NEWS: Toyota Launches Hilux 50 'Zombie Apocalypse Edition' Sort Of
Big fans of the irrepressible, bomb-proof, foreign insurgents choice of vehicle at Road – the bionic Toyota Hilux, the pick-up to end all pick-up fights, wars and now apparently, the ideal "vehicle of choice in a zombie apocalypse' according to Toyota themselves.
Enter the Hilux 50, or Zombie Apocalypse Edition, as we prefer.
So, what's it all about? We asked Toyota to explain themselves... and this is what they said, in surely the press release of the year...?
Enter the Hilux 50, or Zombie Apocalypse Edition, as we prefer.
So, what's it all about? We asked Toyota to explain themselves... and this is what they said, in surely the press release of the year...?
Any PR copy writer that passes the sentence "It’s a well-known fact that zombies can’t swim, so take to the water whenever you can" past their middle-aged boss is a star in our eyes.
Weapon at the ready and one eye on the curtains, here we go...
The Toyota Hilux is famed around the world for its quality, durability and reliability, conquering the toughest terrain, from the North Pole to Antarctica and everywhere in between.
The brand-new special edition Hilux Invincible 50, launched exclusively for UK customers this Halloween to celebrate 50 years of Toyota’s legendary pick-up, boasts many features designed to deal with the most demanding situations… Even a zombie apocalypse:
Adequate supplies are a must, when every trip outside of your vehicle puts you at risk from the evil undead. The Hilux Invincible 50’s class-leading 1,645mm-wide cargo deck is big enough to take all the Kendal mint cake, cans of beans, jerry cans, flashlights, first aid kit, clothes and sleeping bags you need to survive. It also has ample space for essential weapons you’ll need to protect yourself from the marauding hordes.
Four six-inch LED spotlights mounted high on a sports bar across the flatbed will give you a clear view of zombies advancing across the landscape.
Zombies will head for high human concentration levels in cities, so it’s best to head for the hills. The Hilux Invincible 50 is engineered to deal with driving in the rough as well as on the road. For this model the suspension has been upgraded and fitted with new performance dampers so that the body sits even higher off the ground. Ramping up the front by 40mm and the rear by 20mm means this machine can tackle even more demanding surfaces – be they piles of rocks or heaps of slain zombies – both on and off road in rural settings.
You never know when or where the next attack might come from, so the fact the driver sits higher at the wheel makes for a better view when scanning the horizon from the wheel. The driver’s seat has an extra 15mm in adjustment range, while Hilux dominates the scene being 1,850mm tall. The tubular rear sports bar is ideal for passengers to hang on to when you need to move fast to avoid an attack.
With a double cab body, five seats and a lined cargo bed, the Hilux Invincible 50 has more than enough room for the whole family and even a few pets to take to the road to escape Armageddon.
It’s never a good idea to hole up in one place when zombies are on the loose, so If you want to take your home with you, the Hilux Invincible 50 comes complete with tow bar and can haul a braked trailer weighing up to 3.5 tonnes.
Speed is your best friend when you’re trying to flee a seething horde of zombies. The Hilux Invincible 50 has a 148bhp 2.4 litre engine and can shift from standstill to 62mph in 12.8 seconds. Top speed is 106 mph, which means you can make a quick getaway on the highway.
The Toyota Safety Sense’s Pre-Collision System has a pedestrian detection function that can pinpoint the undead in your path. Vehicle Stability Control will help you slalom through the attackers.
Of course there will be times when highways are blocked by a major zombie incident and you have no choice but to go off road. But low speeds make you vulnerable to attack.
The Hilux Invincible 50 can handle a 42-degree incline with ease, while the Active Traction Control, Downhill Assist Control and Hill-start Assist Control will help you to tackle the toughest slope when evading trouble.
It’s a well-known fact that zombies can’t swim, so take to the water whenever you can, as the new special edition Hilux can wade through water up to 400mm deep.
