Toyota Rugged X adopts a more aggressive look with its upmarket HiLux version now with more power. In early 2018 Toyota moved its HiLux range upmarket with the introduction of the Rogue and Rugged X.
Now with 150kw and 500 Nm the 2020 upgraded Rugged X boasts 3.5T towing capacity, revised suspension and power steering as well as a recalibrated 6 speed auto transmission all of which are welcome improvements.
Comfort features include leather heated front seats, Larger 8 inch centre screen display, Apple Car Play and Android Auto, and a premium JBL 9-speaker sound system.
Rugged X additions include special redesigned grill, heavy-duty front springs, snorkel with a reversible head, red-painted front and rear recovery points, heavy-duty rock rails, recreational sports bar, moulded tub tray with tailgate protection, and a heavy-duty rear bumper with integrated step all of which are fully engineered into the core vehicle and covered by the standard factory warranty.
Impressive lighting performance includes outboard driving lights and a centrally mounted LED light bar.
Fully equipped for off-road adventures straight out the showroom, the Rugged X is priced from $69,990 plus the usual costs.
Im Rob Fraser
What is good?
- Very Stylish
- Improved power and torque
- 4WD and towing capability
What is not so good?
- Missing some safety features
- Sports bar a little intrusive
- Pricey
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Model 2020 Toyota HiLux Rugged X Dual Cab 4WD Ute
- Model Price $69,990 MLP*
- Engine 2.8 L Four Cylinder Turbo CRD
- Drivetrain 4WD 6 speed Auto
- Power 150 kW @ 3400 rpm
- Torque 500 Nm @ 1600 – 2400 rpm
- Safety Five Star ANCAP
- CO2 Emissions 254 g/km
- Economy ADR 8.4 L/100km
- Tow Capacity 3500 kg
- Tow Ball Rating 350 kg
- Servicing Fixed Price
- Warranty 5 yr/Unlimited km 5 Yr roadside assist
*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.
Overall Rating
Overall Rating: 86/100
- Behind the Wheel 8
- Comfort 8
- Equipment 9
- Performance 9
- Ride & Handling 8
- Practicality 9
- Fit for Purpose 9
- Towing Ability 10
- Off Road Ability 10
- Value for Money 8
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Toyota HiLux Rugged X
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Fully equipped for off-road adventures straight out the showroom, the Rugged X is priced from $69,990 plus the usual costs.
