Here's EXACTLY How The Toyota Hilux And Tacoma Are Different! Dude, I Love My Ride @Home Edition
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( www.TFLtruck.com ) You may recognize the Toyota Tacoma if you live in the U.S., but that's not the truck the rest of the world would recognize. Instead, everyone else gets the Toyota Hilux. It's still a pickup, but how exactly is the global Hilux different from the Tacoma we can buy here? Fortunately, we have a viewer from Malaysia who explains how the Hilux is different.
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Here in the USA people don't realize that Toyota rules the rest of the world’s truck market.
Toyota trucks sold more millions than FSeries Globally
The US aftermarket industry would do a lot of money if they start doing parts for Hilux
If i have $50k and wanna buy a car i'd get a toyota truck not matter how ugly or bad reviews it has ✌
The truck market would be Volvo , Kenworth etc , the ute market would be a toss up between Isuzu , toyota .😎
Actually yeah you guys dont😂😂😂
Here in Peru and all over Southamerica we use the Hilux 95% for heavy work and 10% for family trips. Its a Diesel, 1 real Ton payload, and 99% of the Hilux are manual not automatic. There is no Crawl Control only 4H and 4L, rear diff lock is optionable.
Payload and towing is effectively the same between US and European/Australian trucks (and cars).
US trucks are rated much lower for safety and braking considerations, bc people drive much faster on US highways and roads, while towing and hauling- or in general.
Same vehicles, but rated differently for different road conditions in the name of safety and capability
Here in the Philippines, it is one of the most reliable pickups that people get when they are loading heavy stuff. The hilux is mainly a work truck, in my experience it has the stiffest ride I have ever rode on both the 2014 model and the 2018 model comparing it to the others. People really get a hilux to use it for work and not for leisure.
Well get a Tacoma
For leisure or looks, people in the Philippines would go for the Ford Ranger. For work, they'd usually get an Isuzu D-max or Hilux.
@@kylepongos4532 i see many people in the country use it for leisure, too.
In Indonesia we use Suzuki carry or Mitsubishi Fuso colt diesel
Most people get the hilux for work because they last the longest with little maintenance.
The Hilux doesn't use cables to hold the tailgate up it uses flat bar steel like on old trucks! That's cool!
Ye European trucks are classed as commercial vehicles and so they're more work ready with leaf springs and all sorts
In the US leaf springs are pretty much standard on pick-up trucks, not reserved for commercial vehicles.
Seems like the older flat bar steel would last a bit longer than the steel cables
@@Rickmon01 possibly, but steel cables are no slouch. Flexible, pretty durable and strong. The flat bars weakest point is probably the joints. Suspension bridges use steel cables and some of them have been around a very long time.
My 2015 Hilux has cables.
Put that engine and transmission in a Tacoma. I will be the first customer to buy it.
It would be one seriously ling line!👍
jaco erasmus there is a company in the US who does that dieseltoys.com/
Pablo R Hodgson I have seen that , but look at the cost of doing that and then you have none of your electronics. Then try and smog it here in California.
No you won't. It has 160 horses, and you are going to complain it doesn't have enough power. Also, a diesel that averages 25/26 is a lot more expensive to run than a 4 cylinder midsize truck that makes 22/23 mpg on gas
The engine is rubbish , nothing but problems in Aus .
Hilux and the 76 series land cruiser are the most popular truck used by the mining and rough terrain companies across Africa
... and australia
I was in Trinidad earlier this year and the Hilux is SUPER popular. I went to the dealer to check it out and they are pretty sweet trucks. Love the turbo diesel. They also have a lot of ranger wildtraks and Nissan Frontiers with the updated body style.
Yep we do 🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹💯✌🏿
@@_SDC not really, trinidad is a right have drive country so not many left hand drive vehicles knocking around although there are a few older camaros, mustangs and other muscle cars
Only issue is the markup they put on them here. It's ridiculous
Hiluxs are king of the road for most developing countries.
They are king of north poles too
Rock View they are king everywhere.....
And non developed nations! I was surprised how popular they were in Madagascar, S. Africa, Columbia, Venezuela,
TRONA BORON It's called Colombia
King offroad in OZ.
Lovely truck. In Nigeria we get the 2.7L 4 cylinder petrol and 4.0L V6 Petrol (Same on the 4runner). There's also TRD styling available too.
