Everything you need to know about the new Rugged X

Everything you need to know about the new Rugged X

Posted: 3/12/2020
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HiLux has built a legendary reputation as a trusted partner for those who want a tough and reliable vehicle. This year HiLux is tougher and more advanced than ever before! The new Rugged X has been built to dominate on-road and off, loaded with special features and upgrades, you’ll definitely want to check this vehicle out. Lucky for you, it’s available RIGHT NOW!

Dominate Australian Roads

The Rugged X HiLux has been through a lot! Every feature has been rigorously tested to make sure it can handle all terrain from the city to the outback. Another BONUS for this HiLux is that it was developed and tested right here in Australia! So, you can rest easy knowing your next HiLux can handle anything the Aussie environment throws at it.

2020 Rugged X Design & Style

The 2020 Rugged X has gone through some major style upgrades! The new vehicle boasts cutting-edge exterior lines complimented with angular styling giving it a stylish new look! Satin black exterior door handles and mirror scalps paired with matte black and chrome door trim give it a sleek and luxurious look. The Rugged X also showcases a unique trapezoid grille with well-defined LED headlamps, fog lamps, and tail lamps.

2020 Rugged X Interior Features 

Would you believe that this rough and reliable vehicle is also fitted with the latest technology and features? Tough on the inside but luxurious on the inside, what more could you want? The Rugged X interior features an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a smart entry and start system and a black leather accented interior! Other key interior features include:

  • 9 speaker JBL sound system 
  • Reversing camera 
  • Satellite navigation 
  • Heated front seats
  • All-weather floormats 
  • Electrochromatic rear-view mirror 
  • Automatic climate control 

2020 Rugged X Exterior Features

This 4x4 has already been loaded with special features so you won’t have to wait to start your 4-wheel driving adventures! These specialised features include:

  • Bash plate 
  • Head duty rear bumper 
  • LED light bar 
  • Front & rear recovery points
  • Underbody Rock rails 
  • Snorkel 
  • Tow bar

2020 Rugged X Power

If there’s one thing we all know about the HiLux range, it’s that they’re powerful performers! The 2020 Rugged X has a 2.8L turbo-diesel engine that produces 150kW of highlight responsive power and 500Nm (6-speed automatic transmission) or 420nM (6-speed manual transmission) of torque. When it comes to towing capacity, the Rugged X has a 3,500kg braked towing capacity!

2020 Rugged X Safety

Your safety is our NUMBER ONE priority! To ensure your safety is first and foremost the Rugged X has 7 SRS airbags fitted as standard and you’ll find ISOFIX anchors for 2 child restraints in the rear seat including 2 top tether anchors.

This new HiLux has also been fitted with drive start control to help suppress the impact of sudden acceleration, trailer sway control and of course, Toyota Safety Sense which includes:

  • Pre-collision safety system 
  • Road sign assist
  • Active cruise control 
  • Lane departure alert with steering assist

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