Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023 is ready to fight Ford Ranger Raptor

New Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023 It can be said that it is an interesting pickup model when each market has a different design. Accordingly, this model in the European markets, Japan, Thailand and South Africa will have its own design details, not “touching”.However, sample Toyota Hilux GR Sport pickup truck The new 2023 launched in the Australian market is the most impressive version and the closest rival of the Ford Ranger Raptor. Underneath the bonnet of the Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023 in the Australian market is the familiar 2.8L, turbocharged, 4-cylinder diesel engine block.However, this engine produces a maximum capacity of 224 horsepower and maximum torque of 550 Nm. This is the engine currently used for the Toyota Hilux GR Sport in the South African market. Compared to the regular version, the engine of Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023 is 10% more powerful.Accompanying the above engine is an automatic transmission that has been improved to be sportier. Matching the more powerful engine is a new brake system with disc brakes fitted to all 4 wheels. Brake discs have also been increased in size with a diameter of 338 mm at the front and 312 mm at the rear.And yet, the Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023 in the Australian market is also expanded by 140 mm at the front and 155 mm at the rear. The reason is because this pickup model is fitted with large-sized tires. Accompanied by a redesigned swingarm and reinforced rear axle.In addition, Toyota also added a single cylinder shock absorber with higher damping force and ability to dissipate heat, along with stiffer cylindrical springs, to this pickup model. These changes help reduce rollover angle, increase steering accuracy and improve vehicle stability.The remaining changes of the Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023 in the Australian market include all-terrain tires, a rescue hook and a stepping stone to prevent gravel and stones from scratching the car’s paint. The car will use 17-inch alloy wheels to match off-road tires.Inside the Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023 is the dominant black interior space. Of course, the car still has highlights such as metal sports pedals and red seat belts. Behind the steering wheel, there is also a sport gearshift paddle.Finally, the appearance of the “GR” logo is everywhere such as on the grille, red brake shackles, cargo door, inside the cargo box, headrests and steering wheel. Unfortunately, the current price of Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023 in the Australian market has not been announced.According to information from the dealer, in 2023, Toyota Hilux pickup trucks will be sold again in Vietnam. Previously, this model was discontinued in Vietnam from the beginning of 2022 because it did not meet Euro 5 emission standards. A source from the dealer said that Toyota Hilux will re-export in Vietnam in March this year.Initially, Toyota will bring back a batch of Hilux cars with 100 units of the 2.4 4×2 AT version priced at VND 852 million. Compared to the old version, Toyota Hilux 2.4 4×2 AT 2023 more expensive to 178 million, but with additional equipment. After the 2.4 4×2 AT version, the 2.4 4×2 MT and 2.4 4×4 MT versions will be brought to Vietnam for distribution.In addition, the Toyota Hilux 2023 in Vietnam also has a 2.8L diesel engine version and a sporty GR Sport. At the beginning of December last year, some sales consultants of dealers in the South region had started accepting deposits for Toyota Hilux 2023. At that time, the sales consultant revealed that the temporary selling price of this pickup model will range from 740 million to 1 billion.Video: Details of the new Toyota Hilux GR Sport 2023.

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