Toyota Hilux
Quick review
10 Mar '23
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Autocar India Team
Price and market positioning
Rs 33.99 lakh-Rs 36.80 lakh (ex-showroom)
Sold as lifestyle vehicle in India
Very popular work vehicle abroad
Rivals Isuzu V-Cross
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Autocar India Team
How big is it?
Measure 5.3m long
India gets double cab version
Loads of modifications available in aftermarket
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Autocar India Team
Utilitarian interior
Ingress requires use of footstep, hand grip
Hard plastics all around
Soft-touch materials restricted to seats
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Autocar India Team
Designed to be home on the go
Bottleholders in each door
4 cupholders
2 large gloveboxes
2-pin charging socket between front seats
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Autocar India Team
Front seats comfy, back seats not so much
Rear seat legroom is adequate
3m wheelbase maximised for cargo space
Knees-up seating position
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Autocar India Team
Adequate feature list
8-inch touchscreen
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Keyless entry and go
Cruise control
Dial-operated drive modes
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Punchy performance
204hp 2.8-litre, 4cyl, turbo-diesel
Engine gets loud when rushed
6-speed AT works well
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Autocar India Team
Not meant for city life
Massive size felt in town
Heavy steering, big turning radius
Parking could be an issue
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Autocar India Team
Off-road is where it shines
Ample ground clearance
In-depth off-road review coming soon
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Autocar India Team
Verdict
We like:
Strong engine
Off-road ability
Proven reliability
We don’t like:
Feels its size
Bouncy ride
Expensive
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Autocar India Team
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