Toyota marks 55 years of the Hilux in South Africa with the launch of the new Hilux Legend 55.Paying homageThe new advertising campaign for the Hilux Legend 55 by Toyota and Studio One (a division of ...

The fifth special edition Hilux in the Legend series is again offered in double and Xtra Cab bodystyles, but lacks the mild-hybrid assisted turbodiesel engine option.

The fifth heritage-inspired Hilux, the Legend 55, is set to launch in South Africa, and its pricing has been officially confirmed by Toyota SA.

The '55' in the name commemorates the Hilux's 55-year presence in South Africa, and the bakkie comes equipped with several exclusive styling and feature upgrades to mark the occasion.

At this stage, there is no word on when the next-generation Toyota Hilux will reach South Africa, but it seems there is a reasonable possibility that we will see it in 2026.