Toyota HiLux 2021 review: Updated Ford Ranger ute rival tested!
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- Опубликовано: 9 июл 2024
- The time is now. Well, maybe you could argue that some of these changes could have come sooner, but the 2021 Toyota HiLux is here, and plenty of amendments and adjustments have been made.
The revised and revamped 2021 HiLux has seen a number of visual changes for some variants, while inside there’s new technology that brings the Toyota ute up to standard against its contemporaries. Yes, it finally has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, volume and tuning knobs on the touchscreen and a digital speedo.
That’s just the start, though. Toyota Australia says the new HiLux has been thoroughly reworked to offer a more comfortable drive experience, not to mention the 2.8-litre automatic versions copping a welcome upgrade to power and torque.
With the Ford Ranger constantly treading on the tail of the HiLux, and an all-new D-Max from Isuzu just launched - soon to be followed by a new Mazda BT-50 - has Toyota done enough to remain on top of the relevance list, and the shopping list?
Want to find out about specific things on the HiLux? Here are the timecodes:
0:00 Intro
1:03 Models & pricing
2:29 Interior
5:19 Safety
5:44 Tub dimensions
6:18 Engine specs
7:00 Fuel use
7:17 Driving on-road
9:28 Driving off-road
12:19 Verdict
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Hey mate I watched this video a few months ago, yesterday I put a $1000 deposit down on a blue SR5+ and watched this again now.
Great video. Thanks
how has your experience been with the SR5+?
Nice and honest review. I like it.
The new Dmax interior looks better, especially its ride comfort and handling.
Hope you can do a review of the 2021 Fortuner crusade soon. Stay safe.🙏🏻
I’ve put about 3000 klms on my new Hilux and love it I’ve had one since 1984 feels like a small v8 in power mode over 1050 klms using 55 litres no city driving.
Pwr mode is really nice.
I'm deciding between hilux and ranger raptor?
just bough an identical one - cant wait to pick it up next week
Excellent content
Man that’s a cool ute! Pretty cool that they have so many bed options available, like the one with old school looking tailgate latches and the tie down hooks along the sides! I wish we had options like that in the US!
Well, we wish we had something like the Tacoma, 4Runner and Tundra here... So I guess that makes us even?
Thanks
Matt
I’m sure that trays are not an Australian exclusive, you guys over there probably have a plethora of options if you go looking.
You have the Dodge Challengers hellcats
CarsGuide haha that’s true. Toyota makes some great trucks!
No they do not for the Tacoma
Bought one of these today haven't got it yet, but going on the 2017 model, the suspension was bone crunching at the start. Took about a month to settle and it was great after that. So for anyone that hasn't experienced it for yourself take it from me, take what is said about ride quality with a grain of salt, presumably this guy is driving a brand new ute
nice review
this is a good video thank you
Looks great and the power upgrade sounds good, would be nice if it had Tyre pressure monitoring and trailer sway control to be equal to its rivals.
the refreshed front end on these new 2021 hilux's are so damn nice! The current front end styling is so weird, this looks way better!
when you did the fuel test were you driving in the city or off road
Looks awesome!!!!
Toyota hillux or mazda bt 50 is the best?
I had 2019 Hilux thank God I didn't take it off road sold it now going for this
So you bought one to go offroading? And didn't go offroading, and now you want to buy a newer one to go offroading?
Should go for wildtrak I did from Hilux to ranger in 2014 . Now got 2017 but thought to change something else and after all reviews on new dmax and new Hilux I'm staying with Aussie engineered ranger 👍
Alen Kaltak went from 2015 Hilux sr5 to end of year 2019 wildtrak holy so much better, I have had dpf issue and tail shaft thud with the hilux, constantly on DPF burn to which leads to smoke out of exhaust.
Get another pickup....avoid this facelifted rubbish literally no change in the interior same as the ride...comfort and interior design is just rubbish the interior is tight and with that suspension oh yes pure rubbish right there...
