|
|
VS |
|
Welcome to the Mitsubishi Triton vs Great Wall Steed comparison for 2018. We’ve never reviewed any Great Wall car or ute in detail up to now but finally managed to check out one and hence the first comparison of the Great Wall Steed with the Mitsubishi Triton. Great Wall as a manufacturer and brand is only known for it’s asbestos parts and very poor safety however that will fade over time if they follow the quality and support part of selling any sort of car or commercial. Thankfully the have also dropped the Wingle model name it usually given. Great Wall have been in Australia for 10 years if you don’t count a few years they stopped selling here for the reasons mentioned.
Mitsubishi Triton vs Great Wall Steed exterior comparison: The Great Wall Steed looks old and is old but you’re not paying ‘new’ car prices which is the selling point for this model. The Steed is based on the proven Isuzu platform easily 20 years old and that indicates who Great Wall is marketing this ute to. There have been many front end changes over the years and 2018 version is the best so far. As far the exterior fitting is concerned it’s very good and certainly equal to the Triton. In comparison the Triton is the most modern looking ute on sale at the moment. The curved cab does help improve interior space and it’s unique design feature and compared to the Steed is a generation ahead.
Mitsubishi Triton vs Great Wall Steed interior comparison: The Great Wall Steed’s interior is not bad looking or feeling, in fact its pretty good. Sure the construction still feels ‘thin’ but the quality of materials in the top range Steed is approaches the Triton’s level. The Triton’s interior is nice too but old school in presentation and there are more hard plastics and it just feels more complete. Overall the Steed’s interior design is clearly parts bin with inconsistent buttons and design compared to the Triton but it is good enough.
Mitsubishi Triton vs Great Wall Steed engines and technology comparison: We’ve covered the Triton’s engines an tech features including having and modern 2.4 diesel that makes decent power and the most advanced 4WD system in the Ute class. In comparison Great Wall Steed has best described as the basics and tosses in a few gadgets. The Steed’s engine is a standard 2 litre turbo diesel (descendent of a Mitsubishi apparently) matched to a branded ‘BorgWarner’ manual transmission and folding and heated mirrors are the main features. As the say ‘you pay for what you get’ and the Steed is a perfect example.
Mitsubishi Triton vs Great Wall Steed drive and street cred: The Triton is a decent drive we have no complaints, just like any other ute in the class. Didn’t drive the Steed yet. The street cred is the most telling feature of both its. The Great Wall Steed has a neutral street view if purchased privately but it is unlikely as it only comes with a manual transmission. In terms of a tradie showing up in a Steed in 2018 may reflect the quality of work that you do and what the customer can expect. Like the other Chinese brands need to prove their worth by having a fleet of the these as taxi’s or courier vehicles and more service outlets.
The winner Mitsubishi Triton vs Great Wall Steed comparison for 2018 is the Triton. The Triton is great value and for anyone that wants a ute. However in comparison to the Great wall Steed which is the cheapest 4WD ute in Australia the Triton appears expensive until the you check out the Steed’s missing specs. You can’t really add the extra bits at all eg. 4WD system. more powerful engine, automatic gearbox and refinement. The intangible between the two is reliability and support which the Great Wall apparently falls behind. Will Great Wall deal with problems or will you be ignored. Will complaints be reported? Finally the Great Wall Steed has a critical problem common to all Chinese brands is price consistency, it’s cheap to buy new and really cheap when discounted which is very often so one week is $29,990 and the next $24,990 so buy only when on sale.
| Mitsubishi Triton | Great Wall Steed |
 |
 |
| Engines | |
| IL4 Diesel Turbo DOHC 16 VVT EFI DI CR 2.4 Litre (2477cc) Claimed 133Kw @ 3500 RPM Claimed 430Nm @ 2500 RPM |
IL4 Diesel Turbo DI CR 2.0Litre (1996cc) Claimed 110Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 310Nm @ 1800RPM |
| Weight | |
| From 1900 Kg (4×4) Towing capacity up to 2000kg |
FROM Approx 1900Kg (4×4) Towing capacity up to 2000kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 75 litres 4N15 Diesel 7 lts per 100km |
Up to 58 litres 2.o Diesel 9 lts per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 6 speed manual or 5 speed Auto Overall height/width 1780/1815 Overall length/wheelbase 5280/3000 Tray L1520 x W1475 x D475 mm Total payload capability 935kg (Approx) NCAP safety rating ?/5 |
5 or 6 speed Manual Overall height/width 1760/1800 Overall length/wheelbase 5345/3200 Tray L1545 x W1460 x D480 mm Total payload – up to 1250kg (Approx) ANCAP safety rating 5/5 |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach 30′ Departure 28′ Breakover 24′ Minimum ground clearance 229mm Water Fording depth 500mm Max Dual range All Wheel Drive or 2WD |
Varies dependent on configuration. Angle of: (degrees) Approach 25′ Departure 21′ Breakover xx Minimum ground clearance 171 mm Water Fording depth xxxmm MAX 4WD system: Dual range 4WD or 2WD |
| Performance | |
| Pricing (Dual-Cab) |
|
| 2018 From $38,000 – 48,000 AUD 4×4 Dual Cab 4WD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |
2018 From $30,990 AUD Dual Cab 4WD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |