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2010 Toyota Hilux

[ Sunday, December 26th, 2010 | by automotiveroom | under CAR, New Cars, Toyota ]

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has unveiled news about their up and coming Hilux pickup truck. The new car will boast a 2.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine with a 20 percent increase in power and torque for the 201 year.

Starting with 2.5D-4D four-cylinder diesel engine, thanks to the introduction of a new high-output turbocharger and new fuel injectors, output has been increased from 118 to 142bhp, while torque is up by 18Nm to a maximum 343Nm (253 lb-ft) at 2,000rpm

Those that want more power can opt for the range-topping 171HP 3.0-liter turbo diesel (3.0D-4D) unit that remains unchanged for 2010.

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These pick ups will be able to carry about 35 more than the previous models, while the inside will boast leather upholstery, satellite navigation and Bluetooth. Other extras include some guards for the under-carriage and parking-sensors.

For the UK market, Toyota has also revised the Hilux model range with the 3.0 D-4D engine now available only in the Invincible Double Cab.

Furthermore, leather upholstery and satellite navigation with Bluetooth are now options on the Invincible, while satellite navigation with Bluetooth is offered as an option on the HL3 Double Cab.

The first model for the upgraded Hilux will be the 2.5D-4D four-cylinder diesel unit which uses a high-output turbocharger with new fuel-injectors for a total of 142-hp with 343Nm of torque. These changes allow for a 0-100km/h time of 12.5 seconds with CO2 emissions set at 219g/km.