GWM P Series vs Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Includes a historical vehicle

Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

GWM P Series Discontinued model
GWM P Series in South Africa

GWM P Series

2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Discontinued model
ZAR 599,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 480 Nm ⛽ 9.8 km/l
VS
Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab in South Africa

Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab

2.4L Bi-Turbo A/T Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 959,990 ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW 🔧 470 Nm ⛽ 11.9 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

GWM P Series vs Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab: the short answer

Triton Double Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while P Series remains close.

Recorded price context P Series: last listed from ZAR 444,900 · Triton Double Cab: current from ZAR 639,990

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification P Series Triton Double Cab
Maximum Power P Series110 kW Triton Double Cab150 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque P Series480 Nm Triton Double Cab470 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm
Engine Size P Series1996 cc Triton Double Cab2442 cc
Combined Fuel Economy P Series9.8 km/l Triton Double Cab11.9 km/l
Ground Clearance P Series210 mm Triton Double Cab228 mm

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

Evidence for GWM P Series 2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4

Source type: Hagalu catalogue record

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

P Series

Strengths
  • Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Fewer listed safety features
  • Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to: General Use
Specification evidence leader

Triton Double Cab

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to: Published Performance Published Efficiency Published Practicality

Which One's Right for You?

P Series

  • Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix

Triton Double Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
  • Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec P Series Triton Double Cab
Model Introduced Year 2020 2024
Generation The P Series sold in South Africa is the first generation marketed under the GWM banner locally, derived from Great Wall's POER platform launched in China in 2019. Local specification differs from the Chinese-market POER in suspension calibration (firmer for higher payload), 4x4 system tuning (greater bias to load-carrying durability over technical off-road performance) and trim levels (the South African range is more equipment-loaded than the domestic Chinese equivalent at the same price point). Sixth-generation Triton
Facelift History Since its 2020 South African launch, the P Series has received two notable updates. A 2022 mid-cycle refresh introduced the larger 10.25-inch infotainment screen on LS and above, updated driver-assistance calibration to reduce false lane-departure alerts on SA rural roads, and added wireless Apple CarPlay on the LT and LX. A 2024 specification update added the 360-degree camera as standard on LT trim, upgraded the rear-camera resolution across the range and revised the suspension damping after South African dealer feedback noted the original tune was firmer than ideal on Eastern Cape gravel. Next-Gen Triton launched in South Africa in November 2024; Bi-Turbo added in 2026.
Facelift Launched Since 2024 Current specification
Body Type Cab Double Cab -
Tare Mass Kg 1985 kg -
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Current
Body Style Not confirmed Double-cab pickup
Model Year Not confirmed 2026
Production Status Not confirmed active
Segment Not confirmed One-ton double-cab pickup
Vehicle Type Not confirmed Light commercial vehicle
Spec P Series Triton Double Cab
Length 5360 mm 5360 mm
Width 1900 mm 1930 mm
Height 1815 mm 1815 mm
Wheelbase 3220 mm 3130 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 210 mm 228 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 l 75 l
Kerb Weight 1985 kg 2035 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3000 kg 3020 kg
Payload Capacity 900 kg 985 kg
Towing Capacity 3500 kg 3500 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius 13.6 m 6.35 m
Front Headroom 1020 mm 1000 mm
Rear Headroom 975 mm 972 mm
Front Legroom 1070 mm 1059 mm
Rear Legroom 880 mm 857 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not confirmed 195 mm
Boot/Cargo Space Not confirmed 1262 l
Number of Rows Not confirmed 2 rows

In depth: how these cars differ

This P Series and Triton Double Cab comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.

Performance index: P Series 61 vs Triton Double Cab 75.

Efficiency index: P Series 41 vs Triton Double Cab 47.

Safety-equipment index: P Series 91 vs Triton Double Cab 95.

Practicality index: P Series 81 vs Triton Double Cab 90.

Ownership-cover index: P Series 65 vs Triton Double 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

Triton Double Cab leads by 9 points

Triton Double Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while P Series remains close.

Evidence leader 78 /100
Lead 9 points
Data 83% source coverage
78
#1 Evidence leader

Triton Double Cab

83% source coverage 3 strong categories
Best at Safety 95 Check Efficiency 47
Performance 75
Efficiency 47
Safety 95
Practicality 90
Leads by 9 points
69
#2

P Series

94% source coverage 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 91 Check Efficiency 41
Performance 61
Efficiency 41
Safety 91
Practicality 81
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Triton Double Cab +14 Efficiency Triton Double Cab +6 Safety Triton Double Cab +4 Practicality Triton Double Cab +9

Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

Triton Double Cab

Performance 75/100
Efficiency 47/100
Safety 95/100
Practicality 90/100

P Series

Performance 61/100
Efficiency 41/100
Safety 91/100
Practicality 81/100
Ownership 65/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab leads the specification evidence index with 78 pts vs 69 pts for P Series

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

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P Series vs Triton Double Cab questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.