5 of the Best Pick-up Trucks That You Should Consider Driving

Boasting of a legacy spanning five decades, the Toyota Hilux pickup truck is one of the hottest selling and reliable vehicles in the Japanese automaker’s line-up. The eight-generation Hilux was released in 2015 in two countries - Thailand and Australia.

Due to its reliability and durability, this pickup has gained widespread popularity as it offers some variants that take into account different needs and preferences of customers. The vehicle comes in SC (single cab) and DC (double cab) variants that ensure better manoeuvrability and remarkable off-road capabilities.

5 Best Hilux Pickup Trucks to Suit All Your Needs

The Hilux DC (GL 2.0 4X2)

·         Engine – 2.0L, 4 cylinders, petrol, VVT-I, 137 horsepower, 183Nm of torque

·         Maximum output – 137 BHP/5,600 rpm

·         Maximum torque – 183Nm/4,000 rpm

·         Transmission – 5-speed manual

·         Anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), driver airbags

·         Sliding back window

·         Rear fog lamps

The Hilux DC (GLX 2.7 4X2)

·         Engine – 2.7L, 4 cylinders, petrol, VVT-I, 164 horsepower, 245Nm of torque

·         Maximum Output – 164 BHB/5,200 rpm

·         Maximum Torque – 245Nm/4,000 rpm

·         Transmission – 5-speed manual

·         Anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)

·         Driver and front passenger airbags, driver knee airbags

·         Front disc brakes and rear drum brakes

·         Cool box

·         Front steel bumper

The Hilux SC (GLX 2.4 4X4 Diesel Long)

·         Engine – 2.4L, 4 cylinders, Diesel D-4D, Turbo, 147 horsepower, 400Nm of torque

·         Maximum Power – 147 BHP/3,400 rpm

·         Maximum Torque – 400Nm/1,600-2,000 rpm

·         Multi-information display

·         Remote central door locking

·         Transmission – 6-speed manual

·         Steering mounted audio controls and other multi-functional switches

·         Driver airbags, ABS, EBD

·         Front and rear mud guards

The Hilux DC (SGLX 2.7 4X2 Navi)

·         Engine – 2.7L, 4 cylinders, petrol, VVT-I, 164 horsepower, 245Nm of torque

·         Maximum Output – 164 BHB/5,200 rpm

·         Maximum Torque – 245Nm/4,000 rpm

·         4.2-inch colour multi-information display

·         Smart entry system along with engine stop/start button

·         GPS Navigation system

·         Electric windows and mirrors

·         Driver and front passenger airbags, driver knee airbags, ABD, EBD

·         High mounted stop lamp

·         2 rear parking sensors

The Hilux DC (GL 2.4 4X2 Diesel)

·         Engine – 2.4L, 4 cylinders, Diesel D-4D, Turbo, 147 horsepower, 343Nm of torque

·         Maximum Output – 147 BHP/3,400 rpm

·         Maximum Torque – 343Nm/1,400-2,800 rpm

·         Driver airbag, ABS, EBD

·         Transmission – 5-speed manual

·         Rear fog lamp

·         Front disc brakes and rear drum brakes

·         Sliding back window

·         Floor mats/carpet

While the specifications may differ, the five variants represent the reliability and style that is associated with the Japanese carmaker. You are sure to be delighted with any Toyota pickup vehicle, especially the Hilux!