Toyota Hilux Vs Nissan Navara Comparison

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2016 Toyota Hilux
VS

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Nissan Navara

Welcome to the Toyota Hilux vs Nissan Navara comparison for the 2016 models (for sale from November 2015). The Navara has a few months head start to new Hilux and it definitely needs it in terms of marketing. The new Hilux doesn’t need any further introduction just released and probably on top of the sales charts. We don’t expect the Hilux to be the best ute in the class but we expect it to be completely reliable regardless of what ever we need to use it for! The Hilux represents Toyota’s marketing and branding for so long and that history is it’s ultimate power above all.

2016 Toyota Hilux vs Nissan Navara exterior comparison: The Hilux has never been an outright good looking ute and this model the new Hilux is no different. As a clean sheet model we think that it was clearly designed with the ages old Toyota template of make a good looking car then use the current car design touches, feature a ‘controversial’ element and then tone it down – inoffensive is probably the best description. The best feature is the Prado like squared off wheel arches which is a highlight against it’s competitors which have circular ones. The Navara has always been  one of the best looking utes in the class.

2016 Toyota Hilux vs Nissan Navara interior comparison: Both ute interiors look great in photos however in real life while nice does not equal the images. The base models are literally basic compared to the top range you see in the pictures. Lighting, Photoshop and a great camera do wonders. We tossed and turned checked them out several times and agreed that the more conventional Navara interior was nicer while the new Hilux interior didn’t feel quite as homely.  Both interior makes the GXL 120 series Prado and the 150 series feel underdone – next to the SR5 model that is…

2016 Toyota Hilux vs Nissan Navara engines and technology comparison: A win to the Navara for a simplified engine line up of 3 engines, petrol, turbo diesel and twin turbo diesel. There is no rip off turbo tweaking charging unnecessarily more in the Navara lineup.  It’s wins easily. The Hilux lineup comes with 5 choices including the rip off tweaking turbo charging stupidity. The Hilux has the option of latest off-road 4wd system including off-load traction control but so does the Navara.

2016 Toyota Hilux vs Nissan Navara drive comparison: Coming soon.

The conclusion so far is not conclusive since we can only do a spec and showroom comparison at this stage. So based on that we can say it’s a draw. However based on price though the Navara wins since it comes with more features as standard than Hilux and for a lower and sharper price. Sure it doesn’t have the brand image of the Hilux, but it is the next though in terms of outright street cred. We can’t help thinking that the Navara is for older buyers while the Hilux is for the younger crowd.

Note that the specifications are for the most popular variant the 4×4 Dual-cab.

Toyota Hilux (2016)
Nissan Navara
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Engines
1GR-FE – V6 Petrol
Twin Cam with VVTi EFI
4 Litre (3956cc)
Claimed 175Kw @ 5200RPM
Claimed 376Nm @ 3800RPM
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IL4 Diesel
DOHC 16V DI CR
Single turbo 2.3 Litre (2298cc)
Claimed 120Kw @ 3750 RPM
Claimed 403Nm @ 1500 PM
1GD-FTV – IL4 Diesel
Turbo- Intercooler – DI – CR
2.8Litre (2799cc)
Claimed 130Kw @ 3400RPM
Claimed 450Nm @ 1400RPM
or
Claimed 125Kw @ 3600RPM
Claimed 343Nm @ 1400RPM
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IL4 Diesel
DOHC 16V DI CR
Twin Turbo  2.3 Litre (2298cc)
Claimed 140Kw @ 3750 RPM
Claimed 450Nm @ 1500 PM
2GD-FTV – IL4 Diesel
Turbo – Intercooler – DI – CR
2.4 Litre (2399cc)
Claimed 110Kw @ 3400RPM
Claimed 343Nm @ 1400RPM
or Claimed 400Nm @ 2000RPM
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IL4 Petrol
DOHC 16V DI CR
2.5 Litre (2488cc)
Claimed 122Kw @ 6000 RPM
Claimed 238Nm @ 4000 PM
2TR-FE – IL4 Petrol
DOHC 16 valve with VVTi
2.7 Litre (2693cc)
Claimed 127Kw @ 5200RPM
Claimed 245Nm @ 4000RPM
Weight
FROM Approx 1775Kg (4×4)
Towing capacity up to 3500kg
From 1900kg
Towing capacity up to 3500kg
Fuel capacity & consumption
Up to 80 litres
1GR-FE – V6 Petrol 13.6-14 lts per 100km
2TR-FE – IL 4 Petrol 10.4 lts per 100km
1GD-FTV Diesel 8.5 lts per 100km
2GD-FTV Diesel 8.5 lts per 100km
Up to 80 litres
IL4 Petrol 9.7 lts per 100km
IL4 Turbo Diesel 6.5 lts per 100km
IL4 Twin Turbo Diesel 7 lts per 100km
Other specifications
5 speed or 7 speed Auto or 6 speed manual
Overall height/width 1815/1855
Overall length/wheelbase 5330/3085
Tray Lxxxmm x Wxxxmm x Dxxxmm
Total payload – up to 1250kg (Approx)
ANCAP safety rating x/5
6 speed manual or 7 speed Auto
Overall height/width 1800/1790
Overall length/wheelbase 5255/3150
Tray L1503 x W1560 x D474 mm
Total payload capability 1034kg (Approx)
NCAP safety rating ?/5
Capability
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach 31 Departure 26 Breakover N/A
Minimum ground clearance 279 mm
Water Fording depth 700mm MAX
4WD system: Part time 4×4 High & Low range
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach 31′ Departure 25′ Breakover 21’xx
Minimum ground clearance xxxmm
Water Fording depth N/A Max
4WD system: Part time 4×4 High & Low range
Performance
Pricing (Dual-Cab)
2015 $43,990 – 57,990 AUD
*Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc…
2015 $26,490 – 54,490 AUD
From $39,990 Dual Cab 4WD
*Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc…