Toyota launches new Hilux Legend 55 edition in South Africa: pricing and features

Every five years Toyota releases a new special edition Hilux to commemorate the market leading bakkie’s anniversary in South Africa. The new Legend 55 is the latest and greatest example of these.

The new edition, which is being launched to the media this week, is available in four versions, with the Xtra cab priced at R728,300 in 4x2 guise and R813,700 as a 4x4. The double cab equivalents are priced at R885,700 and R935,900 respectively, undercutting only the R999,000 GR-Sport in Toyota’s vast Hilux range.

The edition also features a unique exterior design package, which includes black grille treatment, a silver bash plate and new 18-inch alloy wheels, while the styling bar boasts a unique design. Also included in the package is a roller shutter and tow bar.

Legend 55 badging adorns the doors and tailgate, and you’ll find this unique branding on the interior scuff plates and front seat headrests too, while a special “55th anniversary” plaque also adorns the cabin.

Standard features include a nine-speaker JBL audio and infotainment system, dual-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control, downhill assist control, pre-crash system, and lane-keeping system.

The Hilux Legend 55 models are sold with a three-year or 100,000km warranty and a nine-service or 90,000km service plan.

Watch this space for full details and driving impressions from the launch early next week.