NZ work-ute comparison

Mitsubishi Triton vs Nissan Navara: Related, Not Identical

The latest Navara and Triton are closely related in platform and core diesel hardware, but the NZ ranges are not interchangeable. Bodies, grade walk, suspension proposition, 4WD naming, warranty and dealer support create the real decision.

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Mitsubishi Triton case

Cab-chassis and wellside work choice

Nissan Navara case

New SL to PRO-4X double-cab range

Decision rule

Choose Triton for broader cab/body availability and its established NZ grade ladder; choose Navara for the focused double-cab range, Nissan design and Premcar-tuned suspension proposition. Compare the exact local grades, not the shared engineering story.

Quick answer

The short answer

Choose Mitsubishi Triton if…

Choose Triton when a cab-chassis, broader work range or Mitsubishi support proposition fits better.

Choose Nissan Navara if…

Choose Navara when its new double-cab grades, Premcar tuning and Nissan ownership package appeal.

Neither automatically wins if…

Shared platform and 150kW/470Nm outputs do not make grade, payload or ownership terms identical.

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Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi Triton

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Cab-chassis and wellside work choice
GLX to VRX grade ladder
150kW/470Nm and 3.5t towing

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Nissan

Nissan Navara

Current range price not published in the cited page

New SL to PRO-4X double-cab range
Premcar-tuned suspension across the range
Super 4WD on ST-X and PRO-4X

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Published New Zealand comparison data
Comparison point	Mitsubishi Triton	Nissan Navara
NZ availability	Available now	Available now
Published price	Request current pricing	Current range price not published in the cited page
Verified variants	Triton GLX: Available now · Triton GLX-Sport: Available now · Triton GLXR: Available now · Triton VRX: Available now	Navara SL: Available now · Navara ST: Available now · Navara ST-X: Available now · Navara PRO-4X: Available now
Powertrain	Diesel	Diesel
Body	Cab-chassis and wellside range	Double cab wellside
Engine / system	2.4L bi-turbo diesel	2.4L twin-turbo diesel
Power	150kW	150kW
Torque	470Nm	470Nm
Transmission	Not published in the cited NZ source	Not published in the cited NZ source
Published economy	Not published in the cited NZ source	Not published in the cited NZ source
Payload	Up to 1,000kg	Up to 1,000kg on SL dual cab
GVM	Not published in the cited NZ source	Not published in the cited NZ source
GCM	Not published in the cited NZ source	Not published in the cited NZ source
Towing	3,500kg braked	3,500kg braked
Cargo / tub	Not published in the cited NZ source	Not published in the cited NZ source
Driveline	2WD or Super Select II 4WD by grade	Easy 4WD or Super 4WD by grade
Electric range	Not applicable	Not applicable
Combined range	Not applicable	Not applicable
Charging	Not applicable	Not applicable
Worksite power	Not stated	Not stated
Safety	Not published in the cited NZ source	5-star ANCAP (tested 2024)
Warranty	5 years / 130,000km new-vehicle warranty; up to 10 years / 160,000km powertrain subject to conditions	5 years / 150,000km baseline; up to 10 years / 300,000km with qualifying Nissan servicing
Service / ownership	15,000km or 12 months; authorised servicing required for Diamond Advantage extensions	Service-activated warranty conditions apply; confirm intervals and commercial-use eligibility

Like-for-like

Realistic current grade matchups

These are shortlist starting points. Verify the exact New Zealand equipment, price and configuration before treating two grades as equivalent.

Work double cab

Mitsubishi Triton

Triton GLX Double Cab

Nissan Navara

Navara SL Dual Cab

Match 4WD, payload and fitted equipment; Triton also offers bodies Navara does not.

Mid-grade 4WD

Mitsubishi Triton

Triton GLXR

Nissan Navara

Navara ST-X

Compare Super Select II and Super 4WD equipment, tyres, suspension and price.

Premium 4WD

Mitsubishi Triton

Triton VRX

Nissan Navara

Navara PRO-4X

Premium and off-road positioning overlap, but specification and calibration differ.

Work-first verdict

Choose Triton for broader cab/body availability and its established NZ grade ladder; choose Navara for the focused double-cab range, Nissan design and Premcar-tuned suspension proposition. Compare the exact local grades, not the shared engineering story.

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Do not describe the vehicles as identical
Compare exact suspension, tyres and 4WD equipment
Price warranty eligibility and dealer access separately

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Specifications are shared with the model pages and current vehicle finder. “Not published” is shown where the cited New Zealand source does not support one reliable model-family figure; exact grades can differ.

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What is shared—and what is not

The new Navara uses the same underlying architecture and 2.4-litre twin/bi-turbo diesel outputs as Triton: 150kW and 470Nm. That shared base does not establish identical suspension calibration, body range, grade equipment, tyres, warranty, service plan or dealer experience.

Suspension and 4WD proposition

Nissan promotes Premcar-tuned suspension across the range, optional at extra cost on SL, plus Easy 4WD on SL/ST and Super 4WD on ST-X/PRO-4X. Mitsubishi lists Super Select II by grade. Confirm the exact modes, tune, wheel/tyre package and payload before deciding.

Payload, towing and body choice

Both publish up to 3,500kg braked towing. Triton states up to 1,000kg payload and offers cab-chassis/wellside choices; Navara publishes one tonne on SL automatic 4x4 and is double cab. A tray or service body can make this a Triton-only comparison before trim is considered.

Price, warranty and dealer proposition

Obtain current NZ quotes for genuinely equivalent grades. Separate accessories and temporary offers, then compare warranty conditions, scheduled services, workshop distance, parts availability and downtime support. Nissan's extra warranty years are service activated rather than automatic.

Source discipline

Current primary sources

Specifications and prices can change. These first-party pages were checked on the dates shown; the supplying dealer's written offer remains decisive.

Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand Triton range↗Checked 11 September 2026
Mitsubishi New Zealand Diamond Advantage warranty↗Checked 25 August 2026
Nissan New Zealand Navara range↗Checked 11 September 2026
Nissan New Zealand warranty programme↗Checked 11 September 2026
Nissan New Zealand Navara warranty programme↗Checked 11 September 2026

Common questions

Mitsubishi Triton vs Nissan Navara NZ FAQs

Are the new Navara and Triton the same ute?+

They share core architecture and diesel outputs, but NZ body choices, grade equipment, suspension proposition, 4WD specification, warranty and dealer support differ.

Do they use the same engine outputs?+

Current NZ sources list a 2.4-litre twin/bi-turbo diesel producing 150kW and 470Nm for both.

Can both tow 3,500kg?+

Both publish up to 3,500kg braked towing. Check the exact grade's payload, GCM, axle limits and tow-ball load.

Which has more body choices?+

Triton. It includes cab-chassis and wellside work configurations, while the current Navara range is double cab.

What is different about Navara suspension?+

Nissan promotes Premcar-tuned suspension for New Zealand, optional at extra cost on SL. Compare it with the exact Triton grade on a representative loaded route.

Which premium grades should I compare?+

Start with Triton VRX and Navara PRO-4X, then check whether their tyres, 4WD modes, towing equipment and payload match the same job.

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