DubiCompare: Toyota Hilux Vs Mitsubishi L200: Japanese Pick-up Truck Standoff!

Pick-up trucks in the UAE have a large fan base because of their practicality, off-road ability and SUV-like looks. The Toyota Hilux, often regarded as the toughest vehicle in the world, is going up against another Japanese pick-up truck, the Mitsubishi L200. In this week’s edition of DubiCompare, what will emerge as the winner for the top pick-up truck in the UAE? Let’s find out!

Both the Hilux and the L200 are available in a variety of body types and variants. For our comparison, we are considering the top-spec double-cab version of both the pick-up trucks.

The Toyota Hilux offers more space on the inside and a slightly larger bed with a larger wheelbase. However, the L200 can handle significantly bigger payload and towing capacities than the Hilux. If you are buying the pick-up for its towing capabilities, the L200 is a better choice among the two. As a lifestyle pick-up, Hilux offers better space on the inside.

The L200 was recently updated with a new front facia. However, the new pick-up truck is yet to arrive in the UAE. For now, we are considering the outgoing L200 and the Hilux. Both have a decent set of features catering to pick-up truck customers. However, in terms of looks, the Hilux looks much better with its brawny grille & thick body panels.

Pick-up trucks are regarded as workhorses rather than family SUVs. However, in recent years, they have evolved as lifestyle vehicles offering comfort and convenience features. Again, in terms of features, the Hilux and the L200 are evenly matched with some essential and nice-to-have features. If you are really picky, then Hilux’s interiors offer a slightly better feel and a larger infotainment screen as compared to the L200.

Toyota offers the Hilux in two petrol and one diesel engine options. On the other hand, Mitsubishi offers the outgoing model of the L200 with either a 2.4L petrol or diesel engine option. We have compared the diesel and petrol engine options of both pick-up trucks in detail below.

If you are looking for performance and nothing more, then the 4L NA V6 on the Hilux offers just that. However, out of all the engine options available, the diesel engine on the L200 offers the best of both worlds – good performance and efficiency.

Safety has become paramount in vehicles to protect the occupants from unforeseen events. Both the Hilux and L200 offer ample active and passive safety features to keep the occupants safe and also help avoid getting into a collision. They are evenly matched in terms of safety.

Prices for both pickup trucks vary often as some of them are imported into the country. The Hilux ranges between AED 120,000 to 142,000 for the top-spec Adventure trim with a 4L V6 engine. On the other hand, the Mitsubishi L200 is significantly affordable with prices starting at around AED 80,000 and the top-spec trim costing around AED 100,000.

The higher cost of the Hilux does bring more to the table with better interiors and a bit more space on the inside making it a better lifestyle pickup truck among the two. However, if you are looking for a pick-up truck on a budget, the Mitsubishi L200 is a good choice with significant savings over the Hilux.

If your choice is lifestyle, here are used Toyota Hilux for sale in the UAE and new Toyota Hilux for sale in the UAE. Looking to save some cash on your next pick-up truck purchase? Here are used Mitsubishi L200 for sale in the UAE and new Mitsubishi L200 for sale in the UAE.