2024 Toyota Hilux Champ 2.4 Diesel Turbo LWB Review (On-Road/Walkaround)

[@kingsley220]

Here are examples of how the Hilux Champ can be customized further for different purposes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i37VmYiChrJolac

[@illusionmatrix777]

What kind of automatic it has? Cvt?

[@thatcarguy1UZ]

I'd rather have this than any of the pickup trucks that are on sale in the US market today.

[@thomaslthomas1506]

I agree. There is nothing for sale in the US I am interested in at this time.

[@khonjel_singh]

Blame CAFE standard. Bigger, fatter vehicles need to meet less MPG, who in their right mind designed that formula. Vote for Trump in november so we can rid of those idiots in the EPA.

[@thatcarguy1UZ]

@@khonjel_singh Biden is crap. That tells you how shitty Trump is when Biden can look so damn good in comparison.

[@craggleshenanigans]

@@khonjel_singh pfft, as if trump would get rid of people he's in kahoots with lol

[@tabcreedence6553]

@@craggleshenanigans What are you smoking

[@lewisveasey1674]

Can't wait to own one of these in 25 years. Love living in the land of the free!

[@123chargeit]

Yep. I'm so glad our gov't protect us from these. What, do you think you can make your ow decisions on what to buy? Gasp.

[@thegrimreaper6926]

​@@123chargeit😂

[@mataisgood9046]

How dare you buy a small light useful affordable utility truck with modern safety standards and great fuel milage and easy maintenance BANNED Instead driver an 100 year old Ford Model T with zero safety standards and burns as much fuel, as an actuall Semi Truck and will impale you if you don't slow down right with the second and third pedal that is completely legal.

[@Oboar]

Write your congress man anti chicken tax letters

[@TheCenturyPleyades]

they will never arrive to the US

[@Hman9876]

I wish I could buy two where I live in the united states. These bare bones capable work trucks look perfect for what I'd want.

[@keithhooper6123]

Agree,applies to UK. Basic vehicles not available any more.

[@TyB_23]

they will be sold in Mexico

[@Anthony-w7i5g]

@@keithhooper6123 I drive a Ford Ranger for work and had it two months before I realised it had a heated steering wheel and seats. It has so many things that I just don't need or want, what a waste of money that could have gone to paying me more.

[@mataisgood9046]

Why not get a 1949 Ford utility truck that is completely legal to register and drive in all 50 states that will imple you on its 3rd drive. Or wait 25 years so you can actually drive this road hazard around.

[@KeterMalkuth]

@@Anthony-w7i5g The funniest thing is when the work trucks have some random upgrade like heated seats. . . But for some reason *still* don't have automatic windows.

[@paperpatdown]

These would sell so well in the USA

[@kingsley220]

Definitely! They can also be converted in many ways. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i37VmYiChrJolacsi=ZHHUjgposBesWfZT

[@jjcastleberry3662]

@@kingsley220 America needs to end the EPA. Trump on day one should sign Executive Order ending the EPA, FBI, ATF, etc.

[@asrockrpg]

@@kingsley220 Hilux Champ here in the Philippines is the All-New Toyota Tamaraw.

[@asrockrpg]

@@kingsley220What’s the Payload Capacity of this Truck?

[@LuisGonzalez-qq9nu]

American dealers will over price this

[@yeyegtpp]

For farms, markets, towns, local commiuting, small and some big business, this Champ it's excellent!! And there's also a Mini Land Cruiser on the way, to compete with the Suzuki Jimny. Can't wait for it!

[@Moonless6491]

I wish these came to America. We could finally afford something. Cars and trucks are too expensive here for most of us.

[@dfaro8453]

I am waiting for BYD to start selling their cars in the states. They have cars under $15k in Latin America. The cheapest Tesla is around $35,000. We need more affordable cars. We need competition that would keep the prices down. Let’s hope that the government will allow Toyota, BYD and other brands to sell these cars here in the future.

