Last month, we talked about the 2021 Toyota Hilux facelift leak. Understandably enough, a lot of people were excited. The Toyota Hilux, after all, is one of the most popular pickup trucks in the Philippines, and it is second only to the Toyota Vios in the Japanese marque’s model lineup in terms of sales volume.
Doesn't it look downright majestic? [Source: Overboost BR]
Now, we have great news for those of you waiting for updates on the 2021 Hilux facelift, this time from a Brazilian Instagram page, Overboost BR, who posted crystal clear and realistic renderings of what this facelift could look like in the flesh.
Check it out:
Here it is on the road with the blacked-out grille [Source: Overboost BR]
From these renderings, we can clearly see the Toyota Hilux wearing a front fascia that’s vastly similar to the one on the Toyota Tacoma, its American cousin.
There are some variances however like the sharper, more modern looking set of headlights. The pair of fog-lights that are “tucked” in while flanking the wide grille as opposed to the Tacoma’s pair which are lower on the front fascia.
Towards the rear, Overboost BR’s render also shows the redesigned taillight cluster which has this double C-shaped design positioned on top of each other.
Note the taillight's design [Source: Overboost BR]
They even included an alternate version with a blacked out grille and a set of headlights that are closer to the ones on the currently available Toyota Hilux.
From the side and other elements of the rear like the tailgate however, it seems that people are of a consensus that Toyota won’t be changing anything on those parts of the vehicle.
They still retain the same shape, but nonetheless, the facelifted Hilux is a macho looking pickup truck that’s sure to make heads turn on the road.
As we’ve reported on April 27, 2020 however, the production for the facelifted 2021 Hilux and also the 2021 Toyota Fortuner are delayed until May 2020.
Here's another version of the 2021 HIlux render with a more futuristic looking set of headlights [Source: Overboost BR]
So until then, we’ll just have to wait for more updates. And for 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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