Toyota Hilux Extra Cab VIII (facelift 2017) Hi-Rider 2.8d (177 Hp) Automatic
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Toyota Hilux:
The Toyota Hilux , stylised as HiLux and historically as Hi-Lux, is a series of pickup trucks produced and marketed by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. The majority of these vehicles are sold as a pickup truck or cab chassis, although they could be configured in a variety of body styles.
The pickup truck was sold with the Hilux name in most markets, but in North America, the Hilux name was retired starting in the 1976 model year in favor of Pickup, and later as Truck in the 1984 model year. In North America, the popular option package, the SR5 , was colloquially used as a model name for the truck, even though the option package was also used on other Toyota models, like the 1972 to 1979 Corolla. In 1984, the Trekker, the wagon version of the Hilux, was renamed the 4Runner in Americas, Australia, and the Middle East, and the Hilux Surf in Japan. In 1992, Toyota introduced a newer pickup model, the mid-size T100 in North America, and the Grandlux in the Middle East, necessitating distinct names for each vehicle other than Truck. Since 1995, the 4Runner is a standalone SUV, while in the same year Toyota introduced the Tacoma to replace the Hilux in North America while the latter remains in the market in the rest of the world....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Extra Cab VIII (facelift 2017) Overview:
Toyota Hilux (Extra Cab VIII (facelift 2017)). With 450 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1910 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
A significant step up in power and torque, making it much more capable for highway cruising, heavier loads, and substantial towing. The automatic transmission is well-matched.
Fuel Economy
Respectable fuel economy for its power output, offering a good balance between performance and running costs for a powerful diesel pickup.
Best Use Case:
Highway driving, heavy towing, recreational use, and those requiring more grunt for demanding tasks.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary reliability and durability
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Strong towing and payload capacity
- • Excellent resale value
- • Robust build quality
Cons:
- • Ride can be firm, especially unladen
- • Interior plastics feel utilitarian compared to some rivals
- • Not the most refined on-road handling
- • Fuel economy can be high when heavily loaded or driven aggressively
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Extra Cab VIII (facelift 2020): June, 2020 - February, 2024).
| General: |
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Hilux |
| Generation: | Extra Cab VIII (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | Hi-Rider 2.8d (177 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | November, 2017 |
| End of production: | June, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 177 Hp @ 3400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.2 Hp/l [5mm more] |
| Torque: | 450 Nm @ 1600-2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1GD-FTV More details about the engine 1GD-FTV |
| Engine displacement: | 2755 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 103.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.6:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.2 kg/Nm, 235.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1910 |
| Max. weight: | 3000 |
| Max load: | 1090 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 5330 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1855 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1810 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3085 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1510 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 mm |
| Front overhang: | 1000 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 265/65 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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