergency braking
• Rear automated braking
• Lane keeping assistance
• Rear cross traffic alert
• Driver attention monitoring
• Adaptive cruise control
• Traffic sign recognition
• Tyre pressure monitoring
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Reverse parking display
• Eight airbags

What is the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R like on the inside?

In the cab, the Triton ticks most boxes. The interior is nice without being overly flashy, and there is plenty of room up the front for both driver and passenger.

The rear seats are a little more squishy but still sizeable enough for three kids, or two average-sized adults. Jamming three big blokes in there, however, will be a stretch.

There is lots of cockpit storage, both USB-A and USB-C ports, and well-placed buttons, knobs and switchgear.

The infotainment system is also decent, although the stock menu graphics appear dated. That’s hardly a concern when using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, however, and I found the overall connectivity both efficient and fuss-free.

My only other gripe with the GLX-R is that it lacks some of the creature comforts of its up-spec siblings, including wireless phone charging, seat heating, and electronic seat adjustment.

All of which are understandable omissions given the price, but I couldn’t quite get over the lack of keyless entry and ignition, which seemed notably absent in what is a mid-spec vehicle.

What is under the bonnet of the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R?

As outlined at the top, the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R borrows much of its running gear from the range-topping models above it including the 2.4-litre twin-turbo diesel four-cylinder that produces 150kW of power and 470Nm of torque.

It runs the advanced Super Select four-wheel drive transmission via a six-speed automatic gearbox with a low-range transfer case and rear differential lock and has a claimed average fuel consumption of 7.7L/100km.

What is the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R like to drive?

The Triton GLX-R’s strength lies in its careful positioning right between the upper and lower ends of both the Triton range and the wider dual-cab segment.

On the outside, it looks as good as any other ute out there. The black sports bar and black 18-inch rims give it a similar look to the flagship GSR, while the Impulse Blue colour scheme of our test unit is a head-turner.

By packing in many of the features of its up-spec siblings, while keeping the overall price tag down, Mitsubishi has made this variant extremely desirable for those buyers torn between premium and price-conscious. The Triton GLX-R is rugged enough as a weekday workhorse, and comfy enough for multi-day family trips.

Under the bonnet, the 2.4-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel lacks a little muscle compared to most of its mainstream competitors but should satisfy most everyday drivers with its 150kW and 470Nm.

It is far from punchy, but it gets up and running briskly and smoothly without too much bother, while the six-speed automatic gearbox (no manual option) is effective enough, if unremarkable.

Overall, the new Triton’s ride is much improved from that of the preceding platform, with a nice, light electrically assisted steering action, and plush (perhaps too plush) suspension. Once again, there are better examples out there, but it’s far from disappointing when you take that price tag into account.

Payload (1095kg) and braked towing capacity (3500kg) have both increased too, making the new Triton competitive with its rivals as a trusty packhorse.

On the dirt, the Triton gets the job done and will get you where you need to go. The seven (yes, seven) pre-programmed drive modes linked to the 4WD system seemed to me a little gimmicky at first, but they did come in handy, especially when on one occasion I found myself in deep sand.

And the safety features? Well, let’s talk about those… because while I’m all for safety tech – and the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R has the works –I’m not sure Mitsubishi has quite figured out how to make them all meld seamlessly with the driver’s own preferences.

For starters, the driver monitoring system (which apparently was improved mid-2024) is incredibly intrusive. A simple glance away or a yawn will have it screaming at you to pay attention. And if your face is obstructed by sunglasses or your hand on the top of the wheel, it will scream at you then, too.

Frustratingly, you’ll have to dive into the menu to switch it off manually each time you start the car – an aspect you’ll have to repeat for any other safety systems (like lane departure warning, for example) you choose to deactivate.

The rear autonomous braking didn’t seem to like me reversing a trailer and I found the idle-stop system was slow to respond (fortunately that can be switched off with the simple press of a button).

Otherwise, I particularly liked the 360-degree camera, which made parking a breeze.

The addition of AdBlue further cleans up harmful emissions but it is one more thing for owners to think about (and pay for). Get used to it though, because it's only becoming more widespread as emissions regulations tighten.

How much does the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R cost to maintain?

The Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R comes backed by a long 10-year/200,000km factory warranty, with 10 years/150,000km of capped-price servicing provided the vehicle is serviced within the Mitsubishi dealer network.

Service intervals are every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first at a cost of $6690 over 10 years, for an average cost of $669 per service.

Should I lease a Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R?

If you’re after an affordable four-door ute that will perform equally well on the job site as it will on a weekend away with the family, then the Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R is for you.

In isolation, the GLX-R arguably offers the best versatility and value for money, making it the pick of the bunch for everyday use.

Sure, there are faster, flashier, more capable utes on the market (including the Triton GSR), but the GLX-R will still get the job done with minimal fuss. And isn’t that what a ute should be all about?

2025 Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R at a glance:

Editor’s Rating: 7.7/10

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