1980 Toyota HiLux Reviews

Sitting at the top of the standard 2021 Toyota HiLux range is the SR5 - and the SR5+, too.The range has expanded for 2021, with new dual cab-chassis models added to sit alongside the dual cab ute and extra cab ute versions. SR5 models are strictly 4x4, and only available with the 2.8-litre four-cylinder engine with 150kW of power and torque rated at either 420Nm (manual) or 500Nm (auto). Towing capacity is rated at 750kg unbraked and 3500kg braked for all but the 4x2 dual cab SR5 Hi-Rider. Fuel use is claimed at between 7.9L and 8.1L per 100km. Payload is rated at between 995kg and 1105kg depending on the derivative.Here’s a rundown of the SR5 and SR5+ models in terms of body style, drivetrain and pricing.The SR5 variants add LED headlights, two-tone 18-inch alloy wheels, a sports bar (pick-ups only), model-specific tail-lights, satellite navigation, keyless entry with push-button start, digital radio and a leather-trimmed steering wheel and gear selector.The SR5+ version nets eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats and leather-accented upholstery over the SR5 for $2500 extra. SR5 HiLux still only has single-zone climate control, but you’re also getting carpet flooring here.The SR5, of course, also gets the 8.0-inch media screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 4.2-inch driver info screen, auto headlights, and a safety technology list including auto emergency braking (AEB) that works at speeds 50km/h-180km/h, as well as pedestrian and cyclist detection (10km/h-80km/h), lane departure warning with lane keeping assist, speed sign recognition and warning, and adaptive cruise control on autos. Blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert remain unavailable on HiLux SR5 / SR5+, and the new cab-chassis models don’t get a reversing camera but it’s standard on pick-up models.All HiLux models have dual front, front side, driver’s knee and full-length curtain airbags, for a total of seven. Two ISOFIX outboard attachments and two loop-style top-tethers for baby seats are fitted to dual cabs. 

Toyota's HiLux rules the ute roost in Australia, but even though all the up-specced variants, such as Rogue, Rugged and Rugged X, get all the fame and glory, don't the basic work-and-play versions, such as the SR, deserve your attention? Well, it turns out they're already very popular and top-sellers, thanks very much.

The HiLux SR5 4x4 Double Cab looks ready for anything, but is it ready for family duties? We put this popular ute to the test to find out.

Market leader Toyota's flagship is the HiLux Rugged X, which is also a member of the $60K-plus club with a unique combination of specialised off-road hardware to justify its premium pricing.

I bet Toyota couldn't have predicted in its wildest dreams the HiLux's runaway success in Australia in the last few years.

The dual-cab ute market is huge, and this test is a big one, too. We've assembled the six most popular 4x4 utes to see which is the king of the class.The contenders include the big-selling Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger, as well as the Holden Colorado, Nissan Navara, Isuzu D-Max and Mitsubishi Triton.Which will win? Read on to find out!

All-Terrain tyres have it tough – they’re expected to be everything to everyone.

Australia has been waiting a whole decade for a new HiLux, but does the all-new model live up to the legend?

Who would have thought that the Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and Mitsubishi Triton would at times be battling for the top spot on the sales charts?But that's the case, and dual cab four-wheel drives are the flavour of choice for buyers. So we assembled the HiLux Rogue, Ranger XLT and Triton GLS Premium in order to see how they compare to help you find out where you should be spending your money.

If you're wanting a one tonne ute that offers the highest payload and/or load length, the single cab cab-chassis is usually the way to go.