Toyota Hilux quick review

Toyota Hilux

Quick review

Toyota Hilux Price and market standing

Price and market positioning

Rs 33.99 lakh-Rs 36.80 lakh (ex-showroom)

Sold as lifestyle vehicle in India

Very popular work vehicle abroad

Rivals Isuzu V-Cross

Toyota Hilux size

How big is it?

Measure 5.3m long

India gets double cab version

Loads of modifications available in aftermarket

Toyota Hilux interior

Utilitarian interior

Ingress requires use of footstep, hand grip

Hard plastics all around

Soft-touch materials restricted to seats

Designed to be home on the go

Bottleholders in each door

4 cupholders

2 large gloveboxes

2-pin charging socket between front seats

Front seats comfy, back seats not so much

Rear seat legroom is adequate

3m wheelbase maximised for cargo space

Knees-up seating position

Adequate feature list

8-inch touchscreen

Android Auto, Apple CarPlay

Keyless entry and go

Cruise control

Dial-operated drive modes

Punchy performance

204hp 2.8-litre, 4cyl, turbo-diesel

Engine gets loud when rushed

6-speed AT works well

Not meant for city life

Massive size felt in town

Heavy steering, big turning radius

Parking could be an issue

Off-road is where it shines

Ample ground clearance

In-depth off-road review coming soon

Verdict

We like:

Strong engine
Off-road ability
Proven reliability

We don’t like:

Feels its size
Bouncy ride
Expensive

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