How does the front sensors going if you wish to have a bull bar?
would also like to see a 3 ton caravan towing assessment on this vehicle... liking the upgraded power
Glad to see the newer model has more power, torque, and better off road capabilities for everyone to drive around suburbia and buy the groceries. Just hoping they would put a snorkel on all models so we can look like we have driven through a 5 foot river
4:55 I keep stating how essential rear airvents are. I live in a hot climate and airvents only being plastered in the front is so dumbvas it creates two climate zones in the car as the rear is usually warmer due to poor air circulation.
Are the backseats still uncomfortable? They were terrible in the last 2018 HiLux I had the displeasure of riding in for an hour.
will South Africa get the same specs?
Big price increases heading into a massive recession. Good luck getting those to stick
Biggest problem will be Toyota keeping up with supply, plenty being sold here in CQ, got to see the inbound inventory list when buying mine. But don't let me stop you from couch surfing, instead of getting a good deal from the dealer.
@@HORTOJM oh yeah, going to be huge shortages..... get in quick !!
@@rw20000 Not shortages Ross, but some may have to wait for their desired preferences. Go educate yourself Ross.
looks like Ranger will out sell Hilux ....again
@@pablorages1241 looks like hilux resale value will out do ranger. Again.
Still driving a 2012 4x4 dual cab SR5 and never a problem but my only beef is that it’s a bit harsh in the suspension which is not good over a long distance. The extra punch from the motor should be good but I think it’s high time they did something resulting in a smoother ride. Having said that - just anyone try and take it from me!
Its rather disappointing i must say, in sa we in current gen didnt even get rear vents. why cant they have dual zone climate im expecting to see tri zone in bakkies soon. finishes arent all that great iether. making me lean more to the ranger side. how long will it take for us to catch up to things like the ram 1500 and the f150.
Dmax traction control when rear locker is engaged is my only question about it. Will this be a major effect off-road. Dmax looks much better
Not in low range mate just in high.
Is the the new toyota hilux more reliable and more durable than the ford ranger and nissan navara ? because I want to buy one of the three
The aero on that will be like the titanic
Nice work could u tell the same for my Channel Tunisia car ?
Finally waiting in the ph market
sept 9 will have TMP update.. will wait the price. Im waiting for conquest 2021 and daily im looking for english language review and gladly find today. haha
waiting?just wait for the price,that hilux has arrived in Philippine market.
I wonder if Toyota have resolved 1/ the blowpast of dust through the air cleaner that results in the engine shutting down to limp mode and 2/ the DPF system that continues to cause problems?
... and the gear box failures .... Toyota have been relying on their past reputation for sales
Quite a good review, and Nowhere near as bias as Carsales, who clearly has Ford putting money in their pockets. Reviews need to stop reviewing 4wds like they’re a sedan, they’re built for a purpose
Is there a 2021 Ranger XLT review? I'm in the market....
Makes me want to buy Isuzu Dmaz after watching this.
Its pretty funny that the analogue gauges are back in as a welcome change when you go back a few short years and the reviews of the Pajero having the same was said be dated. The wheel doth turn.
8.3l per 100km , 150kw and 500nm , and now auto has 3.5 ton towing
good review what is the GVM and GCM of this car
My pick would be an Extra Cab SR5 4x4 with manual transmission, and the upgraded power! Maybe the Rugged X would suit me? Why manufacturers think everyone wants autos is beyond me. If the trans wouldnt handle the extra power, I would definitely look elsewhere, maybe starting at Isuzu?
Looks great and works well as usual.
But those wheels are terrible!
What was Toyota thinking?
Not much has changed from my 2019 upgrade model although the extra power would be nice. Great review mate👍🏻😃
Love it but too bad that Indonesia didn’t get the 2.8l version. We only have the 2.4l with gimmicks here and there
Awesome.... 🤗🤗🤗
One thing keeping out of a Hilux was its lack of safety kit... How do you not offer blind spot monitoring or cross lane, traffic detection bug have other safety features?
