Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab vs JAC X200 Double 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.

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
VS
JAC X200 Double Cab in South Africa

JAC X200 Double Cab

X200 2.8L TDI 80 kW 1.3-tonne Double-cab Diesel 5-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 409,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 80 kW 🔧 240 Nm ⛽ 12.5 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab vs JAC X200 Double Cab: the short answer

X200 Double Cab holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Triton Single Cab.

X200 Double Cab starts ZAR 140,090 cheaper Triton Single Cab from ZAR 499,990 · X200 Double Cab from ZAR 359,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Triton Single Cab X200 Double Cab
Maximum Power Triton Single Cab81 kW @ 4000 rpm X200 Double Cab80 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque Triton Single Cab200 Nm @ 1000-3750 rpm X200 Double Cab240 Nm @ 1800-2000 rpm
Engine Size Triton Single Cab2442 cc X200 Double Cab2771 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Triton Single Cab12.5 km/l X200 Double Cab12.5 km/l
Ground Clearance Triton Single Cab200 mm X200 Double Cab170 mm

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

Independent editorial assessment

Hagalu editorial ratings

When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.

Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab

2.4L 4x2 GL M/T

Hagalu editorial rating
4.3/5

Desk research · Exact variant

Hagalu Editorial Team ·

Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.

Read the review and score breakdown

JAC X200 Double Cab

X200 2.8L TDI 80 kW 1.3-tonne Double-cab

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.

How Hagalu rates cars

Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Triton Single Cab

Strengths
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to: Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader

X200 Double Cab

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

Which One's Right for You?

Triton Single Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

X200 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

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Triton Single Cab X200 Double Cab
Model Introduced Year 2024 2026
Generation Sixth-generation Triton Current South African X200 Double Cab range verified on 7 September 2026
Facelift History Next-Gen Triton launched in South Africa in November 2024. No later South African facelift was identified in the current official model and brochure material
Facelift Launched Since Current specification Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Current Not Applicable
Body Style Single-cab pickup Forward-cab double cab
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment One-ton single-cab pickup Forward-cab light commercial vehicle
Vehicle Type Light commercial vehicle Light commercial vehicle
Spec Triton Single Cab X200 Double Cab
Length 5320 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Width 1865 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Height 1700 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Wheelbase 3130 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (Default) 200 mm 170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 185 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 l 65 l
Boot/Cargo Space 1904 l Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 1625 kg 1760 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 2570 kg 3030 kg
Payload Capacity 945 kg 1300 kg
Towing Capacity 0 kg 1250 kg
Seating Capacity 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Rows 1 rows Not Officially Disclosed
Doors 2 doors Not Officially Disclosed
Minimum Turning Radius 6.35 m 5.75 m
Front Headroom 1007 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom Not Applicable Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom 1059 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom Not Applicable Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This Triton Single Cab and X200 Double 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: Triton Single Cab 34 vs X200 Double Cab 44.

Efficiency index: Triton Single Cab 49 vs X200 Double Cab 54.

Safety-equipment index: Triton Single Cab 32 vs X200 Double Cab 88.

Practicality index: Triton Single Cab 72 vs X200 Double Cab 69.

Ownership-cover index: Triton Single Cab not separately scored vs X200 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

X200 Double Cab leads by 18 points

X200 Double Cab holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Triton Single Cab.

Evidence leader 64 /100
Lead 18 points
Data 52% source coverage
64
#1 Evidence leader

X200 Double Cab

52% source coverage 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 88 Check Performance 44
Performance 44
Efficiency 54
Safety 88
Practicality 69
Leads by 18 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 X200 Double Cab +10 Efficiency X200 Double Cab +5 Safety X200 Double Cab +56 Practicality Triton Single Cab +3

Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

X200 Double Cab

Performance 44/100
Efficiency 54/100
Safety 88/100
Practicality 69/100

Triton Single Cab

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

What the evidence means

Evidence index JAC X200 Double Cab leads the specification evidence index with 64 pts vs 46 pts for Triton Single Cab

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X200 Double 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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Triton Single Cab vs X200 Double 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.