[@StanR56]

@@dfaro8453 yes future like next day

[@myopiniongoodyouropinionbad]

Dealers would do a 200% markup lol

[@انا_ابراهيم_البناوي]

@@dfaro8453 Not if the US goverment have anything to say about it unfortunately

[@123chargeit]

@@dfaro8453 Both parties are competing on who can tariff Chinese auto manufactures harder. One wants a 100% tariff (which is insane enough) the other wants 150%. That would mean the US gov't would be making more off a BYD car then BYD would be. Yeah you aren't going to be driving a BYD in the US anytime soon.

[@Fireballsocal]

Thanks for making us English speakers a very well made video about the champ. I can't help thinking these are exactly what we need here in USA. The cheapest tacoma is about $35,000 or Bt1.28 million but we never see those at dealers. Most dealers have models from $40,000 to $50,000. It wasn't that long ago when Toyota sold basic pickups here for affordable prices. The current tacoma prices aren't affordable. I like the look of the champ with bigger offroad tires. Some things like power mirrors and buckets for the taillights would be nice but would cause the price to go up. And finally an affordable turbo diesel would be welcome here.

[@kingsley220]

Pickup trucks should not be expensive and the US being probably the largest truck market in the world should have cheaper alternatives.

[@asrockrpg]

@@kingsley220How does it feel driving the Hilux Champ?

[@kingsley220]

@@asrockrpg The suspension is smoother than I expected and the turning circle is narrow enough for Thai roads. Would be great if there's a 4WD version.

[@gregmgm06]

Really good review, but waaay too many "Thaiautonews" transitions. Having said that, Toyota would sell every one in the US. Lots of people want an affordable basic truck, and that bed is perfect.

[@Randsurfer]

The "Thaiautonews" transitions extended the video length by 0.0001%. What a nitpicky thing to complain about.

[@RwBy-wl9tv]

​@@Randsurfer I think its a feedback for further improvements, not just a nit pick.

[@thndr_5468]

I want this more than any truck on the US market. This thing is great and I am so mad it isn't available here

[@Antoine-h5b]

Tacoma et sequoia et Hilux

[@jamesgizasson]

​@@Antoine-h5bThey've all been redesigned with the new engines; and they're all shitting the bed before they hit 70k miles. XD

[@cunawarit]

I like it a LOT! I think the little 2.4L diesel suits this truck well. I like what what I see a lot for the price, I don't think the interior is bad at all considering that the most important things are reliability and capability. As for the basic styling, I LOVE IT! We live in an era of overly fancy trucks, this is a tough looking basic truck and I like it for it.

[@leadnsteel1428]

I had a Chevy Colorado 2.8 diesel it was a work horse and good tow vehicle.... Got 40 mpgs on the highway

[@auomauom]

this truck is much more badass than any american pickup truck on the road.

[@kspa123]

That's what tradies need in Australia and New Zealand. Nice work horse.

[@mokisan]

I recently read that there american trucks are getting popular right?

[@Ryan-fb1ot]

​@@mokisanFew people buy Usa Trucks in Nz

[@Winterstick549]

And the USA

[@kspa123]

@mokisan those are not affordable for small business owners/ tradies.

[@rightinthefriggineye]

No Frills, No BS work ute. These would sell like hotcakes in Aus as trade fleet vehicles and for apprentices. i hope they get here.

[@time.7106]

This is exactly what utes used to be in Australia.

[@jefemuga416]

I LOOOVE everything about this truck! Toyota, please bring these to Mexico!

[@shotgunblossom]

YES

[@yocobicus]

Yes, bring them to Mexico. Let me go down there. Then let me buy one. I'll drive in home up to the US

[@jefemuga416]

@@yocobicus riiiight. i'm all for a sweet tacoma, but those are so expensive! this nice, simple truck is the cheap solution for the masses.

[@thrasher613]

I saw one today in downtown Pattaya. I really like the look of these. I suspect I will see a lot more of these on the roads in the coming weeks/months. Great video!