The 2.7 Petrol is the best choice if you want an engine that lasts 1,000,000 km.
@@rightlanehog3151 You're right. That engine can go forever with proper maintenance.
A lot of friends here in Algeria, have a 2.5L D4D (102hp, 120hp and 144hp) or the 3.0LD4D (177hp) and I can tell you that some of them have more than 1,000,000 km with the stock engine, and another thing here in Algeria You got Sahara and to be honest only Toyota's are living there...
I'm from Costa Rica and we only have diesel options, I will like to have the 2.7, really reliable engine that with good gears could be the modern 2L or 4y equivalent. How is the 2.7 fuel consumption? Do you have some numbers? Thank you.
@@estebanamador7601 It gets about 22mpg combined but in Nigerian traffic (Lagos especially), I get 17 - 19mpg combined
Thank you for this great look at the Toyota Hi-Lux, which is probably not known in the USA. When we lived overseas, I had two Toyota Hi-Aces, a 12 Seater with a 1.6 L petrol engine and a 15 seater with a Diesel. Both were great and super reliable which was necessary in the long trips to the villages on the dirt roads. I knew several guys who drove the Hi-Luxes in the Highlands loaded with the locals squeezed in the beds. I drove a Landcruiser with an inline 6 cylinder 3L Diesel. It took me through some of the most harrowing adventures in the mountains and through rivers that were so flooded they submerged the bonnet/hood. Those Toyotas were tough and trustworthy cars!
The Hilux in Australia has different specs with Workmate, SR, SR5, Rogue, Rugged n Rugged X. Same interior with manual or automatic.
Yeah way more specs than the south east Asia models
i think thailand has the most specs
muhammadhaziq - reason is a factory in Thailand (2nd largest pickup market worldwide behind the US) makes most of the world's HiLuxes. Thai factories also make the Ranger, Colorado (both gens), Navara, Triton and most others...
@@syxepop they also have isuzu factories and they use isuzu the most for drag racing and for work
muhammadhaziq - you mean the Chevy Colorado?
Isuzu and GM has had relationships since the late 1960's one making the other's pickup or doing a single platform for both marques. In the last 2 generations one chassis made both trucks, Isuzu designing what became the OG Colorado / Canyon (still sold in some markets along with the last generation D-Max) and GM designing today's 2G Colorado / Canyon and today's D-Max.
Right now BOTH makers build the trucks on their own factories (both have Thai factories) with THEIR OWN ENGINES, INTERIORS and TUNING, but underneath they are BASICALLY THE SAME TRUCK.
I would love to see the return of smaller trucks here in the US, especially with compact crossovers being so popular!
QlisBbsa - most likely those COMPACT pickups will be of the unibody FWD-based variety. Check the soon-to-be-built Hyundai Santa Cruz and the rumors about a Focus / Escape-based Ford Courier.
Both would be smaller and quite a bit cheaper than a 2G Honda Ridgeline.
Outstanding video, Simon. Stay safe out there!
elnietodeanadelia thank you and you do the same 😄
@@ST-wi9eq , video is well done. Best wishes for U.S.
I LOVE the Hilux - I had two of them in my previous life in South Africa. I had a 2.7 gas and also the 4.0v6 gas which is the same engine we get here in the Forerunner. In my opinion the Hilux is a lot better than the Tacoma for working. It has higher payload and towing numbers than the Taco - almost comparable with the Tundra in that regard - especially payload. For the really hard jobs you need the Land Cruiser pickup of course.
The higher towing and payloads are only because other countries use different definitions, it's not that the truck in SA was more durable or sturdier.
You can see common passenger cars in Europe towing RVs and boats, but their USDM siblings are either rated very low, say 1500 pounds or not at all.
@@jasonw8124 That may be true, but trust me, both my trucks had over 150K miles when I bought them, and they were sturdy as the day they rolled off the factory floor. Also keep in mind, they lived in the 3rd world. Roads are not as cushy as here 😁. I fully believe that a Hilux will outlive a Taco given the same treatment. Tacos are soft in comparison.
r&d has been put in the Hilux for decades; Tacoma is relatively new. I do, however, love the look of the Tacoma.
