The Toyota Hilux Thread

Japanese tuner gives the Toyota Hilux a Tundra-inspired facial transplant

The Toyota Hilux is South Africa’s best-selling vehicle, and it’s not uncommon to see monthly sales of the locally-produced bakkie surpass the 4 000 mark.

But with so many of them around, you won’t exactly stand out in a Toyota Hilux unless you really go big on accessories.

But now there’s an interesting new option that has been announced in Japan, and it appears that the parts can be ordered online.

Sold by a Japanese company called GMG, which describes itself as a luxury car shop that sells both new and used products, the new front-end styling kit was designed to closely resemble the US-market Toyota Tundra pick-up truck, which is a size larger than the Hilux.


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GMG/DOUBLE EIGHT on Instagram: "・ ・ 価格発表‼️ ・ TOYOTA HILUX！ ・ DOUBLE EIGHT NEW bodykit!! ・ 価格が決定しました！ ・ ☆ フロントバンパーキット （グリルセット） 235,000円(税別) ☆ オレンジマーカー(1台分) 8,000円(税別) ☆ グリルインナーメッシュ 5,000円(税別) ※ グリルの内側に装着する。 インナーメッシュ。 ※ 写真のデモカーは、装着 しておりま

1,055 likes, 21 comments - gmgjapan on May 1, 2022: "・ ・ 価格発表‼️ ・ TOYOTA HILUX！ ・ DOUBLE EIGHT NEW bodykit!! ・ 価格が決定しました！ ・ ☆ フロントバンパーキット （グリルセット） 235,000円(税別) ☆ オレンジマーカー(1台分) 8,000円(税別) ☆ グリルインナーメッシュ 5,000円(税別) ※ グリルの内側に装着する。 インナーメッシュ。 ※ 写真のデモカーは、装着 しておりません。 ☆ オーバーフェンダー...
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Toyota Hilux GR-Sport (2022) Specs & Price

The long-awaited Toyota Hilux GR-Sport has finally hit the market in South Africa, boasting an increase in power and torque! Here’s how much it costs…

The Toyota Hilux GR-Sport is finally here, inspired by the Japanese firm’s Dakar Rally success under the Gazoo Racing banner. What you’re looking at is the most torque-rich series-produced Hilux ever offered in South Africa.

Yes, the 2.8-litre, 4-cylinder turbodiesel engine used in this version of the Prospecton-built Hilux has been suitably massaged to liberate some extra power and torque (unlike the similarly new Corolla Cross GR-Sport, which makes do with that model’s standard outputs). While the standard version of the Hilux’s 2.8-litre powertrain offers 150 kW and 500 Nm, the GR-Sport’s peak outputs sit at 165 kW and 550 Nm. Interestingly, top speed remains unchanged at 175 kph, while Toyota doesn’t list a 0-100 kph time.

Available exclusively in the double-cab body style, the Hilux GR-Sport (or Hilux GR-S, for short) ships standard with the Japanese firm’s 6-speed automatic transmission and 4×4. With a starting price of R865 400, it’s interestingly not the most expensive derivative in the range, with the three RS versions priced higher (topping out at R917 900). For the record, the GR-Sport price represents a R40 500 premium over the Legend model.

So, besides the extra oomph, what goes into the making of a Hilux GR-Sport? Well, there’s a model-specific GR-Sport grille painted in high-gloss black and fitted with bold “Toyota” lettering. In addition, this model rides on 17-inch alloy wheels (as opposed to the 18-inch items used by the Legend). Toyota South Africa Motors furthermore says the “GR-inspired suspension” promises “improved off-road handling and comfort”.

How much does the Toyota Hilux GR-Sport cost in South Africa?

Toyota Hilux GR-Sport – R865 400

A 3-year/100 000 km warranty and a 9-service/90 000 km service plan are included in the purchase price.

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The New Toyota Hilux GR-Sport (2022) Specs & Price

The Toyota Hilux GR-Sport has finally hit the market in South Africa, boasting an increase in power and torque! Here’s how much it costs…
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Toyota Hilux GR Sport arrives with 165kW - SA pricing announced

The Toyota Hilux GR Sport caused a stir when it was revealed locally earlier in 2022, and now it’s finally available in South Africa.

Priced at R865 400, The Toyota Hilux GR Sport comes with an upgraded engine as well as modified suspension and a number of sporty design enhancements.

