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Toyota Hilux 8 facelift

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Product Overview

The 2020 Hilux facelift combines design updates with the addition of a powerful 2.8-litre diesel powertrain as well as improvements to on- and off-road performance with greater comfort.
Hilux's 1 tonne payload and 3.5 tonne towing capability are now expanded to all 4-wheel drive body types (Single, Extra, and Double Cabs). To improve Hilux's already industry-leading off-road capabilities, the new Hilux incorporates a new electronic function replicating the effects of a mechanical LSD found on 2WD models, lowers engine idle speed from 850 to 680 rpm, an updated VSC system, and a new tire angle monitor.
On the outside, the new exterior is bolder, including newly-designed front and rear LED light clusters. Inside, the new 8-inch infotainment screen adopts mechanical buttons and dials for enhanced operability under all driving conditions. Moreover smart entry and push-button start, satellite navigation, automatic A/C, front and rear parking sensors, and a 9-speaker JBL Premium Sound System with an 800W 8-channel amplifier are all available.
A new, top-of-the-line "Invinciable" trim offers bespoke styling and premium equipment without compromise to the capabilities and legendary quality, durability, and reliability that have made Hilux an icon from urban to the harshest environments.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 52%
Pros
  • Superb offroad capabilities
  • Exceptional reliability
Cons
  • Poor performance
  • No powerful engine options
  • High 0.39 drag coefficient
  • Large turning circle

What external reviewers found

External score 67%
Pros
  • Decent handling
  • Excellent off-road performance
  • Decent infotainment system
  • Good standard equipment
  • Excellent rear-axle articulation
Cons
  • Lack of power
  • No automatic gearbox
  • Fidgety suspension
  • Nothing in particular
  • Tough to drive

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Specifications

Variants shown:
Double Cab 2.4 D-4D
Double Cab 2.4 D-4D 4x4
Double Cab 2.4 D-4D 4x4 AT
Double Cab 2.8 D-4D 4x4
Double Cab 2.8 D-4D 4x4 AT
Extra Cab 2.4 D-4D
Extra Cab 2.4 D-4D 4x4
Extra Cab 2.8 D-4D 4x4
Extra Cab 2.8 D-4D 4x4 AT
Single Cab 2.4 D-4D
Single Cab 2.4 D-4D 4x4

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External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 67% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autocar have found:
A new 201bhp 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel engine is now being offered. Chunky-looking exterior styling revisions have been made to top-of-the-line Invincible X double-cab Hiluxes. New variable-assistance hydraulic power steering set-up intended to make handling more precise at speed.
Pros
  • Lots of fun to drive
  • Lots of standard equipment
  • Good-sized back seats
Cons
  • Tough to drive

autoexpress[2]

Reviewer score 65% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autoexpress have found:
The 2.4-litre four-cylinder diesel is gutsy enough in isolation, but the 2.8- litre diesel is the one to go for if you're used to punchy power delivery. All models receive Aux in and USB ports, along with Bluetooth connectivity. Icon and Invincible versions include a DAB radio, while Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also now available. There’s better storage in the Hilux than in some rival pick-ups.
Pros
  • Comfortable to sit in
  • Good standard equipment
  • Decent handling
Cons
  • Fidgety suspension
  • No automatic gearbox

carmagazine[3]

Reviewer score 72% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from carmagazine have found:
The new 2.8-litre Bi-Turbo engine runs it very close to the new Ford Ranger. Off-road, within its apparently high limits, the Hilux is basically unflappable. The design is more modern life than working life, yet retains substantive ease of use – with chunky controls and a good balance between physical buttons and touchscreen activity. It's a very convincing, very convincing package.
Pros
  • Excellent off-road performance
  • Lots of standard equipment
  • Excellent rear-axle articulation
Cons
  • Nothing in particular

References

  1. ^ Toyota Hilux 2.8 D-4D Invincible X 2020 UK review. [autocar].
  2. ^ Toyota Hilux pick-up review. [autoexpress].
  3. ^ Toyota Hilux Invincible X (2020) review: tough just got plusher. [carmagazine].

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