This time, we’ll be summarizing the models that each automaker plans to release in the first half of 2024 (January to June). With many popular models being announced in 2024, including the Mitsubishi Triton , Lexus GX550 , Honda WR-V , Honda Accord , and Toyota Land Cruiser 250 , many people may be struggling to decide which one to buy. Those considering buying a car should make a reservation at a dealership before the release date, so we hope this information will be helpful if you’re looking for a car you’d like to purchase.
Mitsubishi’s new Triton to be released on February 15, 2024
Mitsubishi will officially announce the new Triton pickup truck on December 21, 2023, with sales in Japan scheduled for February 15, 2024. Prices are set to range from 4,980,800 yen to 5,401,000 yen (tax included). This marks the first time the model has been revived in 12 years, but attention is focused on whether it will be accepted in the Japanese market and how it will fare against Toyota’s Hilux.
The exterior adopts Mitsubishi’s latest design language .
Uses a newly developed ladder frame .
Adopts an advanced safety support system .
It uses a newly developed 2.4L inline 4-cylinder diesel turbo engine .
Mitsubishi New Triton Full Model Change Exterior
The body size is 5,320mm (5,360mm) in length, 1,865mm (1,930mm) in width, 1,795mm (1,815mm) in height, and a wheelbase of 3,130mm, making it one size larger, while the horizontal theme gives it a powerful styling.
The design concept is “BEAST MODE.” The “Dynamic Shield” is a protector that emphasizes the powerful, three-dimensional front grille and powerful design that continues from the fenders, and is optimized for pickup trucks. The daytime running lamps feature three L-shaped LED lamps, and three-dimensional projector headlights are combined below them. It will be released in late 2023 to compete with the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux. The pickup is Mitsubishi’s best-selling model, produced at the Laem Chabang plant. It is sold in Thailand and exported to approximately 150 markets around the world.
Takao Kato, President and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, said: “The new Triton has undergone rigorous endurance tests around the world, incorporating know-how gained from rallies and making final adjustments ahead of its release.” Speaking of motorsport, a rally-spec version of the new Triton will be competing in the Asia Cross Country Rally 2023 with official technical support from Team Mitsubishi Ralliart and Mitsubishi Motors, in the hope of repeating last year’s victory.
The new Triton uses a newly developed ladder frame , which has a 65% larger cross-sectional area than the previous model, improving bending rigidity by 40% and torsional rigidity by 60% , while significantly increasing the proportion of 1180MPa high-tensile steel used to minimize weight gain and making the car lighter than the previous model.The suspension has also been newly developed, combining coil springs and double wishbones at the front to achieve high driving stability, ensuring a larger interior space and luggage space.
Mitsubishi New Triton Full Model Change Specifications
The engine is a newly developed 2.4L inline 4-cylinder diesel turbo engine (4N16 type) mated to a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic with a sports mode. The high-output model employs a new turbocharger and a new combustion system, producing a maximum output of 150kW and a maximum torque of 470Nm, enabling excellent torqueful driving. The standard model is available in two engine models: one with a maximum output of 135kW and a maximum torque of 430Nm, and the other with a maximum output of 110kW and a maximum torque of 330Nm. Both models employ a VG turbocharger with variable turbine capacity control. The car employs the electronically controlled 4WD system “Super Select 4WD-II . ” An “Easy Select 4WD” system, which allows for switching between driving modes , is also available .
Mitsubishi Triton Fully Redesigned Interior
The interior features an instrument panel that is an evolution of the ” HORIZONTAL AXIS ” concept, with a powerful design based on horizontal tones that makes it easy to grasp changes in the vehicle’s posture while driving. With professional use in mind, soft padding is used in key areas to protect the occupants, ensuring high practicality. The steering wheel, grips and door handles are designed based on the ” MITSUBISHI TOUCH ” concept, pursuing comfort and strength in the grip.
Mitsubishi New Triton Full Model Change Price and Grades
| grade | engine | transmission |
Drive system |
Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSR | 2.4L inline 4-cylinder diesel turbo engine 4N16 type |
6 speed AT | 4WD | 4,980,800 yen |
| GLS | 5,401,000 yen |
Mitsubishi New Triton Full Model Change Specifications
| size | New Triton Double Cab 4WD |
|---|---|
| full length | 5,360mm |
| Overall width | 1,930mm |
| Overall height | 1,815mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,130mm |
| Passenger capacity | 5 people |
| engine | 2.4L inline 4-cylinder diesel turbo engine 4N16 type |
| Maximum power | 150kW (204ps) |
| Maximum torque | 470Nm (47.9kgm) |
transmission |
6 speed AT |
| Drive system | 2WD(FF)/4WD |
▼For more details, please refer to this article.
