The TRD HiLux has returned, but this time as a mainly cosmetic package rather than sporting a modified engine like its predecessor. Starting with the SR5 4×4 dual-cab, the $58,990 drive-away TRD adds black 18-inch six-spoke alloys, a sports bar, mudflaps, a full towing kit, soft tonneau cover with bedliner, […]
Utes and pickups
Toyota HiLux Tonka concept revealed as hardcore off-roader
A full-size Toyota HiLux Tonka concept was revealed today, emulating the toy that has kick-started many youthful fascinations with trucks and cars; the Tonka Truck. Styled and developed right here in Australia, the Tonka Concept is a much beefier expression of the HiLux, with 325mm extra width and enormous 35-inch […]
Top 10 utes coming to Australia in 2017-2018
The ute is an Aussie institution, with the segment experiencing more renewal and activity over the last 12 months than any time in recent history. If you’re after the best ute, best pickup or best 4×4 dual-cab heading to our market in the not-too-distant future, look no further. Semi-autonomous safety […]
EXCLUSIVE: Toyota HiLux ‘Rugged’ off-road & ‘SRX’ luxury variants coming
Toyota Australia is rumoured to be planning two all-new variants of the beloved HiLux, PerformanceDrive has heard, tipped to include a ‘Rugged’ variant and a luxury-focused model potentially called the Platinum or the SRX. According to our sources, Toyota is looking to introduce two new variants to help fend off […]
Video: RC toy Toyota HiLuxs tow full-size HiLux to recreate ad
Toyota UK has recreated a publicity stunt from the 1980s by towing a new HiLux using 15 Tamiya HiLux Bruiser remote control cars that are 1:10 scale. The Tamiya RC cars produce 23.2Nm each from their small electric motors with reduction gears and weigh 3.2kg each. That’s 348Nm of total […]
Mercedes-Benz X-Class ute in Australia for promo, dealers briefed
The Mercedes-Benz X-Class ute is sure to shake up the segment when it lands in Australia next year. And to prepare, Mercedes-Benz Vans has shipped over a concept example for the first time. A concept was spotted on the back of a tilt-tray truck earlier this week, causing plenty of […]
2017 Mitsubishi Triton GLS Sports Edition now on sale in Australia
Mitsubishi Australia is jumping aboard the ‘black pack’ bandwagon, releasing the new Triton GLS Sports Edition. It’s based on the 4×4 dual-cab. Based on the GLS, which is second from the top in terms of variant hierarchy, the Sports Edition adds various black trimmings for the exterior for that fashionably […]
2017 Ford Ranger FX4 special edition now on sale in Australia
A new special edition Ford Ranger has been announced to spice up the Australian range, called the Ranger FX4. It adds a number of bespoke highlights and fashion-conscious accessories. Based on the Ranger PX Mk II XLT variant, the FX4 builds on the rugged-and-ready foundations of the popular dual-cab ute […]