Certainly, it’s plausible that many individuals would outright reject such a product. The distinction of an HD truck isn’t solely about its towing capacity or robust mechanics but also its hauling ability.
The expansive truck bed sees significant use, and even if a Hilux or Tacoma were elongated, they still wouldn’t match the practicality of an F-250 Super Duty or Silverado 2500 HD.
In the United States, there’s a variety of heavy-duty trucks to consider beyond Ford and Chevy, including the Ram HD, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and Nissan Titan XD. Toyota notably lacks a heavy-duty model, with the Tundra only qualifying as a light-duty option.
This disparity extends globally, with the Hilux dominating in regions like Europe, Australia, India, and South Africa. While Heavy Duty trucks may not be as prevalent elsewhere, if demand emerged, it would be intriguing to see which manufacturers would respond.
The Hilux, as previously mentioned, is a compact pickup, albeit slightly smaller than a Tacoma. While it excels in carrying heavier payloads compared to the Tacoma, the difference isn’t monumental.
Would a Hilux HD variant make sense? Logically, the answer is no. It would essentially create a hybrid vehicle akin to an F-150-sized Hilux with the elevated suspension and ground clearance of an F-250 Super Duty.
Kolesa’s rendering aptly captures this concept, elongating the Hilux’s wheelbase, enhancing suspension, adding dual wheels, flared fenders, HD mirrors, and more. While there might be a niche market for such a product, the investment in research and development might not justify it.
Nevertheless, compared to the standard Hilux, a hypothetical HD variant would surpass it in utility, capability, and aesthetics, truly earning the ‘Invincible’ moniker.
