Toyota Hilux - Generation 6 (1997-2004)

TOYOTA HILUX (1997-2004)

The sixth generation Hilux arrived in 1997 with the SR5 and Standard models being available. The 2.4 engine (shared with the Revo and Hiace) are for two wheel drive while the 2.8 is reserved for four wheel drive models.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	4x4 SR5/J Series	4x4 Standard/DLX	4x2 XS/J Series	4x2 Standard/DLX
Years Available	1997-November 2004. J Series: April 2002	1997-November 2004	1999-November 2004. J Series: April 2002	1997-November 2004
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	3L 2.8 OHC 8V I4	3L 2.8 OHC 8V I4	2L 2.4 OHC 8V I4	2L 2.4 OHC 8V I4
Horsepower	88hp @ 4,000rpm	88hp @ 4,000rpm	83hp @ 4,200rpm	83hp @ 4,200rpm
Torque	185Nm @ 2,400rpm	185Nm @ 2,400rpm	162Nm @ 2,400rpm	162Nm @ 2,400rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	Distributor Type	Distributor Type	Distributor Type	Distributor Type
Transmission	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	66 Liters	66 Liters	66 Liters	66 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,785mm	4,785mm	4,915mm	4,915mm
Width	1,700mm	1,690mm	1,700mm	1,700mm
Height	1,790mm	1,800mm	1,645mm	1,630mm
Wheelbase	2,860mm	2,860mm	2,850mm	2,850mm
Curb Weight	1,665kg	1,645kg	1,475kg	1,475kg
Body Style	4 Door Pick Up	4 Door Pick Up	4 Door Pick Up	4 Door Pick Up
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Leaf Spring	Leaf Spring	Leaf Spring	Leaf Spring
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tires	255/70 R15	205 R16C	205/75 R15	195 R14C
Wheels	15 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Steel	15 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	0	0	0	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	None	None	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	None	None	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Chrome Bumpers and Radiator Grille, Chrome Door Handles and Side Mirrors. J Series Adds: Spray On Bedliner	Adds: Black Bumpers, Light Grey with Chrome Grille, Black Side Mirrors and Door Handles	Adds: Chrome Bumpers and Radiator Grille, Chrome Door Handles and Side Mirrors. J Series Adds: Spray On Bedliner	Black Bumpers, Light Grey with Chrome Grille, Black Side Mirrors and Door Handles
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Fixed	Tilt	Fixed
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric (Regular Model) or Leather (J Series)	Fabric	Fabric (Regular Model) or Leather (J Series)	Vinyl
Other Interior Features	Adds: Dual Center Console Box, Front Seat Back Pocket. J Series Adds: Window Visors	Adds: None	Adds: Carpeted Floor Mats. J Series Adds: Window Visors	None
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks	Steering	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	4	2	4	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None
Alarm	Yes	None	Yes	None
Keyless Entry	Yes	None	Yes	None
NOTES
RIVALS	Ford Ranger, Isuzu Fuego, Mitsubishi L200, Nissan Frontier