@@jasonw8124 totally wrong definitions of got nothing to do with it Hilux is built to a different standard another words it is a totally different vehicle
Outside Australia, Asia and Africa the Land Cruiser Pickup is actually unknown
I really enjoyed riding in them while I was in elsavador every now and then I would drive around the base there. They ran very smooth and was very comfortable to me. I wish we got a diesel here in america for the tacoma.
i’m part from el salvador lol. but i rode in a 6 speed manual one turbo 4 cylinder diesel i loved it.
I’m Salvadoran too I rode in a Mitsubishi L200 while I was over there loved it
If you think a Hilux is comfortable you'd think a Ford Ranger to be a Rolls-Royce!
"The back seat, I guess is a bit tight, for Americans" 🤣🤣🤣 Lel
Jimmy Sandison we are fat that is true. 😆
@@jaymoar3561 facts
Sad but true 😏
I am american. I am eating chips while reading this lol
shiiiii it has more space than a colorado!!!!
exactly! no one is caressing their dashboard while going down the highway, great review he did
THAT CUPHOLDER , I ALMOST CAME IN MY SHORTS
for real holy shit its groundbreaking
Y'all don't have cupholders in your pickups?
Thanks Simon..I wish we in the US could get the 2.8 diesel in the Tacoma. I was just listening and smiling at Your truck purring at idle in your video.
Always love that purring on the Hilux diesel since the 90's when I was a kid in Nicaragua!! Thats their very characteristic engine sound!! I also remember they had two styles on the Hilux the lower ground one and much higher ground clearance like the one in the video!!, Bulletproof vehicles..
Toyota made a so much better than this shit** engine 2.7 the last one 3l turbo was wayyy better
There is LHD version of this truck. You can import it.
Toyota! Give the Tacoma a diesel. Great video
Toyota diesel pollute a lot they won't pass California test
toyota tacoma is petrol?...i have never seen a truck that is petrol.... we all use diesel here for trucks like the hilux
@@MrOner07 most of the trucks in Brazil are diesel, because it's cheaper than gas, and btw the gasoline has 27% of ethanol, so gas trucks have horrible gas mileage
@@MrOner07 only recently, about 5 years ago, North America started getting diesels in our 1/2 tons, and only chevy/GMC offer a diesel in a midsize. And Ford only offers them in the higher trim models, which no construction or actual working truck person would buy... majority of trucks are petrol, more diesels in the 3/4 tons and up. Toyota doesn't offer diesel, period.
I've owned two Hilux's over the years. My latest truck is a Toyota 1994 Toyota 4 x 4 I purchased 25 years ago. I never liked the look of the Tacoma. The Hilux is awesome with a single cab and standard shift. Great video and thanks for sharing.
Just got my 2020 Tacoma TRD sport last week, loving it!! Thigh is a beautiful truck.
If Simon isn’t a native speaker his English is impeccable
Simon has spent some time in Canada. That’s a Canadian accent.
@@silverstacker8282 Being CanadianI could not tell he had an accent
Daniel Maybee hahaha actually I'm originally from Virginia but just living out here and I've lost some of that American accent so maybe that's why I sound Canadian? 😂
I prefer the look of the Tacoma's but respect to the Hilux.
@@silverstacker8282 English is the second language of Malaysia because it was a former colony of the U.K. but yea he speaks like if he's from Canada or the U.S.
Finalllly someone does this!
I visited a Toyota dealership in Mexico, the Taco was the same price as the US ones, the Hilux was in the low 20k range. I want a Land Cruiser
Damn. Mexico gets the Tacoma and Hilux?
Ash Ketchup What hurts is you can’t go down and bring one up legally, because of emissions and safety laws
Ash Ketchup
Yes
A friend bought one for $19k in Mexico, Hilux 2.7 MT 4 door
Rey Perez How does he like it?
I REALLY wish Toyota would still offer a SIMPLE, PLAIN, BASIC version of the Tacoma like this in the US!
They need to offer a basic cheap 2 door manual 4x4 version.
That cup holder is absolutely legendary. I don't know why I like it, but I just do.
Jaco Erasmus is absolutely correct - put that engine in a Tacoma and yes I would buy it yesterday.
I drive one of those. I truly love the sound of GD engines, the sound is soo refined compared to the previous KD engines.
