The venerable Toyota Hilux pick-up has been given a makeover, with prices now confirmed to start from £22,466 for commercial buyers.
That price is for the single-cab truck in entry-level Active trim, which comes with air conditioning, Bluetooth connectivity and automatic headlights as standard, and is available from £26,895 including VAT. Mid-range Icon trim brings smartphone compatibility, an 8.0in touchscreen and 17in alloy wheels, and is priced from £26,549 for commercial buyers, but unavailable in single-cab form.
The 2020 Hilux range is topped out by the Invincible model, priced from £29,158, which is marked out by its black 18in alloys, keyless entry and push-button ignition and LED headlights.
The refreshed Ford Ranger rival has a new front-end look with a three-dimensional grille and bumper treatment said to increase its “road presence”. Higher trim levels also receive LED light clusters front and rear, while a new bronze metallic colour is offered.
Inside the changes include an updated infotainment system, with an 8in screen and updated software claimed to be faster and more responsive, alongside new physical shortcut buttons. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto features, too. New available kit includes an 800W, nine-speaker JBL sound system.
Toyota has also brought in a 2.8-litre diesel engine offered in other markets to complement the 2.4-litre unit already offered. It puts out 201bhp and 369lb ft of torque, taking the Hilux from 0-62mph in 10.0sec - a full 3.2sec faster than the 2.4. It emits CO2 246g/km of CO2 on the WLTP combined cycle, but full economy figures have yet to be revealed.
The Hilux’s suspension and steering have been tweaked, primarily to improve on-road comfort. Retuned shock absorbers and redesigned leaf springs are said to bring a smoother ride.
However, there are also tweaks to boost its off-road prowess, including a lower engine idle speed, revised stability control and a new tyre angle monitor. Throttle pedal response has been improved, too.
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three-dimensional grille
it's the same shape as an Audi's, just upside down, as found on pretty much everything.
Kinda wish they still made a properly basic "wind-up windows and a radio" 80s style spec one, simplified externals instead of having all the plastic bits everywhere, such as around the tailgate handle
russ13b wrote:
It's actually more practical and durable having plastic surrounding the tail gate handle. Often you're wearing muddy gloves or carrying something when trying to open it. The plastic stops you scratching the surrounding paint or even denting the panel.
Power!
Well, would it be as strong as it's Grandad?
eh?!?
Talking sh!t3 again Pierre! If you are going to comment then please be coherent and relevent
Toyotas gain, Mitsubishis loss...
Will no doubt also benefit sales from Mitsubishi pulling out of the market.