For years, pick ups in Turkey were commercial vehicles used by small tradesmen and SMEs.. Then came the year 2004. The famous actress Hülya Avşar, angry with the tax increase on luxury cars, sold her SUV and bought a pick-up, which was in the 4% tax bracket at that time.. When it comes to Hülya Avşar, the issue has come to Turkey’s agenda and pick ups, which are seen as tradesmen’s cars, suddenly become the new choice of luxury SUV users who do not want to pay too much tax.. Since then, cars in this segment are increasingly becoming SUVs.. Toyota Hilux, one of the oldest players in this segment, was renewed in 2016 and became an SUV again.
From Tuesday to Friday Toyota Hilux 2.8L D-4D 177PS 4×4 Hi-Cruiser 6A/T model (4X4 d2.8 liter diesel automatic version). I had the opportunity to explore many places in Istanbul by car. In this process, I tried to understand what kind of car the New Toyota Hilux was.. In addition to the technical information about the New Toyota Hilux, I will try to explain my test drive impressions and experiences, and the resulting 2017 model Toyota Hilux comments with the pros and cons .
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About Toyota Hilux
Toyota’s Hilux model is one of the oldest vehicles in the pick-up market. The car was first introduced to the market by the Japanese manufacturer in 1968.. It takes its name from the abbreviation of High Luxury.. It is impossible not to admire the foresight of the Japanese who see today from that period..
However, the account at home does not fit the market.. The vehicle is famous for its durability rather than luxury.. Neither let me. On Top Gear, Jeremy Clarkson did what he didn’t do to the car: he threw it into the sea, beat it with old cannonballs, threw a caravan over it, crashed into a tree.. He did it even more, but the 88 model Hilux continued on its way with a few dressings without any spare parts support.. Those who saw all this said, why shouldn’t this vehicle be a war machine?. The fact that it is the choice of many guerrillas in Africa is due to this name.
In fact, after the Toyota war in the war between Libya and Chad in 1987, the Libyan Army, which is much stronger and more equipped than the Chad Army itself, Toyota Hilux. and heavy defeats with Land Cruisers.. During the Gulf War, when you asked the Americans who would win the war, the answer you got was “The one with the most Toyotas wins”.
Toyota Hilux Exterior Design
Africa and Despite his reputation as a war machine in the Middle East, the Toyota Hilux wants to show that he can actually be an urban gentleman.. If you remember the last Toyota Hilux commercials, the story of a brother who cuts trees in the forest to have dinner with his wife was emphasizing this.. 8 for this. The generation Hilux is indeed designed to be much more handsome than any previous model.. The Keen Look “Keen Look” design approach, which we started to see in Toyota’s new models, shows itself in the automobile.. You have eyes for the rest, I guess I don’t need to tell you like you’re blind. After all, the exterior design changes according to the taste of the person.
Toyota Hilux Interior Design
When you get inside the vehicle, first of all, a very stylish multimedia screen draws your attention.. It is tried to give the feeling of an SUV inside the vehicle.. Lots of storage compartments inside. All very useful. The keys in the car are designed in such a way that the driver can use it easily without distracting him.. You don’t spend a lot of time learning how to do it.. The seating position of the rear seat occupants is somewhat uncomfortable on long roads.. When you sit down, your kneecap is positioned a little higher if you are not too short.
My Toyota Hilux Test Drive Impressions
There is a famous saying in Turkey, “Safety is a lifesaver… it happens”. As such, I don’t push the cars I test to their limits like Jeremy Clarkson.. Since I don’t trust my off-road driving experience, I summarize the impressions it leaves on me by making various trips mostly in and out of the city.. In this context, the traces that Hilux left on me are as follows:
- First of all, the interior of the car is almost as attractive as an SUV
- I think the multimedia screen inside adds a very premium atmosphere.. As soon as you enter the vehicle, your first eye catches it.
- It is a very comfortable car for the driver.. Especially in countries like Turkey where there is respect for the majestic automobile, a servant of God cannot attempt to harass you on the road.. They pass on your right or left with respect.
- The vehicle’s shock absorption is quite good.
- You can change many settings of the vehicle without taking your hand off the steering wheel, thanks to the on-board computer built into the dial of the car.
Cons that caught my eye
- Long road is not very comfortable for rear seaters.
- Off-road capability like every very high car, its city capability is a bit sacrificed. In deer tests (lane control) it feels like you can tilt the car easily. In addition, turning in narrow streets or parking garages can be a bit difficult for those who are not used to it.
- People are looking for a Google Auto and Apple Carplay feature on such a beautiful screen.. It would be very pleasant to use the navigation of the phone from this large screen while taking long journeys.
- 4X4 pickup trucks no longer have tax advantages.. Since they are off-road vehicles, the Hilux with a 2.8-liter engine also has an MTV of 6 thousand 19 TL.
What are the Alternatives of Toyota Hilux?
As the luxury pick-up market grows, so does the number of new brands.. Among other alternatives in this market, Nissan Navara, Volkswagen Amarok, Mitsubishi L200, Ford Ranger are the first ones that come to mind.. Toyota Hilux was the most preferred model in this market last year.. Achieving 29 percent of the market with a total sales volume of 5,645 units in 2016, Hilux has outpaced its closest rival by 2,2 units.
Toyota Hilux 4×4 Hi-Cruiser Technical Specifications and Fuel Consumption
Cylinder Displacement2755 ccMax Speed175 km/hHorsepower177 HPLength5330 mm Fuel TypeDieselWidth1855 mmAverage Urban Consumption10.9 ltHeight1815 mmAverage Urban Consumption 7.1 ltTyre Sizes265/60 R18Combined Fuel Consumption8.5 ltEmpty Weight2080 kgGear Type6 Speed AutomaticFuel Tank80 ltMax Torque450 NmAnnual Tax6.019 TL
New Toyota Hilux Price List (2017)
The price of the new Hilux starts from 80 thousand TL. However, the starting price for the 4X4 2.8 liter diesel automatic transmission version that I tested is 115 thousand 500 TL.
Toyota Hilux 4×4 Hi-Cruiser Test Drive Video
You can see the off-road capabilities of the Toyota Hilux 4×4 Hi-Cruiser much more closely in the most enjoyable test drive video I’ve watched about the car.
