Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), pengedar rasmi kenderaan Mitsubishi di negara ini, telah mengumumkan kejayaan besar apabila model paling larisnya, Mitsubishi XPANDER, mencapai jualan melebihi 50,000 unit sejak diperkenalkan di pasaran tempatan. Pencapaian ini turut mengekalkan kedudukan XPANDER sebagai MPV bukan nasional nombor satu di Malaysia selama lima tahun berturut-turut, mendominasi segmennya sejak November 2020.
XPANDER terus menjadi pilihan utama keluarga Malaysia kerana reka bentuk tujuh tempat duduknya yang luas, kabin yang selesa serta gaya luaran berinspirasikan SUV. Direka dengan penekanan terhadap fungsi dan keselesaan, model ini menawarkan keseimbangan sempurna antara kegunaan harian dan perjalanan jarak jauh — menjadikannya kenderaan serba boleh untuk pelbagai gaya hidup.
Bagi meraikan pencapaian jualan ini, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia melancarkan kempen istimewa bertajuk ‘XPANDER Step Up To Your Dream’, yang menawarkan penjimatan sehingga RM10,000. Kempen terhad ini turut menawarkan ansuran bulanan serendah RM799, subsidi insurans serta tawaran tukar beli untuk pelanggan baharu.
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in the country, has announced that its best-selling model, the Mitsubishi XPANDER, has achieved a major milestone with over 50,000 units sold since its introduction. The model’s continued popularity has also secured its position as Malaysia’s No.1 non-national MPV for five consecutive years, maintaining a strong lead in its segment since November 2020.
The XPANDER remains a strong favourite among families for its seven-seat configuration, spacious cabin, and SUV-inspired styling. Designed with practicality in mind, it strikes a balance between everyday usability and comfort, making it equally suitable for city commuting or longer road trips.
To commemorate the sales milestone, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has launched the ‘XPANDER Step Up To Your Dream’ campaign, offering savings of up to RM10,000. The limited-time campaign includes monthly instalments starting from RM799, along with insurance subsidies and trade-in offers for new customers.
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in the country, has announced Takashi Sakamaki as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He takes over from Shinya Ikeda, who has helmed the company since October 2021.
Sakamaki is no stranger to the automotive world, bringing with him more than two decades of international experience with Mitsubishi Corporation. Over the years, he has worked extensively in China, Indonesia and Mexico, focusing on business strategy, export operations and market development.
His career has seen him take on senior roles that contributed to Mitsubishi’s global growth, from leading business development to handling CBU exports and strengthening OEM supply with global automakers.
Mitsubishi Motors mengesahkan bakal memperkenalkan versi serba elektrik bagi SUV Eclipse Cross di pasaran Eropah sebelum penghujung tahun 2025. Model ini akan dipasang di kilang ElectriCity Douai Plant milik Renault di Perancis, hasil kerjasama strategik antara Mitsubishi dan Renault.
Eclipse Cross generasi baharu ini merupakan sebuah kenderaan elektrik bateri (BEV) sepenuhnya yang dibangunkan atas platform CMF-EV. Ia dilengkapi bateri 87 kWh yang mampu menawarkan jarak pemanduan sehingga 600 km.
Motor elektriknya menghasilkan kuasa maksimum 214hp dengan tork 300Nm, memberikan pecutan pantas serta prestasi yang bertenaga. Pemandu juga boleh memilih daripada empat tahap brek regeneratif, termasuk fungsi pemanduan satu pedal untuk keselesaan di kawasan bandar.
Dari aspek pengecasan, SUV ini menyokong pengecasan AC sehingga 22 kW dan pengecasan pantas DC pada kadar 150 kW. Mitsubishi turut merancang memperkenalkan versi lebih mampu milik dengan jarak pemanduan lebih pendek pada tahun 2026.
Mitsubishi Motors is gearing up to introduce the all-new Eclipse Cross battery electric vehicle (BEV) to Europe before the end of 2025. Production will take place at Renault’s ElectriCity Douai Plant in France, the EV hub of the Renault Group, under the company’s existing OEM agreement.
This latest model follows the ASX compact SUV, Colt hatchback and Grandis SUV, all of which were also developed with Renault. Built on the CMF-EV platform, the new Eclipse Cross has been designed as a pure BEV, combining Mitsubishi’s familiar design identity with the performance and efficiency required by European buyers.
