Mitsubishi is quietly making its presence felt in South America with a new special edition of its Triton pickup. The Triton Savana has just been introduced in Brazil, emphasizing rugged off-road capabilities and distinctive styling. The current-generation Triton was launched globally in 2023 and arrived in the South American market a year later. Now, only twelve months after that regional debut, Mitsubishi has expanded the lineup with the Savana variant, echoing a similar strategy it employed with the previous-generation model, which also received a special edition in 2023.
The Triton Savana is built on the Katana trim, the top-of-the-line version of the standard model, and adds a set of bespoke visual and functional enhancements. Two new paint options, Rally Yellow and Forest Green, set this edition apart, complemented by subtle decals and matte graphite gray finishes on the grille and body cladding. Mitsubishi emphasizes that the cladding is not merely aesthetic; it is designed to protect vulnerable areas from stones and light off-road impacts. Functional upgrades include rock sliders that double as side steps, a roof rack, and a working snorkel. The snorkel increases the vehicle’s wading depth from the standard 500 mm to 800 mm, providing extra confidence during water crossings. Completing the exterior, the Savana rides on 18-inch black alloy wheels with rugged-terrain tires. Suspension settings are carried over from the Katana trim, though the previous Savana model featured black steel wheels and more aggressive rubber, giving the older edition a slightly more off-road-oriented character.
Inside, the cabin mirrors the top-spec Katana model, featuring leather seats with red stitching and a host of modern equipment. The interior includes a 9-inch infotainment screen, a 7-inch driver display, wireless phone charging, dual-zone climate control, seven airbags, a 360-degree camera system, and a comprehensive suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
Under the hood, the Triton Savana retains the same 2.4-liter bi-turbo diesel engine, which delivers 202 hp and 470 Nm of torque. Power is routed through an eight-speed automatic transmission and Mitsubishi’s Super Select II 4WD system, offering seven selectable driving modes for various terrain conditions.
Mitsubishi is limiting the Savana edition to just 80 units in Brazil, with a starting price of R$349,990 (approximately US$65,100). This makes it roughly R$11,000 (around US$2,000) more expensive than the Katana trim, reflecting the additional off-road and cosmetic upgrades. For those curious about its predecessor, the outgoing L200 Triton Savana arguably looks even more aggressive and rugged compared to the new model, highlighting the subtle evolution of Mitsubishi’s approach to special-edition pickups.