Toyota HiLux MK7.III (2011-2015)

Too many issues to call it a good vehicle – Early 2013 3.0 Turbo Diesel. Purchased with 140.000 km on the odometer. Impeccable service records. Timing belt had been changed at a Toyota dealership, but the idler & tensioner had not been replaced. That cost $300.00 $2640.00 to replace injectors at 160.000 km. One mechanic quoted 4k for the injectors!!! Took four mechanics to read the… Read more

injectors values correctly, ( one of which is a SUPPOSED to be a Common Rail Diesel specialist - Yeah right!! ). The fourth mechanic showed me the feedback values, asked me if there was a cold knock ( yes there was ) explained why the job was necessary, and told me to stop driving the car immediately!!!!! Or risk burning a hole in a piston. Then $1000.00 to have the intake & EGR de carboned. Engine knock gone, post injector change but engine runs rough & has very low power intermittently. Maybe Suction Control Valve ?? Who knows! Back to the mechanic again. Not a lot of mechanics seem to know a great deal about Common Rail Diesel!! They think they know, but they don't really know! $350.00 automatic transmission service. $400.00 Pro Vent Catch can. If you buy one with 150.000 odd km expect to spend a fair bit of money making it run correctly. At 150,000 KM the injectors will need to be replaced & the timing belt, idler, tensioner & camshaft seals will need to be repalced. Oh! I almost forgot about the Toyota bulletin that's lets you know that the pistons are susceptible to cracking under sustained load! There"s a facebook page dedicated to it. If you are to believe what some people post, Toyota still pay for 1KD-FTV short motor piston failure in some cases. The pistons were upgraded in the 1KD-FTV 3.0 Litre Turbo Diesel Engine Engine in 2014, though an online search will tell you that there are still instances of pistons cracking. Search. 1KD-FTV. N70 Hilux, KUN26R Hilux All three terms apply to a Hilux with the 3.0Lt TD Engine. Parts are pretty expensive too! What next!!!!! I discovered that the previous owner had been charged about $500.00 over 14 services for cabin filter renewal, but I changed it & it definitely had never been changed, so what else wasn't done. More expense!! Some people seem to think all of the above is ok! I don't, I wish I'd never bought the car! 02/02/2021 Suction control valve replaced ( it is a wear item ) at a cost of about $900.00 as well as a bit of time spent on trying to diagnose the intermittent running issue. Definelty making more power post suction control valve replacement. 03/03/21 $500.00 for rear brakes, new slave cylinders, brake fluid change, wheel rotate & balance & cursory saftey check. $20.00 for Nulon Turbo charger Cleaner. Definelty making more power post the usage of this product. $88.00 for two bottles of Fuel Doctor. Definelty runs better whilst it's burning this stuff. Wish I'd have bought a V6 Hilux & just paid for the two to three litres of fuel extra per 100km that they use. This thing consistently uses 11 Litres per hundered on a 30/70 Highway/City cycle, whether I drive it hard or not. Standard sized Deegan 38 AT Tyres & 100kg of gravel in the back to keep the back settled. Diesel pre filter will be the next expense, another $400.00 I suppose. 15/03/21. Alternator kaput & replaced - $650.00 2 grand spent in 6 weeks. 18/3/21. Water pump will need to be done soon, as it's never been done. That'll be about $700.00 I reckon & whilst apart I may as well have the camshaft seals replaced as they should have been done when the idler & tensioner were replaced that'll be another $200 odd. Needs new front suspension & new shock absorbers in the rear. $1500-$1800! Oh, theses things have solid lifters ( I thought only race engines had solid lifters ) & according to Toyota the valve clearances should be adjusted periodically. I'm told it's a $1000.00 job.

