Toyota Hilux GR Sport: built for the most adventurous drivers, with the DNA of the Dakar

Taking advantage of the Dakar Rally being held these days, Toyota has decided to unveil a new sporty version of its iconic Hilux which, in addition to a more aggressive and truly sporty look, has been developed to deliver ideal off-road behaviour thanks to elements such as its limited-slip differential and Active Traction Control.

With this, the new Toyota Hilux GR Sport, in the words of three-time Dakar champion Nasser Al-Attiyah, “truly embodies the spirit of competition vehicles and brings a piece of the Dakar to customers around the world”, offering a unique driving experience backed by its renowned toughness and reliability.

Honouring its past

Looking at this new sporty version of the Hilux from the front, the most noticeable feature is its new front grille in black with the GR insert and the Toyota lettering in place of the brand logo, a nod to the legendary fourth generation Hilux of the early 1980s.

From the side, the Hilux GR Sport debuts new 17-inch alloy wheels in black and machined finish, fitted with all-terrain tyres. The black finish also appears on the mirror housings, side steps, wheel arch mouldings and tailgate handle. This configuration makes the bright red new shock absorbers and the GR badges stand out.

A truly attractive interior

Inside, this new option features new sports seats combining black leather and synthetic suede with red stitching, and, as expected, the GR Sport logo on the seatbacks, floor mats, start button and instrument display.

Improved tuning

As mentioned, one of the main strengths of this new version is its extensive tuning, with new monotube shock absorbers and new front springs, allowing a faster response and better heat dissipation in demanding conditions.

In addition, this new setup delivers great ride comfort, filtering out high-frequency vibrations and controlling body movement in a very pleasant way.

The heart of the Toyota Hilux GR Sport

As for the powertrain, the new Hilux GR Sport is equipped with a turbocharged 2.8-litre diesel engine delivering 204 CV and 500 Nm of maximum torque, paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox.

This version will only be available in double cab configuration and boasts a net payload of one tonne and a braked towing capacity of up to 3.5 tonnes.