Toyota Hilux Legend 55: What makes it a Legend? 

Toyota recently introduced the limited-edition Hilux Legend 55 in South Africa. Take a look at the key features that set the Toyota Hilux Legend 55 apart from the rest of the Hilux range. 

We recently had the opportunity to experience the Toyota Hilux Legend 55 in the metal at its launch in the Eastern Cape, but is there more to the Legend 55 than meets the eye? 

For the record, the performance of the Hilux Legend 55 remains unchanged with the limited-edition model using Toyota’s familiar 2.8-litre turbodiesel engine with 150 kW and 500 Nm. Note that the Hilux Legend 55 is only offered in Double Cab and Xtra Cab body styles and will only be available until 2026.

See specification details for the Toyota Hilux Legend 55 

So, what are some of the key features that differentiate the Hilux Legend 55 from the rest of the Hilux range? Let’s take a closer look! 

Toyota Hilux Legend 55: What makes it a Legend?

1. Badges and more badges

The Hilux Legend 55 would be incomplete without a smattering of badges. This limited-edition Hilux makes its presence known with Legend 55 badging seen on the tailgate, sports bar, front door belt line as well as on the headrests, scuff plates and heavy-duty floor mats. But that’s not all, a “55 Anniversary” badge is also seen on the transmission tunnel for a unique touch. 

2. Practical Protection 

The Hilux is known for its legendary off-road capability and to ensure that owners get the most from their off-road adventures, Toyota has fitted a steel bash plate to protect the Hilux’s sensitive bits as well as a lockable roller shutter to keep your belongings safe while travelling. Furthermore, a rubberised load bay and a detachable tow bar are also standard.  

3. Legendary Sound 

Every plaas jol is made better with the fitment of a 9-speaker JBL sound system that’s controlled via the standard 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system which also offers Androd Auto and Apple CarPlay functionality. 

4. Unique Colours Available 

The Toyota Hilux Legend 55 is offered with 2 unique body colours including Dark Green Mica Metallic and Sand Beige. If these colours don’t tickle your fancy, don’t fret, Toyota offers  8 other colours for you to choose from! Note that unique two-tone alloy wheels are also fitted. 

5. Accessible Price 

The Hilux Legend 55 is accessible across a broad price spectrum, starting from R728 300 Hilux Legend 55 2.8 GD-6 Xtra Cab AT and going up to R935 900 for the Hilux Legend 55 2.8 GD-6 4×4 Double Cab AT. 

The Hilux Legend 55 is sold with a 3-year/100 000km warranty and a 9-services/90 000km service plan. 

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