Id get another – My first 2wd Hilux workmate was a petrol one purchased in 2007. (purchased new for $20500) The 3l turbo diesel is a much better engine, more torque and power at lower RPM and more economical. I got if for $26500 brand new in the end of 2014, including heavy duty tray 2550 long and with a tow bar. its a good plumbers work vehicle. I do have 2… Read more

criticisms though,...the touchscreen Radio/head unit loses its touch function along the lower 10mm band on the bottom of the touch screen,...this happened at only 40,000kms and almost had me changing the unit out (at my cost as vehicle was over 3yrs old) because I couldn't connect my new phone via bluetooth.

It intermittently corrects itself and I was able to input my new phone, but I have since discovered that this is a common fault with this model hilux.

My only other criticism is that my always carrying around at least 5-600kgs of Jetblaster and tool boxes has flattened out the rear leaf springs too much and I'm looking at getting them re-sprung with 3 extra leafs at only 55,000kms.

I was told at the suspension place that this is a common problem with all "1 tonne" utes that are constantly carrying up to or over half a tonne.

For the price and resale value at 5 to 6 years old,...ill probably get another one in 2020

Safe, practical, fit for purpose and great for towing – I traded an earlier Hilux for a 2012 SR5 to get a 2.5 tonne towing limit for my 2.2 tonne boat. I have done 37,000kms. I also wanted more airbags, more comfort, satnav (importantly has speed zones and advises when exceeding speed limits - excellent) and more safety features. While the SR5 does not have the bling of some other high spec utes, it… Read more

does everything exactly as it is meant to. It is simply fit for purpose. Towing is very good with electric break away brakes. Handling and braking all good for a ute. Great off road in the bush. Tough. It has never let me down. Best thing I did was add a DP Chip. It made the car run smoother, increased torque and power significantly and improved fuel economy about 10%. The only negatives are the 6 month service intervals (many competitors are 1 year), problems with the satnav and a mobile connecting, and the 2.5 tonne towing limit. I really want a 3 tonne limit to give me a safety margin. The fuel tank is too small for towing so I had to add an extended fuel tank. Added a Water Watch fuel filter as an essential safety measure. My wife is happy driving it!

Best car I ever owned – I bought my SR5 in 2014 done 223,000 some very long drives from Karratha WA to Perth WA and Sidney NSW to Tom Price WA with hotshots for mines. Car never give me any trouble just basic services and tyres. Never have done brakes on it. Drives much the same as the day I got it. Highly recommend the SR5 never let me down. Show details

7 Years & 220,000KM - Zero Issues! – Purchased our current Hilux new in 2013 and as of January 2020, still own it with no plans to sell. Have done 220,000km in that time and have only done standard servicing in that time - nothing has failed and we have had zero breakdowns. Is it the best or most capable 4wd on the market? No, but it has been outstandingly reliable for us with a mix… Read more

of daily driving, dirt roads, offroad touring, towing a van, beach driving and more.

Keep up the servicing and they are a tough little unit!

Good ute – I brought a new Hilux twin cab sr5 in 2014 and it was a good ute except the cruise control was very touchy it would kick back even on the slightest of hills but besides that it was a good solid ute with plenty of grunt I had the 4 litre fuel injection petrol motor with 4 speed automatic transmission and it certainly never run out of power, the… Read more

interior was a bit plasticy and the sat nav dropped in the screen which was fixed under warranty the seats where very comfortable and quite a good ride for a ute . The service was great loan car and capped price services is a good thing all in all a good ute .

Warranty is questionable – I purchased vehicle in early 2015 last of the 3L diesels. Thought I had made the right decision... vehicle is always serviced and well looked after. At about 15000km it developed a really bad knock in the engine when cold. Told dealer I bought it from “oh this is normal”. Took is for inspection at around 27000km told “ everything is within spec… Read more

and noise/rattle is from aftermarket exhaust (engine stock apart from this). Put up with this until around 45000km and took to another dealer which had vehicle for 1 week told the same all normal. Ended up getting new injectors noise fixed.... sent injectors to diesel Speacialist and 2 were found to be faulty and out of spec. All these costs were out of my own pocket. Spoke to both dealers were not interested and said because I’ve have got it fixed elsewhere they will not help. Would not recommend these vehicle and really have no idea what to buy next warranty is not worth the paper it’s written in and the dealers either have no idea how to fix or are not interested.