The Tacoma just looks so much better imo but love the different diesel options overseas
I think the Hilux looks horrible and bloated. It has the same shape as the Ford Ranger or Chevy Colorado with its sloped windshield and hood. I'm glad we have the Tacoma in North America which still looks like a simple and rugged pickup from the 70's and 80's. It's obviously not as boxy, but it still has straight lines and clearly distinguishable engine compartment, cab and bed instead of the swooping "modern" lines of the Hilux.
@@omisan771 I mean I'd rather have a deisel over the petrol junk in a truck, the hilux has 370lb ft compared to the tacomas wimpy 265, meaning the hilux can 'tow 3.5 tonnes' compared to the tacos 3.08tone
Yeah if you strictly care about lots then Tacoma is better..everything else and especially truck stuff Hilux wins ez
@@dallasmellsop5488 lmao that's because you drive a lot slower, champ
You also have shitty hp ratings (201 lmao) and I wasn't aware 7700 towing capacity = 10,000 lb towing capacity.
the Hilux is an amazing truck ... they were absolutely everywhere in the Middle East & Asia ... extremely reliable and very high resale due to their desirability. Great work truck or everyday personal vehicle
Glad to know there’s nothing in Toyota’s immediate future that’s going to make me regret my ‘20 TRD ORP purchase.
I live in Costa Rica, here we have both: Tacoma and Hilux
Pros of the Hilux vs tacoma:
- Better mileage (Because of its diesel engine, up to 30mpg on highway)
- More torque than Tacoma (Therefore more towing and load capacity)
- Dual glove box and the upper box can keep cool to storage beverages.
Disadvantages of Hilux vs tacoma:
- Less HP so is slower
- No sunroof or wireless charger
- No heated seats
No heated seats or sunroof is a selling point making it a true pickup ute/truck and also means less stuff to break, I would get the Hilux just for that reason on top of the Toyota's bulletproof diesel paired to a 6 speed manual. It would be the perfect truck/ute
You live in Peru.. you doesn't need heat seat like winter area does
Sunroof in a truck?
If you need sunroof and heated seats you probably don’t really need a truck
I have the 2016 version of the Hilux being reviewed here with the older 3.0L diesel turbo intercooled engine. It is a tough little workhorse and fun to drive on and off road with IFS and a solid rear axle with leaf springs which might seem like primitive technology but it's a part of what makes these trucks so reliable. I always look forward to driving it. An excellent product.
I own a 2020 hilux and i love it!!!
I love my 2015 Toyota Hilux, here in Barbados its the best selling pickup, mine came with the 5 speed auto 3.0L
In Australia, the Hilux' diesel is junk. Actually, all modern diesel engines are junk thanks to emissions regulation, but it's important to note because so many people think a Toyota diesel would be indestructible. Far from it...
It probably is not the motor, but all the emissions crap that kills it.
I'm from Costa Rica, most of the problems come from injector failures, actually the owners has to manage this like a maintenance.
@@kb9oak749 I mean, regardless, it's wrong to assume that just because it's a Toyota or a diesel, it won't have problems.
@@estebanamador7601 Fuel quality is also a major issue in many countries.
@@CuzRepo yeah, but not in my country. We have ULSD imported from the US and we have too strict quality controls, including audits of quality and quantity in gas stations. I know other common rail cars and they don't have problems as soon as Toyota (except if they are driven only in city, but most of them just need a injector cleaning).
The short of it is the Tacoma is a lifestyle vehicle and the Hilux more of a work truck with some fancy options if you want. I think most Hiluxes can take one metric tonne in the tray so from one platform they have many body style variants, tray options and 2x4 and 4x4. From Toyota's perspective I imagine if they sold a Tacoma elsewhere in the world it would be one less Hilux sold and if Hilux went to the USA one less tacoma so the market may not lift.
No way in hell are americans going to use a midsize 4liter truck as a work truck .
@@culio544 No, because you guys get better choices the rest of the world misses out on. Like the full F series etc.
@@culio544 I would, if the option was a Hilux. I work outside on unpaved roads, and the work I do doesn’t demand a large load capacity. The options in the US for me that make the most sense are a Ranger, Tacoma, four door Wrangler, or 4Runner. I would add the FJ if Toyota still made them, or the Bronco if Ford hadn’t added all the electronic dodadery to even the base model.
In Mexico you can buy wherever you Wants, I saw a lot of in California and Arizona too.
Aesthetically I prefer the Tacoma.
and yet functionality wise i prefer the hilux. Cept the sliding back window.
