A supercharger has been used to harness 219kW out of the engine, up from the standard 175kW, with torque increased to over 400Nm from 376Nm. Top speed should be higher as well, but that will not mean too much in speed-averse Australia. Thus expect to see very quick sheep in Brisbane, Queensland from time to time, where the vehicle will be showcased during the Brisbane International Motor Show. Launch period is the second quarter of 2008. It is the second TRD to be made available in Australia after last year’s 241kW/323HP TRD Aurion.
Either way, new images have been released for the 300+ hp pick-up with turbocharged 4.0 liter V6 petrol engine. The engine has been co-developed by TRD and Magnuson Products Inc. and is capable of a 0-100 km/h time of just over 7 seconds, while consuming marginally less fuel than the naturally aspired HiLux SR5 double cab and is Euro IV compliant.
"Overall, drivers will notice a flatter, more controlled body motion with enhanced ride comfort that is more in keeping with an SUV than a truck. We are also proud of the fact that the TRD enhancements have improved the renowned off-road capabilities of the HiLux," said TRD chief engineer Stephen Castles.
"Overall, drivers will notice a flatter, more controlled body motion with enhanced ride comfort that is more in keeping with an SUV than a truck. We are also proud of the fact that the TRD enhancements have improved the renowned off-road capabilities of the HiLux," said TRD chief engineer Stephen Castles.
