Isuzu recently launched the MY26 V-Cross in India with updates to its design elements and feature upgrades such as a 360-degree camera and a bigger touchscreen. The V-Cross locks horns with the similarly specced Toyota Hilux, so we compare both to find out which of these pickup trucks offers more in terms of specifications.
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Dimensions
The Isuzu is taller, while the Hilux is longer
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Dimensions | |||
Isuzu V-Cross | Toyota Hilux | Difference | |
Length (mm) | 5,295 | 5,325 | -30 |
Width (mm) | 1,860 | 1,855 | +5 |
Height (mm) | 1,855 | 1,815 | +40 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 3,095 | 3,085 | +10 |
While both pickup trucks are not too far apart in width, the V-Cross is 40mm taller and has a 10mm longer wheelbase. However, in terms of overall length, the Hilux is 30mm longer.
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Engine specifications
Both get diesel engines, but the Hilux packs more power and torque
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Engine specifications | ||
Isuzu V-Cross | Toyota Hilux | |
Engine | 1.9-litre diesel engine | 2.8-litre diesel |
Power (hp) | 163 | 204 |
Torque (Nm) | 360 | 500 |
Transmission | 6-speed MT / 6-speed AT | 6-speed MT / 6-speed AT |
Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD |
Although both models come with a diesel engine, the Toyota pickup has a bigger heart, which helps it produce 41hp and 140Nm more than the Isuzu offering. Both have similar transmission options and come with a 4WD setup.
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Exterior
Some lighting elements are halogen-based on the V-Cross
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Exterior | ||
Isuzu V-Cross | Toyota Hilux | |
Headlights | Auto projector LED | Auto projector LED |
Front fog lamps | Halogen | LED |
Tail-lights | Halogen | LED |
DRLs | LED | LED |
Rear fog lamp | No | Yes |
Wheels | 18-inch alloy | 18-inch alloy |
Door handles | Chrome | Chrome |
ORVMs | Black | Chrome |
Roof rails | Yes | No |
Side steps | Yes | No |
Seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
Colour | Monotone | Monotone |
The Toyota Hilux gets all LED lighting, whereas the Isuzu makes do with halogen bulbs for the fog lamps and tail-lamps. The Hilux even gets rear fog lamps, which are missing on the Isuzu. On the other hand, the V-Cross is offered with roof rails and side steps, both of which are optional accessories with the Hilux.
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Interior and features
The V-Cross has a bigger touchscreen, but the Hilux offers dual-zone AC
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Interior and features | ||
Isuzu V-Cross | Toyota Hilux | |
Infotainment screen | 10.3-inch | 8-inch |
Driver’s display | Analogue dials with MID | Analogue dials with MID |
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
Audio system | 8 speakers | 6 speakers |
Sunroof | No | No |
Climate control | Automatic | Automatic, dual-zone |
Seat upholstery | Leatherette | Leatherette |
Wireless phone charger | No | No |
Cooled glove box | No | Yes |
Power windows | All four | All four |
Powered driver’s seats | 6-way powered | 8-way powered |
Rear seat folding | Flat, 60:40 split | Flip-up, 60:40 |
Powered ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Ambient lighting | No | No |
Front centre armrest | Yes | Yes |
Rear centre armrest | Yes | Yes, with cup holders |
Push-button start/stop | Yes | Yes |
USB ports | Type-A and Type-C | Type-A and Type-C |
Connected car tech | No | Yes |
The V-Cross not only offers a bigger infotainment system but also two more speakers than the Hilux. While automatic climate control is available in both models, the Hilux takes it up a notch with dual-zone AC. Moreover, it also offers more adjustment for the driver’s seat and a cooled glove box over the V-Cross. One difference between the two pickups is that in the V-Cross, the rear bench can be flat-folded, while in the Hilux, it can be flipped upwards.
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Driving tech
Both pickups get 4WD and locking differentials
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux Driving tech | ||
Isuzu V-Cross | Toyota Hilux | |
4WD with low range | Yes | Yes |
Differential locks | Electronic | Electronic |
Paddle shifters | No | No |
Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
In terms of driving tech, both the V-Cross and Hilux feature a shift-by-wire 4WD setup with a low-range transfer case and electronic differential locks. And both miss out on paddleshifters with the automatic transmission.
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Safety features
The Hilux lacks a 360-degree camera and TPMS
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Safety features | ||
Isuzu V-Cross | Toyota Hilux | |
Airbags | 6 (2 as standard) | 7 |
ADAS | No | No |
Camera setup | 360-degree | Rear only |
Parking sensors | Rear only | Front and rear |
Parking brake | Manual | Manual |
ISOFIX anchorages | Yes | Yes |
Disc brakes | Front only | Front only |
TPMS | Yes | No |
IRVM | Manually adjustable | Auto-dimming |
Hill start assist | Yes | Yes |
Hill descent control | Yes | Yes |
ESC | Yes | Yes |
While the top-spec V-Cross gets 6 airbags, the entry-spec Z variant gets only two airbags. The Hilux, on the other hand, offers 7 airbags across its range, although it only gets a rear parking camera compared to a 360-degree setup on the V-Cross. The Hilux also offers front parking sensors and an auto-dimming interior rearview mirror (IRVM), but it lacks a tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Prices
Top-end prices of both pickups differ by over Rs 5 lakh
Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: Price range (ex-showroom) | ||
Isuzu V-Cross | Toyota Hilux | |
Price range (Rs lakh) | 25.50-30.28 | 28.02-35.37 |
Surely, the Hilux carries the Toyota badge that unlocks more service touchpoints and a bigger engine with more power and torque. But the V-Cross is the more affordable option. Its base variant is priced Rs 2.52 lakh lower than the Hilux’s, and the gap increases to a massive Rs 5.09 lakh when their top variants are compared. In that sense, the V-Cross regains some edge by offering more value with nearly as many features as the Hilux.
Prices are ex-showroom, India.