I don't like how the Tacoma looks, but looks are subjective.
Same
@@HAHA.GoodMeme Sliding window is available in most other markets
This is not the ultimate version of the Tacoma, there is a Hilux TRD with the 1GR-FE and “luxuries”
I am an American living in the Philippines. The truck is sold here as well. Also available with a very nice 6-speed manual. What he said about the backseat is absolutely true. I also dislike the fact that the bed has nothing in it. Not even tiedown hooks. If you get the rear wheel drive truck you only get the 2.4 L engine. Wonderful vehicles, extremely reliable and durable. There's a reason Toyota sells so many of them. Also sold as a cab and chassis model.
@Luis Bolanos better for you
Luis Bolanos I test drove one and didn't like the very slow steering and the overly sensitive throttle response.
When I was working overseas my company car was the Toyota Hilux. I loved it so much i started looking into what it would take to import one.
Soooo..... can you import one???
Alexis Duarte if you’re willing to pay the import tax/tariffs
Im in Australia, and was realy looking forward to seeing how your Tecoma differs. Unfortunately, I found your video title missleading as the video was wholey anout the hilux. If was a giid video, but you mention nothing about how the Tecoma compares. Dissapointed the video did not live up to the title.
Would love to see a 50/50 comparison of both as i am interested in knowing if there are any accesories that can be interchanged.
Yeah, was really looking forward to a side by side comparison
While vacationing in Thailand I saw a ton of these. I have a 2018 Tacoma and I don't like the body lines of the Hilux it looks too soft but the facelift is way better than the previous Hilux. I wish we had that powertrain option for the Tacoma. Also saw a ton of Rangers and Ranger Raptors in Thailand those things look cool.
522SDHV - there is a 2018 diesel Tacoma for sale on Autotrader. It has the very rare Toyota diesel drivetrain available in the US.
@@ronaldsmith5375 Why are you pimping this in multiple comments? It isn't a factory truck, it is a swap. There are a couple companies that swap in the D4D on Tacomas, and it costs $20K+ to do it. Not at all comparable to a factory truck and huge cost increase (close to doubling the price, depending on what options on your Tacoma that you start with).
@@RecBuddha - I saw a few folks that appeared to think it was not possible to get a Toyota Diesel in the U.S. and only wanted to share that it is. I currently own a 2001 Toyota 4-Runner that is a conversion with a similar drivetrain, 1KD-FTV engine with the 6-speed, and it has been spectacular (dieseltoys.com/gallery-2/2001-4runner-d4d). Mine is legally registered in Fulton County Georgia which is basically downtown Atlanta. You are correct that there is not a price equivalency with a factory vehicle, but the quality of my installation is so good that Toyota mechanics can't believe it did not come from the factory. I would say though, beyond the price difference, the lack of a factory warranty is the other big pill to swallow which goes to your point- it is not equivalent with a factory vehicle. Mine is an older conversion and thus more appealing as the warranty had already expired.
I had always wondered the differences between the two trucks by Toyota. I’d love to see the diesel here in the states as well as Ford bringing their Raptor Ranger Diesel. This was a awesome video, really liked the truck, I’d love to see someone with a mini truck review, like my son said were everywhere in Japan.
It’s available in Mexico. Can’t we just order one or bring one ourselves one?
@@chippi3878 Gotta be 25 years old.
Doug DeMuro uploaded a Hilux video. He reviewed it in San Diego California
That engine sound cannot be described as anything other than a purr.
MultiPurposeReviewer ehhh I call it a diesel burble
My old 1989 4x4 (aka American Hilux) had a pull-out cup holder in pretty much that same spot. Brings back memories.
Yes the engine. That is what it is all about.
I’ve got a 2016 Hilux with the 2.4 diesel and can get 38mpg on long motorway drives. Still around 30mpg towing.
My dad lives in Honduras and owns two Toyota Hilux. I can tell you they are the best 4x4 trucks ever made. Bar none.
He can even mod the hilux topgear polar edition style and drive to northpole and back
Latin Label I want to buy one so bad in Honduras! I own a Hyundai bus. Maybe someone will trade? Lol
I have been in so many car community's I have to admit that Toyota lovers are so positive and supportive and that has been my observation.
Nice review. Fewer differences than I thought.
Is the Browning .30 Cal MG mount in the bed a factory option or installed by the dealer?
