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Toyota Hilux VII (2005–2015)
Toyota Hilux VII: pick-up, 2005–2015. This page covers 3 powertrains from 120 to 171 hp: Diesel. Each version’s dates help distinguish changes within this generation.
Choose an engine
Engines
2.5 D-4D 120 4x4: 2KD-FTV 2.5 D-4D, 120 hp (88 kW), 2005 to 2015 2.5 D-4D 144 4x4: 2KD-FTV 2.5 D-4D, 144 hp (106 kW), 2010 to 2015 3.0 D-4D 171 4x4: 1KD-FTV 3.0 D-4D, 171 hp (126 kW), 2005 to 2015
Body style and inspection points
On a pick-up, identify the actual drivetrain (two- or four-wheel drive, low range) before adding axle and transfer-case servicing. After off-road or towing use, have the gaiters, leaf springs and load-bed mountings checked.
Comparing generations
Other documented generations of this model: • Hilux VIII (from 2016) : pick-up, 150–204 hp. A first registration near a generation change does not identify the car on its own: check the body style and powertrain before using a service schedule.
Maintenance: choosing the correct powertrain
The guidance below applies to the versions named in each group. Individual pages identify the engine and gearbox; this editorial guidance is not a manufacturer schedule matched to a VIN. Diesel — 2.5 D-4D 120 4x4 120 hp (2005–2015); 2.5 D-4D 144 4x4 144 hp (2010–2015) • Oil and filter change : ≈ 15,000 km or 1 year • Brake fluid : Every 2 years • Timing belt : 150,000 km or 10 years • Air filter : 60,000 km or 4 years • Cabin filter : 30,000 km or 2 years • Diesel filter : 60,000 km or 4 years Diesel — 3.0 D-4D 171 4x4 171 hp (2005–2015) • Oil and filter change : ≈ 15,000 km or 1 year • Brake fluid : Every 2 years • Timing belt : 150,000 km or 10 years • Air filter : 60,000 km or 4 years • Cabin filter : 30,000 km or 2 years • Diesel filter : 60,000 km or 4 years