Skip's
4x4
Time to update my 4WD.
How about a nice new Toyota Hilux SR5 Turbo Diesel?
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A Nice White one, like the one pictured to the right ----> |
Oh what a feeling!
Reasons for choosing this vehicle:
- A bit taller & stronger than my Rodeo, so more suitable for driving off road.
- More power and torque from Toyota's new 3 litre turbo diesel engine, in fact 315Nm of torque compared to the Rodeo's 225. Quite a lot more!
- Like the Rodeo, it is recognised as a commercial vehicle, so is tax effective.
- The Toyota has more after market 4WD accessories available than Rodeo.
- The Toyota has more ground clearance than the Rodeo.
- Toyota's reputation for strength, reliability, and resale value.
- The SR5 model come with full electrics: Power windows, mirrors, & central locking.
- The SR5 also has a decent stereo: 3 in 1, CD, tape and AM/FM radio.
- The SR5 also come standard with 15" mag wheels & side steps (see top picture)
On Road
cost with air: ~$44000 inc gst (after fleet discount)
This price was
quoted by the team at Kalamunda Toyota. So far, the guys there have looked
after me very well. Let's see how much they offer me for a tradein on the
Rodeo...
Accessories that need to be added to the vehicle:
- ARB Bull bar ($1012 - all these prices include fitting)
- ARB Tow bar (~$400)
- ARB Air compressor & hose (~$400)
- ARB High Roof Canopy ($1779)
- Safari Snorkle ($466)
- Hella Rally 1000 Lights ($300)
- BF Goodrich 32x11.5R15 All Terrain KO tyres ($500 changeover)
- Roof rack: Existing Rhino aero-bars and basket from Rodeo.
- Axillary battery: Existing 91AH deep cycle battery from Rodeo.
Essential accessory cost = ~$4800 (fitted)
Accessories to add later:
- ARB air locking diff for rear diff (~$1200)
Estimated vehicle range calculations: Assume 10L per 100K x 66 Litres = 660K
More vehicle info from Toyota's web site:
http://www.toyota.com.au
