I’ve chatted previously about these, but I recently got the opportunity to spend a week in one and I have to say, the more time in it the better I like it.

You can notice the improved ride and handling. This is because of the wider track and redesigned suspension. This includes different front coil and rear leaf spring tuning along with KYB monotube shock absorbers.

It soaks up the corrugations and bumps on dirt tracks, glides over sand and the on-road ride is greatly improved.

Also, the engine has a 10% improvement in both power and torque which is appreciated. This translates to more direct response and better driver engagement. More performance is always better.

I actually got better economy as well due to a more relaxed driving style.

The GR Sport HiLux sits almost in its own category, modified like the Navara Pro 4X Warrior and the Mazda BT-50 SP and Thunder, but with more engine output. It’s nowhere near the Ford Raptor though.

The HiLux is feeling dated inside and in need of an overhaul. However, the GR Sport seats and additional bling certainly add some life to it.

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There are three things that you immediately notice.

The first are the external changes, wider track, lifted suspension, better approach angles etc.

These second is that once you hop in and drive, the tightness of the suspension. It soaks up the little road bumps while feeling more in tune with road conditions. It also has more articulation and rebound dampening.

The third is the engine. That’s something you feel.

The extra power and torque, some 10% improvement, is immediately felt. Its how the HiLux should be. More responsive, more engaging more effective.

I drove the GR Sport over forest trails, rutted tracks and a specialised 4WD track run by the Canobolas 4WD Club. Throughout it all the GR Sport made it all look effortless.

Priced from a touch under $74.000 plus the usual costs the GR Sport is the best HiLux built so far.

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Visually, red and black feature prominently. There is a new grill, redesigned front bumper for better approach angle and black rock rails.

At the rear, red recovery points and a black rear bumper finish the exterior look, and are paired with a pre-installed towbar, tow ball and trailer wiring harness.

Inside occupants are treated to aluminium pedals, Sports seats and GR decals plus more.

The key improvements are performance based.

A more powerful diesel engine with 165kW and 550Nm of torque matched to a 6 speed automatic transmission tuned for the extra performance.

The GR Sport sits on the same wide track as the Rogue and has redesigned suspension. This includes  different front coil and rear leaf spring tuning along with KYB monotube shock absorbers.

The removal of the rear sway bar also promotes greater axle articulation and ground contact over uneven surfaces.

The HiLux GR Sport is priced from $73,990 plus the usual costs.

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