The specs: The Hilux Vigo line of one-ton pick-up truck gets a facelift plus a new body variation in the guise of open-cab body. No engine upgrade but brake and safety equipment enhanced with prices ranging from B452,000 single-cab, B605,000 open-cab to B943,000 double-cab.

We think: Best value pick-up gets more versatile and makes for an even better offering.

Or try this: Nissan Navara King Cab (from B575,000) or Double Cab (upto B868,000)... // Bangkok Post

CARkeys (Enlarge photo)

Toyota has made several changes to its Hilux pickup range in time for the 2009 model year, which will actually start towards the end of 2008.

All models benefit from restyled bodywork, smarter interiors and a few suspension tweaks. Otherwise, the Single Cab, Extra Cab and HL2 Double Cab remain as before.

The major changes have been applied to the HL3 and Invincible versions of the Double Cab. The HL3 now gets a leather-trimmed steering wheel with audio controls, privacy glass and a new design of 15" alloy wheel, and if you go for the three-litre turbo diesel engine rather than the 2.5 you'll find... // CARkeys

The specs: The Hilux Vigo line of one-ton pick-up truck gets a facelift plus a new body variation in the guise of open-cab body. No engine upgrade but brake and safety equipment enhanced with prices ranging from B452,000 single-cab, B605,000 open-cab to B943,000 double-cab.

We think: Best value pick-up gets more versatile and makes for

an even better offering.

Or try this: Nissan Navara

diesel.

The specs: Wholly imported 3-series... // Bangkok Post

MotorTrend Magazine (Enlarge photo)

Toyota has unveiled a redesigned Hilux tuck for 2009, sporting a new look inside and out and some new features. American readers will recognize it as Europe's version of the Tacoma, though it's more popular in the Old World, commanding 22% of the market share. In the UK, it controls a staggering 70% share of its market and sales are up nearly 5% so far this year. Top Gear fans will recognize the Hilux as the indestructible truck that survived the ocean, fire and a collapsing building.

On the mechanical side of things, 2009 Hilux's will get a new five-speed automatic transmission option to replace the old four-speed auto. Automatic... // MotorTrend Magazine