Toyota Hilux 2023 Price in Pakistan, Images, Reviews & Specs

These are trying times for Pakistan as the economic conditions are worsening, and the political landscape is unstable. In a time like this, when inflation is at its highest and car prices are increasing every day, it must be hard for consumers to buy new cars. However, recent sales figures reveal that the Toyota Hilux and Fortuner are beating the Suzuki Alto in popularity once again. According to the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA), the Toyota Hilux and Fortuner have outperformed the Suzuki Alto in terms of sales for the second consecutive month. In February, the Hilux and Fortuner sold a combined 2,007 units, while the Alto sold only 1,384 units. The Hilux and Fortuner are both known for their durability and versatility, making them ideal for Pakistani roads and terrain. The Hilux, in particular, is a popular choice for commercial purposes such as transportation and construction. The Fortuner, on the other hand, is a family-friendly SUV that can easily handle off-road adventures. Despite that, Fortuner’s baseline model costs Rs. 14,230,000, and the base variant of Hilux costs Rs. 12,969,000.  Meanwhile, the Suzuki Alto has long been a mainstay in the Pakistani car market due to its affordability and fuel efficiency. However, its sales have taken a hit in recent months.  The major reason behind this decrease in sales was supposed to be due to a hike in car prices and a decrease in purchasing power. But the figures reveal that the elite are still able to afford high-end vehicles no matter how expensive they get. Meanwhile, mid-range vehicles like Alto are usually bought by the middle class, who have lost their purchasing power in this inflation. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the car industry as a whole, with production and sales taking a hit. Despite this, the Toyota Hilux and Fortuner have managed to maintain their popularity among Pakistani consumers. This might also be because IMC has been able to maintain its production with minimum non-production days. It remains to be seen whether the Hilux and Fortuner will continue to outperform the Alto in the coming months.   What are your thoughts on this? Share with us in the comments below!

  If you are a Toyota fan, you surely have heard of the TRD/ Toyota Racing Development. TRD is actually an evolution of Toyota's motorsports division, founded as Toyota Sports Corner (TOSCO) in the 1960s. TRD package has been offered for off-roading for pickup trucks and SUVs. Meanwhile, the TRD name also appeared on some sedans like Corolla, Camry, and Avalon and basically was more of aesthetic updates to appear sportier and minor suspension upgrades. Recently, Toyota introduced a new division known as Toyota GR, which stands for Toyota Gazoo Racing. GR is responsible for high-end performance vehicles from the factory based on regular models. We can say GR is the same as M is to BMW and AMG to Mercedes. Toyota Hilux GR Sport Regarding mid-size pickup trucks, models from Toyota Hilux / Tacoma / Revo can't be left out. The reliability and durability are well known. The current 8th generation of the pickup arrived in 2015 and is offered in multiple global markets, including Pakistan. Depending on markets, the current model got some visual and minor technical upgrades under facelift again. Last year in January, Toyota announced a Hilux GR Sport version for Europe powered by the famous turbodiesel 1GD-FTV. The European model got some fancy sporty appearance package and minor suspension tweaks, but there was nothing as far as performance. The GR Sport version was also released in Thailand and the Philippines last year, but again it carried visual updates inside and out. GR Sport in Australia Now Toyota has released HILUX GR SPORT for the Australian market. The model is developed by Toyota Australian 4WD vehicle division with the technical expertise of engineers from Latin America, Thailand, and Japan. Unlike the GR SPORT model from other markets already available in Europe, Thailand, Philippines, the Australian model gets extensive technical and performance upgrades besides the exterior and interior makeover. Toyota Hilux GR Sport Exterior As per Toyota, the model gets a Dakar rally-inspired sport exterior. A redesigned front bumper with a blacked-out grill with TOYOTA lettering and a newly designed aluminum skid plate gives the front a more aggressive & masculine look. The model gets blacked-out side view mirrors, door handles, and new 17" alloy wheels & rock rails. The emblems are blacked out on the rear, and there are red recovery points. The bed gets a black satin liner with GR scripted on it. As Per Toyota, the modified exterior panels have been developed and tested in wind tunnels for aerodynamic efficiency. [gallery columns="6" size="publisher-lg" bgs_gallery_type="slider" ids="171613,171617,171619,171621,171623,171625"] Well, the most noticeable is the new satin black fender extensions, which are much wider than any other GR SPORT version outside Australia, and there is a reason for that. The Australia model has a wider track on the front and rear than any other Hilux model. The front is widened by 5.5" while the back is by 6.1" comparing the standard model.  Suspension Additionally, the entire suspension system has been updated with monotube shock absorbers with higher damping force and heat dissipation. There are new stiffer coils, while the front-to-rear suspension balance has also been revised with the recalibration of the steering system. These upgrades will result in more agile and improved driving dynamics on and off the road without compromising ride comfort. Interior On the interior, nothing much is different besides GR logos pasted on the seat headrests & steering wheel. There are red seat belts while leather and suede combination seats. Rest the interior is similar to any other Hilux with a similar dashboard, gauge cluster, and infotainment screens. This version of Hilux GR SPORT will be exclusively offered in the Australian market as of now. This will be the flagship version of the current generation Hilux, while the lifecycle of the current model will possibly wrap up by the end of this year/2023. [gallery size="publisher-lg" bgs_gallery_type="slider" ids="171631,171629,171627"]   Toyota Hilux GR Sport Power Under the hood, the GR Sport gets the same Turbodiesel 1GD-FTV available in other markets, but the fuel injection and turbo system are revised. This increases power to 221hp @3000 while torque jumps to [email protected] This is an increase of approx. 20hp and 50nm. These engine performance figures make this version of Hilux, the most powerful diesel model from the factory. As per Toyota, the retuning of the transmission and suspension engine provides an overall improvement in handling & acceleration.  

To celebrate 60 years of Toyota in Thailand, Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda introduced two new concept vehicles - The HiLux Revo BEV and its smaller version, IMV 0. The car concept and prototype were unveiled by the CEO and he further announced that both the concepts will go into production next year. The EV market is going strong globally and Toyota has faced criticism for not producing any green options. While the rest of the world is switching to EV, Toyota has still been conservative about coming up with environmentally friendly options. It is a smart move by Toyota to produce a green version of one of its most popular and beloved vehicles around the world. The details about the Hilux EV are scarce. Toyota has revealed no information other than the names and pictures of these concepts. Therefore, it is hard to predict how these cars will be received by the market.  Toyota's Goal According to Toyota's CEO Akio Toyoda, the EV is “designed to support carbon neutrality and a better environment for all.” From the pictures, it can be seen that the concept car is built on the existing internal combustion Hilux base. The front grille looks futuristic with a closed, minimal design. A charging port can also be seen on the front three-quarter panel of the car. There are no details available regarding the battery power or other key features of the vehicles. So, it isn't easy to estimate which market segment Toyota is targeting and what other vehicles it is planning to compete with. What do you think of this concept by Toyota? Share your thoughts in the comments section.