2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLS Crash Test Ratings: Five-Star Safety Achieved
The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLS has achieved a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, scoring particularly well in child occupant protection. With a comprehensive suite of safety features and strong performance across various crash tests, it sets a new benchmark for safety in the ute segment.
The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton, including the GLS variant, has recently undergone rigorous safety testing by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). Here are the key results and safety features:
ANCAP Safety Rating
The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton has achieved a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, the highest possible score. This rating applies to all variants in the Triton range, including the GLS model.
Detailed Scores
- Adult Occupant Protection: 86%
- Child Occupant Protection: 89%
- Vulnerable Road User Protection: 74%
- Safety Assist: 70%
Key Safety Features
The Triton GLS comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety features, including:
- 8 airbags (including front, side, curtain, and center airbags)
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with pedestrian and cyclist detection
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Driver Attention Alert
- 360-degree camera system
Notable Achievements
- The Triton is the first ute to be tested under ANCAP's stringent 2023-2025 testing protocols and achieve a 5-star rating.
- It performed particularly well in child occupant protection tests.
Areas for Improvement
While achieving a 5-star rating, ANCAP noted some areas where the Triton could improve:
- Chest protection for rear passengers in certain crash scenarios
- Performance of some active safety systems, particularly in T-bone intersection crashes and head-on collisions
The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLS's 5-star ANCAP rating demonstrates its strong safety credentials, making it a compelling choice for safety-conscious buyers in the competitive ute segment.
