Toyota Hilux

Tough-as-teak Hilux stays true to its invincible nature

New version of legendary pickup delivers the same no-nonsense toughness and reliability that makes sure you get the job done

The Toyota Hilux’s reputation for tackling every terrain and overcoming every obstacle is legendary. And now, the world’s toughest icon since 1968 has become even tougher in its latest iteration. From its muscular style and powerful new engine to a more comfortable, capable and connected driving experience, the New Hilux has been tested to the extreme to ensure it’s Invincible by name and Invincible by nature.

For even more attitude, New Hilux showcases a bold new look. Its muscular stance, strong bumpers, and stunning LED headlights convey a sense of power and distinctiveness. Inside the cabin, durable materials and striking finishes along with a new Combi Meter and 8” tablet-style touchscreen offer a new level of refinement that’s designed to make life easier.

Standard on the Invincible X and optional on Invincible grade, the New Hilux has a new 2.8-litre diesel engine producing 201 bhp and 500 Nm of torque, bringing power and economy to the line-up. The most powerful Hilux ever delivers effortless acceleration and pulling power to handle heavy loads with ease.

Whether it’s demanding loads or challenging terrain, there’s good reason to feel confident in this pickup. Alongside its impressive one tonne payload, 3.5 tonne towing capacity and manual 4x4 system, New Hilux features an array of off-road assistance. From an automatic Limited Slip Differential to Hill start Assist Control (HAC) and Active Traction Control (A-TRC), it will keep you moving wherever work leads you.

Refined, comfortable and dynamic, no other pickup balances work and home life like the New Hilux. From Icon grade, an 8’’ tablet-style Toyota Touch® 2 screen features a host of multimedia features from smartphone integration to a JBL sound system with Harman CLARi-Fi technology* to keep you entertained and connected. A rear-view camera and suite of advanced safety systems provide welcome reassurance after a long day.

But there’s more to the new Hilux than no-nonsense toughness and reliability. That’s why the latest series of updates for the world-beating pick-up tackle everyday practicality and safety, as well as style.

Plush carpet and upholstery aren’t going to last long when your Hilux is doing duty in the rough, so the entry-level Active Single and Extra Cab models now come with easy-care PVC seats and flooring.

Regardless of Hilux’s role – workhorse, leisure machine or go-anywhere adventure vehicle, safety is a top priority. That’s backed up by the latest generation Toyota Safety Sense being made available across the range – standard on Icon, Invincible and Invincible X and an option on Active grade.

This newly equips Hilux with Adaptive Cruise Control and a Pre-Collision System that can recognise pedestrians in the road ahead by day and night, and cyclists during daylight driving, in addition to Lane Departure Warning and Road Sign Assist.

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Alonso with a rally raid-spec Toyota Gazoo Racing Hilux, tailormade for the 2020 Dakar Rally

New-look Hilux happy to tackle the Dakar with world-class driving star

World champion driver Fernando Alonso had an early chance to experience the new Toyota Hilux, giving the latest version of the legendary pickup a rigorous test drive during his preparations for the 2020 Dakar Rally.

Alonso and co-driver Marc Coma were able to push the new model to the limit, alongside normal driving duties in their rally raid-spec Toyota Gazoo Racing Hilux.

The latest version of the “indestructible” Hilux is equipped with a new 2.8-litre powertrain and benefits from revised suspension geometry to maintain its reputation for world-class quality, durability and reliability.

Following the test on a gravel and dirt special stage, Alonso said: “Hilux is an icon and I’ve always been a fan. It was good to test the new Hilux in a challenging environment and to push it to the limits. The new engine behaves well

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To boost fuel economy and cut exhaust emissions, Hilux’s muscular 2.4-litre turbodiesel engine has been fitted with an eco stop-start system, featured on Icon grade and above.

For the Hilux Invincible X at the top of the range, the focus is on a commanding presence, with new smoked chrome detailing on the upper front grille surround, fog light bezels, and the new suspension feels great. Even when you push it, the comfort is still there.”

The test was conducted in collaboration with the rally team in the spirit of Toyota Gazoo Racing’s core philosophy of helping make “ever-better cars.”

Alonso and Coma brought exceptional experience to the task. Alonso is a two-time Le Mans 24 Hours winner and reigning FIA World Endurance Championship title holder with Toyota Gazoo Racing, two-time Formula 1 World Champion and winner of the 24 Hours of Daytona. He is returning to Formula 1 next season with Renault.

Coma is a five-time Dakar Rally winner in the motorbike class and six-time FIM CrossCountry Rallies World Champion. Their first Dakar entry as a pairing resulted in a creditable

Tough-as-teak Hilux stays true to its invincible nature

13th place finish earlier in 2020. door and tailgate handles, door mirror casings, front and rear under-runs and rear bumper corners. The side bars are finished in black and the exterior look is complete by a set of 18-inch alloys with a two-tone machined finish. In the cab there are new piano black inserts on the dashboard, door panels, steering wheel and gear shift.

There’s more customer choice in the Invincible X Double Cab line-up with the re-introduction of the manual transmission option.

All Hilux have all-wheel drive capability and according to model it can be specified with 3.2 or 3.5-tonne braked trailer towing capacity.

The new Toyota Hilux is on sale now, with commercial vehicle on-the-road prices from £20,424 for the Active Single Cab AWD.