The Japanese automaker made this decision to make the Triton eligible for Australia's novated leasing scheme. This move will help Mitsubishi appeal to a wider range of customers in the country's competitive truck market.
The new variants will have a payload of less than 1,000 kg (2,205 pounds). Mitsubishi reduced the payload of the GLS by 75 kg and the GSR by 30 kg. The company will offer these changes as a no-cost option.
Customers can get the GLS for AU$ 59,090 (US$ 38,840) and the GSR for AU$ 63,840 (US$ 41,962). The current Triton models have a payload range of 1,030-1,110 kg (2,271-2,447 pounds).
Mitsubishi Triton
Mitsubishi made this decision based on feedback from dealers, media, and customers. The company wants to attract more novated lease customers, who can benefit from tax advantages and potential savings.
Novated leasing is a three-way agreement between a lessee, their employer, and a finance or leasing company. It allows employees to deduct lease payments from their salary and can include running costs like insurance and servicing. This arrangement can lead to tax benefits and additional savings for those choosing plug-in hybrid or electric vehicles.
Trucks are popular in the Australian market. Mitsubishi's competitors, like Ford with the Ranger and Toyota with the Hilux, already offer sub-1,000 kg payload options. These models are among the best-sellers in the country.
The Triton comes with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel engine that produces 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS). It's paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and comes in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations.
Source: CarExpert
