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Toyota Hilux Hybrid 48V confirmed for the UK

Craig Cheetham, contributor
Wed, 11 Sept 2024

A new mild hybrid variant of the Toyota Hilux will be on sale in the UK from the first half of 2025.

The new 48V mild hybrid electric technology will be introduced initially in Invincible and Invincible X Double Cab models with the larger 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine and automatic transmission.

The engine uses a reinforced belt drive system to turn a compact motor generator, which in turn charges a 48V lithium battery installed beneath the rear bench seat. Braking energy is also regenerated to supply charge to the battery and provide additional braking performance.

The hybrid battery weighs 7.6kg and supplies the vehicle’s 12V electrical system through a DC/DC convertor.

It sends up to 12kW of power and 65Nm of torque through the motor to the engine to enhance acceleration, power and efficiency. Outright power remains the same as standard diesel models at 201bhp.

Toyota says that the Hilux Hybrid 48V possesses the same off-road credentials as its Double Cab siblings.

It offers ground clearance of 310mm, approach and departure angles of 29 and 26 degrees respectively, and has the ability to wade through water up to 700mm deep. Meanwhile, anti-slip and strengthening measures on the motor generator pulley and belt ensure optimum performance, even when wet.

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Are there any known faults with the Ford Ranger?

I am thinking of buying a 2017 Ford Ranger 2.2 XLT 4x4 TDCi. Are there any known faults to look out for? The mileage is 64000.
The Ranger has a reasonably good reliability record, although injector failure is a known issue so look for excessive smoke under acceleration. It's not a major repair, though, as most decent garages would be able to do the job without it being too expensive. The only other real issue we've seen reported is a few engines where the oil pump has failed destroying the engine. It's rare, but we'd steer clear of anything with an incomplete service history for this reason, as dirty oil is the most common cause of pump failure.
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