Disgrace – I have a 2015 SR. It is a total disgrace. First gear is useless, grinds whenever I tr and use it. Doesn't have the tray carry capacity they claim it has. Has the up and go of a 2 stroke lawn mower. Will think twice before buying another Toyota, despite being a fan for many years.  Show details

Overall experience – I brought a 2013 sr5 dual cab Hilux with 35,000km on the clock. Psychically the ute is great, I have a few mods; canopy, bullbar, 145 litre long range fuel tank, Sacaro seats.I find the in built gps is not very accurate even thorugh I went to Toyota to update the gps and went on a trip and the gps was telling me to go left/right and there was no… Read more

road. The air conditioning even though set on the coldest settings that it takes a while to cool the cabin. My fuel consumption is 12L/100km. I 80% of the time driving around town but I do some 4wdriving. Overall I am happy with my Hilux.

You can't beat a toyota !!! – I have a 2014 hilux diesel auto which is always serviced by Toyota service dealer bought it at 30000 now done 144000km . I also have a 2021 sr5 cruiser purchased new done 30,000km and it is primo . I don't let it idle and Both I drive hard ...thats what they like !! Some negative reviews where people do not get toyota to service them then you… Read more

will get problems. If you drive like a snail you will have a problem with dpf filter clogging or town driving only..... is the same ...all the instructions say when dpf light comes on regeneration in certain models then min 80km hr for min 45 min ...do people listen ....Nooooooooo This is not just for toyota this is all brands of diesels ...90% of the time don't blame the vehicle .....trade in the driver !!! and don't put Gull diesel in your hilux .....only do that if you want engine problems and lack of power ... Then you get some clowns that say it slides in wet all utes do ...put 4 sandbags in back it will drive like a different vehicle ... The rotors will warp if you wash it while still hot so don't do that So if your a grandad driver or you only drive around town that are short runs don't buy a diesel.... buy a petrol.......because all late model diesels don't like to be treated this way . You only have problems also if it's been serviced by a donkey . Toyota service from New its cheap don't be a tight crap ....hehe Face facts thats why toyota is number one ask any toyota driver on the road that doesn't drive like a snail and doesn't do around town driving only .. I am a dealer and I sell a different brand of diesel .... Fiat Ducato and they are identical to the hilux...(respect them and they respect you ) but we always educate the owners of the correct operation .

Reliable ute – My budget for work and family ute was $25,000. This budget was able to choose latest Triton, Colorado or Navarra. And some tells Hilux is overpriced. So I asked lots of question about these utes to my mechanic friend. According to his experience, Toyota was best recommend for me. I bought ex government hilux from a local dealership. It is… Read more

2012hilux Sr dual cab 4x4 3.0d4d. 150,xxx km and full log book serviced. For 3 month I have driven about 7000km both urban and highway. 4x4 driving few times for off road . Drives smooth. Cabin inside is very quiet compared with 2018 Isuzu dual cab I did test drive. Interior it is okay as I already drove Workmate. Wish there is rear aircon duct for kids. Anchor point is ready for babies. Fuel efficiency is not good but I didn't expect. For work only, I should single cab. Ute tub is limited uses. kids love to ride this ute than mum's SUV.

I love ggn15r Hilux It has the 4.0 litre v6 petrol engine – I use my Hulu everyday for work and leisure. The 4 litre v6 engine won't get get you as many KS to a tank as some other double cab utes but when you need the power it is definitely there. It's roomy in the cab and engine bay for changing oil and filters although the rare seats do lack a little space. Bad points are it's rather heavy on fuel and… Read more

parts are expensive but I guess what is in the these days.. I would definitely recommend these to trades or family's for camping or boat towing.