At this moment, the L200 is perhaps the best choice in this category. Toyota needs to try harder in order to gain more sales
That's the problem, they don't have to try on any of their models because people are obsessed with them. It will be great to see Hilux knocked off it's perch with the new Dmax and Ranger (which unfortunately are just as expensive).
The Australian dream, Lease a HiLux, using cash from all the cash in hand jobs you've done as a tradie. The cash economy is KING
It’s all about the image so in other words smoke and mirrors
It's coming to india??
a 3rd facelift 😩 the *new* bt50 tho 💪🏾
The new bt50 and Isuzu looks sick!
Can this model pass the dreaded moose test?
Was hoping for reviews on acceleration and engine noise vis a vis the outgoing model given that power boost is the only real change added to 2021 hilux. Cosmetic changes are too small/minor to be noticed by most people and hence they dont make the new hilux look much different..
I drove the new one against a late 2019 SR5 on the day we tested it, and the acceleration was noticeably better. Just more linear and with a bit more mid-range urge. Noise? Not much difference.
Cheers
Matt
CarsGuide many thanks for the update..
The design upgrades are certainly an improvement over the model it replaces. Mat’s review on the ride still being firm without a load in the back still makes me think my Wildtrack and others in this class are a better ride unladen than the Toyota which in my case (and I’m sure for many other new generation Ute owners) is most of the time.
As with all new Toyota’s the recent price hikes are a bit harsh especially with the SR5 + (not even a boot liner as standard!), so I wonder how long it will take Toyota to start doing drive away deals?
However overall I’m certain the new HILux will certainly ramp up the competition in the Ute market.
Yep, Phil, you're bang on about Ranger being the benchmark for ride comfort unladen, up there alongside Amarok.
Cheers
Matt
reliability resale and after sales support is the most important than comfort and tech...best seller for a reason...
When will Toyota ever understand that people like nice wheels, and theirs are anything but. Such a simple area of improvement that they've never figured out, on nearly all of their vehicles.
DPF???
Just wait for the new ranger wildtrek!
Wish could get the HiLux in the States.
Why is the new hilux cheaper in NZ? For what I could work out via NZ media 54k drive away SR5 auto in NZ and 63k here, list price for both. Even if I mis read the NZ price and it is 54k plus on road that’s still 5k cheaper. Australia we are being taken for a ride yet again.
I hope it can keep its lead.
Ranger outsold Hilux
For gods sake stick a Lexis V8 in one its gotta be soooo easy or bring back the petrol V6 or will be purchasing the new Ford petrol V8 due out soon?
But have they fixed the DPF and dusting problems?
Good question. We're working on a story and will come back to you with Toyota's local response soon.
Cheers
Matt
They would be a fool to not fix it with this update.
Yes the older one has the updated dpf kit and has fixed there issues so this will have that as well.
They updated the dpf by fitting it behind the turbo instead of it being in front catalytic converter.... just like the DPD unit on the 4JJ engine on the Isuzu D-Max
New engine block, head gasket, head, turbocharger, 100amp alternator, DPF system and clearly a reduction from real world Fuel Economy of 9.5l/100km to 8.3l/100km that Matt has tested. Id say they listened to the complaints as a mid life facelift for Hilux in previous generations has been purely cosmetic
Diff lock, up a step hill you reckon? 😂
I’ll wait for the 24/7 4x4 to do their video.
Yeah not sure folks are gonna spend $60k plus to trash it like 24/7 do
What're the figures of the manual ver of the 2.8?
150kw 450nm i believe.
Hi Dawn - so you're the manual buyer they're telling us about?! Well, you still get 150kW of power, but 420Nm of torque.
