On April 27, 2020, we talked about the refreshed Toyota Hilux and Toyota Fortuner’s production delay. A couple a days ago on April 24, 2020, we got to see leaks of the 2021 Toyota Hilux facelift with a very Tacoma-inspired design.
Now, thanks to editing magic, we now got a clearer view of the refreshed Toyota Hilux for the 2021 model year, including a clean rendering of its rear end.
The 2021 Toyota Hilux looks bigger
Well, we aren’t actually sure yet whether it’s larger in terms of dimensions but due to the shape of the Tacoma inspired front end, it certainly looks huge.
The new grille and front bumper, after all, are made to look like the ones found on a far larger Toyota vehicle. Nonetheless, it looks rather fetching even on the smaller Hilux.
By wearing Tacoma's aesthetics, the Hilux looks better than ever
Apart from the new front fascia, we’re guessing that Toyota Hilux 2021 will also be getting a new set of wheels. Towards the rear, it might feature a revamped set of tail lights, which you can see from the pictures are still the wrap-around kind but with a different shape.
We're also thinking that Toyota will be changing up some elements of the rear
With this design, Toyota is taking the Hilux into new heights of masculine pickup truck design. To this end, we’re sure that more truck enthusiasts will be drawn towards the Toyota Hilux thanks to its redesign.
Remember, it’s a refresh
Being a refresh, we’re also guessing that the 2021 Hilux will still be using the same choices of engines, transmissions, and the same Toyota Innovative Multi-purpose Vehicle Architecture, or IMV.
However, we do wish that a few cool stuff would be included aboard the new Hilux like the Toyota Safety suite, a reversing camera, a better touchscreen head unit maybe?
Are you excited about the upcoming Hilux refresh? We know we are.
Also, remember that the Toyota Fortuner refresh is also rumored to start production by June 2020. So for more updates on that, keep reading here on Philkotse.com.
Know more about Toyota Hilux 2024
The Toyota Hilux 2024 is a midsize pickup offered in the local market as both fleet and regular units. Toyota Hilux Prices Philippines range from PHP 879,000 to PHP 2,166,000 with 13 variants, spanning from the basic cab & chassis 4x2 model to the range-topping GR Sport 4x4. It is also available in two turbodiesel engine options and four gearbox choices, accompanied by eight exterior colors. Dimensions start at 5,285mm in height, 1,800mm in width, and 1,700mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,085mm. Among the rivals to the Toyota Hilux in the market are the Mitsubishi Strada, Nissan Navara, Ford Ranger, and the Isuzu D-Max.
This popular pickup continues to evolve and slowly move upmarket after gaining luxuries. The most significant revolutionary jump of the Hilux happened in 2004 when the seventh generation of the model was introduced. It was the first 21st-century iteration of Toyota's pickup. It is also the first generation to ride on Toyota’s new Innovative Multi-purpose Vehicle architecture. It provided improved safety, better ride comfort, modern D-4D diesel engines, more interior space, and a more modern aerodynamic body.
The current 8th generation offers a more refined and stylish design than its predecessor, but the tradition of being a tough pickup continues. It received a much-awaited refresh in 2020.
₱ 879,000 - ₱ 2,166,000
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