Verdict
The JMC Vigus Pro is the more rounded everyday truck here: RM98,888 buys five seats, four doors, an eight-speed automatic and 340 Nm from 1,500 rpm. The Mitsubishi Triton costs RM101,980, but counters with 179 hp and 430 Nm, against the JMC’s 139 hp and 340 Nm, plus a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Its six-speed manual and two-seat, two-door layout are clear restrictions for private use. The JMC also brings an 8.0-inch touchscreen, reverse camera and front and rear parking sensors.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need a five-seat, four-door pickup with an eight-speed automatic and useful parking aids.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if 179 hp, 430 Nm, a manual gearbox and five years of unlimited-mileage warranty matter more than passenger capacity.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Mitsubishi Triton RM101,980
- Power and torque: JMC Vigus Pro 139 hp/340 Nm; Mitsubishi Triton 179 hp/430 Nm
- Transmission: JMC Vigus Pro 8-speed automatic; Mitsubishi Triton 6-speed manual
- Cabin capacity: JMC Vigus Pro 4 doors/5 seats; Mitsubishi Triton 2 doors/2 seats
- Warranty: JMC Vigus Pro 3 years/100,000 km; Mitsubishi Triton 5 years/unlimited mileage
- Fuel tank: JMC Vigus Pro 68 litres; Mitsubishi Triton 75 litres
Vigus Pro
- Eight-speed automatic with manual mode and paddle shifts
- Four doors and five seats
- 8.0-inch touchscreen, reverse camera and front/rear parking sensors
- Less output: 139 hp and 340 Nm versus 179 hp and 430 Nm
- Three-year/100,000-km warranty versus five years with unlimited mileage
- Smaller 68-litre fuel tank versus 75 litres
Triton
- 179 hp and 430 Nm from its 2.4-litre turbodiesel
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Three airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag
- Six-speed manual rather than an eight-speed automatic
- Two doors and two seats versus four doors and five seats
- No reverse camera or parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,888✓ | RM101,980 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM794 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,442 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 3,600 rpm | 179 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 430 Nm at 2,250 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 86 mm | 86 mm × 105.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7 | 15.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode | 6MT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | — |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 265/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 265/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 16" Steel Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 16" Steel Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Locking Rear Differential | Easy Select 4WD |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 3 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Backrest | — |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Vigus Pro vs Triton FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Mitsubishi Triton better?
The JMC Vigus Pro is better for carrying passengers and daily convenience, with five seats, four doors and an eight-speed automatic. The Mitsubishi Triton is better for outright output and warranty cover, producing 179 hp and 430 Nm with five years of unlimited-mileage protection.
What is the price difference?
The JMC Vigus Pro is RM3,092 cheaper than the Mitsubishi Triton. That gap also gets the JMC an eight-speed automatic, five seats, reverse camera and parking sensors.
Which truck has the stronger engine?
The Mitsubishi Triton has the stronger diesel engine, producing 179 hp and 430 Nm. The JMC Vigus Pro makes 139 hp and 340 Nm, although its peak torque arrives earlier at 1,500 rpm versus 2,250 rpm.
