Take the Mitsubishi Triton, which is named after a Greek god that’s represented as half human and half fish. This is perhaps why it was chosen for a pick-up truck: half SUV, half commercial vehicle. However, in the UK, it’s called the L200.
This vehicle is lovely. Big, chunky, powerful, comfortable, actually quite plush with its leather heated seats and cruise control. For a pickup it’s a great drive, and for those who have moaned, it’s not meant to be a sports car!
What does L200 stand for?
L200 or L-200 may refer to: Mitsubishi Triton (L200), a compact pickup truck. Saturn L-Series L200, an automobile by General Motors. Daihatsu Mira, third generation, an automobile. Let L-200 Morava, a two-engine touring and light passenger aircraft.
Who makes L200?
Mitsubishi L200. The L200 has been the UK’s favourite pickup truck for 20 years and the current model the L200 Series 6 is as close as we’ve come to the perfect pickup truck. It’s easy to drive, easy to park and comes with advanced safety features and entertainment options.
There’s only one 2.5-litre diesel engine, too, but it’s available with two different power outputs – 134 or 175bhp.
Is Mitsubishi a good car?
Mitsubishi has a reliability ranking of 4.0 out of 5.0, ranking it 6th out of 32 car brands. This is a very good ranking, considering that most car brands have a reliability ranking of 3.0 or lower.
Where is the Mitsubishi L200 made?
Designed by Akinori Nakanishi, it is built exclusively by Mitsubishi’s subsidiary in Thailand and is exported to 140 global markets. It is mostly known as L200 except for Japan and its subsidiary countries’ markets. The car has a 2.5-liter turbodiesel engine developing 134 kW (180 hp).
Is L200 and Triton the same?
The Mitsubishi Triton is a compact pickup truck produced by Mitsubishi Motors. In Japan it was originally known as the Mitsubishi Forte and from 1991 as the Strada.
Mitsubishi Triton
Also called
Mitsubishi L200 Mitsubishi Strada
Production
1978–present
Body and chassis
Class
Compact pickup truck
What problems do Mitsubishi L200 have?
Problems with the engine overheating can also affect the head gasket, which another common component failure on the Mitsubishi L200. Owners should be aware of a bubbling sound once the engine has been turned off; this is a sign of the radiator failing which also leads to head gasket breaking.
How many miles will a Mitsubishi L200 last?
Well-maintained and carefully driven vehicles can manage 80,000 miles or more to a head gasket, but some will go sooner. If the engine is in poor shape, it can be more cost effective to swap it for a low-mileage one from a breaker or find a professionally reconditioned example.
Combined fuel consumption averages 8.5 l/ 100 km (27.67 mpg).
How many miles is a full tank in a L200?
Mitsubishi says the L200 will do 700 miles on one tank of fuel.
Are L200 good off road?
Four-wheel drive adventure
Equipped with one of the most sophisticated four-wheel drive systems, the Mitsubishi L200 is a lot of fun off the tarmac. Ascents, descents and inclines push a driver and their machine to their limits – but never beyond.
Is L200 good on gas?
Mitsubishi L200 MPG & CO2
Official quoted figures for the revised L200 are up to 32.1mpg for the manual version and 29.1mpg for the six-speed automatic, making it less efficient than most SUVs but reasonable for a pickup.
How many gears does an L200 have?
Let’s get back to business – the current-gen Mitsubishi L200 gives you the choice of an automatic (5-speed) or manual (6-speed) gearbox, but the engine stays the same, you’ll get 2.4 litres of diesel.
How do I put my L200 in 4WD?
What is 2H 4H 4HLc 4LLc?
There are four modes: 2H – 4H – 4H LC – 4L LC 2H is two wheel drive, specifically the rears only.4H is 4X4, driving all four wheels, but in an all-wheel-drive mode that is safe to use on high-traction surfaces like bitumen.
How does Mitsubishi 4 wheel drive work?
With “4WD Auto” mode selected, the system uses a rear-mounted electronically controlled transfer clutch to automatically and seamlessly route more power to the rear wheels, depending on driving and road surface conditions. The driver can freely change the drive mode at any time.
4HLc: 4WD, high range, locked centre differential. Power is sent to the front and rear axles with the centre differential locked, ensuring that a percentage of power is still sent to the forward axles even if a rear wheel is spinning (and vice versa). 4LLc: 4WD, low range, locked centre differential.
Should I drive in 2H or 4H?
Four-wheel drive vehicles generally have three settings: 2H, 4L, and 4H. 2H is ideal for normal, everyday driving. Use 2H for dry, flat, paved roads. 4L is best suited for a time when you need maximum traction and power.