Toyota Hilux VII (AN10/AN20) (2004 – 2015)

Reliability score : 8.8/10

Toyota Hilux Generation VII (AN10/AN20/AN30) Launched in 2004 as part of the global IMV (Innovative International Multi-purpose Vehicle) project, the seventh generation of the Toyota Hilux cemented the model's reputation for indestructibility. Designed to tackle the worst conditions around the world, it benefited from two major facelifts (2008 and 2011) that improved its equipment and safety. Focus on petrol engines: Although the European market was almost exclusively dominated by D-4D diesels, the petrol versions (4-cylinder 2.0L/2.7L and V6 4.0L) are extremely widespread in Asia, the Middle East, Australia, and the Americas. These petrol blocks (TR and GR families) are renowned for their absolute reliability and exceptional longevity, even surpassing the diesels in terms of the absence o

Common issues

Usure des composants de suspension (amortisseurs, bagues) Medium
🔧 100 000 – 200 000 km
💶 400 – 1 000 € par essieu
Inspecter régulièrement, surtout si usage intensif ou tout-terrain. Remplacer les pièces usées pour la sécurité.
Corrosion du châssis et de la carrosserie High
🔧 Variable, souvent après 8-10 ans
💶 500 – 3 000 € et plus (selon l'étendue)
Vérifier le châssis et les points d'ancrage, traiter la rouille préventivement pour éviter l'aggravation.
Usure des joints universels (U-joints) d'arbre de transmission Low
🔧 150 000 – 250 000 km
💶 200 – 500 €
Écouter les bruits ou vibrations lors de l'accélération/décélération. Lubrifier si possible, remplacer si nécessaire.
Fuites d'huile mineures (joints de cache-culbuteurs, carter) Low
🔧 180 000 – 250 000 km
💶 200 – 600 €
Surveiller le niveau d'huile et l'apparition de taches. Réparer les fuites pour éviter la perte d'huile.

Estimated maintenance costs

Oil change £70 – 130
Clutch £750 – 1 400
Complete brakes £220 – 480
Estimated annual budget £550 – 1 100

Indicative estimates (independent garage, UK market). Prices vary by region and year.