[@kingsley220]

Thanks! I've seen a couple already apart from this one. A lot will be seen in the coming months for sure.

[@asrockrpg]

@@kingsley220 Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman Akio Toyoda announced during the 35th Anniversary of Toyota Motor Philippines that this Hilux Champ a.k.a. All-New Tamaraw will be produced locally in the Philippines as a Completely-Build Unit or CBU at Toyota Santa Rosa Factory.

[@odiseven]

Toyota should make a global model, South Africa is thirsty for a pick up like this. Especially for commercial use.

[@GoochGooch-cc7sj]

It is a Global model. I believe it was 181 countries that it is coming to.

[@odiseven]

@@GoochGooch-cc7sj That's great news, thanks for letting us know.

[@bmad1386]

Oooh So this is one of those rare situations where southeast asia gets the new products before other parts of the world....

[@MrNosajwhitey]

Hopefully this goes everywhere in the world eventually

[@Cesar-jh1ho]

If this came to the USA with some minor updates for under 20k heck even 25k it would be the best selling truck with many fleets changing over. for the price of a f150 or work van you get at least 2. Here in South Florida k trucks are being used by more construction companies where they can. Main reason is its does the job at a great price, easy maintenance and easy repair

[@Ben-wd2in]

Wish these were coming to Australia 😢

[@ritardstrength5169]

We need these in the US yesterday

[@metricstormtrooper]

Those same tail light have been on many many commercial vehicles here in Australia, they were always a standard "Stanley" part.

[@realprojecttools3543]

it looks like you can fit a standard plywood size there base on the dimension of the bed. nice

[@asrockrpg]

@thaiautonews Hilux Champ in Thailand is also known as Hilux Rangga. In the Philippines, Hilux Champ is also known as the All-New Toyota Tamaraw.

[@ultrablue2]

Crazy- a truck designed as a simple utilitarian vehicle being used as a tool, instead of an overblown complex lifestyle accessory driven by tools.

[@bendgeddes]

People will complain about lack of refinement but, like a Jeep Wrangler, you’re buying what you’re buying. Don’t expect a 300 series. I’m sure, in the Australian market (and most others) that tray will swapped/customised ASAP so if Toyota wants to save $ on tail lights, go ahead. I’m looking forward to the 4x4.

[@sebastiannot]

i know that we are going to see this truck for like 20 years from now and still running fine

[@kingsley220]

LOL!

[@juansipag2206]

This is really a cargo truck, very simple design but very-very useful. I like it.

[@eamonshields2754]

I’d buy one this minute if they went on sale in the US

[@StanR56]

buy one here in texas for sure

[@histriamagna1014]

Hello from Slovenia, EU. This would be the perfect truck for my farm activities. To bad its not comming over here.....

[@kingsley220]

Wow this is the first comment from Slovenia! Thanks!

[@histriamagna1014]

@@kingsley220 Greetings to Thailand.❤

[@stoissdk]

Sadly, they are not going to ship the Champ to Europe as long at they are convinced you are willing/capable of paying for the regular Hilux (because we are all filthy rich right!). The Champ only "happened" in Thailand because the price of the regular Hilux was too high and didn't sell there. Maybe some other maker is going to catch up on the fact that people everywhere need a basic rugged commercial vehicle to get the job done. Dacia or maybe Tata, will pickup on this. In turn, this could force Toyota to ship the Champ to the rest of the world.

[@kingsley220]

@@stoissdk I think it's not offered in the US and they don't even get the Hilux either (get the Tacoma instead). This Hilux Champ is doing very well in Thailand. It's not perfect but it does open a lot of opportunities for Toyota.

[@bouno4936]

@@kingsley220it’s not being sold in America because of chicken tax

[@fire7side]

An engineering marvel. That's about as practical as you can get.

[@eightsprites]

I actually like the interior. The truck looks really useful. I bet it would sell a lot in Europe.

[@vicentedacosta]

Hope they come soon to Brazil! Hilux Champ is simply perfect for commercial use or light cross country adventures (at that price point)!

