Hilux gets XTra Cab option Toyota South Africa has filled the gap between the popular Hilux single- and double-cab bakkies with a new ‘Xtra Cab’ model. The Xtra Cab ‘stretched cabin’ layout is familiar to many owners and offers an extra 500mm of cabin space over the single cab, creating a storage area behind the two individual front seats for the safe and secure storage of valuables and equipment.
The extra space created by the 500mm cab extension is immediately evident once behind the steering wheel. Access to the rear storage space is easy, thanks to tilt and slide front seats. Interior luxuries, to Raider specification levels and mirroring that of the double-cab range, include a radio/CD player with MP3 functionality, Optitron instrumentation, height adjustable power steering with leather trim on steering wheel, cruise control, electric windows and tinted windows all round. Vehicle safety is well taken care of with the fitment of ABS, dual airbags and side impact protection. Both versions also offer remote central locking and an immobiliser as standard.
Two versions of the Hilux Xtra Cab will be available, offering the choice of a 4×2 or 4×4 drive train. Both versions will be mated to Toyota’s well-known and trusted 3.0 D-4D turbodiesel engine. The engine offers 120kW at 3 400r/min and 343Nm of torque in a linear band between 1 400 and 3 200r/min. The 3.0 D-4D is also no stranger to arduous towing tasks thanks to its turbo charger and, more importantly, its intercooler. Both versions of the Hilux Xtra Cab are fitted with a locking rear differential and a five-speed manual gearbox. The 4×4 version adds an automatically locking front differential as well, while both versions offer 212 mm of ground clearance. Cosmetically, the XTra Cab features chrome trim on the grille, side mirrors and rear bumper step and will be complimented with alloy wheels and aluminium side steps, which is included in the retail price. Other benefits include an LED high-level stop lamp, double skinned load box, added plate protection for the gearbox, engine, fuel tank and, in the 4×4 version, for the transfer box. The Xtra Cab is also fitted with a large 80-litre fuel tank with remote fuel cap opener. The load box is 1805 mm long, compared to 2315 mm on the single cab and 1520 mm on the double cab. The Hilux Xtra Cab is sold with a 5-year/ 90 000km service plan and a 3-year/ 100 000km warranty and roadside assistance plan. Prices start at R294 900. - Kevin Willemse