Lol no, by the people who are normally terrorists
Definitely a dealer special. Tho, it's worth it.
.50 BMG not .30
Wow very great video by simon everything was well explained and pointed out. Weird that other markets dont have TRD and off Road version. Cant wait for more of these videos.
09blackcobaltss thanks but forgot to mention that it comes with an Aisin 6-speed auto
I will take the American Tacoma with this diesel option motor
👍🏼
Perfect
30mpg !
What’s the HP / Torque ?
Thomas Williams - there is a 2018 diesel Tacoma for sale on Autotrader.
Ronald Smith post the link
Thomas Williams 175 hp 450 nm
@@mituljariwala9821 - if my conversions are right 170 hp (127KW) and 302 lb/ft torque (410NM) when stock, but the add says the programming has been bumped up a little.
@@mituljariwala9821 - www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=542505570&referrer=%2Fcars-for-sale%2Fsearchresults.xhtml%3FfuelTypeGroup%3DDSL%26listingTypes%3DUSED%26startYear%3D1981%26sortBy%3DderivedpriceDESC%26incremental%3Dall%26firstRecord%3D0%26marketExtension%3Dinclude%26endYear%3D2021%26makeCodeList%3DTOYOTA%26isNewSearch%3Dfalse&listingTypes=USED&startYear=1981&numRecords=25&firstRecord=0&endYear=2021&makeCodeList=TOYOTA&makeCode1=TOYOTA&modelCode1=TACOMA&clickType=listing
Drove a Hilux for 2 weeks in Central America and loved it
The Hilux-Diesel... awesome truck, and would for sure fill a North American niche. I have had a 1993 4-Runner 2.4 gas standard until 2012 and a 1997 4-Runner 3.8 gas auto 2010 until 2016. So doing some math in my head so 25 years total combined. Awesome vehicles. Thanks TFL.
Interesting seeing the difference in Hilux around the world. Here in South Africa we get the same 2.4 and 2.8 in GD6 format, Legend 50 and GR Edition. Which none of them have air con vents in the rear, they have a simple old style Key, although the GR and Legend 50 have push start. They dont have electric seats although im unsure if the GR and Legend 50 have. BUT we get the fortuner as you get in many other parts of the world, and the Fortuner has all the luxuries that the Hilux doesnt have. Interesting how they make so many different changes around the world even if they are small changes
That's a lot of torque, damn.
It's a simple practical truck. It's not over stylized and overdone so they can hike up the prices like they do in the states. I would get this in a heartbeat!
Honestly feel like it's better designed than the Tacoma lol
I had gen 3 Tacoma when i was in USA and now driving a gen 8 Hilux in Malaysia but i got to say, the new 2024 tacoma trd pro is the bomb! and you get more mod and aftermarket parts in US
I swear dead switches are there to remind you that there are better versions of your car.
No they put those so it'll be easier for you to add mods later if anybody decides to, like more lights, rc radios etc.
I like the rear seat hooks for drinks. Yes, drink with ice and straw, go in plastic bags. Bed, good for groceries.
Wish my Ram had them.
North America gets screwed. Would take a Lux over a taco all week and twice on Sunday. Lux is better built and suited for harsher conditions.
I own a 2018 Tacoma DC/OR premium package with fox shocks front and rear with reservoirs it has 1.5 inch lift in the front and 1 inch lift in the rear with TRD pro wheels wrapped with toyo AT’s , I have to say it has been my most favorite truck I have ever owned , absolutely love it 😍
I love my 2018 Tacoma off road, but I wish to have diesel engine... Gas engine fuel consumption is sucks
Your cost to operate a gasoline engine is much cheaper than a diesel.
Right now my diesel motor needs a new egr vale, egr cooler, a new turbo, a dew dpf filter and injector sleeves.
All told it will cost about 20,000.00 to 24,000.00 US Dollars for the job.
The price of diesel and DEF fluids combine is more than three times the price of gas.
@@dararitchao8367 its depends on engine quality and mileage... A lot of my friends from Ukraine and Russia drive old Toyota Land Cruiser 200, with diesel engine... Over 300 000 Km, and nothing wrong with engine...
@@armyca I agree with your assessment. However in order to comply with Federal Regulation in the USA, emission equipment are needed on diesel engine. The problems that Ive experienced is not so much with the engine itself but the emission control equipment such EGR, EGR COOLER, DPF FILTER, AND DEF.