→ Price and specifications revealed: Mitsubishi’s new “Triton” to be announced on December 21, 2023, and released on February 15, 2024
Honda’s new “WR-V” sporty SUV, Japan model, to be announced in December 2023 and released around April 2024
Honda will announce the new compact SUV “WR-V” in Japan on December 21, 2023, and release it on March 22, 2024. Hybrid and electric vehicle models are planned for the future. The model was unveiled in advance on the official website on November 16, 2023.
It features the latest exterior design and is an A-segment crossover SUV with a smaller body size than the Vezel .
Based on the chassis of the FIT, it offers more comfort and spaciousness than its class rivals.
It has the best ground clearance in its class at 195mm.
It features a 7-inch digital meter and a 10.25-inch infotainment system .
It uses the latest driving assistance system, “Honda SENSING.”
About the exterior of the new Honda “WR-V”
The WR-V’s exterior styling exudes security and reliability. A high beltline and a thick body shape convey a powerful presence. The front and rear lights are designed to enhance the sense of width, with a sense of support at all four corners. The front lights feature full LEDs, while the rear features LED stop and taillights. The WR-V joins the successful Honda SUV line, joining models like the CR-V , HR-V , and BR-V . As part of the Honda SUV line, the WR-V also features Honda SUV hallmarks such as high ground clearance, powerful engine performance, a spacious cabin, and sophisticated technology. Furthermore , the Honda WR-V is designed to offer sportier styling and a variety of benefits compared to other models in its class. It boasts a best- in-class ground clearance of 195mm, providing confidence on a variety of road surfaces. The Yaris Cross , in comparison, has a ground clearance of 170mm.
About the interior of the new Honda “WR-V”
The interior has a simple, horizontal design, with switches positioned in the center to create a space that is easy to drive. The meter combines a 7-inch TFT LCD meter with an analog speedometer. The 7-inch TFT LCD meter displays basic information such as the speedometer and driving mode, as well as information such as Honda SENSING in an easy-to-read format.
It comes equipped with a 10.25-inch infotainment system with a variety of features, including smartphone connectivity and hands-free calling .
The rear seats offer ample headroom, aiming for a more spacious interior than any other car in its class. The design of the lower part of the door linings and the front seat backs has been improved to make it easier to get in and out and provide ample legroom.
All types come standard with rear ventilation, which delivers air from the air conditioner to the rear seats, enhancing comfort in the rear seat space.
The WR-V cabin has slim proportions, but also offers more comfort and spaciousness. It has the largest headroom and legroom in its class (luggage length approx. 840mm, luggage compartment opening width approx. 1,110mm, luggage compartment opening height approx. 932mm). The luggage compartment can hold 458 liters, which is the best in its class, providing more cargo space for carrying various items for various activities. Honda WR-V cabin seat
▼For more details, please refer to this article.
→ Officially announced: Honda’s new “WR-V” boasts top-class luggage space and a low price starting from 2,098,800 yen. Scheduled for release on March 22, 2024.
Lexus new GX550 full model change released in March 2024
Lexus will be completely redesigning the GX and releasing the new GX550 Japanese model in March 2024. The company filed a trademark application for ” GX550 ” with the Japanese Patent Office on September 1, 2021 (trademark application number 2021-108677). There is a high possibility that the car will be introduced in Japan at this time.
The GX, which has yet to be released in Japan as of 2023, is positioned between the top-of-the-line LX and the crossover SUV RX, and is a sister model to the Land Cruiser Prado. Based on the Land Cruiser Prado , which will undergo a full model change around August 2023 , it is of course based on the newly developed GA-F platform known as the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA). The vehicle’s fundamental performance has been dramatically improved, including the adoption of a ladder frame for a V6 twin-turbo engine that achieves a high level of balance between quietness, power, and fuel economy. Its traditional off-road capability has also been further improved through a package focused on off-road performance and the adoption of the Lexus-first E-Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (E-KDSS), which improves road-holding. On-road performance, enhanced rigidity in each component and the adoption of an EPS (Electronic-Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System) provide linear steering response, delivering a Lexus-like driving experience despite being a full-fledged off-road vehicle.
Lexus New GX550 Full Model Change Exterior
While the exterior design naturally maintains the same concept , it expresses the vehicle’s unique design, pursuing proportions and unique characteristics rooted in functional essence and dynamic performance, contributing to its superior driving performance as a full-fledged off-roader. The exterior boasts high off-road capability and an adventurous spirit, while also providing comfortable driving on any road. From the side, the 2024 GX is almost reminiscent of the 70-series Toyota Land Cruiser. The interior features LED interior lighting and an electric parking brake (with hold function). The next-generation Lexus Safety System+ is standard on all models. Furthermore, the vehicle is equipped with Lexus Teammate Advanced Park, a sophisticated driver-assistance technology. Additionally, the vehicle features Downhill Assist Control (DAC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Active Traction Control (A-TRAC), and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC).
