Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab vs Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab in South Africa

Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab

2.6D Chassis Cab Aircon 5MT Diesel Current
ZAR 391,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 58 kW 🔧 167 Nm ⛽ 10.2 km/l
VS
Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab in South Africa

Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab

2.4L 4x2 GL M/T Diesel 5-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 499,990 ex-showroom
⚡ 81 kW 🔧 200 Nm ⛽ 12.5 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab vs Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab: the short answer

H-100 Chassis Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Triton Single Cab remains close.

H-100 Chassis Cab starts ZAR 132,090 cheaper H-100 Chassis Cab from ZAR 367,900 · Triton Single Cab from ZAR 499,990

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification H-100 Chassis Cab Triton Single Cab
Maximum Power H-100 Chassis Cab58 kW Triton Single Cab81 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque H-100 Chassis Cab167 Nm Triton Single Cab200 Nm @ 1000-3750 rpm
Engine Size H-100 Chassis Cab2607 cc Triton Single Cab2442 cc
Combined Fuel Economy H-100 Chassis Cab10.2 km/l Triton Single Cab12.5 km/l
Ground Clearance H-100 Chassis Cab185 mm Triton Single Cab200 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Specification evidence leader

H-100 Chassis Cab

Strengths
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to: General Use

Triton Single Cab

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to: Published Efficiency Published Practicality

Which One's Right for You?

H-100 Chassis Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment

Triton Single Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H-100 Chassis Cab Triton Single Cab
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed 2024
Generation Current South African H-100 Chassis Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. Sixth-generation Triton
Facelift History Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle. Next-Gen Triton launched in South Africa in November 2024.
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Current specification
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style Chassis cab Single-cab pickup
Body Type Cab Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name -
Color Note Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. -
Dealer Stock Note Mid grade in the South Africa lineup -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment Pickup One-ton single-cab pickup
Tare Mass Kg 1434 kg -
Vehicle Type Pickup Light commercial vehicle
Spec H-100 Chassis Cab Triton Single Cab
Length 4795 mm 5320 mm
Width 1740 mm 1865 mm
Height 1970 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase 2430 mm 3130 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 185 mm 200 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed 185 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 l 75 l
Boot/Cargo Space Not Applicable 1904 l
Kerb Weight 1434 kg 1625 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3015 kg 2570 kg
Payload Capacity 1581 kg 945 kg
Towing Capacity 1200 kg 0 kg
Seating Capacity 3 seats 2 seats
Number of Rows 2 rows 1 rows
Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed 6.35 m
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 1007 mm
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Applicable
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 1059 mm
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Applicable

In depth: how these cars differ

This H-100 Chassis Cab and Triton Single Cab comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.

Performance index: H-100 Chassis Cab 34 vs Triton Single Cab 34.

Efficiency index: H-100 Chassis Cab 46 vs Triton Single Cab 49.

Safety-equipment index: H-100 Chassis Cab 94 vs Triton Single Cab 32.

Practicality index: H-100 Chassis Cab 58 vs Triton Single Cab 72.

Ownership-cover index: H-100 Chassis Cab 65 vs Triton Single Cab not separately scored.

These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.

Specification Evidence Index

A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.

Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout

H-100 Chassis Cab leads by 13 points

H-100 Chassis Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Triton Single Cab remains close.

Evidence leader 59 /100
Lead 13 points
Data 78% source coverage
59
#1 Evidence leader

H-100 Chassis Cab

78% source coverage 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Performance 34
Performance 34
Efficiency 46
Safety 94
Practicality 58
Ownership 65
Leads by 13 points
46
#2

Triton Single Cab

79% source coverage 1 strong categories
Best at Practicality 72 Check Safety 32
Performance 34
Efficiency 49
Safety 32
Practicality 72
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Level Efficiency Triton Single Cab +3 Safety H-100 Chassis Cab +62 Practicality Triton Single Cab +14

Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

H-100 Chassis Cab

Performance 34/100
Efficiency 46/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 58/100
Ownership 65/100

Triton Single Cab

Performance 34/100
Efficiency 49/100
Safety 32/100
Practicality 72/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab leads the specification evidence index with 59 pts vs 46 pts for Triton Single Cab

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H-100 Chassis Cab leads. However, Triton Single Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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H-100 Chassis Cab vs Triton Single Cab questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.

A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.

Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.

Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.