Order books open this week for the 2024 Toyota Hilux range, led by the new GR Sport II.
With even more powerful looks and benefiting from a series of technical adjustments, the GR Sport II celebrates Hilux’s formidable heritage as one of the world’s best-respected and most capable pick-ups, a status reinforced by multiple victories in the gruelling Dakar Rally.
The new model has a double cab body and is powered by Hilux’s proven, 2.8-litre unit that delivers 201bhp/204 DIN hp105kW with 500Nm, driving through a six-speed automatic transmission. This is muscle enough for best-in-class towing 3,500kg and payload of 1,000kg.
This is the best-driving Hilux yet, on and off-road, thanks to the wider track, a raised ride height and improvements in handling characteristics, including a reduced roll angle and more precise steering response. There is less noise and vibration and suspension and brakes have also been revised.
The styling changes include red coil springs and coloured dampers – black at the front and red at the rear, plus black overfenders. There are also new 17-inch black alloy wheels which strike a contrast with red brake callipers. They contribute to the vehicle’s performance too, with a lightweight design that’s aerodynamically efficient. The specification includes an aero sport bar and a soft cover for the load area. The bodywork features both black badging and the GR Sport logo.
The GR Sport II further stands out with its black G-mesh upper and lower grilles, with the TOYOTA name spelled out in classic style. The black detailing theme continues with the side steps, mirrors, door handles, aero sport bar and rear bumper. A silver front under-run and distinctive GR Sport badging complete the look.
Prices start at £47,950 with first deliveries to buyers later this year.