Ute – The new model and series is a leap from the last line of hiluxs and With more comfort and technology out into the car it really makes the Ute more better then the last, takes the hits and keeps on moving and that’s what you need in a Ute especially for a tradie  Show details

Great vehicle to own – I'm a Toyota man. My whole family is. Come to my house and you'll think you're in a Toyota car yard! This is my second lux (2014 SR5 TD dual cab) and I'm very happy with the look, feel and economy. It's my first diesel ever but after I got used to the "noise" I was fine. I get about 600 kms to a tank mostly city/suburban driving. My wife has a… Read more

horse so she packs the back with her junk. I seldom get to drive it! My first lux was 2006 petrol, dual cab with a hard lid. That was a hassle with camping and carting around the horsey stuff. We sold it to get a Camry for my wife when I retired. This one has a canopy which we both find more useful all around. I've only had it services once per the manual and nothing has gone wrong. I would reccomend in a heartbeat.

Good solid ute – Hilux drove well, under powered in today’s market but solid enough to do the job. Comfy to sit In for long drives, road noise quite low, reasonable price to service, fuel useage acceptable being 10lts per 100kms, interior one of if not be best quality as in no rattles or panels coming out over rough roads etc. not the market leader for tech In cab but all in all good vehicle.  Show details

two tray petrol hilux – Best thing i have ever bought.always have had old holdens they told me to test drive one .I was surprised I thought Japanese shot. But I must admit it works hard.it carry heavy loads as good as the holden brakes stops with a load read well.it always has half ton on board it gets 180 ks more out of the same amount of fuel as the old holden.… Read more

Really happy wouldn't be with out it.it a Japanese ute but it's good no wonder holden and Ford couldn't compete.

Reliable, never had to fix a thing in 5 years – Bought in 2012 and done 125,000km so far. Not one thing has gone wrong, just had to replace tyres and regular services. I've had other brands and they slowly seem to fall apart. Only draw back is the Toyota doesn't have all the fancy technology like the others. Ride is also rougher but it is a big 4wd and not a car.  Show details

Good car bad servicing – Great truck has had air con unit replaced Tx valve replaced GPS unit replaced front leather seat cracked after 40.000 kms Poor dealer service filters not changed brakes never adjusted air filter never cleaned Work ticked off and never done consistently Going to use non dealer servicing so I pay for work actually done 80000kms service done… Read more

and bad brakes hand brake not working , air filter not cleaned or replaced , guess none of this is part of a $700 plus service

Toyota Hilux Workmate - a very experienced vehicle - one owner but many previous drivers – In April 2017 I bought an automatic 2014 Toyota Hilux Workmate, single cab with an alloy tray. It had done 47,400 kms and was advertised as a one owner vehicle. Shortly after buying the Hilux I discovered it was an ex rental Hertz vehicle. How it had been treated in its previous life is unknown. To be fair it had been regularly serviced and of… Read more

course it was very, very clean! It came with a 12 month Warranty so I have plenty of time to discover any hidden problems.

Obviously the Hilux came very experienced with multiple drivers over its 3 years on the road and the tray was evidence it had been well used. To the casual observer it looks to be in very good condition overall. In the cabin it shows evidence of wear and tear but it is 3 years old. I smartened up the interior with a new set of lambs wool seat covers - much more comfortable than the vinyl underneath.

In just over 3 months I have had the Hilux serviced, put on new tyres, a rear vision camera, a mesh screen behind the rear window and additional rails under the tray. Being the base model it definitely needed these extras.

Since being serviced it has behaved extremely well. Starts on the first turn of the key in the ignition and the engine runs very smoothly. I have taken the Hilux into town and it performs very well in traffic. In the paddock I load it up and it has no problem transporting the debris to the bonfire site. It is proving to be extremely useful - my very large wheelbarrow with an engine!

