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2004 Toyota HiLux
The new Toyota HiLux is a Pickup. Available in Australia from $18,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Workmate variant and topping out at $47,650 for the SR5.
There are 3 variants of the HiLux available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.7L multi-point injection (108kW/235Nm), 3L diesel indirect injection (71kW/200Nm), 3.4L multi-point injection (124kW/291Nm) and 3L turbo diesel indirect injection (85kW/315Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2003 HiLux is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
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Dimensions
4,785 mm
1,700 mm
1,605 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,785 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,700 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,548 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Toyota HiLux is the Workmate that starts from $18,990.
See all Toyota HiLux PricingThe most expensive Toyota HiLux is the SR5 that starts from $47,650.
See all Toyota HiLux PricingThe best towing capacity of a Toyota HiLux is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: Workmate, Base and SR5.
See all Toyota HiLux towing capacityThe largest Toyota HiLux is the SR5 which measures 1790mm wide, 4915mm in length and sits 1810mm tall.
The most powerful Toyota HiLux is the SR5 which has 124kW of power from its 3.4L Multi-Point Injection engine.
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The heaviest Toyota HiLux is the SR5 which weighs 2730 kg (kerb weight).
The Toyota HiLux may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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