The SUV promises a driving range of around 600km on a single charge, aided by an 87 kWh battery pack. Its electric motor produces up to 214hp and 300Nm of torque, delivering the instant pull EVs are known for. Drivers will also benefit from four selectable levels of regenerative braking via paddle shifters and a one-pedal driving function for effortless city commutes.
Charging options include AC charging up to 22 kW and DC fast charging at 150 kW. A medium-range version, aimed at more cost-conscious buyers, is scheduled to follow in 2026.
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in the country, is set to bring the adrenaline-charged Red Peak Challenge to East Malaysia later this month. The event will be held at Farley Mall, Kuching on 23 and 24 August 2025, from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm, giving the public a rare chance to push the Triton to its limits under expert supervision.
The Red Peak Challenge is designed to showcase the rugged capabilities of the Triton through a series of specially constructed ramps and obstacle courses. The centrepiece is the 45-degree Red Peak Climb, a dramatic incline that highlights the pick-up’s grip and hill-climbing prowess. With its powerful engine and robust 4WD system, the Triton is able to conquer the ramp with ease, giving participants a firsthand taste of its strength and control.
Other obstacle demonstrations include the 35-degree Side Traverse Ramp, which puts the Triton’s body rigidity and stability to the test when one wheel leaves the ground, and the Roller Ramp, inspired by muddy plantations and construction sites, where the Super Select 4WD-II system ensures power is evenly distributed to all wheels for maximum traction. A Staircase Ramp has also been created to simulate uneven terrain and steep descents. Here, the Triton’s Rock Mode, part of its seven drive modes, demonstrates how effortlessly the vehicle manages challenging surfaces while passengers still enjoy impressive cabin comfort.
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation secara rasmi telah menamatkan penglibatannya dalam sektor pembuatan automotif di China selepas lebih dua dekad beroperasi, dengan pembubaran usaha samanya bersama Shenyang Aerospace Mit. Engine Mfg. Ltd. Langkah ini menandakan titik noktah kepada kehadiran jenama Jepun itu dalam industri automotif China, susulan pemberhentian pengeluaran kenderaan tempatan Mitsubishi sejak tahun 2023. Keputusan ini juga mencerminkan tindak balas strategik syarikat terhadap perubahan drastik dalam landskap industri automotif China, yang kini semakin didominasi oleh kenderaan elektrik (EV).
Usaha sama yang dikenali sebagai Shenyang Aerospace Mitsubishi, ditubuhkan pada Ogos 1997, pernah menjadi tunjang utama operasi Mitsubishi di China. Kilang enjin yang beroperasi sejak 1998 itu menghasilkan rangkaian kuasa bukan sahaja untuk model Mitsubishi, malah turut membekalkan kepada pelbagai pengeluar kenderaan tempatan. Namun, pada 2 Julai 2025, entiti tersebut secara rasminya dijenamakan semula sebagai Shenyang Guoqing Power Technology Co., Ltd., selepas Mitsubishi Motors dan Mitsubishi Corporation menarik diri sebagai pemegang saham.
Menurut kenyataan rasmi, Mitsubishi menjelaskan bahawa keputusan untuk berundur ini dibuat susulan peralihan pantas pasaran automotif China ke arah elektrifikasi. Transformasi menyeluruh ini memaksa syarikat untuk menilai semula hala tuju serantau dan menyusun semula fokus perniagaannya.
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has formally ended its decades-long manufacturing involvement in China by dissolving its joint venture with Shenyang Aerospace Mit. Engine Mfg. Ltd., marking the final step in its withdrawal from the Chinese automotive sector. The move follows the cessation of Mitsubishi’s local vehicle production in 2023 and is being seen as a strategic response to the sweeping transformation of China’s car industry, now heavily dominated by electric vehicles (EVs).
The joint venture, Shenyang Aerospace Mitsubishi, was established in August 1997 and had played a central role in Mitsubishi’s operations in China. The engine plant, which began production in 1998, manufactured powertrains for both Mitsubishi’s own models and a wide range of vehicles from Chinese manufacturers. However, on 2 July 2025, the entity was officially rebranded as Shenyang Guoqing Power Technology Co., Ltd., following the exit of Mitsubishi Motors and Mitsubishi Corporation as shareholders.
In announcing its exit, Mitsubishi Motors cited the accelerated transformation of China’s automotive landscape, particularly its rapid adoption of electrified vehicles, as the key reason for its strategic pullout. The company signalled that this decision was part of a broader reassessment of its regional business focus.
