Toyota's new HiLux GR Sport packs more of a punch than before. Is that enough to put it ahead of the Ranger on the drag strip?
Toyota HiLux vs Ford Ranger Comparison
Toyota HiLux
Ford Ranger
How they stack...
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CarExpert's Take
- Remains a solid all-rounder
- Off-road ability
- Strong aftermarket support
- Interior looks and feels old
- Six-month service intervals
- Updated model is right around the corner
- Superb V6 powertrain
- Great to drive
- Some great tech inclusions
- Expensive, and prices keep rising
- Back seat space a bit limited
- Tray roller cover eats into space
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Canopy (+$4,500)
- Prestige Paint (+$700)
- Tow Pack (+$1,900)
Colours Available
The following choice of colours is available across the Toyota Hilux range, although not all are available on all variants.
The WorkMate and SR are limited to Glacier white, Silver Sky, Graphite and Eclipse Black. The SR5 gains Crystal Pearl and Nebula Blue. While the Rogue and Rogue X gain Feverish Red, Saturn Blue and Oxide Bronze.
- Glacier White
- Crystal Pearl
- Silver Sky
- Graphite
- Eclipse Black
- Saturn Blue
- Nebula Blue
- Feverish Red
- Oxide Bronze
Not all exterior paint colours are available across the range
Ford is giving its gen-two Ranger and Ranger Raptor a handful of colours including some brilliant bright colours for the alter, including one exclusive to the flagship ute.
However, if you like 50 shades of grey – or, in this case, three – you’ll still have some options that’ll suit.
The colour palette comprises the following:
- Absolute Black
- Aluminium
- Arctic White
- Blue Lightning
- Meteor Grey
- Sedona Orange
- Luxe Yellow (Wildtrak only)
- Code Orange (Raptor only)
- Conquer Grey (Raptor only)
Comparison
Reviews
The Toyota HiLux is due for an update soon. We'd be waiting to see how the new model shapes up before signing for the SR5+ on test here.
Scott Collie
The Ford Ranger WIldtrak V6 could be the sweet spot for those who want a ute that does the ‘dual purpose’ thing better than anything else.
Matt Campbell
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Specs
Type | ||
DIESEL TURBO F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | BI TURBO CDI, TURBO CDI, TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
2393 - 2755 | 1996 - 2990 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.8L, 2.4L, 2.7L | 2.0L, 3.0L | |
Induction | ||
DIESEL TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | BI TURBO DIESEL 4, DIESEL TURBO V6, DIESEL TURBO 4, TWIN TURBO V6 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
110kW - 165kW | 125kW - 292kW | |
Power RPM | ||
3000 - 5200 | 3250 - 5650 | |
Torque | ||
245Nm - 550Nm | 405Nm - 600Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1400 - 4000 | 1750 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10.2 - 15.6 | 15.8 - 16.3 |