“The L200 Warrior and Barbarian don’t muck around. They’re better equipped than most rivals and as tough as old boots.”

The Mitsubishi L200 is a proven off-roader and workhorse all-in-one. With a double cab it’s even fit for a family. It isn’t exactly a new name in the field either – the L200 boasts a history stretching back 40 years. Stick that in your Amarok and smoke it.

This is a pick-up enjoyed by the masses. It’s a mainstay in the pick-up sector with a reputation for toughness. To mark its 40^th birthday, the fifth-gen model has been facelifted for 2019 and with that the trim levels have been rejigged too.

Warrior

The L200 Warrior is only available as a double cab and the load bed shares the same dimensions as the pre-facelift, so you’re looking at a load bed 1,520mm in length, 1,470mm in width and 475mm in depth.

It comes as standard with a reversing camera, electric power-folding door mirrors, upgraded touchscreen infotainment, keyless entry and push-button start, cruise control, Lane Departure Warning, leather upholstery, heated front seats and LED headlights.

Barbarian

The L200 Barbarian is the range-topping model. It doesn’t come with a bundle more equipment than the Warrior, but stands out with styling enhancements that give it more road presence and a premium look.

The exterior styling pack adds a revised front grille, door handle surrounds, fuel filler trim and unique alloy wheels. Inside, the Barbarian has premium leather upholstery and a soft-opening tailgate.

Under the bonnet

Both models come with Mitsubishi’s Super-Select 4WD system, allowing you to switch between rear-wheel and four-wheel drive on the fly, with selectable terrain modes and a rear differential lock.

The 6-speed manual is standard, but the optional 6-speed automatic is smooth, responsive and well worth choosing. Power comes from a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel producing 179bhp and 430Nm of torque.

Uprated rear dampers improve stability under load while significantly enhancing passenger comfort. A 1,050kg payload and 3.5-tonne towing capacity make the L200 ideal for serious work.

The verdict

The L200 Warrior and Barbarian don’t muck around. They’re better equipped than most rivals, tough as old boots and offer outstanding value in the pick-up market.

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