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), pengedar rasmi kenderaan Mitsubishi di negara ini, bakal membawakan pengalaman pemanduan off-road yang mendebarkan ke pantai timur melalui acara “Live the Drive”. Program penuh adrenalin ini akan berlangsung di tempat letak kereta luar AEON Kota Bharu pada 25 dan 26 Julai 2025, bermula jam 10 pagi hingga 10 malam setiap hari.
Acara ini memberi peluang kepada orang ramai untuk merasai sendiri kehebatan prestasi trak pikap Mitsubishi Triton melalui pelbagai cabaran yang direka khas. Tumpuan utama terarah kepada litar luar jalan yang dibina khusus untuk menonjolkan keupayaan sistem pacuan semua roda Super Select 4WD-II, tujuh mod pemanduan pintar, serta casis bingkai tegar yang telah dipertingkatkan.
Pelbagai halangan mencabar disediakan bagi menguji keupayaan Triton dari sudut kawalan, kestabilan dan keselesaan. Antara yang menarik perhatian ialah cabaran “Rupa Bumi Berbatu Tidak Sekata”, yang meniru keadaan sebenar di ladang dan tapak pembinaan. Di sini, teknologi kawalan cengkaman dan suspensi Triton menyerlah, memberikan keselesaan meskipun permukaan tidak rata.
What does a pick-up truck have to do with your regular car? The modern ones can be just as comfortable as sedan, and sometimes better too.
There was a time when pick-up trucks were utilitarian. Those that drove one, used it for a purpose, for work. And there was also a time where you could only register a pick-up truck for commercial purposes.
That has all changed. The vehicle itself is almost unrecognisable in terms of size, design and comfort when compared to their “workhorse” like predecessors.
But even now, there are pick-up trucks that are more utilitarian than others. You don’t buy a Hilux for comfort and neither do you buy a Ranger to go hardcore off-roading. Some pick-up trucks are built to excel at one thing.
That’s just some though, there are others that are built to excel at just about everything.
And in that context, the Mitsubishi Triton, particularly the flagship Athlete variant is arguably the one truck that sits in the midst of a complicated equilibrium and is the best value for money pick-up there is in the market now.
But first, some context.
The Triton that you see on these pages is the sixth-generation variant. It was first introduced to the world towards the second half of 2023 and made its Malaysian debut in October of 2024.
The new Triton had it all. It was much improved over the previous-generation model and was a fine balance of comfort and utility.
But during its launch last year, it was overshadowed by the removal of the diesel subsidies. It was caught in between the political war between those that supported the subsidies and those that agreed for it to be removed.
The industry was in a shock, and this also resulted in lower sales across the board for pick-up truck brands.
So unfortunately for Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), it was just a matter of timing. No one could have predicted the timing of the subsidy removal, and this caught out the new Triton, as good as it may be.
Moving forward.
MMM is not a company that sits on its laurels, or misfortunate in this instance. The company headed back to the drawing board, put its ears to the ground and came back with a new Triton.
It is still the same sixth-generation model, but just with a few enhancements that makes it easier on the eye and easier to live with.
It featured new body decals to give it a sportier presence. It also comes with a sports bar at the rear, a new front bumper with aggressive styling and more importantly an easy lift system for the tailgate. The importance of the latter is never to be underestimated as it makes it easier to lift the excruciatingly heavy tailgate.
And then came the final update, the price. MMM reduced the price from the initial RM166k to RM160k, in response to market conditions obviously.
This made the Triton the most affordable among the three heavenly trucks – the Toyota Hilux Rogue, Ford Ranger Wildtrak and the Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain.
So, what makes the Triton so special?
A few things. For one, the Triton has built a reputation of toughness and dependability. According to data sourced from MMA, over 120,000 Tritons have found a home in Malaysia since 2005. And over the years, the Triton has also evolved to meet any requirements.
Together with the launch of the sixth-generation model, MMM also offered the single-cab (two-door) variant of the Triton for the first time in the Malaysian market. This was in response to market demands from people who wanted a work truck without all the “show and go”.
The Mitsubishi Triton is also known for its advanced four-wheel drive system called the Super Select 2. Though only available in the flagship variant, the system is highly regarded as one of the most advanced in the industry.
The system gives the Triton Athlete seven drive modes and uses a unique viscous-coupling centre differential. This allows the Triton to distribute power between the front and rear axles in 4H mode.
