Toyota HiLux SR 2021 review | would you pay $50,000 for a HiLux Extra Cab? | Chasing Cars

[@chasingcars]

Interesting to get a HiLux through for a test after some of the cheap utes we've driven recently. Do you get value for money with the Toyota? John finds out.

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

Good review John 👍

[@MrRez808]

Mordern Utes. 90’s parts in a 2021 vehicle costing 50k = Manufacturers sleeping in beds stuffed with cash 💰

[@Tuesdayb2008]

Resell = money saved

[@anthonystefano1441]

It’s good to finally see someone doing a review on an sr or a mid spec Ute. Every review is top spec sr5 or equivalent in other brands & they seem to be aimed at caravanning… I had my mind set on a cab chassis sr 4x4 & drove one at the dealership yesterday & found it to be pretty underwhelming. Quoted $58,500 with some added options with 6-8 month wait. Steering wheel feels rubbish in the sr, feels 3D printed or like it’s made of pvc lol. Also found the same thing with the centre console that it felt very cheap, hard, flimsy & basically crap. The seats were okay, but with no backrest winder and just click on seating notches it was hard to get it relined into the right position, seemed either too far back or too upright, this was much better in the sr5 with leather and electric seat! I was quoted $45,000 for the Triton with the same options, personally I think close to 60k for this is well over priced. Still would consider buying because of resale. But I think the dmax is probably a better option, in equivalent model, seats were better steering wheel although plastic was softer but centre console was just as bad… anyway cheers for the review 👍

[@MrBrentles]

Buy a ranger and replace the engine and gearbox after 150000k. No thanks.

[@AggregateUser]

That’s really not an issue these days mate. The ranger has been a great Ute for a while. Coming from someone that has purchased 3 new hiluxs in the past 5 years.

[@tvdootman27]

​@@AggregateUserthe engine isn't an issue, true. But ford transmissions are notoriously unreliable so that's still an issue unfortunately.

[@MB.19]

We ran fords at work, can verify this fact. Just ran out of warranty, gearbox complete fail. EGR issues, cooling issues, a/c dash noises. They’re dreadful. These are all company cars complete service history too.

[@jwazftw4200]

From a white collar layman - that was an informative review. I didn't know pallet between the arches was a thing.

[@chasingcars]

Thanks John.

[@Robert-cu9bm]

Heavy items are on pallets.

[@ksazubbie]

Actually a standard GKN CHEP pallet ( which is what most commodities are loaded on) is 1.2m x 1m. so theoretically you could fit it between the arches

[@The9meister]

50k, built for bozo's

[@coldude2559]

50k for a work Ute!! Tell them they're dreaming...even worse trying to get any brand second hand is an absolute joke now days!

[@coldude2559]

@@antoncarmoducchi6057 not wrong there, just like property, it's only worth as much as someone is willing to pay and let's be honest if it wasn't for tradies, Their value would plummet .

[@thumpergman]

What about the strength and reliability of the whole drive train isint that worth the extra

[@panos8444]

Great video, you are one of few reviewing these mainstream utes, compare more

[@chasingcars]

Will do. Thanks Panos.

[@marcosteffano]

I’ve got a 4 door 2.4 diesel and get over 1,000kms a tank,love the truck and it’ll outlast me.

[@monkistyle]

Dare iced coffee? When the cup holders are square or round, that’s when the game changes

[@edwinzcx]

Never understand why the dashboard needs to be soft? What is meant to be put on top of the dashboard?

[@Robert-cu9bm]

Babies

[@Cous1nJack]

I spend ages pushing my dash. I probably touch it every time I get in and just before I get out. No wait, I don’t touch it so it doesn’t matter what it feels like.

[@clydepatrick27]

Boys wanted it soft..Real men dont care.

[@jhref]

Well when a moron tradie eventually runs me off the road on my bike in one of these, at least I know they overpayed.

[@letsseeif]

:-)

[@rohbrown]

Very expensive for what it is. I would not get hung up on it only being 4x2. I question how many 4x4 Hilux actually get 4-wheel drive engaged, let alone low range

[@padmister123]

The thing is these 4x2 hi-rider variants are only a bit less expensive but depreciate very rapidly. Long term you're better off paying just a few grand more and getting the 4x4 version. When you go to sell it you could have 10k+ in your hand that you wouldn't have if you went for the hi-rider. Really if 4x4 isn't a priority you're better off getting the normal 4x2 versions that are a lot less expensive.

[@zaamuro8408]

Drove one recently and unladen ride is horrible. Definitely needs something in the back all the time.

[@nebeska_medja]

50k AU = 30.000 EUROs for that car is not a lot of money! You australians are a bit lost in your currency

[@quentinmccoull9761]

Boss gets a DUI, chuck him in the back.... Hahaha classic!

