Japanese carmaker Toyota has launched the Hilux pickup in India. Prices for the Toyota Hilux start at Rs 33,99,000 (ex-showroom) for the entry-level 4X4 MT Standard Variant.
Toyota Hilux Variants, Pricing & Colours
The Toyota Hilux for India is offered in three variants – 4×4 MT Standard, 4×4 MT High and 4×4 AT High.
| Variant Name | Ex-showroom Price |
| 4*4 MT Standard | ₹33,99,000 |
| 4*4 MT High | ₹35,80,000 |
| 4*4 AT High | ₹36,80,000 |
The Toyota Hilux is offered in five colour options – Emotional Red, White Pearl, Silver Metallic, Super White and Grey Metallic.
Toyota Hilux Specs & Dimensions
The Toyota Hilux for India is powered by a 2.8-litre turbocharged diesel engine. The 2,755cc turbodiesel powerplant cranks out 201bhp between 3,000 and 3,400rpm.
The peak torque output of the Hilux’s engine is 500Nm between 1,600 and 2,800rpm for the automatic version though this figure drops down to 420Nm between 1,400 and 3,200rpm if the manual transmission is specified. Both the manual and automatic gearboxes are six-speed units.
The Toyota Hilux is 5,325mm long, 1,825mm wide and 1,815mm tall. The Hilux’s wheelbase is 3,085mm long and the pickup truck weighs in at 2,910 kilogrammes (gross weight). The Hilux features an 80-litre fuel tank.
The loading bay of the Toyota Hilux measures 1,525mm long, 1,645mm wide and 480mm tall. The loading height from the ground is 861mm. The payload capacity of the bed is just over 1.1 tonnes. The towing capacity of the Hilux ranges between 2.2 and 2.5 tonnes.
The Toyota Hilux features double-wishbone suspension at the front while the rear makes do with a leaf spring setup. Braking duties are handled by ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
Commenting on the announcement of the price of the Toyota Hilux, Tadashi Asazuma, Executive Vice President of Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Today, we are happy to announce the price of the Hilux. Ever since its launch, the sophisticated Hilux has managed to win the admiration and hearts of the customers with good response. With our ‘customer first’ approach, drawing inspiration from the lifestyles of the people, our offering in the whole new lifestyle segment with Hilux is a step ahead to deliver ‘mass happiness to all.’ We are grateful to our valued customers for placing their confidence in our brand.”
“The Toyota Hilux is the epitome of world-class engineering, unparalleled safety, and best-in-class comfort, all perfectly channeled to create the incredible lifestyle utility vehicle for those who enjoy adventure, thrill, and creating enduring memories with friends and family.” he added.
Thoughts On The Toyota Hilux
The Toyota Hilux is one of the most recognisable SUVs in the world today. Known for its reliability, extreme toughness and go-anywhere attitude, the Toyota Hilux will be the perfect lifestyle vehicle for those looking for a bit of adventure with friends and family. With the hype surrounding the Hilux, we won’t be surprised if its rivals are quaking in their boots.
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