Thanks
Matt
Oh I see. Same power but a big drop on torque eh. I think an ecu remap might be useful. Thanks tho. (this is my daughter's account she doesn't know I use it)
prado 2021 please
1 litre to 12km? That is impressive
if you're driving Miss Daisy
I'll wait for the all new dmax
You're going to be wanting to come back to the channel in the next couple of days, then... ;)
Cheers
Matt
So will I. Look forward to your update Matt.
Same
Or the BT50, It looks pretty sweet this time
Yeah the Isuzu Dmax V-Cross
I'd go for the rugged x with a manual trans
Compare to Toyota tundra/Tacoma in the NA market the exterior of the Australian version looks old
I’d love to buy a Hilux one day
You only need one kidney
@@xr8em_554 it’s not that dear
Haha when this come out. Ill just buy 2021 oem headlights and put it on my 2016 hilux same with the new infotainment system. And im already satisfied. Hahah. Swapping stuff here is common on hilux. This is gonna be good. No need to buy new truck. I have a chip on it also so i can achieve that 150kw and 500nm rating.
What do you get for the extra 10k for the plus model..
An extra inch
less features than a Ford Ranger
When are they going to put disc brakes on the back wheels? Front disc with rear drum went out in the 70's.
When its necessary to - maybe with more power and torque... or a hybrid powertrain?
Cheers
Matt
Do research, drum breaks are better park breaks under load and front disks are safer for hard breaking, thats why ALL utes/bakkies/trucks come with them
I don’t feel so bad about my Dmax having drums on the back now.
Rear drum brakes are better than disc Moto head
@@carsguide just admit that the all new dmax takes the cake haha. A 10k + price increase for the Hilux which is literally missing 10k of features when compared with the dmax. Safety system and tech cannot compare to dmax. Happy I locked in my dmax all terrain for $58,990. Hard to beat.
Awaken Your Unbreakable!!!
I think the 2021 Isuzu d'max is more modern and just better in general than the hilux
Now after seeing the old 90s Hilux durability tests made by whistling diesel and top gear showing just how bullet proof it is.... This new version better be as good and they better sell it in the US...
Terrormobil just get more terrifying
Looks like a be mini Tundra from the earliest model
Sorry guys, going to stick with my 1998 Toyota Hilux 4x4 SR5..It's still going great. Power steering and air con is all the luxury i need..
For more techy features and design plus the riding comfort and engine reliability my vote always goes to d-max 😕
I've got 11 of the new dmax's and they suck, turbo issues, air con issues, injector controller issues and oil pick up something something issues. so dissappointed becuase they should be the most reliable of all the little utes. The worst is a 2017 that has just cracked 80k kms, but has had 2 turbos replaced, oil pick up something something and now DPF to be replaced.
@@rigged100 your talking blah blah making issues of the d-max you got 11 d-max? and dont know how to maintain the engine?
@@rigged100 😅 'oil pickup issues something', show me a single forum showing this is a common dmax issue.. ironically the Hilux is the only ute famous for oil pickup and dpf issues (lawsuits) 🤦♂️😅
Yessss, I needs one badly!! They look awesome, and great to see they've finally updated it.
Mick, Riverina NSW y'all
Adriane Cantil i have about 140-150 vehicles in my business, i pay people to look after them. Satellite tracked, they send alerts when due for service and are sent to the dealers,. I dont care to look into the details anymore than i know the now old model dmax are a POS in my eyes. The hilux are over priced, but they have been reliable for us, save for the stupid DPF. Going to try new rangers and new dmax tho, to compare.
Nice, but unfortunately I can not see how they justify the massive price increase.
they are living off an out of date 10 year old reputation ... toyota needs to redesign Hilux from the ground up
@@pablorages1241 why it is so expensive. New pick up prices are getting higher
@@pablorages1241 They don't need to try because Aussies can't help themselves and keep buying this thing, Toyota rests on it's laurels in all their models.
@@timfudy3147 I test drove the Hilux and was really disappointed ... it doesn't come close to some of the other cab utes on the market ... but it's the most expensive
@@pablorages1241 I was quoted $46,000 for the top of the range Triton and as a comparison $64,000 for the Wildtrak as lease vehicles. For the life of me I cannot justify that price difference when the Triton is not really that far behind the Ranger in anyway.
