| Toyota philosophy
towards safety is mirrored in the Hilux. |
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safety of any vehicle depends on both active and passive safety features.
Braking and handling performance should play an active role in assisting the
driver to avoid unexpected hazards. However if an accident occurs, Toyota's
passive safety priorities are two-fold - occupant protection and occupant
rescue. |
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The
rigid chassis and Toyota's renowned double wishbone front suspension give the
Hilux outstanding agility to assist the driver in evasive manoeuvres, in the
event of unforseen dangers. Front disc brakes on all models provide powerful
braking ability while the all-round visibility provides the driver with an
excellent field of view.
The Hilux features computer-developed front and rear crumple zones to aid in
absorbing and dissipating the energy of an impact. The high-integrity cabin
helps to protect the occupants and ensure the doors function normally after a
collision to facilitate escape or rescue efforts. Extensive actual crash
testing during development proved the real-world effectiveness of the Toyota
Hilux design.
Safety features within the cabin include front and rear 3-point ELR seatbelts,
headrests, and an energy-absorbing (EA) steering column that contributes to
driver protection in a frontal collision. Side impact door beams are also
installed. |
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The
hilux body was developed on the basis of our own safety standards that exceed
those of most countries around the world. It offers the highest level of safety
in its class. The impact-absorbing body structure and high-integrity cabin help
to protect occupants by minimizing deformation to the passenger compartment. |
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High-performance
front disc brakes are standard equipment on all models.
Toyota's brake system dual brake circuit ensures effective braking even in the
unlikely event of a malfunction.
The brake booster reduces the amount of pedal pressure necessary for efficient
braking. |
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All
models are equipped with 3-point ELR seatbelts for both front and rear seats
(2-point seatbelt for centre seats). Headrests are positioned on all outer
seats. |
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Toyota's
EA steering column helps absorb the energy of a frontal impact, thereby
reducing the possibility of driver injury. |
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The
rear doors on all Double Cab models cannot be opened from inside the cabin. |
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All-round
visibility is essential for safe driving and also lessens driver fatigue on
long journeys.
Powerful Headlamps:
All Hilux models are fitted with halogen headlamps that provide excellent
visibility for night driving. |
