By Otsile Kadiege

The Toyota Hilux is one of the automaker’s best-sellers and it’s one of the models which helped Toyota South Africa reach record breaking sales records. That said,  Toyota South Africa has applied some key changes to the Hilux product line-up, to cater to ever-evolving customer demands.

Hilux Xtra Can new features

The most notable change is brought to Xtra Cab where the Legend grade now includes Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 2.0. This active safety system brings with it a Pre-Collision System (PCS), high-speed-range Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Departure Alert (LDA). TSS operation can be adjusted via dedicated steering switches or via the Multi-Information Display (MID). As part of the spec upgrade, the exterior mirrors now also incorporate a welcome light feature (as with Double-cab Legend models).

Hilux Legend model derivative alignment – Double Cab

As part of a second wave of Legend grade alignment, all double-cab Legend models now boast the same specification level (including 4×2 variants which previously omitted the JBL audio). As such, the Legend grade offers: power-adjustable driver seat, leather interior, Toyota Safety Sense (Pre-crash system, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control), JBL premium 9-speaker audio system, dual-zone climate control and a Smart Entry System.

Raised Body Auto Models

Raised Body Auto transmission models (Raider and Legend) are now equipped with an Automatic Transmission Temperature warning, conveniently reporting AT operation when conveying heavy loads or driving on steep terrain.  

Colour Choices

The existing colour palette remains, offering buyers a choice of seven hues on single cab, while Xtra and Double cab models can also be specified in Platinum White – with Attitude Black being reserved for double-cab duty. In addition, customers are requested to enquire at their nearest Toyota dealer on the availability of Sand Beige units (available across all three bodyshapes in limited production numbers).

Hilux models and pricing

Petrol single cab          

2.7 VVTi RB S 5MT – R433 100

2.0 VVTi S 5MT – R336 100

2.0 VVTi S A/C 5MT – R346 000

Diesel single cab          

2.4 GD S 5MT – R378 900

2.4 GD S A/C 5MT – R389 100

2.4 GD-6 RB RAIDER 6MT – R506 900

2.4 GD-6 RB RAIDER 6AT – R527 600

2.4 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER 6MT  – R583 200

2.4 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER 6AT – R605 700

2.4 GD-6 RB SR 6MT – R469 200

2.4 GD-6 4×4 SR 6MT – R540 000

2.8 GD-6 RB RAIDER 6AT – R602 400

2.8 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER 6AT – R675 000

Chassis cab     

2.4 GD 5MT A/C  – R364 800

2.4 GD-6 4X4 6MT – R521 200

Xtra cab           

2.4 GD-6 RB RAIDER 6MT – R521 500

2.4 GD-6 RB RAIDER 6AT – R542 100

2.8 GD-6 RB LEGEND 6MT – R626 100

2.8 GD-6 RB LEGEND 6AT – R654 000

2.8 GD-6 4×4 LEGEND 6MT – R706 200

2.8 GD-6 4×4 LEGEND 6AT – R734 500

Petrol double cab        

2.7 VVTi RB S 5MT – R493 600

4.0 V6 4X4 LEGEND AT – R849 200

Diesel double cab        

2.4 GD-6 RB RAIDER MT – R567 600

2.4 GD-6 RB RAIDER AT – R585 500

2.4 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER MT – R655 100

2.4 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER AT – R683 800

2.4 GD-6 RB SR MT – R534 400

2.4 GD-6 4X4 SR MT – R615 300

2.8 GD-6 RB RAIDER AT – R709 000

2.8 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER AT – R792 600

2.8 GD-6 RB LEGEND MT – R757 300

2.8 GD-6 RB LEGEND 6AT – R802 300

2.8 GD-6 RB LEGEND RS 6AT – R895 000

2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-S AT – R891 400

2.8 GD-6 4X4 LEGEND RS MT – R909 700

2.8 GD-6 4X4 LEGEND RS AT – R945 400

2.8 GD-6 4X4 LEGEND MT – R813 90

2.8 GD-6 4X4 LEGEND AT – R849 600