Prior to launch in India, Toyota Hilux spotted at dealerships
What's the story
Japanese automaker Toyota will finally launch its Hilux pick-up truck in India this month. Its unofficial pre-bookings have already started here. In the latest development, the vehicle has started arriving at dealer stockyards, revealing key details about its design. The image indicates that it will have a double-cab body style, indicator-mounted ORVMs, side-steppers, and black-colored alloy wheels, among others.
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Why does it matter?
The Toyota Hilux is expected to get locally manufactured components so that its pricing becomes competitive. It can be booked by paying a token amount between Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 lakh. The pick-up truck's arrival in the market will raise the competition here. It will go against rivals such as the ISUZU D-MAX Hi-Lander and V-Cross, which were launched in India last year.
Exteriors
The truck will have side-steppers and a hexagonal grille
Toyota Hilux will flaunt a muscular bonnet, a chrome-surrounded hexagonal grille, swept-back LED headlamps, and a rugged bumper. It will be flanked by blacked-out B-pillars, chromed ORVMs, side-steppers, and designer alloy wheels. A large cargo bed and LED taillights will grace the rear end. As for the dimensions, it will have a wheelbase of 3,085mm and shall be 5,285mm long.
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Two diesel engine options will be offered
The Toyota Hilux might be fueled by a 2.4-liter diesel engine that makes 148hp/400Nm or a 2.8-liter diesel motor that generates 201hp/500Nm. Transmission duties on the pick-up truck will be handled by a 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox and an all-wheel-drive system.
Interiors
The four-wheeler will get multiple airbags and leather upholstery
Toyota Hilux will have a spacious cabin, featuring auto climate control, a push start/stop button, leather upholstery, parking sensors, and a multifunctional steering wheel. The safety of the passengers should be ensured by ABS, EBD, multiple airbags, crash sensors, and a rear-view camera. It might also pack an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment console with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
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Toyota Hilux: Pricing and availability
The pricing and availability details of the Toyota Hilux in India will be disclosed at the time of its launch. However, the pick-up truck is likely to bear a price tag of around Rs. 30 lakh (ex-showroom).