Triton has new leader

Having announced the resumption of its product plans for the remainder of 2020, Mitsubishi has unveiled the special edition Triton Xtreme as the range’s new flagship model.

The Xtreme represents the most radical iteration of the Triton to date, with the emphasis being on off-road prowess.

In this regard, it gains a raft of mainly exterior updates valued at R100 000, but with a price hike of R40 000 compared to the “standard model” on which it is based.

Billed as having been developed for buyers with an “extreme lifestyle”, the Xtreme receives a new front bumper and grille, both finished in black, a bonnet plus headlight protector, a black Keko Sport sports bar, special black A-line hazard alloy wheels wrapped in Pirelli Scorpion all-terrain tyres, Fender Flare wheel arch extensions with visible nuts, black roof rails, grey side steps and exterior window visors.

In addition, it also gets a tow bar as standard, along with black-and-grey Xtreme badging on the front doors and tailgate, a rubberised loadbin, black 4×4 decals, a special mag wheel spanner, plus a tailgate and tonneau cover.

Introduced on the current facelift model, the Ezydown tailgate with hydraulic support comes as standard.

Its interior benefits from a sports gear knob, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The Xtreme tops the Triton range at R639 995, which includes a three year/ 100 000km warranty plus a five year/90 000km service plan.