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The New Toyota Hilux:

Toyota Hilux History

The Toyota Hilux is a compact pickup truck built and marketed by the Toyota Motor Corporation. The Hilux name was adopted as a replacement for the Stout in 1969, and remains in use worldwide. In the United States, the Hilux name was retired in 1976 in favor of Truck or Compact Truck, and this name was replaced by Tacoma in 1995. One popular option package, SR5 (Sport Rally), also became synonymous with the truck, even though it was used on other Toyota models as well. The name for the camper version of the Hilux was changed to 4-Runner in the United States in 1984. The 4-Runner, now a full SUV, shares few visual cues with its brother Tacoma in more recent models (read more...).

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2009 Toyota Hilux

Toyota has gone ahead and fully revealed its facelifted HiLux that will go on sale in Europe before the end of the year. For 2009, Toyota’s popular pick-up truck benefits from a series of styling, technical and equipment upgrades. On the outside, the subtle styling tweaks include the new trapezoidal grille and grey plate bar along with the more heavily profiled bumper and the new 15 and 17-inch alloy wheels. Inside the ’09 HiLux has been updated with a new four-spoke steering wheel with integrated controls for the audio system and multi-information display and a new air conditioning system. Toyota says it has also revised the instrument cluster and controls for the wipers and lights.

Under the skin, Toyota has upgraded the 169bhp (171 HP) 3.0 D-4D diesel engine in the automatic version with an increase of 17Nm in maximum torque to 360Nm. Moreover, the Japanese automaker replaced the available four-speed automatic transmission with a new five-speed unit that promises to improve performance and fuel consumption. According to Toyota, fuel efficiency in the combined cycle for the automatic version is increased from 30.1 to 31.7 mpg UK.

Toyota’s engineers also tweaked the suspension settings and added a new double-row roller-type rear axle bearings and more responsive valve structure on the front shock absorbers along with new bushes. Additionally, the new Hilux gains larger brakes with 297mm diameter ventilated front discs and 295mm drums for all four-wheel drive models, apart from the models equipped with VSC, which have 319mm ventilated front discs.

Depending on the market, Toyota says that it has improved the standard equipment on all models across the HiLux range.

2009 Toyota Hilux TRD (Australia)

Toyta Hilux TRD

Uniquely Australian design by TRD

We've just made the unbreakable even tougher - building on the combination of strength and style that has made the HiLux one of Australia's favourite working vehicles. Boasting a growling, supercharged 4.0 litre V6 engine, and 225 kW of power at 5,400rpm, the new TRD HiLux is up for the challenge... if you are.

The new TRD HiLux is undeniably good looking, and proudly Australian – with a wider, lower stance that makes it ideal for the rugged outdoors. Distinctive fog lamps on the 4000SL, together with metallic black bumper accents, show off the vehicle's strong and sturdy character. The TRD signature black mesh radiator grille adds a robust element – and the side steps proudly feature the Toyota Racing Development (TRD) logo.

Toyota Hilux TRD

TRD exterior styling

Whether for hard work or even harder play, the TRD HiLux can help you get the job done. Both the 4000S and the 4000SL models include a range of sporty features, including over-fender flares, a black TRD sports bar, black mesh radiator grille, sports front bumper and side steps with the TRD logo. You'll also find a unique body-coloured rear bumper, blacked-out B-pillar, multi-reflector headlamps and unique TRD graphics.

Toyota Hilux TRD

Sporty 17" alloy wheels

You'll turn heads wherever you go – with stylish, 17", 6-spoke alloy wheels on both the 4000S and the 4000SL models. These newly designed wheels have been designed to enhance both the performance and the style of the vehicle.

Toyota Hilux TRD

TRD Styling

The new TRD HiLux is rugged on the outside, but certainly not on the inside – with a range of stylish interior features. Inside the TRD HiLux 4000S, you'll find signature grey seats – and black leather inside the TRD HiLux 4000SL. You'll also find a leather sports shifter, a coloured leather steering wheel, silver instrument cluster bezel and even TRD floor mats. The TRD HiLux 4000SL model also boasts a smooth-sided rear-deck,
carpeted floor, TRD carpet floor mats and stylish Optitron speedometer.

Toyota Hilux TRD

Leather steering wheel

A sophisticated, duo-toned leather steering wheel provides enhanced grip and handling, and lends a luxurious feel to the interior. In each model, the grey and red coloured wheel has a TRD-embossed logo.

Toyota Hilux TRD

Optitron speedometer

React to conditions in a split second, with this sporty instrument cluster providing enhanced visibility. Also, with the multi-information display, you can get all the information you need at a glance – including fuel range and consumption, driving time and even average speed.

Toyota Hilux TRD

Comfort and convenience

A range of features make riding inside the TRD HiLux an absolute pleasure. You'll enjoy the safety of dual SRS airbags – as well as air conditioning, a sports leather shifter, cruise control, an MP3-compatible CD player with audio input, coloured leather steering wheel, silver instrument cluster bezel and TRD floor mats. The TRD HiLux 4000SL model also boasts a leather seat trim, carpeted floor covering, TRD carpet floor mats, a 6-CD in-dash charger with Bluetooth™* Handsfree Capability and stylish Optitron speedometer.

*The Bluetooth word mark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth™ will only operate with telephones enabled with compatible Bluetooth™ wireless technology (HFP (Hands Free Profile) v1.0 and OPP (Object Push Profile) v1.1 international standards).

Toyota Hilux TRD

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