After decades as the best-selling car in South Africa, the Toyota Hilux has cemented itself as South Africa's favourite bakkie. But with so much success comes rivals that want their piece of market share, so here are 10 options you can consider if the Hilux isn't for you! You can search for new or used Toyota Hilux models on AutoTrader here and sell your car quickly and easily on our website.
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Our list of Toyota Hilux alternatives
Ford Ranger
Isuzu D-Max
Nissan Navara
Volkswagen Amarok
GWM P Series
LDV T60
Peugeot Landtrek
Mahindra Pik Up
JAC T9
Mitsubishi Triton
Ford Ranger
The latest Ranger is among the best bakkies you can buy, offering utility, refinement, and rugged good looks!
Prices start from R370 000 for a pre-owned Ford Ranger
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Isuzu D-Max
The D-Max is a back-to-basis bakkie that seems to work as well as a workhorse as it does a lifestyle machine.
Prices start from R309 000 for a pre-owned current-generation Isuzu D-Max
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Nissan Navara
The Navara is another locally produced bakkie that offers buyers a variety of options, from basic workhorse derivatives to lifestyle double cabs!
Prices start from R249 900 for a pre-owned Nissan Navara
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Volkswagen Amarok
The latest Amarok shares its underpinnings and local production facility with the latest Ford Ranger, making it equally adept in all of the areas that count!
Prices start from R389 900 for a pre-owned Volkswagen Amarok
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GWM P Series
With its aggressive pricing to match solid specifications and drivetrain options, the P Series has recently challenged the more established products!
Prices start from R269 900 for a pre-owned GWM P Series
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LDV T60
Following the sales success the brand has enjoyed in Australia, LDV has arrived locally, and its T60 looks ready to compete for sales!
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Peugeot Landtrek
The soon-to-be-built-in-SA Landtrek is a left-field option within the bakkie segment, and its popularity is sure to increase amid local production upscaling!
Prices start from R389 900 for a pre-owned Peugeot Landtrek
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Mahindra Pik Up
One of the most popular budget-friendly bakkie options within the local market is the Pik Up, which offers low running costs, a reasonable entry-level price and proven reliability!
Prices start from R209 950 for a pre-owned Mahindra Pik Up
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JAC T9
As a relative newcomer to the local market, JAC has a lot to prove, but its range of affordable and good-looking bakkies appears to appeal to the local market.
Prices start from R469 900 for a pre-owned JAC T9
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Mitsubishi Triton
The Triton is one of the most underrated products within the local market, and is worthy of consideration when shopping for a bakkie!