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The only Ute ever to claim the title of Australia’s most popular vehicle doubles as a tradies workhorse and family transporter and has gone through six generations of updates and modifications worldwide.
First generation
The First generation Hilux, nicknamed RN10, was a short wheel base truck made between 1968 and 1971, and ran with a 1.5 litre engine. A long wheel base version became available in 1969 and a 1.6 litre engine was added in 1971.
Second generation
Halfway through 1972 the MY73 Hilux came out with a more comfortable interior and some updates to the exterior. From 1972-1978 a 1.6 litre engine was available and from 1977-1978 a two litre engine was also used.
In 1975 the Hilux went through a significant design change including a much more luxurious interior. It also gained a new 20R 2.2 litre engine, an optional five-speed manual and for the first time, an SR5 upscale package became available.
Third generation
The third generation Hilux was introduced as a 4WD for the first time. Automatic transmission makes its debut as well.
In America in 1981 Toyota made a move into the SUV market by going into business with Winnebago. Out of that partnership the Trekker(Winnebago) was born, and via research and development on the Trekker, the 4Runner – sold in Australia among other countries – was produced.
From 1981-1983 there was the choice of a 2.4 litre petrol and 2.2 litre diesel endine.
Fourth generation
There was an optional fuel injection engine in 1985 – the 22R-E – with a turbo charged option. A V6 engine was introduced in 1988.
Design-wise, the introduction of an Xtracab two-row extended cab option was the major change.
Fifth generation
A longer wheelbase and one piece box cargo walls were introduced as part of the 1988 redesign. A three litre V6 engine was also added. Progress was relatively slow through this period. The fifth generation went right through to 2005.
Sixth generation
The sixth generation Hilux – the one we see today – is bigger and more luxurious than previous editions and truly is a family car.
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