Engine & Performance

The Hilux Z relies on a highly durable, high-torque turbo-diesel engine designed for heavy-duty work and off-roading:

  • Engine Code: 2GD-FTV

  • Engine Type: 2.4-Liter Inline 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve DOHC VN Turbo Intercooler

  • Displacement: 2,393 cc

  • Maximum Power: 150 PS (110 kW) @ 3,400 rpm

  • Maximum Torque: 400 Nm (40.8 kg·m) @ 1,600–2,000 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed Super Intelligent Automatic (6 Super ECT) with Sequential Shiftmatic

Drivetrain & Suspension

Built on a tough ladder-frame chassis, the Z grade comes standard with part-time 4WD capability:

  • Drive System: Part-time 4WD (selectable dial for 2WD, 4WD High, and 4WD Low)

  • Front Suspension: Double wishbone independent suspension with coil springs and stabilizer bar

  • Rear Suspension: Leaf spring with shock absorbers (optimized for heavy hauling)

  • Brakes: Ventilated discs (front) / Leading-trailing drums (rear)

  • Tires & Wheels: 265/65R17 tires mounted on 17-inch dark gray metallic alloy wheels

Dimensions & Capacities

The Hilux Z has a commanding physical footprint designed to balance payload capacity with city maneuverability:

  • Overall Length: 5,340 mm

  • Overall Width: 1,855 mm

  • Overall Height: 1,800 mm

  • Wheelbase: 3,085 mm

  • Ground Clearance: 215 mm

  • Curb Weight: 2,100 kg

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 80 Liters

  • Seating Capacity: 5 people

Premium "Z" Features

Choosing the Z trim upgrades the cabin and safety suite far beyond a standard work truck:

  • Safety & Tech: Standard Toyota Safety Sense suite, including Pre-Crash Safety (Pedestrian/Cyclist detection), Lane Departure Alert, and Road Sign Assist.

  • Off-Road Assists: Active Traction Control (A-TRC), Downhill Assist Control (DAC), and Auto Limited Slip Differential (Auto LSD).

  • Comfort: Dual-zone automatic climate control with independent left/right temperature adjustment, smart entry & push-start system, and an Optitron meter cluster with a 4.2-inch TFT multi-information display.

  • Infotainment: 8-inch touchscreen display audio system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.