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The most popular class of vehicle on sale in South Africa is without a doubt a bakkie. And when most people think bakkie, they think of the “holy” trinity: Isuzu D-Max, Toyota Hilux and the Ford Ranger. These are normally people’s first choices when buying a double-cab bakkie. However, there is a perception that these top players tend to be slightly over-priced. So, for those on a tighter budget, there are some great alternatives, such as the Mitsubishi Triton. Anton Willemse Jnr put it through its paces.