Toyota Hilux Raider 48V

So, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) just dropped the mic with their latest beast: the revamped, bolder Hilux Raider, now sporting some snazzy 48V tech and a truckload of Toyota-approved accessories. This ain't your grandpa's bakkie, this is the Hilux Raider 48V, and it's here to make jaws drop and roads tremble.

Innovation Station: 48V Technology

Remember last year's World Rally Championship in Kenya? Toyota's mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) turned heads faster than a cheetah on a Starbucks kick. Well, that very tech has now cozied up into select Hilux and Fortuner models. Talk about leveling up!

Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to reducing carbon emissions is like a buffet of eco-friendliness. We're talking hydrogen internal combustion engine vehicles (HICEV), fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV), plug-in hybrids (PHEV), hybrids (HEV), and even internal combustion engines (ICE) running on alternative fuels. The 48V tech is the latest green arrow in Toyota's quiver, aiming straight at carbon neutrality.

What’s the 48V Buzz About?

This 48V wizardry is exclusive to select 4x2 and 4x4 double-cab Legend and Raider grades, plus the Fortuner. It’s a tech cocktail with a motor generator, 48-volt battery, and DC/DC converter blended into the reliable 2.8-litre GD-6 turbo-diesel four-cylinder powertrain with a six-speed automatic transmission. The outcome? Better fuel economy, smoother powertrain mojo, and off-road skills that would make a mountain goat jealous.

Imagine reducing your fuel consumption by about 10% compared to a regular 2.8-litre engine. Thanks to the stop-start system enabled by the 48V tech, the engine restarts so smoothly and quickly that you'll forget it even took a nap. Engine idling speed drops from 720rpm to 600rpm, and in traffic, the engine can switch off for longer periods, saving you more fuel. It’s like your bakkie is sipping fuel through a cocktail straw.

Decelerating? The motor generator recovers braking energy, giving you a braking feel smoother than a buttered eel. Accelerating? It provides power assistance for zippier, more responsive acceleration. And for you off-road adventurers, the 48V-equipped Hilux and Fortuner variants come with Multi-Terrain Select, which sounds like it should be the name of a superhero but actually just makes your bakkie better on rough ground.

Striking New Looks

All Raider grades now sport a new front-end design, featuring a redesigned bumper, honeycomb mesh grille, and stylish fog lamp bezels. The 2.8 models wave goodbye to chrome with black side mirrors, door handles, rear bumper, and tailgate handle. The 2.4 model gets retractable mirrors, while the 2.8 offers leather seats and an 8-way power seat adjustment on the driver’s side. The Raider 48V ups the ante with jam protection, auto up/down windows, push start, smart entry, and Multi-Terrain Select.

Accessorize to Maximize

The refreshed Raider isn’t just about looks and tech; it’s a blank canvas for your wildest adventure dreams. Toyota-approved lifestyle accessories now include roof racks, cross bars, rooftop tents, roof boxes, bike carriers, fridges, recovery boards, and solar panels. Partnering with brands like Ironman 4x4, 4x4 Megaworld, Front Runner, IVXIVBUSHINDABA, and Thule, these accessories are available at your local Toyota dealer, making your Hilux the Swiss Army knife of bakkies.

Connected for the Future

With the MyToyota profile, owners can access all vehicle-related information and services quicker than you can say "WiFi hotspot." And speaking of WiFi, all new Toyota vehicles now come with in-car WiFi capability (with a complimentary 25Gb), offering a host of Connect services to keep you in touch and entertained on the go.

In short, the enhanced Hilux Raider solidifies its position as South Africa's ultimate bakkie, combining performance, style, and unmatched versatility. Whether you’re tackling commercial tasks or seeking adventure, the new Hilux is ready to roll. As Glenn Compton, VP of Marketing at TSAM, puts it, “The enhanced Hilux range brings welcome enhancements to the range, ensuring that SA’s favourite bakkie remains a popular choice for commercial and adventure-focused customers alike.”

Specifications:

• Power Boost: 12Kw

• Torque Boost: 65Nm

• Efficiency Improvement: Approximately 10%

• Powertrain: 2.8-litre GD-6 turbo-diesel four-cylinder

• Transmission: Six-speed automatic

• Engine Idling Speed: Reduced from 720rpm to 600rpm

• Multi-Terrain Select: Included in 4x4 variants

So, whether you're dodging potholes in Sandton or conquering the Kalahari, the new Hilux Raider 48V is the bakkie that'll get you there with style, efficiency, and a whole lot of swagger.

Toyota Hilux Raider Pricing

- All Toyota Hilux Raider models come standard with 9-services/90 000km service plan and a 3-year/100 000km warranty. Customers can additionally purchase service/maintenance/warra

Frank Lee DILLIGAF!