I appreciate you taking the time to reply.
@@dararitchao8367 yes, you're right. I didn't think about emission regulations.... In Europe nobody care about environment, unfortunately.
A lot of people in the US buy diesel trucks and then remove all the EGR/DEF kits off their trucks to kill the unreliability of these vehicles caused by emissions standards. Makes owning and maintaining one a lot cheaper over the long run.
Got the 2018 SR in Australia. I've only ever owned Hiluxes. Best car ever. Pulled apart the chassis, engine bay, etc really easy to see how simple and well designed everything is on these legendary Japanese trucks..
7:35 LMAO. My guy revs it to 1.2 rpm 😅
LOL IM DYING XD
These are extremely popular in Jamaica and we also get alot of Thai market imports with the higher trim Revo & Rocco
Been waiting for this! Thank you TFL!!!!
I saw these all over Panamá, they really need to sell these in the U.S. It’s a great vehicle, and narrower like the original pickups
Wow, Toyota Hilux 's exterior and interior look nicer than Toyota Tacoma.
Not it isn't. Tacoma is superior in every aspect
What I liked about the tacoma is the aggressive looking design, that's why I want it here in the Philippines.
Amazing video simon, the quality is tops. I couldn't believe it was done with an iphone and your English is amazing, as well as the pickup, but i would like to point out for those who have never been in this pickup or are planning to buy one just know that the back seats are horrendously uncomfortable and that's just an understatement, i climbed in one of them and 5minutes in my back was already paining so i had to put a pillow on my lower back for support, if you are a backseat passenger you are going to find the journey horrendous. And one other thing is this pickups are pron to accidents although they are stable at high speeds I wouldn't recommend doing a sudden turn, you will loose control very quickly, it's good that simon added spacers in his wheels to lower the center of gravity and give it more stability... But all in all they are amazing beautiful looking trucks with excellent mpg's , good reliability with a quiet and smooth cabin...
Among the 3 major makers offering their 4WDs here in Malaysia, the Hilux has the stiffest back suspension set up.
It was and still is primarily a work truck and the stiff back leaf spring suspension is not kind on the backseat passengers.
Add 2 to 300kg of weight to the rear and it feels like a different vehicle altogether.
Yah, but the problem with this new hilux is not the stiff suspension but the 90° back seat, back seat is too straight...! most pickups and even the previous generation hilux had a more reclined seat more than 90° which makes them more comfortable back seats... Sorry i didn't mention this...😇🙏🏼
@@lloydmwinga5628 u mean they managed to fit an even more upright seat at the back?
Hilux had traditionally the most ram rod back seat compared to the Mitsus or Fords.
Typical of Toyota I guess. Never do things halfway.
@theallseeingeye 💯👌 correct... Those backseats are atrocious 👎
I highly recommend a trip to central or South America to drive one where the driver side is on the left side
Why go so far ? They got them in Mexico too lol
@@chuyitochuyin5894 you are right my friend. I am Mexican so I seen them down there but the Hillux is not available in diesel. It's so cool how in the dealers their park next to the Tacoma & Tundra.
Very good review. I live in Mexico and we also have Hilux. Love that it has a diesel. My only complaint is that it looks third world, just like the ranger. In the states they have the 4 cyl Tacoma sr so, I doubt they'll bring it to the states.
How does third world look?
For us Non Americans, the Hilux and Ranger look better than their American equivalents
WTF Third world?!
I rented a Hilux in Thailand 2 years ago. That thing was amazing. If Toyota was able to just bring that powertrain here they’d make a killing.
That gutless Toyota motor is why I have a ranger.
Shout out from a fellow Malaysian viewer!
So sad. That is one of my dream vehicles. Sadly I can never one one in Chicago 😭😭
Jose Liera awe take the elevated train!
Can't you just import it?
TFL is my favorite UA-camr
Love how an optioned out hilux still has a bunch of blank switches
Blssm __ future proof
In new Zealand there's still way more higher spec ones, sr5 cruiser, rouge, ruggedx, mako
In South Africa, the Hilix has been the best selling vehicle for some years now. They are not the most comfartable or strongest or quickest double-cab but they are by far the most reliable
In Australia these things are everywhere, once the GR model comes out, the tacoma TRD won't compare.
