Toyota Hilux- A Rough And Tough Choice

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Sharmistha Suman
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Toyota Hilux is a pickup truck-based vehicle whose wheelbase is bigger than the majority of executive sedans. The most important thing to note is it has ultra-modern off-roading hardware. 

The Toyota Hilux is a tough and strong car which is a must for Indian roads. It comes in three variants i.e, STD MT, High MT and High AT. The model ranges from 30.40 to 37.90 lakh.

Here we have compiled its design, features, specifications and its variants you should have a look at.

ModelToyota Hilux
Dimensions5325mm X 1855mm X 1815mm (l*w*h)
TypeDiesel
Seating Capacity5 Seater
SuspensionFront- Double Wishbone

Rear- Leaf spring rigid axle

BrakeFront- Ventilated Discs

Rear- Drum

TyreSTD MT- Bridgestone, 265/65R17 112S, Radial, Tubeless

High MT & High AT- Bridgestone, 265/60R18 110H, Radial, Tubeless

Rough And Tough Design Of Toyota Hilux

The exterior is designed with a new design front bumper having piano black accents, SMART entry and push start/stop, chrome plated door handles, LED front fog lamp, Rear fog lamp, aero-stabilizing fins on ORVM base and rear combination lamps. 

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For interiors, the company has made a cabin which is wrapped in soft upholstery and metallic accents, heat rejection glass, cruise control, a large TFT Multi-information display, New Optitron Metal Tone Combimeter with Chrome Accents and Illumination Control.

Other than this, it also has Audio, MID, Tel, Voice Recognition Switches on Steering Wheel, Driving Modes: ECO, and PWR Mode, 8.0” DA Touch Screen Audio with Capacitive Switches, Park Assist: Back Monitor, Front and Rear Sensors with MID Indication, Power Steering with VFC

Engine And Transmission

Displacement2755 cm3
Maximum PowerSTD MT & High MT - 150 kW [204 PS] (MT) @ 3400 rpm 

High AT - 150 kW [204 PS] @ 3000-3400 rpm

Maximum TorqueSTD MT & High MT - 420 Nm (MT) @ 1400 - 3400 rpm 

High AT - 500 Nm @ 1600 - 2800 rpm

Cylinder4 & Inline
Transmission Type6 MT / 6 AT
STD MTTransmission 6MT with iMT [Intelligent Manual Transmission]
High MTTransmission 6MT with iMT [Intelligent Manual Transmission]
High AT6AT [Sequential Shift + Shiftlock]

Toyota hilux comes with a 2.8 litre, four-cylinder turbo diesel engine. The engine has undoubtedly a lot of pulling power which can be easily felt on the road. You will also get a 500Nm of torque at 1,600-2,800rpm. 

The transmission type you will get along this is 6 MT/ 6AT. The STD MT as well as High MT will get transmission 6MT with iMT and the High AT will have the 6AT. 

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Difference Between Variants

STD MTHigh MT &High AT
Halogen Lighting LED Lighting
Machine Finish Alloy WheelsSuper Chrome Alloy Wheels
Matte Grille with Silver surroundspiano -black grille
Manual Air ConditionDual Zone Automatic Climate Control With 2Nr Row Vents
Fabric SeatsLeather Seats
Centre console box with lidCentre console box with soft armrest
Manual adjust driver seatPower adjust driver seat

Safety And Security By Toyota Hilux

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Toyota Hilux has always marked its word in providing you with the best security. Here, in this car you will also get some of the features that will ensure that you are safe and secure: 

  • VSC [Vehicle Stability Control] with BA [Brake Assist]
  • HAC [Hill Assist Control]
  • 7 SRS Airbags
  • Anti Theft Alarm
  • Front Seats: WIL Concept Seats [Whiplash Injury Lessening]
  • Child Restraint System: ISOFIX + Tether Anchor on 2nd Row
  • Front Row Seatbelts with Pretensioner + Force Limiter
  • ABS
  • Speed Auto Lock
  • Impact Absorbing Structure
  • Emergency Brake Signal

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Eye Catchy Colours!!

  • Emotional Red
  • White Pearl Crystal Shine
  • Silver Metallic
  • Super White
  • Grey Metallic

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<figcaption class="pl-caption>COLOUR: GREY METALLIC

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