Toyota has launched the new Hilux pickup in India with a 2.8-litre BS6 Phase 2 diesel engine, 6-speed automatic gearbox, 4x4 drive and prices starting at Rs 31.99 lakh ex-showroom.
Key points
- Design Built Around A Tougher, More Aggressive Look
- Diesel Engine And 4x4 Capability
- Cabin Comfort And Connectivity Features
- Safety Kit On The New Hilux
- Price And Variant Lineup
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has rolled out the ninth-generation Hilux in India, and this one leans harder into the "serious pickup" image than the version it replaces. It's built on Toyota's IMV platform, which the company has used for years across markets where a truck needs to survive both a Mumbai traffic jam and a dirt track without complaint. The formula hasn't changed much — diesel power, a proper 4x4 system, a cabin that's finally starting to feel less like an afterthought — but the styling and kit list have both moved on.
Design Built Around A Tougher, More Aggressive Look
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1. Design Built Around A Tougher, More Aggressive Look |
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2. Diesel Engine And 4x4 Capability |
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3. Cabin Comfort And Connectivity Features |
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4. Safety Kit On The New Hilux |
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5. Price And Variant Lineup |
Up front, the new Hilux gets a piano-black bumper, LED headlamps with a welcome function, LED fog lamps and reshaped daytime running lights — small changes individually, but together they give the truck a heavier, more planted look than before. Toyota's also thrown in alloy wheels, a set of aerodynamic fins near the tail, ORVMs that fold in electrically, and new LED tail lamps. None of this changes what the Hilux actually is, but it does make the outgoing model look a bit dated by comparison.
If you're the type who likes to line up options before deciding, it's worth browsing the current pickup and mini truck lineup just to see how the Hilux's size and stance compare with what else is on sale right now.
Diesel Engine And 4x4 Capability
Under the hood is the familiar 2.8-litre BS6 Phase 2 diesel, still doing 150 kW and 500 Nm, still bolted to a 6-speed automatic. Toyota's given it an 80-litre fuel tank this time, which tells you this truck isn't meant for popping down to the market — it's meant for the kind of drive where you stop caring how many hours are left. The 4x4 setup carries over the high and low range gearing Hilux buyers already know, plus an electronic diff lock and downhill assist for when the road stops being a road. Ride quality comes from a double-wishbone front and leaf springs at the back — nothing fancy, but it's a combination that's proven itself for decades on trucks like this.
Cabin Comfort And Connectivity Features
Step inside and it's a noticeably nicer place to sit than pickups usually are — soft leather with metallic trim, power windows that won't try to close on your hand, 60:40 split rear seats and a steering column that actually adjusts both ways. There's push-button start, park assist, wireless charging, cruise control, a rear armrest, and three drive modes (Eco, Normal, Sport) depending on your mood. The 12.3-inch touchscreen runs Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, there's an eight-speaker sound system, and the instrument cluster is now fully digital with adjustable brightness.
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Safety Kit On The New Hilux
On the safety front, you're getting seven airbags, stability control, ABS with brake assist, an emergency brake signal, ISOFIX mounts and seatbelts with force limiters up front — pretty much the full checklist buyers expect at this price point now. Toyota's also added a tyre pressure monitor, parking sensors on both ends and a panoramic view monitor, wrapped around a body structure engineered to absorb impact rather than transfer it straight to the cabin. And once the truck's actually out there working, owners have Toyota's service network to fall back on for the regular maintenance a diesel workhorse inevitably needs.
Price And Variant Lineup
Money-wise, the entry-level 4X2 GX automatic opens at Rs 31.99 lakh, the 4X4 GX automatic asks Rs 33.69 lakh, and if you want the fully loaded 4X4 VX automatic, that's Rs 36.69 lakh — all ex-showroom, so budget a fair bit more once your city's on-road costs are added in. There are six colours to pick from — Super White, Platinum Pearl White, Attitude Black+, Emotional Red, Sulphur Metallic+ and Ash — plus a small catalogue of accessories like side visors and garnish kits if you want to make yours look a bit different from the next one. Before you commit, it's worth checking on-road pricing for your own city, running the numbers through the pickup comparison tool against a couple of alternatives, working out the monthly hit with the EMI calculator, and then just calling up your nearest dealer to see what's actually in stock.
Frequently Asked Questions on Commercial Vehicles
Q1. What is the price of the new Toyota Hilux in India?
Ans. The new Toyota Hilux starts at Rs 31.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the 4X2 GX automatic, going up to Rs 36.69 lakh for the top-spec 4X4 VX automatic.
Q2. What engine does the new Hilux use?
Ans. It uses a 2.8-litre BS6 Phase 2 diesel engine producing 150 kW and 500 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic gearbox.
Q3. Does the new Hilux come with 4x4 capability?
Ans. Yes, the Hilux offers a 4x4 system with high and low range, along with an electronic differential lock and downhill assist control for off-road use.
Q4. How many airbags does the new Hilux have?
Ans. The new Hilux comes with seven airbags, along with vehicle stability control, ABS with brake assist and ISOFIX child seat mounts.