Unlike regular four-wheel-drive systems that limit the speed at which the 4H mode can operate at, you can drive the Triton at any speed in 4H mode, even well past the speed limit if needed. That is something that is only available in the Triton and can be regarded as a safety feature when the road gets slippery.
And if you come across even more challenging terrain and need more traction, you can simply switch to 4HLc or even low range 4LLC to lock the centre differential. This makes the Triton unbeatable when the road gets tough.
There’s also the powertrain of the Triton Athlete. Powering the truck is a 2.4-litre, turbocharged, MIVEC engine putting out 204PS and 470Nm of torque. This is more power than an Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain, and though it may not be as powerful as a Ford Ranger Wildtrak, it surely offers smoother power delivery.
The Ranger uses a bi-turbo system that is prone to lag during power delivery. The Triton on the other hand offers instant power by utilising a twin-stage turbocharger which responds immediately to the accelerator pedal.
MIVEC on the other hand is a legendary system that works by adjusting the timing and positioning of the engine valves based on the engine speed. This in turn enhances performance by improving combustion, thus leading to reduced consumption as well.
And on the topic of reduce consumption, the Trion is the only pick-up truck in the market that runs on an aluminium engine. This is lighter which means the Triton does not have to work as hard to turn its wheels, which in turn reduces consumption.
What’s more, our research showed that the Triton Athlete is one of the cheapest to maintain in its segment. Based on a 20,000km service interval, we calculated the price of each service package all the way until 100,000km.
The Triton Athlete will set you back just RM7,303.18, which is lower than the Toyota Hilux Rogue as well as the Ford Ranger Wildtrak.
That can’t be all?
Definitely not. While design is always subjective, the design of the new Triton is not just easy on the eye, it is also an award winner. It won the 2024 IF Design Award under the Product Design Category.
It also won the 2024 Japan Car of The Year under the Design Car of The Year Category, ASEAN NCAP Grand Prix Awards 2024 which recognised the Triton as the best Pick Up Truck, and finally it also won the Vehicle of The Year Award Malaysia as the Best Pick Up Truck of The Year.
So, the Triton is not just something looks and sounds good on paper, it has substance too.
Great, but what about safety?
The Triton has you covered as well. It did not only score the maximum of five-stars in the ASEAN NCAP crash test safety rating, but also comes with an armada of active, passive, and driver aid systems.
Some of the things that are worth mentioning include seven airbags for the Athlete version, forward collision mitigation system with warning and braking function.
It also comes with adaptive cruise control as well as the all-important blind spot monitoring system. Besides that, it has rear cross traffic alert, lane change alert, and lane departure warning, among many others.
But how does it drive?
Step inside the Triton and the first thing that gets you is the comfort of the suede and leatherette clad seats. The seats are not only plush, but broad as well, which is important for long journeys.
The near vertical dash is another thing that gets you. It looks tough, macho even. And the design makes it seem wider than any other dash on the market.
But the real magic of the Triton though is when you start driving it. The electronic steering rack feels light in your hands, and this shrinks the Triton’s commanding size since it is so easy to manoeuvre. This also makes steering in and out of parking lots a breeze, assisted of course by about half a dozen proximity sensors.
Tickle the throttle a little and the engine responds immediately. The lag is barely noticeable here. Once you really start chatting with the accelerator paddle, the Triton responds by piling on speed faster it takes you to read this sentence.
It is no performance car, and it is not trying to be either, but performance just comes naturally to this Triton. It must be the many years it has spent racing in the legendary Dakar Rally. Some know-how from that race has trickled down to the everyday Triton.
But what we really like is how refined it can be and how easy it is to live with on a day-to-day basis.
For the rear passengers, the Triton is the only pick-up truck to come with roof-mounted air-conditioning vents. And if you’re working in the field or out on a hot day, nothing feels better than having cool air blown to your face.
So, should you get one?
If you want a do-everything, go-anywhere pick-up truck, the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete is the truck to have. It’s not only the most affordable in its class, but being the cheapest also means it offers the best value for money in its class.
And just to sweeten the deal, MMM also included the best warranty package among all its competitors as well. The Triton comes secured with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty while most others only make do with a five-year or 150,000km package.
Not bad for a model that was launched in right in the midst of turmoil, and now has rebuilt itself to become one of, if not the best pick-up truck in its segment.
