Toyota Hilux VIII facelift (AN120) (2020 – 2025)

Reliability score : 8.7/10

The eighth-generation Toyota Hilux (AN120/AN130), facelifted in 2020, consolidates its status as a global benchmark in the mid-size pick-up segment. This major facelift brought a highly anticipated evolution: the transition of the 2.8-liter diesel block from 177 hp to 204 hp, thus correcting the previous version's lack of punch against competitors like the Ford Ranger. Toyota also reworked the suspension (new leaf springs and shock absorbers) to mitigate the bouncy behavior when unladen, while maintaining its one-ton payload and 3.5-ton towing capacity. In 2024, a 48V mild hybrid system (MHEV) was introduced on the 2.8L to lower emissions. True to its reputation for indestructibility, this Hilux remains a formidable work tool and an outstanding off-roader, although its cabin retains an una

Common issues

Problèmes de filtre à particules diesel (DPF) Medium

🔧 50 000 – 150 000 km

💶 300 – 800 € (nettoyage) ; 1 500 – 3 000 € (remplacement)

Privilégier les longs trajets réguliers pour une bonne régénération du DPF.

Usure prématurée des composants de suspension Low

🔧 80 000 – 150 000 km

💶 500 – 1 500 € (amortisseurs, silent-blocs)

Inspecter régulièrement la suspension, surtout en cas de charge lourde ou tout-terrain.

Défaillance des injecteurs de carburant Medium

🔧 100 000 – 200 000 km

💶 400 – 800 € par injecteur

Utiliser du carburant de qualité et respecter les intervalles d'entretien.

Problèmes mineurs d'électronique ou de capteurs Low

🔧 30 000 – 100 000 km

💶 150 – 500 €

Vérifier les rappels constructeur et effectuer un diagnostic en cas de voyant.

Estimated maintenance costs

Oil change	£90 – 160
Timing chain	£1 500 – 2 500 (si nécessaire, non routinier)
Clutch	£850 – 1 500
Complete brakes	£300 – 600
Estimated annual budget	£650 – 1 200

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