My Hilux is not a sophisticated machine but it does have air con, CD Player, Am & FM Radio and a touch screen. However wind up windows and door locks that require the use of the key was rather retro.

The bottom line of course is it is proving to be very reliable, extremely useful and automatic! The optimistic Used Car salesman said to would do 500,000 kms , no problem As I only plan to do 5000kms per year as it is a second vehicle, so it should last a long time!

Good not great – Toyota used to mean very, very reliable. Fortunately it still is in this case. 3 litre turbo diesel with a tip tray is a very useful pairing. Plenty of power and of course 4WD and the famous old reliability make this the go-to ute for a great variety of functions.  Show details

Best auv money can buy – Great truck, never a problem, always reliable,sold my hilux to my sis in law when her merc suv broke down on her,she spent heaps on that car,she absolutely loves my toyota.I've since gone on to buy a 2011 corolla which I love.one day if I get back in some money I'll definitely go for another hilux,their absolutely awesome.  Show details

Top class vehicle that drives and performs far better than expected – I purchased a 2013 2WD Hilux SR single cab, diesel, with 27,000kms on the odometer earlier this year. I have always been a Toyota man, but I am very impressed with the comfort, the driveability, the roadholding, the build quality, and the outstanding fuel economy of this little work ute. It's a far cry from earlier models of Hilux (I previously… Read more

owned a 2004 model), with airbags, central locking, cruise control, bluetooth, and seating that is more than comfortable on long drives.

Doing a 400km trip in the 2004 Hilux wasn't an experience I enjoyed. Doing a 400km trip in this vehicle is something I really look forward to, such is its good roadholding, its turn of speed (120kmh cruise is a doddle), and its great fuel economy.

I regularly achieve under 8.5L/100kms on long runs at highway speeds, and under 8L/100km around the city.

I consider this fuel economy outstanding, as I have fitted a heavy steel tray as well as a Toyota step towbar, and the vehicle weighs 1860kgs empty.

The reliability of the Hilux is yet to be tested, but I see plenty with in excess of 250,000kms on the odometer and still running very well.

The final factor in my choice is the fact that Toyotas always hold their value well, and you can sell a used Toyota in good condition in a very short time, such is their reputation for build quality and reliability.

Toyota will out last the others – The 3ltr 1kd hilux is a good vehicle it may not be the most powerful or have have flash interior but its chassis is well built and strong as is its engine . With a good secondary fuel filter and injector seats and seals replaced regularly you will have no issues. Fuel consumption is not as good as other Utes on the market but it's not bad either,… Read more

if you find you have poor fuel consumption then your injectors need replacing.

My 2c! /diesel mechanic / done time with Toyota.

Awesome car love it – I bought my 2014 model SR auto, diesel in 2014 and have done 55,000km. It gives me 800k out of a 65 liter tank in the city. U can treat it as rough as u like and it loves it. They don't have the highest horse power engine but it does me and my 850kg camper trailer just fine.  Show details

Is reliable – Got a 2013 sr5 update model. Does everything it supposed to do. Not as fast as some other 4wd's but im happy with it and at the time it was the 2nd cheapest of the popular 4wd's. The gps and reverse camera are a good idea cause im crap at parking and I got no sense of direction  Show details

Awesome ute. A little primitive compared to other cars in class – Good Tough Work ute, Get about 600 to 650 K's out of 65 litre tank. Dashboard is tacky but simple like the driver. 130,000 k's on clock now. Good size inside. Don't flog it and you don't have problems. Same as all cars. As ute is safety pack the over sized brakes and ABS are awesome. Wrapped and good for another couple years. A good Fourby. After… Read more

mate bought current shape Hilux and very disappointed, next ute may be a D Max as friends and co workers are very happy with the Izuzu's.

