Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 2.2 AT Dsl (2015) vs Mitsubishi Triton Athlete 4WD AT (2024)

Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 2.2 AT Dsl (2015) vs Mitsubishi Triton Athlete 4WD AT (2024): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer weighing a midsize SUV against a modern pickup, the choice hinges on daily use, cargo needs, and budget. The 2015 Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 2.2 AT Dsl costs ₱2,533,000, is slightly pricier, and offers a six‑seat, 5‑door crossover with AWD, a 2.2‑L diesel delivering 197 PS and 436 Nm. Its unibody construction and longer wheelbase (4915 mm) give a more car‑like ride, making it ideal for families, city commuting, and occasional weekend trips where passenger comfort and all‑weather traction matter. The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton Athlete 4WD AT is cheaper at ₱2,359,000, built on a body‑on‑frame chassis, and provides a larger 2.44‑L turbo diesel with 204 PS and 470 Nm, plus a 4‑door, 2+3 seating layout. Its pickup bed and higher torque at lower rpm suit hauling, off‑road work, and rural travel. Both have six‑speed automatics and diesel engines, but the Triton’s newer model year, stronger torque, and lower price give it an edge for utility‑focused buyers, while the Santa Fe’s extra seats, AWD stability, and SUV comfort favor families or urban drivers who prioritize passenger space over payload.