About the interior of the new Lexus GX550
The interior is designed with functionality in mind, such as all-round visibility when driving off-road, and is equipped with a variety of user-friendly features to provide customers with a modern, comfortable interior space that gives them a sense of security in any environment. Furthermore, Lexus features a newly designed interior layout and seating for up to seven people.
The 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and central HVAC vent have been moved significantly lower on the dashboard to accommodate a larger 14-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There are still physical controls for the climate and audio, but a dedicated button for the vehicle’s off-road functions is now located near the gear selector.
Lexus New GX550 Full Model Change Specifications
The engine employs a new powertrain, a 3.5L V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine with high output and torque. The adoption of a D-4ST with multi-hole direct injection and a long stroke produces excellent supercharging response. The transmission is mated to a 10AT. It is equipped with an electronically controlled brake system (ECB) and an electric power steering system (EPS). It also has a Multi-Terrain Select system that allows you to choose from six modes (AUTO/DIRT/SAND/MUD/DEEP SNOW/ROCK). It employs an AUTO mode that estimates road conditions while driving based on information from various sensors and optimizes brake hydraulics, drive force, and suspension control.
The hybrid system combines a highly thermally efficient inline 4-cylinder 2.4L “T24A-FTS” engine with a newly developed direct shift 8-speed automatic transmission, with a front module that integrates a motor and wet clutch.
| Specifications | Lexus GX 550 |
|---|---|
| full length | 4,950mm |
| Overall width | 1,980mm |
| Overall height | 1,870mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm |
| Approach angle | 26 degrees |
| Ramp breakover angle |
23 degrees |
| Departure Angle | 23 degrees |
| engine | 3.5L V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine |
| Maximum output | 354ps |
| Maximum torque | 66.2kgm |
| transmission | 10 speed AT |
| Drive system | 4WD |
▼For more details, please refer to this article.
→ Lexus New GX550 Full Model Change Adopts Newly Developed “GA-F Platform” Released in March 2024
Honda’s 11th-generation Accord will be fully redesigned and released in spring 2024.
Honda is planning to fully redesign the 11th-generation Accord and release it in spring 2024. Advance reservations will begin in December 2023. The car was pre-released on its website on September 21, 2023.
The 11th-generation Accord is described as “sporty, modern, smart, and comfortable,” and boasts “sophisticated styling” with its low and wide proportions, powerful nose, and sleek, flowing form. The front bumper features a honeycomb mesh design, and the headlights feature thin, full-LED front headlights and daytime running lights. The rear design is striking, featuring a distinctive central emblem reminiscent of the Vezel and single-line taillights extending to the left and right. The body measures 4,971mm long, 1,862mm wide, and 1,450mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,830mm. This is 69mm longer than the previous model. The trunk continues to hold 473L of luggage, promising the largest cargo space in its class.
Accord gets its biggest touchscreen ever
The interior features a 10.2-inch full-graphic visorless LCD meter , and the center display is Honda’s largest, the 12.3-inch Honda CONNECT Honda Display . It is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an improvement made possible by Honda’s partnership with Google. It is said to be the first Honda model to use integrated Google Built-in “for seamless connectivity on the go.” It also features a large head-up display equivalent to 11.5 inches . It is the first Honda vehicle in Japan to feature the ” Experience Selection Dial, ” which allows multiple functions to be controlled with a single dial .
The center display is Honda’s largest, the 12.3-inch Honda CONNECT Display , which has been improved through a partnership between Honda and Google. It will be the first Honda model to use the integrated “Google Built-in” for “seamless connectivity on the go.”
It is an Android-based navigation system, and unlike “Android Auto,” its biggest feature is that it can be used without connecting your own smartphone. In other words, you can use Google Maps as is, or download and use other map apps.
Honda New Accord 11th Generation Fully Redesigned Engine
The new model features VTEC variable valve lift technology, an upgraded direct injection system, a new cold active catalyst, a high-rigidity crankshaft, and an improved oil pan to reduce engine noise. The engine continues to be a 2.0L direct-injection Atkinson cycle engine producing 192hp (143kW/195PS) and 192lb-ft (260Nm) of torque. It is equipped with a newly developed two-motor integrated electric CVT that uses a high-output motor. This further refines the e:HEV’s premium, exhilarating driving experience, promising quieter and better performance.
Honda’s new 11th-generation Accord undergoes a full model change, and Honda SENSING 360 is being adopted for the first time in Japan.
The latest omnidirectional safety driving support system, Honda SENSING 360, is being installed for the first time in Japan. In addition to a front sensor camera with an effective horizontal angle of view of approximately 100°, 360° sensing is achieved by equipping the front radar and a total of five millimeter-wave radars at each corner. The Accord is also scheduled to be equipped with Honda SENSING 360’s next-generation technology (including the addition of hands-off functionality), which aims to further reduce the driver’s burden on the road.