[@lonnyself3920]

I love the simplicity of it makes senses for a work truck covers for electronics may be better but they can be replaced so easy no issue . medium work truck is exactly what most need with standard parts across all models reminds me of a old ford pick up .

[@nikolayew]

I love how simple and practical it is!

[@poppyneese1811]

Kingsley great review, please Toyota bring these lil trucks to the US!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@kingsley220]

Thanks!

[@forgingluck]

I want 5. Sad they aren't in the usa.

[@philippeichinger3246]

that thing would be the perfect truck for a local business, i wish those would be sold in europe

[@fredericktaylor2891]

It would be nice if we could get vehicles like this in the USA, it would be a perfect vehicle for me, the only additions I would need is a sun visor for the passenger and heat since neither is supplied on these vehicles, but it comes with AC.

[@Lalrinawma-el6lu]

I like the champ 4x4 short body. This is for city use only, an the ground clearance is also 164mm only. Love from India Mizoram

[@mangomcpoo475]

Man I wish we got these in Australia!!!

[@romteb]

I would buy one in a heartbeat of it were available in France. Cmon Toyota export these in europe already

[@KLChan-kzl]

I could do so many things with that bed. Camping, grocery shopping, get reimbursement for fuel if used for company equipment/transport/traveling, moving, there's so many things... I'd just need airbags, and if it comes with speakers, I can just use my phone aux cord for music, gps, etc. Even better if I can plug my phone in, and get an electronic connection to parts, like the transmission, engine, etc. Then I could accurately check that without added devices to cost more in the truck itself. It'd give another usage for my smartphone too if applicable. No overreaching EPA in my state of Iowa, and plenty of gravel roads! As long as the torque and power is good enough, I can easily lay some sandbags over the rear wheels in the bed to get plenty of traction in Fall and Winter. I wonder what types of extreme conditions it can stay usable in though. Offroading is one thing, but how does it fair in negative temperatures, including negatives in the fahrenheit that Iowa loves to change to suddenly?

[@kingsley220]

@@KLChan-kzl It comes with both diesel and gasoline engine choices so I guess freezing temps won't pose a problem. Just don't know which countries will they sell it in apart from Thailand.

[@KLChan-kzl]

@@kingsley220 I know for a fact that this would immediately become a hit with farmers here in Iowa, Minnesota, North/South Dakota, Illinois, and Michigan as long as the battery, and tires can last in the Midwest cold seasons. The only thing it really needs is an airbag, some crash testing, and maybe some extra things I'm forgetting off the top of my head. Other than those, if it gets good fuel economy, then I don't see a reason for that market to not choose this truck, especially over other types currently available. A farmer here could get a small fleet of those for the price of one workhorse truck here. The only thing it could be competing with in that market is pull weight. Many Americans use their trucks to pull trailers of things, including farm equipment, and something like the favorite F150, Cherokee, Chevy 4x4s, and more, might outperform this for that function, making this less attractive. Many other markets however, would find this niche to be a great fit right away, like construction, and manufacturing!

[@donowens6527]

its bs we cant get this in USA

[@StanR56]

just wait it will be here in USA

[@turbobze]

Thank NHTSA

[@bestintentions6089]

Unions

[@ILovePancakes24]

It'll come to the US in 25 years.

[@ratpatrol69]

Love the size and simplicity. Has a face only a mother could love lol!

[@sambartrailcams]

Great video, your English is really good and you make the video fun and interesting to watch

[@kingsley220]

Thanks a lot!

[@JxcksonSF]

Im not a truck guy but those would look awesome in a lift kit.(not those crazy high ones)

[@johnmosser6695]

The welds do not look great, but are perfectly functional. That's how you make an inexpensive vehicle.

[@Dum123-i7d]

Hilux Champ 2.4 Top speed locked at 190 km/h 0-100 12 seconds Transmission Manual 5 speed R151 Final drive : 3.583

[@mokisan]

Thank you so much for this video😊

[@erikjohnson5608]

I’m so jealous, damn you 60s chickens

[@kingsley220]

LOL!