But let’s first talk about the all-important power and torque hikes. Thanks to a special ECU calibration, the 2.8-litre turbodiesel engine produces 165kW and 550Nm, which is 15kW and 50Nm more than the regular 2.8 GD-6 models offer. Power goes to all four wheels through a recalibrated six-speed automatic gearbox and a traditional four-wheel drive system featuring an auto limited slip differential.

To sharpen the handling, the company has fitted new monotube shock absorbers and stiffer coil springs, and the vehicle rolls on unique 17-inch Titanium finish alloy wheels shod with taller-profile 265-65-R17 rubber.

 
10 best-selling bakkies in South Africa: September 2022

Here’s a look at the list of South Africa’s best-selling bakkies for September 2022, which shows some movement on the podium as well as – rather unusually – a new entrant to the top 10…

September 2022 saw South Africa’s new-vehicle market put in another resilient performance, with industry sales increasing 10.8% year on year to 47 786 units. The country’s light-commercial vehicle segment (which includes bakkies) enjoyed even stronger growth, closing the month with year-on-year gains of 14.9% to reach 12 573 registrations.

So, what does that mean for our list of SA’s best-selling bakkies? Well, the Prospecton-built Toyota Hilux – which recently had its range bolstered by the arrival of the 165 kW GR-Sport derivative – was once again the star of the show, with 2 842 units registered in September. Though this figure was down somewhat on the number of registrations achieved in August, it still suggests Toyota’s factory in KwaZulu-Natal is almost back to full production capacity.

Meanwhile, the Struandale-produced Isuzu D-Max (1 968 units) came just short of cracking the 2 000-unit mark (its maker reports a combined figure that includes Gen 6 sales) but managed to climb one spot to second. That saw the outgoing version of the Ford Ranger – which will soon be replaced by the likewise Silverton-manufactured new-generation model – fall a place to third, with 1 604 units sold.

10 best-selling bakkies in South Africa for September 2022

1. Toyota Hilux – 2 842 units

2. Isuzu D-Max – 1 968 units

3. Ford Ranger – 1 604 units

4. Nissan NP200 – 1 198 units

5. Mahindra Pik Up – 666 units

6. Nissan Navara – 450 units

7. Toyota Land Cruiser 79 – 403 units

8. GWM Steed – 365 units

9. Volkswagen Amarok – 168 units

10. Mitsubishi Triton – 72 units

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10 best-selling bakkies in South Africa: September 2022

South Africa’s best-selling bakkies for September 2022, including some movement on the podium as well as a new entrant to the top 10…
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Used bakkies becoming more expensive, particularly the Toyota Hilux, trader says

It has been an eventful few years to say the least, full of occurrences that have impacted new car supply and created shortages.

Pandemic lockdowns shuttered manufacturing plants across the world, and semi-conductor supply constraints continue to have a ripple effect. In 2022, new challenges arose, foremost among these the war in Europe with its knock-on effect on supply chains.

Closer to home, floods in KwaZulu-Natal devastated one of the country’s largest car manufacturing plants, which produces the country’s most popular bakkie, the Toyota Hilux, and the country has been in the grip of rolling power shortages, further impacting supply.

Unsurprisingly, bakkie devotees are turning to the used car market to score their beloved bakkies.

“Bakkies continue to retain the title for the highest searches when combining both single and double-cabs,” says AutoTrader CEO George Mienie. “In the first half of the year, the most searched for bakkies in both the single- and double-cab category were the Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Volkswagen Amarok and Toyota Landcruiser.” Searches are an indicator of popularity, of course.


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FiestaST said:
I guess not, though I’ve not seen too many of his vids.

Oke is properly loaded hey.
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yet to understand how he can afford to throw money around like he does,
I mean what is the dudes "day job" or is he a Typical Trust fund Screwup with some rich Parents.

check the G wagon test video, Dude treats a G wagon G63 like a Toyota Hiace.
 
Pricing announced for the sporty derivative of SA’s favorite bakkie – Toyota Hilux GR-S

Toyota Hilux GR-S pricing

Toyota Hilux GR-S – R865 400

Each retuned Toyota bakkie will include a 3-year/100 000 km warranty and 9 service/90 000 km service plan are standard.

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Pricing announced for the sporty derivative of SA's favorite bakkie - Toyota Hilux GR-S

Wearing the Gazoo Racing badge means that the latest Hilux GR-S has some big shoes to fill in the niche performance bakkie market. Here is pricing to pay on the tuned bakkie in South Africa.
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