GWM P Series vs Mitsubishi Triton Single 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 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

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

P Series holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Triton Single Cab.

Recorded price context P Series: last listed from ZAR 444,900 · Triton Single Cab: current from ZAR 499,990

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification P Series Triton Single Cab
Maximum Power P Series110 kW Triton Single Cab81 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque P Series480 Nm Triton Single Cab200 Nm @ 1000-3750 rpm
Engine Size P Series1996 cc Triton Single Cab2442 cc
Combined Fuel Economy P Series9.8 km/l Triton Single Cab12.5 km/l
Ground Clearance P Series210 mm Triton Single Cab200 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)

Specification evidence leader

P Series

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Published Performance Published Practicality

Triton Single Cab

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Fewer listed safety features
  • Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to: Published Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

P Series

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
  • Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

Triton Single Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use

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 Single 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.
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 Single-cab pickup
Model Year Not confirmed 2026
Production Status Not confirmed active
Segment Not confirmed One-ton single-cab pickup
Vehicle Type Not confirmed Light commercial vehicle
Spec P Series Triton Single Cab
Length 5360 mm 5320 mm
Width 1900 mm 1865 mm
Height 1815 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase 3220 mm 3130 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 210 mm 200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 l 75 l
Kerb Weight 1985 kg 1625 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3000 kg 2570 kg
Payload Capacity 900 kg 945 kg
Towing Capacity 3500 kg 0 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 seats
Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius 13.6 m 6.35 m
Front Headroom 1020 mm 1007 mm
Rear Headroom 975 mm Not Applicable
Front Legroom 1070 mm 1059 mm
Rear Legroom 880 mm Not Applicable
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not confirmed 185 mm
Boot/Cargo Space Not confirmed 1904 l
Number of Rows Not confirmed 1 rows

In depth: how these cars differ

This P Series and Triton Single 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 Single Cab 34.

Efficiency index: P Series 41 vs Triton Single Cab 49.

Safety-equipment index: P Series 91 vs Triton Single Cab 32.

Practicality index: P Series 81 vs Triton Single Cab 72.

Ownership-cover index: P Series 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

P Series leads by 23 points

P Series holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Triton Single Cab.

Evidence leader 69 /100
Lead 23 points
Data 94% source coverage
69
#1 Evidence leader

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
Leads by 23 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 P Series +27 Efficiency Triton Single Cab +8 Safety P Series +59 Practicality P Series +9

Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

P Series

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

Triton Single Cab

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

What the evidence means

Evidence index GWM P Series leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts vs 46 pts for Triton Single Cab

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, P Series 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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P Series vs Triton Single 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.