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Modified Toyota Hilux With Land Cruiser 300 Body Kit Is Dividing Internet: Video

Modified Toyota Hilux With Land Cruiser 300 Body Kit Is Dividing Internet: Video

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The Toyota Hilux is one of the most versatile pickup trucks in India. However, the brand has not yet introduced any major updates for the pickup, although it did introduce the Hilux Black edition in March 2025, featuring a blacked-out theme, accentuating the cosmetic appeal with no changes to the profile. Nonetheless, it is one of those vehicles in the Indian automotive scene that comes with no top ceiling when it comes to modifications. We recently came across an example that gets its face from the flagship Toyota Land Cruiser 300.
The video shared by Autodaddy on its Instagram page shows that the car modifier has tweaked the Toyota Hilux pickup with an LC3000 body kit. The modified pickup carries the form of the Land Cruiser 300, and the rear section is joined by Hilux's cargo bed. While there have been many changes in the profile, the integration of the LC300 kit into the Hilux has given it a completely new profile. Also, it gives an enhanced road presence to the pickup.
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Since this is a cosmetic modification of the Hilux with an LC300 body kit, the mechanical aspects remain the same as those of the pickup truck. The Toyota Hilux is powered by a 2.8-litre turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine. It still delivers 201 hp and a maximum torque of 500 Nm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission and transfers power to all four wheels via a permanent 4x4 system. The off-roading capabilities of the vehicle are aided by an electronic differential lock, an automatic limited slip differential, hill assist control, and downhill assist control, and its water-wading capability of 700 mm.
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Also, Toyota has updated the safety suite for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 with 10 airbags, a 360-degree camera, Level ADAS, adaptive headlights, autonomous braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and more.
Currently, the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is available at a starting price of Rs 2.31 crore. The Toyota Hilux's price begins from Rs 30.40 lakh (ex-showroom).
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