Rejoice! Toyota might be developing a GR Hilux in the near future

Updated Mar 23, 2021 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Toyota might be developing their next GR vehicle and there's a good chance that it's a Hilux!

A Gazoo Racing Toyota Hilux: Toyota boys rejoice!

Hold your horse's folks!

It isn’t really confirmed yet but according to a very reliable source, Toyota now has a trademark for the GR Hilux in Australia. This was filed way back in July 2019 with the said request being granted only a few days ago on February 18, 2020.

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According to the source, Toyota Australia as of yet, still doesn’t have plans to release a “GR Hilux” at this point in time but it sure isn’t something that they’ll rule out just yet.

Note that the Aussies already have the Hilux GR-Sport but many thought of that as a mere appearance package.

Also, consider that there’s a HUGE interest in high-performance trucks not only in Australia but also for the rest of the world and it would be very wise for Toyota to come up with their own.

Just look outside on Philippine roads. This is a pretty obvious bestseller.

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A picture of the Hilux GR-Sport

There's the Hilux GR-Sport but its exclusive to Australia and even they thought it was a mere styling package

Toyota GR Boss himself is pushing for the GR Hilux

Apart from actual interest from Toyota fans, the Toyota Gazoo boss, Shigeki Tomoyama has actually expressed his interest in developing a GR version of the Toyota Hilux.

How?

Well, it could be developed from the highly successful Dakar-spec Hilux which won last year. It packs a beefy 5-liter V8 and an even beefier fully independent suspension system. Also, the said V8 is mounted in the middle of the truck for balance.

A picture of the Toyota Hilux GR-S

The Hilux GR-S makes a lot of power but it was a very limited release

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Another truck this future GR Hilux can also be based on is the Toyota Hilux GR Sport which was released in limited numbers and was an Australian exclusive.

While there aren’t any pictures of this future GR model, we can assume that it will either take styling cues from the GR Sport or from the Dakar Hilux and borrowing some technologies and parts from the latter.

Just like the GR Yaris which very much looks like the official Toyota WRC rally car.

A picture of the Dakar Hilux

If this new GR Hilux would look close to the Dakar Hilux then I'd sell my left kidney right away

If we had to guess, Toyota will come up with a concept for the Hilux GR in one or two years.  

Are you excited? We know we are!

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Know more about Toyota Hilux 2024

Toyota Hilux

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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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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