The eighth generation of the legendary Toyota Hilux received a mid-cycle facelift that completely transforms the look of the model while getting several updates that improve its fuel efficiency.
The revamped model was unveiled officially at the 2017 Thailand International Motor Expo.

The biggest exterior change compared to its predecessor is probably the bigger engine grille, which is related in style with the one found on the latest Toyota Tacoma made for the United States. Both the grille and the fog lamp surrounds are now finished in a chrome-like appearance, with the overall look being a lot more imposing than before.

There is also a redesigned front bumper with integrated fog lights, while the rear end has remained largely unchanged. New alloy wheel designs and colors complete the exterior revamp, while some Hilux versions get a glossy black grille and a grey rear bumper bar.

Thanks to updates made to various areas of the powerplants and gearbox, most Hilux versions equipped with the six-speed automatic transmission are a bit more fuel efficient than before, but mechanically they are largely unchanged. Oddly enough, all diesel versions get a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) switch now, which allows the driver to manually initiate a cleansing burn of the soot captured by the filter during low-speed driving.