Zombies won’t hesitate to climb on your vehicle to find a way in. The high-strength, impact-absorbing structure, tougher ladder chassis and reinforced deck structure of the Hilux mean you’re safe inside. The tough front bumper and ground clearance of 405mm under the frame mean you can even simply plough through the zombies if you have to.
Customers looking to purchase a Hilux Invincible 50 so they are zombie-ready will need to be quick, as only 50 of these limited edition vehicles are being produced.
Bravo Toyota... just a shame the extensive options list doesn't include chain saws, rocket launchers and flame throwers. Or maybe it does... we're off to a dealership to find out.
The brand-new special edition Hilux Invincible 50, launched exclusively for UK customers this Halloween to celebrate 50 years of Toyota’s legendary pick-up, boasts many features designed to deal with the most demanding situations… Even a zombie apocalypse:
Adequate supplies are a must, when every trip outside of your vehicle puts you at risk from the evil undead. The Hilux Invincible 50’s class-leading 1,645mm-wide cargo deck is big enough to take all the Kendal mint cake, cans of beans, jerry cans, flashlights, first aid kit, clothes and sleeping bags you need to survive. It also has ample space for essential weapons you’ll need to protect yourself from the marauding hordes.
Four six-inch LED spotlights mounted high on a sports bar across the flatbed will give you a clear view of zombies advancing across the landscape.
Zombies will head for high human concentration levels in cities, so it’s best to head for the hills. The Hilux Invincible 50 is engineered to deal with driving in the rough as well as on the road. For this model the suspension has been upgraded and fitted with new performance dampers so that the body sits even higher off the ground. Ramping up the front by 40mm and the rear by 20mm means this machine can tackle even more demanding surfaces – be they piles of rocks or heaps of slain zombies – both on and off road in rural settings.
You never know when or where the next attack might come from, so the fact the driver sits higher at the wheel makes for a better view when scanning the horizon from the wheel. The driver’s seat has an extra 15mm in adjustment range, while Hilux dominates the scene being 1,850mm tall. The tubular rear sports bar is ideal for passengers to hang on to when you need to move fast to avoid an attack.
With a double cab body, five seats and a lined cargo bed, the Hilux Invincible 50 has more than enough room for the whole family and even a few pets to take to the road to escape Armageddon.
It’s never a good idea to hole up in one place when zombies are on the loose, so If you want to take your home with you, the Hilux Invincible 50 comes complete with tow bar and can haul a braked trailer weighing up to 3.5 tonnes.
Speed is your best friend when you’re trying to flee a seething horde of zombies. The Hilux Invincible 50 has a 148bhp 2.4 litre engine and can shift from standstill to 62mph in 12.8 seconds. Top speed is 106 mph, which means you can make a quick getaway on the highway.
The Toyota Safety Sense’s Pre-Collision System has a pedestrian detection function that can pinpoint the undead in your path. Vehicle Stability Control will help you slalom through the attackers.
Of course there will be times when highways are blocked by a major zombie incident and you have no choice but to go off road. But low speeds make you vulnerable to attack.
The Hilux Invincible 50 can handle a 42-degree incline with ease, while the Active Traction Control, Downhill Assist Control and Hill-start Assist Control will help you to tackle the toughest slope when evading trouble.
It’s a well-known fact that zombies can’t swim, so take to the water whenever you can, as the new special edition Hilux can wade through water up to 400mm deep.
Zombies won’t hesitate to climb on your vehicle to find a way in. The high-strength, impact-absorbing structure, tougher ladder chassis and reinforced deck structure of the Hilux mean you’re safe inside. The tough front bumper and ground clearance of 405mm under the frame mean you can even simply plough through the zombies if you have to.
Customers looking to purchase a Hilux Invincible 50 so they are zombie-ready will need to be quick, as only 50 of these limited edition vehicles are being produced.
Bravo Toyota... just a shame the extensive options list doesn't include chain saws, rocket launchers and flame throwers. Or maybe it does... we're off to a dealership to find out.
(Nice reg BTW)...
The Toyota Hilux is really durable and reliable, conquering the toughest terrain with good quality.
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