Toyota Hilux re-introduced in Japan after hiatus

By CARSIFU | 29 September 2017


TOYOTA CITY: Toyota Motor Corporation announced the reintroduction of the Hilux into the Japanese market after a 13-year hiatus, alongside the debut of the partially redesigned Land Cruiser Prado on Sept 12. The special specification FJ Cruiser model launches through Toyota dealerships across Japan on Oct 16.

In introducing the Hilux to the Japanese market, chief engineer Masahiko Maeda, who serves as the product's development manager, noted that "while sales in Japan ended in 2004, there are still around 9,000 owners who mainly use the Hilux for work. Many people have called for its reintroduction, and we wanted to properly respond to their needs and those of similar customers."

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The partially redesigned Land Cruiser Prado, sporting a new, refined exterior that lends an air of strength and innovation to the vehicle, also now comes with the Toyota Safety Sense P collision avoidance support package as standard in all grades.

The latest model of the FJ Cruiser marks the vehicle's special specification "Final Edition" model and features a special shade of beige throughout the interior and exterior of the vehicle that creates a distinctive sense of modernity.

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