Toyota South Africa has announced a Dakar edition of its Hilux bakkie. See how much it costs here.
Toyota South Africa has introduced a Dakar version of its Hilux double-cab bakkie. Visually, it's different from lesser Hilux models thanks to a new front end, grille, side mirrors and door handles. Oh yes, and there are Dakar stickers too. Inside, the cabin features black trim and partial leather upholstery. The Dakar Edition gets satellite navigation as standard on top of the touchscreen audio system with built-in reverse-view camera and automatic climate control.
There are only two engine options available for the Toyota Hilux Dakar; the popular 2.8-litre GD-6 turbodiesel with 130 kW and 420/450 Nm, as well as the muscular 4.0-litre naturally-aspirated V6, which punches out peak outputs of 175 kW and 376 Nm. You can choose from the 4 colour finishes: Glacier White, Chromium Silver, Graphite Grey Metallic and outrageous Inferno Metallic, seen below.
Inferno Metallic Toyota Hilux Dakar edition. Now where have we seen a vibrant orange paint finish on a bakkie before?
Toyota Hilux Dakar Edition Price in South Africa
Hilux 2.8 GD-6 RB Dakar (130 kW / 420 Nm): R535 000
Hilux 2.8 GD-6 RB Dakar AT (130 kW / 450 Nm): R553 400
Hilux 2.8 GD-6 4×4 Dakar (130 kW / 420 Nm): R601 100
Hilux 2.8 GD-6 4×4 Dakar AT (130 kW / 450 Nm): R621 000
Hilux 4.0 V6 4×4 Dakar AT (175 kW / 376 Nm): R662 700
Further reading:
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Watch the new Toyota Hilux Dakar Edition TV Commercial