[@XY-ep8uz]

Finally a normal, no sparkle pickup truck that can fit 8x4s on the bed

[@LightW]

Need this in Europe!

[@Emppu_T.]

It's so basic, so exposed. Simple yet interesting. I can see this styling as the start of bare essentialism. I kinda like it. Very good

[@انا_ابراهيم_البناوي]

As far as I know they will be bringing these here to Saudi Arabia can't wait for them

[@kingsley220]

They can be customized in a large number of ways. Hope Toyota will offer a 4WD version with a bigger diesel engine in the future as well.

[@انا_ابراهيم_البناوي]

@@kingsley220 These kinds of trucks are extremely popular in Saudi Arabia having this will be an amazing thing

[@SchwererGustavThe800mm]

...Dude this thing looks SICK, why the hell cant we buy something like this in the US??

[@keithhooper6123]

Protectionism.You will have to wait 25 years!!

[@timmatheny-lo9ze]

My 96 Tacoma. 2.4, 5 spd. Has the same wheels. I like them.

[@miguelfloriano9039]

Can we get a Toyota Tacoma champ here in the US?

[@EnduringCrow]

I would love to lightly customize this. Find a place to put a durable, gritty bed liner on as much of the panels as I could. Maybe even do it on the paint that faces the wheels when down. Couple other little touches and it's the perfect pickup for me.

[@kingsley220]

In Thailand we customize this Hilux Champ in so many ways. There are all sorts of aftermarket accessories.

[@Winterstick549]

Base Champ in Thailand goes for $13,400. I hope they make it to the USA

[@KelzCasa]

I would love one of these in the states for home projects. So much easier to park and maneuver. Edit - Coming from a 3/4 ton Ram owner.

[@drec7366]

Toyota and Nissan useto make a small dually truck my uncle had one when i was young he used it for his service truck for his logging outfit Im considering purchasing a isuzu npr truck seen one with a aluminum bed similar to whats in this video nothing fancy just a work truck and reliable

[@Vitaluty1]

If Toyota sold this in the US I’d Pre-Order and PrePay in a heartbeat for 1. Could be great for a business vehicle.

[@smoovkilla]

Beautiful lil truck

[@forgemaster12]

Can’t wait for these to sell in Mexico 🤩

[@dhavish4444]

i love your videos, i can easily understand what you're talking even im not from Thailand.

[@kingsley220]

@@dhavish4444 Thanks!

[@85445qwerty]

These will sell by the millions.

[@paltyguls]

Like this LEGO model a lot

[@kingsley220]

LOL!

[@bendgeddes]

Toyota 4x4 styling is looking proper👍

[@RenIRL]

In the Philippines, specially in Mindanao. (Cagayan de oro, bukidnon, malaybalay etc.) You see 1 Toyota Hilux every 20 seconds. Usually covered in mud. They majority are owned by farmers. This Hilux champ a.k.a Hilux Tamaraw in the Philippines will sell like hot cakes. It can be used for farming, hauling, and even for passengers if converted into. Without the 2 million php price tag of the usual 4x4 Hilux pickup.

[@LeonisioBarroso]

No Brasil será um sucesso de vendas.

[@vicentedacosta]

A nova Bandeirantes!!

[@David-si5fu]

I wish this car came to Australia. I need it!

[@KappaPappaTTV]

I love it and the practicality

[@djkenny1202]

Been wanting a basic pick up new for like under 12k. This is the one. Just put the trusty 2.7.

[@999benhonda]

The truck Americans need, but will never get. It's so clearly built to do work, to transport goods. I have a lawn care business...it's easy to imagine converting that to a lawn care truck...a couple of racks, lower it a couple inches and add a ramp, just drive my zero turn right up.

[@AutoReport1]

The fuel filler is pretty standard for a cab chassis truck.