[@santillbrezon2161]

Joe Bradley your correct joe saying electric vehicles are not that clean i agree. They might be cleaner than petrol and diesel vehicle's but not as much as people think. Yes an extra tax on 4x4 vehicle's would be unfair.

[@lifelongbachelor3651]

toyota has the better resale, so you don't really lose the money.

[@stuartc1936]

Cars are just getting way too expensive for what they are , they are taking advantage of the high demand .

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

Everyday regular cars have never been cheaper. In 1980 a family car cost a year of wages, that is now seven months. Granted the Hilux does have an artificially jacked price but it's still less than the average annual wage.

[@chasingcars]

Some are. There are plenty of deals to be had out there, though.

[@robertceroli3512]

Mid forties you can get the mazda BT50 4×2 or the Mitsi triton dual cab both come with alloy wheels and doesn't look like the povo pack like the Sr Hilux .but kudos to Toyota they ask over and above market averages and punters fall over them selves in fact no new hiluxs available about 6 month + waiting list

[@darthvader8433]

If I were looking for a 2wd WORK ute I'd be checking the Iveco and Fuso light trucks. If you go

[@chasingcars]

Very interesting alternative.

[@hellothere4342]

Second this whole heartedly. We switch to light trucks from utes and it's one of the best business decision. We can safely tow more and actually carry load in the tray.

[@MrBigad77]

Rip off

[@dianclayton5141]

Just picked up my 21 SR 4x4 cab chassis extra cab with a Toyota aluminium tray on it. Bolted my tool boxes on and put my tools in. The springs are now inverted, with only 45mm gap between the bump rubbers and the chassis. WTF. I haven't loaded it yet. So I did some weighing and found that including the tray, tool boxes, and tools I have 340 KGs on the ute. In theory I could put another 660 KGs on it. Ha Ha Ha. I Don't Think So, it would be on the bump rubbers way before then. This is supposed to be the 'work' version Hilux not the show pony SR5. Very disappointed.

[@markryan5493]

I think you have a problem vehicle. My 2020 work mate with the extra long tray takes a 1000 litre tank filled with salt water weighing 1080 kg easy.

[@andrewhawthorne5139]

Would have been great to see the rear seats a little more...perhaps even the ingress with the backrest down...

[@andrewhawthorne5139]

@@user-vk4vd7vr5t haha maybe so, but with hardly any extra cabs available to view in dealerships, it would have been good to see.

[@harrisonfoster1889]

@harry sack it does have rear seats 2 of em infact but they are designed for occasional short time use as they are designed to disassemble

[@lifelongbachelor3651]

nice truck. just bought one.

[@vangard3415]

No way would I be paying $53 ,ooo ,

[@Mr2pint]

How is this worth 50 grand 🤣

[@mixalis6168]

toyota taking the piss !!

[@Robert-cu9bm]

It's has a oversized Toyota badge.

[@ra_redesignautomobiles]

I wish someone would modify this into Resident evil 8 village bsaa Hilux

[@MadDog-65]

If you turn over your ute every 4-5 years you might buy another brand but long term you can't beat the hilux I get 600-800k out of every hilux we buy and the resale value even with high k's is still good. Yeah mazda and isuzu or ford are cheaper but you won't get a reliable high amount of kilometres out of it. Nor will you amarok.

[@Ragnar6000]

Overpriced i would rather pay 35k and get a fully loaded LDV T60

[@gemmas3172]

You know the front passenger seat can slide forward right?

[@brendandevulder7762]

Has much changed for 2023 can’t find any reviews

[@UserUser-un5mw]

mate this is not a 2021 model it is a 2020 model ps whats the fluff on your shirt I done a rego check

[@AggregateUser]

3:57 Your industry knowledge is second to none

[@TheHayabusa09]

I just bought a Ssangyong Musso Ultimate for 38k Drive away...

[@thumpergman]

Crazy why would ya

[@chippyjohn1]

How tall are you mate? Im 190 and need a fair bit of leg room. Does the extra cab have longer doors than the single or double cab. The 4x4 manual extra cab chassis does not come in blue. Toyota make options difficult.

[@bobmarli6095]

I’m tall also and the space cab is definitely the way to go as you can move the seat back but it all depends on your circumstances if you need to carry more than 2 people regularly then a dual cab is an obvious choice

[@jaiorourke7703]

Where is 2023 hilux sr 4x4 please

[@dannybartlett4225]

50k lmfaooo its 39k for the top model

[@agoran447]

Definitely not worth 50k i believe anywhere between 35k and 40k max

[@70xr7Cougar]

Prices are getting ridiculous on these pickups...

[@MachdaleLemish]

Want one..Wer do i sign?

