Any Hilux Owners

[Martin_M]

Going from a BMW M135i to a Toyota Hilux might not seem like the most natural of changes but I'm very sporadic with cars and really fancy trying something rugged next!

I saw a Hilux up close the other day and it looks massive compared to the trucks from Ford and Nissan etc. Just wondered if anyone has one and could share their experience?

I probably won't change for another year yet but when I do, it'll be the 3.0 Invincible (auto, leather and sat nav). The only other option I'd like is the canopy.

Can't decide if I want to lease or not!

[Martin_M]

That'll be a definitive no then lol.

[GravelBen]

I don't own one but drive a 2007 model at work - its a good truck, I'd say its significantly smaller than the Ford Ranger and similar to the Nissan Navara (if we get the same models you do). Definitely bigger than a 90s Hilux though.

[Martin_M]

Hi Ben, thanks for that. The Hilux is definitely bigger than the Nissan in the UK but I'm not sure about the Ford.

From looking on-line, I think the Hilux is subject to a major interior and exterior transformation next year.

[GravelBen]

Just had a look on UK websites and it looks like you have the same models we do, dimension as follows:

Hilux: 5260mm L x 1835mm W x 1860mm H, kerb weight ~1900kg
Navara: 5296mm L x 1848mm W x 1795mm H, kerb weight ~2000kg
Ranger: 5359mm L x 1850mm W x 1845mm H, kerb weight ~2100kg

So the Nissan is a bit lower in the roofline, but in every other external dimension the Hilux is smallest. The Ranger is closer to the others in size than I thought, they look much bigger on the road. Looks can be deceiving!

I think you're right about an upcoming Hilux facelift, depending on priorities you might want to wait for it, or grab a good deal on the current model when they're trying to get rid of them.

They're much more car-like to drive than utes used to be, but you're always still aware of what they are. To be honest unless you want/need the offroad capacity and separate load space then there are better options than a ute for most people.

Edited by GravelBen on Tuesday 6th May 06:15

[Martin_M]

Thanks for the info Ben - I was convinced the Hilux was bigger - I think the added height (which really appeals to me) must have swayed me!

I reckon that when the time comes I'll need to have a good look at all of the options. I actually quite like the look of the Isuzu D-Max but the lease deals seem quite expensive. Won't be changing cars for another year or so I reckon but I like to start early! lol