Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series Discussion
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that's the issue when you keep updating an old vehicle. It starts looking weird.
I like the new lights but from some angles the vehicle looks like a mess.
I'm not even sure if the Hilux will ever move to using TNGA platform, from Toyota showing the IMV 0 concept in Thailand to them introducing minor change after minor change for the Hilux, they seem pretty keen to continue modifying the IMV platform instead of switching over to TNGA-F platform. Plus the Hilux's main markets are much more price sensitive than US and Canada, so keeping cost down is definitely a main priority.
The new Ford Ranger is on the same platform as previous gen too. The Ford is sold in the same price sensitive markets as the Hilux.
The Hilux’s platform mate, the Innova, has moved onto TNGA (in the form of TNGA-C). The whole point of consolidating platforms is to reduce costs.
It is true, all cars that were Hilux related went FWD. new Hilux and Fortuner must come too. Probably in 2025.
Believe or not, the old IMV Innova is being sold alongside the new Innova in certain markets that really need a body-on-frame RWD MPV, mainly in the broke AF parts of Southeast Asia.
I'm really struggling to think of other brands that are both generally reliable and not stingy with the powertrain options that they offer at the same time.
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Speaking of which, are they giving the Hilux the full GR treatment next gen?
Not sure honestly.
But you see how the hilux has been getting more aggressive with every special edition?
with this being the latest which I am sure you already saw
2024 Toyota Hilux GR Sport II Has Suspension Lift, All-Terrain Tires
Toyota is bringing back the Hilux GR Sport in the UK with a II variant that has wider tracks, lighter 17-inch wheels, and new monotube dampers.
www.motor1.com
the next step logically would be a full blown GR version that takes it to the next level.
Toyota AU boss said in an interview 3 years ago that GR Hilux will happen.
A lot can happen in 3 years but it seems like a natural progression for the Hilux given the updates we've seen on it.
I'll take both. Y61 wagon and J79 pickup.
So you're saying Y61 wagon > J76 and J79 > Y61 pickup 🤔
