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Toyota Hilux Single Cab New Generation vs JAC T6 Single Cab: the short answer
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Specification
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Maximum Power
Hilux Single Cab New Generation-
T6 Single Cab102 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
Hilux Single Cab New Generation-
T6 Single Cab320 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm
Engine Size
Hilux Single Cab New Generation-
T6 Single Cab1999 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Hilux Single Cab New Generation-
T6 Single Cab16.39 km/l
Ground Clearance
Hilux Single Cab New Generation-
T6 Single Cab197 mm
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Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Generation
Ninth-generation Hilux Single Cab confirmed for South Africa; final local derivative matrix pending
South African introduction of new T6 Single Cab derivative in January 2026
Body Style
Pickup
Single-cab pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
active
Segment
Single-cab bakkie
One-tonne single-cab bakkie
Vehicle Type
Light Commercial Vehicle
Light commercial vehicle
Model Introduced Year
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2026
Facelift History
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Introduced in South Africa in January 2026; no subsequent facelift announced
Facelift Launched Since
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Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending
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Not Applicable
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Seating Capacity
2 seats
2 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
1 rows
Doors
2 doors
2 doors
Length
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5315 mm
Width
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1830 mm
Height
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1815 mm
Wheelbase
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3090 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
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197 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
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Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
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76 l
Boot/Cargo Space
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Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight
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1740 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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2740 kg
Payload Capacity
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1000 kg
Towing Capacity
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1400 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
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6.2 m
Front Headroom
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
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Not Applicable
Front Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Ownership Role
Work-focused single-cab pickup preview
Current South African light-commercial single-cab derivative
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Current official suggested retail price, VAT included
Price Zar
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314900 ZAR
Starting Price
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314900
Starting Price Zar
-
314900
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Engine
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2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
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Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
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Diesel
Hybrid System
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Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
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1999 cc
Cylinders
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4
Cylinder Layout
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Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
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Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
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Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
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Turbocharged
Fuel System
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Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
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16.5:1
Bore
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Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
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102 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
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320 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm
Combined Power
-
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
-
Not Applicable
Motor Type
-
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
-
Not Applicable
Motor Location
-
Not Applicable
Drive Type
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RWD
Transmission
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6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
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Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
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Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
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Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
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Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
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Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
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Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
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Not Applicable
Battery Type
-
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
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Not Applicable
Electric Range
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
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Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
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Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
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Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
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Not Applicable
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Gearbox
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6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
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Rear-wheel drive (4x2)
LSD Available
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Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case
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Not Applicable
Differential Lock
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Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
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Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
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6
Transmission Type
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Manual
Clutch Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
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Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
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Manual
Drivetrain
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Rear-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
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Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
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Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
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Not Applicable
4WD Selector
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Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
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Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
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Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
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Manual
Low Range Ratio
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Not Applicable
Low Range
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Not Applicable
Axle Layout
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4x2
Rear Differential Lock
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Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Speeds
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6
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Claimed Mileage
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16.39 km/l
City Mileage
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11.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
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15.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
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76 l
Emission Standard
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Euro 2
AdBlue Tank Capacity
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Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
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Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
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16.39 km/l
Charging Port Type
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Not Applicable
Charging Type
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Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
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76
Combined Driving Range
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Over 1100 km
Electric Consumption
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Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
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Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
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Not Applicable
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Airbags
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2
ABS
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Yes
Electronic Stability Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Traction Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Descent Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Start Assist
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Not Officially Disclosed
Child Safety Lock
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Not Officially Disclosed
ISOFIX Mounts
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Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Assist
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Not Officially Disclosed
Tyre Pressure Monitor
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Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Immobiliser
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Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
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Driver
Front Parking Sensors
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Not Officially Disclosed
AEB
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Not Officially Disclosed
BA
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Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Override System
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Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
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Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Airbag
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Yes
EBD
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Yes
Engine Immobiliser
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Yes
Hill Hold
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Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Airbag
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Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
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Driver and passenger
Seatbelt Reminder
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Driver
Side Airbags
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Not Officially Disclosed
Stability Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
TCS
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Not Officially Disclosed
Knee Airbag
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Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
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Yes
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Cruise Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Keep Assist
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Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Departure Warning
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Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Monitoring
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Not Officially Disclosed
Parking Sensors
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Rear
Rear View Camera
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Yes
360 Degree Camera
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Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
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Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Fatigue Alert
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Not Officially Disclosed
Traffic Sign Recognition
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Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
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Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Wipers
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Parking Sensors
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Yes
Reverse Camera
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Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Park Assist
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Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
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Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Warning
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Not Officially Disclosed
Forward Collision Warning
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Seat Material
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Leatherette
Heated Seats
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Not Officially Disclosed
Ventilated Seats
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Not Officially Disclosed
Ambient Lighting
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Not Officially Disclosed
Steering Wheel Material
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Leather-trimmed
60 40 Split Seat
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Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
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Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
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Not Officially Disclosed
Seat Trim
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Leatherette
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Climate Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Power Windows
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Yes
Keyless Entry
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Yes
Push Button Start
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Not Officially Disclosed
Wireless Charging
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Not Officially Disclosed
Sunroof
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Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Tailgate
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rain Sensing Wipers
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Not Officially Disclosed
AC Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Infotainment System
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9-inch touchscreen entertainment system
Apple CarPlay
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Yes
Android Auto
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Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
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Yes
Number of Speakers
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2
Digital Instrument Cluster
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Not Officially Disclosed
USB Ports
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1
Infotainment Screen
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9-inch
Touchscreen
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9-inch
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
LED Headlamps
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No
Daytime Running Lamps
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Not Officially Disclosed
Fog Lamps
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Rear fog lamps
Roof Rails
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Not Officially Disclosed
Exterior Colour Options
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Not Officially Disclosed
Headlights
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No
Panoramic Sunroof
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Approach Angle
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29.6 deg
Departure Angle
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22.4 deg
Wading Depth
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Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
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Not Officially Disclosed
Locking Differential
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD System Type
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Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Tyre Size
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245/65 R17
Front Brake Type
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Disc
Rear Brake Type
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Drum
Spare Wheel Type
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Steel
Wheel Rim Size
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17
Handbrake Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Front Suspension
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Independent double wishbone with coil springs
Rear Suspension
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Leaf springs
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
CO2 Emissions
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Service Plan
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Hilux Single Cab New Generation
T6 Single Cab
Warranty
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5 years / 100000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Hilux Single Cab New Generation and T6 Single Cab comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.
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What the evidence means
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Hilux Single Cab New Generation vs T6 Single Cab questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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