So many little things missing compared to the rest. But Toyota know their buyers aren't the sharpest tools in the shed.
Ironically, In Malaysia the new Hilux price slightly lower than Ranger 2.0 Wildtrax..
how about the ride compare to previous?
Slightly better than the previous one but not closed to the best in class
@@ryanabella4305 what ute best in class ride?
@@MBaDog-hn6ot they usually say the Ford is the best.
@@MBaDog-hn6ot best in class by our judgment is the Ford Ranger and VW Amarok for unladen ride comfort. It's close among the others, and newcomers always seem to see improvements... more on that in a couple of days!
Cheers
Matt
Being assembled on Thailand or Indonesia is a very Capital Sin of Toyota, it should be made in Aichi Japan or Tahara plant
Toyota : How about massive price increase?
Wow! How come we don't have these variants in the Philippines?
Incoming kabayan. Just you wait!
.... new release
HiLux great vehicle - However here is a review of a Toyota Dealer ...... I recently went to purchase a Toyota Hilux at Bathurst Toyota. A day later I was informed that unfortunately my employment contract wasn't to be renewed due to the slow down in the economy as a result of the resent health pandemic. I was there therefore unable to proceed with the purchase. I told the dealer straight away via both phone and email that I would not be able to proceed with the purchase and that I would not in fact pass any finance check as I was now unemployed. Finance had not been arranged through Toyota finance nor had the vehicle been ordered. The dealer took 8 DAYS to get back to me and I was informed that they could keep my $2,000 deposit as I had "interim" finance through the dealer (a joke) In the end they kept $1000. They did say I would get this back if I purchased a vehicle from them but then I would have to go through "finance" again. I have spoken to Toyota head office in Melbourne who were very helpful and did contact the dealer on my behalf however they were told the dealer intended to keep the deposit as i had a signed contract (and interim finance) and therefore could not help me. So in the mist of a pandemic, when people are losing there jobs and facing tough financial situations these people took 8 days to even return my call and decided that $1000 was more important to them (probably meant someone got there commission) than returning it and waiting for a future sales opportunity from me. The Hilux itself is a great vehicle however I would never ever purchase from Bathurst Toyota. There are more reputable dealers out there who put customers first.
So the point is you signed to borrow money for a car you can't afford and are complaining that you can't afford it? Sorry you lost your job but don't buy cars on credit.
Toyota are smart. They know that whatever the price is, people will still buy it and then justify it by saying that if you don’t buy a hilux you’re an idiot. And that just repeats itself over and over for the rest of time.
Nice update on the Hilux. Still waiting D-Max to be compare with. 1.9 litre produce 150hp by D Max. 2.8 litre produce 200hp by Hilux. Let’s see
We don't get the 1.9 D-Max here, instead we have a 3.0L four-cylinder with 140kW (190-ish HP)/450Nm. Check back Friday to see what we think!
Cheers
Matt
CarsGuide My bad, Malaysia has 1.9, 2.5 and 3.0. But we still under second Gen D Max. Hilux we have 2.4 and 2.8. Spec is differ if compare, our spec normally lower.
@@carsguide great review😊. Shame we dont get the 3.0l Dmax here in northern most part of Europe. I have a 2018 Dmax Arctic Truck AT 35 1.9, but I had a remap done, so now it puts out 200HP and 440nm of torque, goes really well👍
@@bikerman6907 OOOOOH we would love an Arctic Truck!!
Cheers
@@carsguide yeah Arctic Truck is cool😀. Looking forward to your all new Isuzu Dmax review! Cheers
I'm a Hilux fan mainly for the resale, reliability and after sales reputation.. which I've put before ride features an comfort.. the new Hilux now has the tech an power which it will continue to dominate sales.. the new grill is a bit ranger like for my liking
that reputation died a decade ago
pablo rages not sure any other brands have a better reputation in Australian light commercial 4wd's do they?
