The terror of Fiat Toro and Chevrolet Montana: Toyota revolutionizes the automotive industry with the launch of the new pickup truck inspired by the Corolla Cross SUV
The current automotive craze is SUV-based pickup trucks, which have a more urban and less brutish style. And it is Toyota that is leading this segment, developing this new category of cars for 3 years. The result of this research is the concept known as “EPU”, which will be the basis for the brand's new pickup truck, called mini Hilux.
Toyota is preparing to introduce the first flex hybrid Corolla pickup truck on the market. Planned to take place at the Sorocaba factory, São Paulo, Toyota production was strategically decided by the location, capable of accommodating the manufacture of all the company's models in Brazil. First released by Autos Segredos, this news ushers in a period of anxiety for fans of the brand.
Meet Toyota's new pickup truck in 2025! Mini Hilux promises to annihilate rivals Toro and Montana
Toyota's new launches: Mini Hilux, Yaris Cross and the long-awaited SUV Corolla Cross promise to be successful in Brazil and sell like crazy!
The 'mini Hilux' is a pickup truck smaller than the famous and large Hilux, with dimensions slightly smaller than the Fiat model. It fits perfectly into this new segment of urban pickup trucks, which will soon have competition from the new Oroch and a version from Nissan.
Although Toyota has not officially confirmed the name of the model, there is speculation that it could be called Stout, a name already used by the brand in the past for a compact pickup truck. The basis of the future model could be the TNGA call, which will also be used in the Yaris Cross, another car from the brand.
The Yaris Cross will be assembled and sold in Brazil from 2024, which may indicate the possibility of manufacturing the new pickup here, as the much-loved Corolla Cross arrives in Brazilian territory this April!
Mini Hilux comes to end the reign of the Fiat Strada, which was the best-selling car in Brazil in the last two years
The success of compact pickup trucks in the Brazilian market is evident. The Fiat Strada, for example, was the best-selling car on the market for the last two consecutive years.
Brazilian consumers have a special preference for these small and brave utility vehicles.
Toyota's new pickup comes with less brutal lines than its bigger Hilux and Tacoma sisters
The SUV-based design of the mini Hilux is based on the “EPU” concept, which features less brutal and smoother lines compared to its larger sisters, such as the Hilux and Tacoma. The profile of the pickup is very square, with creases and angular cutouts.
The roof is painted black and the wheel arches are rectangular in shape, with unpainted moldings, as are the door sills. The rear of the pickup takes us back to Montana. It is possible to observe a certain similarity between these two vehicles.
A futuristic interior
The interior of the mini SUV Hilux' concept is very futuristic, with clean lines and a digital dashboard. The instruments use a 100% digital screen, which is combined with another larger multimedia screen. Equipment should include items such as airbags, reversing camera, face-to-face key, rain sensor, adaptive cruise control, blind spot warning, automatic braking, lane keeping assistant and front and rear parking sensors, among other comfort features. and security.
New Hilux pickup comes equipped with a 1.5 Flex aspirated engine and a combined power of up to 110 horsepower
Inspired by the Corolla Cross SUV, the presented Stout concept is equipped with a 100% electric power plant, but data on this engine has not yet been released. It is possible that the production version will use a 1.5 Flex aspirated engine in conjunction with electric motors, resulting in a combined power of up to 110 horsepower. This is the same set that will probably be used in the Brazilian Yaris Cross, if it is manufactured here.
How much will it cost? Stout promises to come with a more competitive price to attract Brazilians and annihilate rivals Fiat Strada, Toro and Chevrolet Montana
Price and Launch. The mini Hilux should aim for Fiat Touro price tags, which start at around R$150.000. However, although Japanese cars tend to be a little more expensive, the mini Hilux promises to come with a more competitive price in order to attract Brazilians and annihilate sales of rivals Fiat Strada, Toro and Chevrolet Montana. The new Toyota pickup truck is expected to be launched in Brazil between 2024 and 2025.
The mini Hilux, inspired by SUV models, is Toyota's new bet in the urban pickup truck segment. With a striking design, futuristic interior and modern engine and equipment options, this pickup promises to win over Brazilian consumers. Its launch is scheduled for the next few years and will certainly be another success for the Japanese automaker.
Now it's your turn to give your opinion! What do you think of Toyota's mini Hilux? Do you own a branded car or are you thinking about purchasing one? Do you think this pickup has the potential to stand out in the Brazilian market and compete with Fiat Toro, Strada, and Chevrolet Montana? Leave your opinion in the comments below! Don't forget to turn on CPG notifications to keep up with all the latest news from the automotive world. To the next!
