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Toyota has released the new-generation HiLux range. Almost every aspect of the eighth-generation HiLux has been strengthened, including a thicker frame, stiffer body, new high-torque turbo-diesel engines, advanced six-speed transmissions, beefed-up suspension and brakes, and expanded off-road ability.

Towing capacity is now up to 3.5 tonnes and payloads are up to 1240 kg with 23 of new HiLux’s 31 variants confirmed as genuine one-tonners, including all 4x2 variants and all 4x4 single and extra cabs.

At the same time, the latest HiLux offers SUV-like features including a more compliant ride, quieter cabins and higher levels of comfort and convenience with standard air conditioning, touch-screen display audios, cruise control, more supportive seats and power-operated windows, mirrors and door locks.

New HiLux also has a distinctive Australian flavour with Toyota’s local engineers undertaking an unprecedented six-year program that delivered a new rugged suspension package, enhanced underbody protection and electronic control systems tuned for more effective operation on gravel and during off-road driving. More than one million kilometres of testing, including 650,000 km in Australia, has confirmed the performance, reliability and durability of new HiLux over the widest possible on-road, off-road and climatic conditions.

A new family of high-torque turbo-diesel engines is headed by a 2.8-litre version with maximum torque of up to 450 Nm — a gain of 25% compared with the previous 3.0-litre engine. Its 2.4-litre sibling also generates higher torque of up to 400 Nm.