Mitsubishi L200 Buyers Guide (2014-2024)

The Mitsubishi L200, alternatively known as the Triton, builds on a longstanding history as one of the most practical and utilitarian pickups in this market. Historically, it set itself apart from its competitors that include the Toyota Hilux and the Isuzu D-Max with its simplicity. The L200 gets the job done in the most practical way possible and this is all that matters. These credentials have elevated the L200 to become the leading pickup both in commercial and private applications. In keeping with the times, the L200 has onboarded modern technology that has made it a complex pickup that is prone to problems. Issues such as DPF failure and EGR problems have become particularly chronic which requires one to have extensive knowledge when buying a used L200. In this guide, we equip you with the right information needed to buy the right L200.

Our years of experience at various dealerships has given us exceptional knowledge in used cars such as the L200 and we share with you valuable information in this guide. We also go the extra mile to interview current owners in order to give you a complete view of the L200. We have compiled this guide as a practical handbook that you can carry along as a checklist when buying a used L200.

Here is what you get in this book:

Mitsubishi L200 Performance and Efficiency

We give you a detailed analysis of the engines that come with the Mitsubishi L200, their performance in real-life use and their fuel efficiency. We give you our recommended engine for a used L200. It comes with the following engines;

1. The 2.4-Litre MIVEC Diesel Engine
2. The 2.4-Litre MIVEC Petrol Engine

Problems to Look Out for When Buying a used Mitsubishi L200

This chapter gives a detailed analysis of the major problems that used Mitsubishi L200s have and how to check for them. These include:

1. Injector Problems
2. Turbocharger Issues
3. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Problems
4. EGR Valve and Cooler Issues
5. Timing Belt and Chain Issues
6. Transmission Problems

Mitsubishi L200 Reliability

This chapter delves into the long-term reliability of the Mitsubishi L200. We give you the accurate picture of how reliable the L200 is over the long-term and what issues to expect along the way.

Mitsubishi L200 Off-Road Performance

We talk about the off-road capabilities of the Mitsubishi L200 and how it performs in various road conditions. These conditions are what a normal user expects such as icy roads, muddy roads, rough terrain and other conditions.

Mitsubishi L200 Maintenance Costs

A detailed breakdown of how much it will cost you to maintain the Mitsubishi L200. Areas covered include: Regular Maintenance, Brake Replacement, Tyre Replacement, Battery Replacement, Scheduled Servicing, Repairs

Mitsubishi L200 Comparison with Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Ford Ranger T6, and Nissan Navara

A head-to-head comparison with the Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Ford Ranger T6, and Nissan Navara. We compare and contrast factors such as performance, features and interior, reliability, off-road capability, towing and payload, pricing, fuel efficiency and safety features.

Conclusion

We give a final verdict on the Mitsubishi L200 - whether you should buy it or not.