@@chrishardy6720 ... it's a decade old reputation ... I recently purchased a dual cab and drove every available one on the market except the chinese ones ... Toyota are WAY behind ... slower, noisier, smaller, less options and more expensive ... and the recent class actions over the DPF, dropping into lip home mode and gearboxes show Hilux is no longer as reliable as it once was ... toyotas reputation is well tarnished now ... they need to go back and design a new model ... it's two generations old compared to others on the market
pablo rages each to their own I'm just not ready to switch clubs yet! I do welcome healthy competition from other manufacturers and I do agree the Hilux isn't the fastest or quietest an the dpf issues some have experienced has offended a lot of people.. but offering a 10 yr dpf warranty backdated to 2015 is something I haven't heard of in the past. I guess the majority of private an companies still have faith in the reputation as the Hilux still out sells all vehicles in Australia an with the recent upgrades Toyota have probably done enough to keep it that way for sometime.
It's a beast. Awesome off road.
Ride is firm, but heah, it is a 4x4 ute
It's built to do a job, and it does it really well.
Is it me or are all these utes getting very expense ???
It's not you... they are getting expensive!
Toyotas always have been
Maybe if people stop buying them for a while the prices will magically come down.
@@timfudy3147 they would ... but they are so popular now the manufacturers can charge more
Looks like they saw the market charts and jacked up the price because utes and suvs are the most popular after sedans took a flogging.
2009 hi ace and an oxy torch and save 55k haaa
Man you would think Ford would sue them😊
Ford don't mind ... Ranger out sells Hilux
Barely anything new, I'll have to wait for the new MISTI/Nissan hybrid
If you actually listened mechanically its all new but visually an update
With the Nissan / Renualt / Mitsi tie up, it will be a french powered POS! like the Nav is now! The current 2.4L tritons are terrible, plauged with head issues. ive got 10 or 12 if them and the old ones were very basic, but reliable, the new ones are much nicer, but as reliable as a politicians promise. we use them for service vehicles, no towing, just lots of kms with 3/4 payload. have had 3 have head issues, 1 had entire motor replaced and the latest one has 15k kms on it and the engine light is on, we are not sure why yet. id stay away from them now days! neither are the vehicles they used to be.
Workmate
2021 Isuzu Dmax is way ahead of this competitors
I think the BT-50 will be interesting compared directly against the Dmax
@@asjeot I saw that the BT-50 is now using the D-max's engine
@@aarons5585 Basically its the same ute but with Mazda syling and (better?) interior
Dont watch this video then...
No way
👍
Hilux has been playing catch up since the PX Ranger.
not in the sales chart it hasnt! except when ford hold and push figures to boost it for a single month, Hilux eclipses them all! not sure why, as they are not better utes, just more popular.
yep
I think y’all are using car expert as the bench mark with these reviews now haha
Can see you’ve added a few similar parts in this review.
Too damned expensive. Have a look at the Toyota NZ web site. $58,990NZD for the new 2021 auto SR5 Drive away price including leather premium interior. Toyota Australia, exactly the same vehicle as at 10 Sept 20 is $69,423. That’s a 10.5k premium for the Aussies. Wow.....does anyone else think we are getting ripped off. I think Toyota Australia marketing team must be on drugs. Think it’s a DMax or Rangy for me.
Would take a top end Musso anyday.
I didn't know they still made them. Haven't seen one for years.
Ford ranger even in base form, is a bliss to drive,
sounds noisy in te cab under acceleration
This pickup is starting to give me a audi/tacoma vibes🤣🤣
All new dual cabs are trying to look like the ranger
chill
... because Ranger outsells Hilux now .... and the only reason they sell the amount they do is they hit fleet sales hard .... for personal sales the Ranger WAY out sells Hilux now
I might buy this year hilux. They better not release a All new hilux next year fo same price