Toyota Hilux Double Cab VII (facelift 2011) 3.0 D-4D (171 Hp) 4WD 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)
Double Cab VII (facelift 2011) Overview:
Toyota Hilux (Double Cab VII (facelift 2011)). With 360 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.9 l/100km). All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers strong performance for a pickup, with 171 Hp providing ample power for towing and highway cruising. The automatic transmission adds convenience, though with a slight performance penalty.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 8.6 l/100 km is reasonable for an automatic 4WD pickup of this size and capability, but it's the least economical option in the lineup.
Best Use Case:
Heavy-duty towing, long-distance highway driving, and those preferring the ease of an automatic transmission for both work and leisure.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary reliability and durability
- • Excellent off-road capability with 4WD system
- • Strong towing capacity across the range
- • Practical and spacious double cab interior
- • Good resale value
Cons:
- • Ride comfort can be firm due to leaf spring rear suspension
- • Fuel economy, especially on the 3.0 D-4D automatic, can be high
- • Euro NCAP safety rating of 3 stars is not class-leading
- • Interior materials are utilitarian rather than luxurious
- • Acceleration is modest, even with the larger engine
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Extra Cab VII (facelift 2008): 2009 - 2011).
| General: |
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Hilux |
| Generation: | Double Cab VII (facelift 2011) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 D-4D (171 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 171 Hp @ 3600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 57.3 Hp/l [5mm more] |
| Torque: | 360 Nm @ 1400-3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1KD-FTV More details about the engine 1KD-FTV |
| Engine displacement: | 2982 |
| 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: | 6.9 l |
| Coolant: | 10.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 103 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Space: |
| Max. weight: | 2730 |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 900 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 5260 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1835 mm mm [75mm more] |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm [55mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3085 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1540 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1540 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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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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| Tires size | 255/70 R15C |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 15 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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