The Toyota Hilux range in Malaysia now has a returning member in the form of the 2.4E MT 4X4, bringing back the option of a double-cab Hilux for those who prefer to row their own gear ratios, according to a revised price list on the Toyota Malaysia website.
The previously available version, the 2.4G MT 4X4 was dropped in March from UMW Toyota Motor’s line-up in Malaysia as part of a range-wide price hike at the time, and the dual-cab manual transmission offering in the range is now represented by the E trim level, priced at RM110,880 on-the-road without insurance; the other is the more basic single-cab 2.4 MT 4X4 that is listed for RM95,880 OTR without insurance.
As the variant name denotes, the 2.4E MT 4X4 is a manual transmission version of the 2.4E AT 4×4, and as such it employs the same 2GD-FTV 2,393 cc inline-four VNT-equipped turbodiesel that produces 150 PS at 3,400 rpm and 400 Nm of torque from 1,600 rpm to 2,000 rpm.
Gearbox aside, the basic mechanical specification of the 2.4E MT 4X4 is identical to that of the AT variant in terms of suspension, brakes, driveline, steering as well as wheels and tyres, which continue to be 265/65R17 all-terrain tyres on alloy wheels along with a full-size spare on a steel wheel. Likewise, its ground clearance, fuel capacity, wheel tracks and cargo deck measurements are the same.
Exterior equipment on the 2.4E MT 4X4 similarly mimics that of the AT variant, featuring halogen reflector automatic headlamps with bulb DRLs, dark grey-painted radiator grille, front and rear bumpers in body colour and grey respectively, and power-adjustable side mirrors in black with indicators.
The same applies inside. The instrument panel is backlit and does without the multi-information display and Optitron setup of the 2.4V, while audio comes courtesy of six speakers and a CD player with radio tuner, MP3 playback, auxiliary audio input jack, USB and Bluetooth connectivity; the same as the AT version of the 2.4E 4X4.
Similarly, the manual dual-cab Hilux follows its AT sibling in offering manual air-conditioning, urethane four-spoke steering wheel (leather on the 2.4V) with controls for audio and Bluetooth hands-free operation, keyless entry, power windows (auto-down for driver only), black fabric seat upholstery, four-way manually adjustable driver and front passenger seats, and tip-up rear bench seats (2.4V gets 60:40 split-folding). Both E variants and the 2.4V get three drive modes and an electronic 4WD transfer dial.
Likewise, safety equipment on the 2.4E MT 4X4 mirrors those on the AT; both E variants (as well as the 2.4V) do without the pre-collision system (PCS) and lane departure alert, along with the blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (RCTA) that is present on the 2.4V.
Present on both manual and auto versions of the 2.4 E 4X4 are traction control, hill start assist, emergency stop signal, trailer sway control, ABS, EBD and brake assist and reverse sensors. Optional kit here include the front digital video recorder, reverse camera and panoramic view monitor (PVM).
In terms of passive safety kit, the 2.4 E MT 4X4 also follows the AT equivalent in offering three airbags, three-point seatbelts in all five seats and ISOFIX mounts on the outer rear seats. What do you think, dear readers – does the return of the DIY transmission make this the Hilux trim of choice for you?
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I love manual
The exterior is so rugged, the interior looks so cheap
This is just facelift only mah. What do you expect
Yalor, may upgrade and change to new interior to let those sohai upgrade again…marketing strategy….haaa
Design is subjective.
Interior feels much better than HR-V and Captur.
It’s comfortable than BMW X1 for 2nd row.
There should be a 50 % limit on sales of these beast vehicles.(annual quota)
Oh my..have u seen them overtaking over double lines..6 vehicles in a row ?
400 NM of torgue…no wonder they love to overtake.
Someone suggested the drivers should be subjected to pass special license.Why? They r not sedans.They r like smaller lorries, but with enormous overtaking power.
They can be road bullies due to their imposing size.
Lately,a woman driver in such a vehicle was involved in a
deadly smash up.
Wee Wee..stop memantau.Do something to protect innocent drivers of smaller vehicles.A Myvi or Axia stand no chance head on ,smash up with these beasts.
Then what is the purpose of pick up truck for…Pick up truck is not mainly for racing cars but for commercial vehicles….With 400NM torque with such pick up truck is even far behind to catch-up with sports car…..Maybe you don’t know about cars much including horsepower, weight and torque
We r not talking about Poshe, ferrari sports cars..their numbers r negligible.
We r talking about vast numbers of these killer machines, like lorry size but 40-50% are too aggressive on the road,when they overtake.
It will be good if WEEWEE subject the drivers to special tests to gauge their competency before driving such powerful vehicles.
NOt all r rogue drivers,but majority on the road dont care if your auntie is driving a myvi in its pathway.
Can u imagine a 3 ton lorry with 400 NM of torque overtaking your Axia? If u dont give way,you will be smashed up.
This isn’t monster truck. Tried and see whether is more powerful than Ford Ranger and Isuzu D-max when comes to top speed and acceleration. They are almost same range now
Majority small truck drivers should not do that with this behaviour when comes to the road, especially after buying new Hilux or Triton or D-Max or whatever it is.
Then we need to learn to give way – it’s called defensive driving regardless of the size of the vehicle.
Mana ada 400nm??? senang senang 500nm of torque lah… Aiyooh….:-)
500 NM torque ? Nama Hilux lagi Rogue..semi ban ini road monster.You memang betul.
But in terms acceleration and top speed, did you think is almost the same as Ford Ranger and Isuzu D-Max? You should tried and see whether this car is monster truck or not
Driven both manual and automatic version of this hilux..for every day use the automatic provides stress free driving..unless one goes off road on a daily basis..
If the gearshift quality is like the Honda CRZ.then maybe i go manual..
Manual is the best!!!
Waiting for Hilux GR
I saw this interior 15 years ago. very nostalgic
2.4 cc?? No one will buy liao. Low CC pickup is the hot thing today. Isuzu 1.9cc is the latest hot cakes. Toyota hilux outdated liao. 2.4 cc lol….
2.4cc or 2.8cc or 1.9cc or whatever it is. No matter much. People love toyota hilux because of durable and power
with the high road tax and high inflation, low CC is the best option for many. Isuzu is selling like kacang putih, order full for the 1.9cc Dmax. Hilux 2.4cc daus are numbered. Nowadays engine seldom kacau la for most asian brand. most important if got many people buy that model than spare parts will be cheap. Isuzu selling million globally because of its lower cc
Hailak
Good info as described but image provided not tally with 2.4E Manual instead of fullspec Toyota Hilux 2.8 Rogue.