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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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