▼For more details, please refer to this article.
→ Honda’s 11th generation new “Accord” full model change is scheduled for release in spring 2024, and pre-orders will begin in December 2023.
Toyota Land Cruiser 250 Prado full model change announced on August 2, 2023, released in Japan in April 2024
Toyota has completely redesigned its cross-country SUV, the Land Cruiser Prado, and officially announced the new Land Cruiser 250 on August 2, 2023. It will be released in Japan in April 2024. Based on the newly developed GA-F platform, known as the TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) , the new car employs a ladder frame, enabling a spacious interior. The newly developed platform achieves high aerodynamic performance, resulting in a lower center of gravity and increased body rigidity, resulting in significant improvements. Compared to the previous model, the frame rigidity has been significantly strengthened by 50%, and overall vehicle rigidity has been improved by 30%. Further improvements have been made through the adoption of the E-KDSS (Electronic-Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System), a first for Lexus, which improves road-holding performance. On-road driving performance has been enhanced through the use of high-rigidity components and EPS.
About the exterior of the new Toyota Land Cruiser 250
The exterior design, which contributes to the vehicle’s high driving performance, expresses the vehicle’s authentic off-roader character with “a design that pursues proportions and uniqueness rooted in functional essence and dynamic performance. ” Its appearance exudes high off-road capability and an adventurous spirit, while also providing a comfortable driving experience for the driver on any road. Viewed from the side, the Land Cruiser 250 is almost reminiscent of the 70-series Toyota Land Cruiser. The mirrors are large and boxy, just like on a classic cruiser. The rear view maintains a simple design. Beneath the large rear window is a full-length light bar, which can be opened independently of the new standard power tailgate.
The Land Cruiser “250” (prototype) has body dimensions of 4,925mm in length, 1,980mm in width, 1,870mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2,850mm. Compared to the conventional Prado, it has grown by 100mm in length, 95mm in width, 20mm in height, and 60mm in wheelbase.
The new Land Cruiser 250 has two different designs, with the base model featuring triple LED headlights and the 1958 grade featuring round headlights.
Toyota New Land Cruiser 250 Interior
The interior has been modernized compared to the previous model, with LCD panels used for meters and other features. The interior features LED interior lighting and an electric parking brake with hold function. While taking into consideration functionality such as all-round visibility for off-road driving, the new model is equipped with a variety of user-friendly features, providing a modern, comfortable interior space that gives customers peace of mind in any environment. It also features a newly designed interior layout and seating for up to seven passengers. The 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and central HVAC vent have been moved significantly lower on the dashboard to accommodate a larger 12.3-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. While physical controls for the air conditioning and audio remain, dedicated buttons for the vehicle’s off-road functions are now located near the gear selector.
Equipped with many of the latest features, including a 12.3-inch infotainment display
A 9-inch display audio is standard, but options include a 12.3-inch wide touchscreen T-Connect SD navigation system and a JBL premium sound system (12 speakers) .
12.3-inch infotainment display
It comes equipped with a 12.3-inch wide touchscreen T-Connect SD navigation system and a JBL premium sound system (12 speakers) .
Equipped with electric parking brake and auto brake hold function
It has an electric parking brake (with hold function).The electric parking brake and auto brake hold, which are now almost always installed in new models, and the function that keeps the car stopped even when you release the brake when it is stopped, are features that you would want to have if you were buying a new car, so it’s nice that they come as standard equipment.
Fingerprint authentication start switch
The engine start switch is equipped with a fingerprint authentication start switch . The Land Cruiser Prado is a car that is traded at high prices overseas, so the probability of it being stolen is very high. However, this time, the Land Cruiser Prado is equipped with a fingerprint authentication engine start function, which can prevent theft.
Panoramic View Monitor is standard equipment on all vehicles
A panoramic view monitor is standard on all models. Although it is almost the same size as the previous model, it is a fairly large car in Japan, so being able to look down from above to help with parking is almost essential, and it is appreciated that it is standard equipment on all models.
About the new Toyota Land Cruiser 250 powertrain
The engines available are a 2.8L inline-four clean diesel engine and a 2.7L inline-four direct injection engine. The 2.8L inline-four clean diesel engine uses next-generation, highly insulated diesel combustion and a compact, highly efficient turbocharger to achieve a maximum output of 150kW (204PS) and a maximum torque of 500Nm. The 2.7L inline-four direct injection engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission (Super-ECT) and has a maximum output of 120kW (163PS) and a maximum torque of 246Nm.
▼For more details, please refer to this article.
→ Toyota Land Cruiser 250 Prado full model change announced on August 2, 2023, released in Japan in April 2024