The sporty version of Hilux is the Surf which is really sweet.
It will be have a second face lift next month and it looks even more attractive.
Nont55 the facelift coming up soon will be the third. Toyota product planners didn't expect the T6 Ford Ranger to take so much market share when they designed this gen Hilux back in 2013/2014, so now they are scrambling to make it look tougher.
The toyota hilux is the number one pick up truck in the mining industry in chile
Great adder to the home addition shows guys, love how y'all are finding ways to keep us all entertained and informed during these crazy times. HEY TOYOTA...IF YOU ARE LISTING...I CURRENTLY OWN A 2019 4RUNNER, MY 5TH ONE to date. Put the diesel in them...and add the Hilux to US lineup...I'll sign up today.
exactly put a diesel in the 4runner! the perfect overlander
Bill Waterhouse Toyota should also have a diesel opinion for Tundra, Sequoia, and Land Cruiser as well here in the US!
@@Tarantulaflytrap yes sir, 100% agree
Bill Waterhouse - I have a 2000 4-Runner with a 3.0L diesel out of a ‘05 HiLux. The 2000 4-Runner was the last year for the manual transmission, and the third Gen is still my favorite vintage. The diesel majorly woke my truck up compared to the gas 3.2L. With the Diesel engine I added a six speed manual transmission (also Toyota). I achieve 28-30 mpg on the highway with this combination and even got 17mpg towing a 1982 Isuzu Pup diesel from New Orleans to Atlanta. 4-Runners are great trucks. I wish you many miles on yours.
@@ronaldsmith5375 awesome...hoping one of these days Toyota will offer. Gotta ask, how did you get a hold of that engine?
Hi. Thank you for another great video. We also only get the Hilux in South Africa. The only issue I have with it is the stability. I guess that comes with being a truck. It's good for those who want to put it to hard work
what about a 94' celica?
Hey baby!
Awesome job Simon! Thanks for sharing.
Krist Walstad thx, sorry for sounding a bit monotone and slow.
@@ST-wi9eq No worries man!...& that's a nice lil pickup ya have there!👍
ST I didn't think that at all. Thanks again.
@@ST-wi9eq Nice G-shock too. Is that a Rangeman?
I would love that Engine in my 2019 Tacoma it is a shame we can,t get the Diesel here.
I would love that Tacoma design on my 2020 hilux it's a shame we also can't get the aggressive looking design here :
I always learn a lot from the TFL videos keep up the great content!!!
Is it me, or does this truck have an infinitely more modern interior than any of the Toyota trucks here in America?
Yes it's very modern and nice, we have them here in South America, it doesn't cost 35k here though. It's 47k
I don't understand how it is "infinitely more modern" than a Tacoma, which is what they are directly comparing it to. The looks are pretty similar (I'm sure many of the parts come from the same bins), and you can get many more "modern" options in a Tacoma if you want - dual zone climate, heated leather seats, CarPlay and Android Auto, sunroof, sliding rear window, a/c power in the bed, etc.
I'm in us, Simon you have a totally different beast there
You are not missing anything if don't have a Tacoma
I feel like if you gave this guy a nice Tacoma, it would be like giving us a fully loaded Mercedes S class. He is just happy to have a truck.
Darthen X always wanted a 4Runner ever since I was a kid and the first gen 4Runner with that removable roof at the back. We don't get 4Runner out here so this is the next best thing.
TFL should hire this guy.......he's a great presenter........
I would take the Hilux 2.8l diesel paired to a 6 speed manual, and completely bare boned. Halogen lights are a must
Leather is much easy to clean when you put your dirty ass working clothes on the seat. Also diff lock is a must. Apart from that I agree with you.
Had a 2015 3.0 DID 4x4 with 45,000km and at 100,000km the engine started to loose compression, injectors a power loss until at 125,000km was forced to invest a bunch of money to try to restore the lost performance and get rid of the tail pile black smoke.
I wish Simon would have told us what the payload capacity and towing ratings are.
Read his reply to Ohioguy's comment...😉
@@paulallison6689 Found it - thanks!
😭😭I want one! I miss when we actually had compact pickups not medium and gigantic. After TFL buys me a Hilux pickup for my Birthday, a Suzuki Jimny, or a Honda S660 for Christmas, then I will buy a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado for myself.