[@rajaindo]

Buy a d-max. Much better safety features aswell as much as more appealing to look when compared to the old outdated hilux which is overpriced

[@Venom-nk8nd]

🇵🇬🇵🇬,..

[@superking1098]

It'll undoubtedly sell well because it's reliable and has a long history. Can't help but feel like it is a bit overpriced for what it offers however

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

They're no more or less reliable than their immediate competition. It's an urban myth. I have broken plenty of them off grid.

[@endzmeetmusic9053]

My mates 2015 sr5 whole dash stopped working lol i haven't seen that since the early 90s

[@fannyschmelar759]

Now they’re 60k 😂😂

[@ardyaprilianta9732]

If you use it for business and dont care about brand. Just get t60 ldv, if 1 broken then go buy another one for the price of 1 hilux.

[@stevendouglas6593]

You’d have to buy another one because if you tried to buy another brand of vehicle, they’d give you virtually nothing as a trade in.

[@CliveRose26]

Honestly, for the extra cab, just make it a two seater, unless you are a kid, those back seats aren’t gonna be very comfy to sit in.

[@bobmarli6095]

Those seats are for short trips and emergencies and the space is designed for extra storage primarily

[@omarkhatab1020]

Hell nah 50$k 😂😂😂😢

[@Naessey]

Nope. Way too much.

[@Chil3no90]

John, your a legend! Love the tradie jokes! Your the best on this channel! Ask for a a pay rise! 🤣👍

[@Deatomizer]

There are better choices for the money. Ranger is a better Ute bar none.

[@konival9753]

couldn't be more wrong

[@Big_Yin]

Midrange Triton with 4x4 at around 40-42k and 7 years warranty, speaks for itself.

[@chasingcars]

10 year warranty at the moment as well

[@Big_Yin]

@@chasingcars impressive

[@iainmacdonald7596]

Isn’t next model going to be a rebadged Nissan- no thanks

[@Big_Yin]

@@iainmacdonald7596 we're not talking about "the next model" but high five for joining in.

[@joebradley7595]

To keep your warranty you have to get your car serviced by the overpriced Mitsubishi service centers at the end of it you'd come out no better off

[@DMT267]

No alloys.......serious!!!!

[@rossptaylor4110]

Nope.

[@poyzdb]

Why are car reviewers in Australia still talking about whether or not a pallet fits in the tray. Clearly this isn't a use case because there are 1 gazillion utes on the road that isn't a Volkswagen Amarok. Or does VW pay you every time it's mentioned? 🤔

[@chasingcars]

If they did we’d be pretty rich. Fact is, it’s a good, easy to understand width measurement. And very few utes offer that kind of width. If it’s not relevant to you, fine. Doesn’t make it untrue.

[@poyzdb]

@@chasingcarsclearly the buying public doesn't agree

[@joebradley7595]

@@poyzdb people that use these work vehicles for work generally don't look at reviews on KZbin before buying these are the people that put pallets in their vehicles

[@lucashurst4191]

Navaras, Rangers and the D max are much better options

[@GlowingTube]

The pricing is ridiculous. I hope the Chinese turn this market on its ear.

[@mymingyen]

Anyone counted the number of times he said work ute?

[@craigwall8703]

50k for that hahahaha tell Toyota they are dreaming!

[@mixalis6168]

Hilux, is one of the worse utes i have ever driven, and pricing is a joke !!

[@spaketticarbonada9651]

Toyota is better than Holden.

[@chasingcars]

Toyota still exists, so that's something. (Too soon?)

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

What is a Holden?

[@gjmob]

@@CathodeRayNipplez I worked for Holden for 11 years, so the answer is Holden is a joke.

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

@@gjmob Who are Holden? I just looked at a carsales site for new utes and there's no such make.

[@mackenziechan7136]

yeah denetlygot 2021 sr5 myself man auto great love all that power and toqure

[@kiwitownmowing6798]

Better off getting a GWM ute for $10k less and loaded with a lot more gear

[@hrrrrrrr2084]

If you like dictature

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

Toyota knows people will pay the 'Hilux Tax' premium for the mythical 'unbreakable' moniker. I've had (and broken) countless work SR5's over the decades and they're ok, not great and not crap but I wouldn't buy one with my own money. Still underpowered and handles like a barge in the hills. Fuel economy when pushed isn't great either.

[@chasingcars]

Yep. Priced at the point where the market will (and does) pay.

[@billlmjhgy1715]

are you in their back pocket ie toyota ?

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

@@billlmjhgy1715 What on earth gives you that idea? I'll rephrase... What are you on about? Do you hear bells or voices too?

[@konival9753]

idiots like you break them because you have absolutely no idea how to maintain anything. nothing is unbreakable, but some things last a lot longer than others if maintained and serviced correctly.