Can't really complain – Honestly this car runs perfect only problem in 50000 kms were warped rotors which got fixed under warranty at Llewellyn Toyota (good people) interior is a bit simple and out dated, standard Tyers are too small. Good interior space compared to other competitors. Good fuel consumption. Love the stereo Bluetooth system.  Show details

I should've thrown my 50k in the bin – Bought a 2013 manual sr5 diesel hilux from Brian Hilton Toyota after owning a single cab hilux for 7 years. After 10,000k's the clutch needed replacing and again at 40,000k's and now again at 75,000k's. It also needs new injectors. I've only ever used it on the freeway and I'm half afraid to tow anything because of the clutch issues. Everytime… Read more

I've taken it to the dealership I've been made to feel like it's my fault and it's a hassel for them to fix it. Needless to say I won't be buying another Toyota.

Perfect for the Territory! – My husband and I bought this car because we live in the Territory which has rough roads and needs a 4x4. This car gives me the comfort I'm used to and makes those dangerous roads much safer. I always thought a big ute would be noisy but it's quiet and the reversing camera makes it so easy to park. We love it!  Show details

Very reliable – I own an '08 sr single cab (bought new) 4x4 3.0l turbo diesel (manual) use it on a daily basis and get 500klm per tank towing an 8x5 tandem trailer for work, still gets 650klm per tank non towing. Have not had any major problems just ticked over 160k on the odometer, apart from the Toyota paid recalls and usual water pump replacement (my mechanic… Read more

says he has done a few on these now) these are bullet proof. Still has original clutch too.

I bought the misses a '14 sr5 dual cab (bought new) 4x4 3.0l turbo diesel (auto) in December last year as her commodore wagon died and it was an absolute no brainer. Very safe for the family with side curtain airbags and EBD / VSC etc etc. 5 speed auto is great too for towing as we tow a 21ft caravan a few times a year and does it with ease. Her dual cab gets 700-750 klm per tank non towing which is about 100klm better than the v6 commodore we had, the only bad thing about the new lux is we fight about who's going to drive it!!!!!!!! Has just ticked over 20k and no probs.

I also believe it's the way you drive these utes too, they are not a petrol hatch / sedan / wagon and you have to adjust your driving style for this. I still let the turbo cool down for a few minutes on the daily drive (and tell the misses too also) after heavy towing / more than 2-3 hrs straight driving. They are a 4 cylinder motor not a v8 diesel like the old man just bought (200 series landcruiser). Now these things have some grunt!!!! But 30k more too............ I have only read brief reports on the "new hilux" yet to see any reviews yet about 3.5 tonne towing ability / new motors etc etc. Agreed with the few other reviews I've read, maybe we have been lucky to not get a lemon from new, but keeping in mind the purchased option of the 6 year extended warranty, it would be in the manufacturers best interest to have reliability in mind. You get what you pay for I reckon. Oh well might get that land cruiser one day.....................

Is this really a car, or did i just buy a golf buggy??? – Last year i was seriously injured as my brakes on my brand new Toyota failed. I ended dup in hospital for a month and in coma for 2 days. I thought it was just a one off so i bought a Toyota after my accident, and month later the engine broke down. This was very upsetting since everyone brags on how amazing Toyota is. I am going to spread the word… Read more

not to buy a Toyota. Not to mention my uncle's Toyota, the wheel was flat after a week of driving on smooth roads.

not great – 2013 Hilux 140,000 kms do not like it, Stereo unit is rubbish, phone drops off unexpectedly then will not reconnect ,iPod will not connect unless I turn Ute off and restart, only 2 x lap and diagonal seat belts in the back, gear box has long throws and hard to get from 5th to 4th some times, no reverse sensors or camera, glove box tiny, catch hand… Read more

on cruise control button when turning, under powered, uneconomical, clutch shudders when cold, power bulge in bonnet reduces vision, no power jacks in rear for kid's iPods, phones etc., temp reading on dash 2 degrees out all the time, rear suspension can not handle bumps mid corner, power mirror switch in wrong place should be able to reach without moving in seat, 4wd engage system antiquated for a 2013 model this is just way behind the times.