The Toyota Hilux is Toyota's most important model in its entire manufacturing history since it was first founded in year 1937.The name "Hilux" was given by a Japanese Word,Hairakkusu.Toyota Hilux is a series of pickup truck manufactured by Toyota in Japan.On the other hand we have the Toyota 4Runner which is also based on the Toyota Hilux and Toyota Fortuner for Asian Market.
Toyota Hilux was an extremely durable and capable pickup truck in the world.A British Automotive Journalist,Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear have putted the 1988 Toyota Hilux to a test.He drove the Hilux and smash it to a tree,setting fire on it,drove into the ocean and drop it from a skyscraper and surprisingly the Hilux still can be started after some minor repair.From that onward public have nicknamed it as the "indestructible Hilux".
Toyota Hilux have went through 8 generation since it was first manufactured back in year 1968.After that,the Toyota Hilux have made a big changes from the first generation workhorse kind of vehicle to a more cozy family oriented pickup truck but it is still based on a ladder frame chassis like most other pickup truck does.
The 2021 facelifted Toyota Hilux have launched in Malaysia in 8th October in Toyota Headquarters.Eventhough it is just a facelift but from the overall improvement over the 2016 model year,it's more than just a facelift.5 variants have offered for the 2021 Toyota Hilux.Starting from the base 2.4L single cab manual in RM92,880,then the 2.4L G manual double cab in RM111,880, 2.4 E AT Double Cab at RM 108,880, 2.4 V AT Double Cab at RM133,880 and 2.8 Rogue AT Double Cab in RM146,880.
Engine is the important part of a car.The 2021 Toyota Hilux gets the 2.4L turbo diesel and a new improved 2.8L turbo diesel engine.The output of the 2.4L turbo diesel engine is 148hp and 400NM of torque.Transmission is a 6 speed automatic or manual.For the newly revised 2.8L turbo diesel have changed from the air-cooled system to a water-cooled system which claims to have better fuel economy and better refinement.The output of the 2.8L turbo diesel engine is 202hp which is 25hp more than the previous 2.8 engine.Torque is 50NM more in 500NM.Transmission is a 6 speed automatic.
For exterior it's much more modern and rugged than the previous Hilux facelift in 2017.For the front design it's more rugged than the previous very conventional look.Full led headlights and taillights are standard for the 2.4L V and 2.8L Rogue variant.The rest variant gets the rather basic halogen lighting system.the front grill design it's pretty identical to the big brother at America,Toyota Tacoma.The 2.8L Rogue gets the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 system integrated at the front logo occupies the Radar Cruise Control together with the 360 degree camera.Front radar camera at the windshield occupies the Autonomous Emergency Braking System.Side profile of the Hilux gets the side step together with the Led illuminated light which is convenient when stepping in the truck.Rim is a set of 18 inch for the 2.4V and 2.8 Rogue variant and 17 inch for the lower variant.The rear of the Hilux gets the C-shape Led taillights and bulb indicator and reverse light.Overall the rear hasn't change much apart from the tailgate finally supports soft opening thanks to the hydraulic struts built in with the tailgate which leads to easy opening if the tailgate.
Interior of the 2021 Toyota Hilux is minority changed from the previous Hilux.The entire dashboard is finished in full black with chrome and silver garnishing to make it more modern but not dull.Seats are leather wrapped for 2.4V and 2.8 with electric adjustment. Rogue variant.Steering remains hydraulic powered but with speed sensor which means the higher speeds you go,the heavier the steering feedback to give you a more confident driving experience.The steering is also wrapped in leather with multifunctional.Meter remains analogue with 4.2 inch coloured multi information display.The touch screen headunit is equipped with Bluetooth connectivity with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.Climate control consist of digital controlled unit with dual zone system.4 wheel drive selection with three modes.The rear seats are also improved with slight angle to provide better seating comfort.Rear aircon vent is available for the 2.4V and 2.8 Rogue.
In conclusion,the new 2021 Toyota Hilux has improved a lot in terms of comfort, intelligent safety,refinement and performance.Its definitely a good product and it will be a good contestant to other rivals such as the Mitsubishi Triton,Ford Ranger,Nissan Navara and more.
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