[@worldhello1234]

@11:54 They cheaped out on the rev counter. It has nothing to do with being a commercial vehicle. That's how you know they were penny pinching in the R&D department. 😉

[@Dharmabro108]

Toyota would sell about 500k of these per year in the usa

[@dfaro8453]

I would buy one and turn it to a camper van. If Toyota would sell them under 15k, it would be a steal for anyone. Manual and 4x4, would be great for off-roading too.

[@GerardoGarcia-tb7gi]

The us truck market is so bad right now. Toyota should import this truck to the usa. It will sell amazingly well.

[@Largepapa2]

We need these in the USA

[@GerdGerog]

Toyota hat mal wieder bewiesen,wie weitsichtig er ist!!!!!!!!

[@plaid13]

Wish this thing would come to the US. We need cheap reliable work trucks.

[@deez8202]

Seems decent but my god the welding is rather alarming but not entirely alarming. But I wouldn't be surprised if these vehicles in a couple of years will have severe rust issues especially in the welding.

[@kingsley220]

All I can point out is the appearance of the welding. But in terms of quality, it could be okay, otherwise a company like Toyota wouldn't approve it for sale. IMO

[@deez8202]

@@kingsley220 I highly doubt it's okay but then again I haven't looked exactly ultra closer but I can still see that it is bad. And we'll have to see how it holds up in the future. Otherwise it seems to be quite a decent pickup that I'd perhaps would buy.

[@Paddleinc]

Need these in Canada. We just get overpriced Mexican tacos.

[@kingsley220]

LOL

[@urgeeked3977]

As a Canadian I would die to buy the Hilux. Man if only Canada adopt EU standards we could get our hands on small trucks like these legally

[@joharkn]

​@@urgeeked3977can't you import from ME? They drive the same side and every option from Toyota exists there.

[@jameswalker6209]

Would love to see these start replacing Suzuki Super Carries in Vietnam

[@Abdul_rahman_von_yasin]

when will this come to eu? would buy imidiatly

[@tomknud]

That thing's about perfect, albeit rough in styling and some build issues.

[@bormeepai_nobody]

really like this...maybe should need this kind of truck for going out to the wat !!

[@kingsley220]

This one is really versatile and affordable!

[@lychiadventures8231]

love toyota's design language.Timeless.

[@leonardoantonio8756]

Finally the true descendant of the Kijang/Zace!

[@GromPilot]

I would like to see this truck in Canada.

[@Punk_Unkle_Guitars]

I love this rig. I wish we could get it in 'Murica

[@TheJoshuaJames]

Bring it to the USA!🇺🇸

[@StephenSquire-g6i]

Does it come with a closed cargo box for furniture delivery?

[@kingsley220]

Toyota sells only the base version while modifications (including closed cargo box) are done by a number of aftermarket providers.

[@jah-h3q]

I will buy one, will the EPA approve the truck for America?

[@shahfarudinsalleh5733]

Will it be coming to malaysia?

[@tonydragon784]

My 08 Ranger XL feels like the last kind of American vehicle that was made like this (though mines got a lil baby 4banger in it, no diesel power)

[@propellerhead2000]

Great review. How does this truck stack up against the Suzuki Carry?

[@kingsley220]

I think it's more refined to drive than the Carry and has more cab space.

[@samuellloyd6625]

Great review thanks 😊

[@Rockindaxmike]

can't wait to get a couple of them for my business in the philippines. might get one for myself to get around the island. hoepfully they make a 4x4 in the future

[@kingsley220]

Surely coming to the Philippines as the Tamaraw.

[@magamike1800]

Do they have aircon or do you have to pay extra for that?

[@kingsley220]

Air-con comes as standard.

[@magamike1800]

@@kingsley220 Thats great news. I can do without a sound system but I need aircon in Thailand.

[@kingsley220]

@@magamike1800 The guys here put a Bluetooth speaker on the console. ^^

[@johanesgo8096]

is there any chance it will be sold in europe?