Toyota Hilux Camper: You can work, cook, sleep in this pickup truck

Toyota's updated Hilux debuted with an equally eye-catching attraction, the Basecamp camper by Camper Dynamics. Priced at Rs 15.8 lakh, it transforms the pickup into a fully functional home on wheels.Toyota Kirloskar Motor recently launched the updated Hilux in India, but one of the biggest attractions at the event wasn't the pickup itself. On display was the Basecamp camper conversion by Bengaluru-based Camper Dynamics, a modular setup that transforms the Hilux into a compact home on wheels.Designed for overlanding and long-distance travel, the Basecamp camper packs everything needed for life on the road, including a bed, kitchen, shower, work area and storage.Whether you're planning a weekend escape or an extended cross-country expedition, the setup allows you to cook, work, sleep and live comfortably without relying on hotels.A fully-equipped mobile homeThe Basecamp is a flatbed pop-up camper built around a complete aluminium frame with fire-retardant insulation. It features a queen-size bed with under-bed storage that also converts into seating, a kitchen cabinet with a sink and drawers, and a swivel table that doubles up as a workstation. For off-grid adventures, the camper comes equipped with a roof-mounted solar panel, ceiling-mounted LED lighting, indoor power sockets, waterproof outdoor power outlets and a portable solar inlet.Ventilation is handled by dual roof-mounted hatch fans, while multiple windows with privacy and mesh screens help keep the cabin airy.Water, shower and storageThe camper is designed to be self-sufficient with an 80-litre fresh water tank, marine-grade pump, fresh and grey water outlets and an outdoor shower connection. It also gets multiple storage compartments, pull-out drawers and dedicated cabinets for carrying camping essentials.Other standard equipment includes waterproof scratch-resistant flooring, exterior lighting, a fire extinguisher and a choice of ladder designs. Buyers can further personalise the setup with optional accessories such as a recoil awning, shower awning, indoor shower enclosure, additional solar panels, thermal insulation and exterior storage access.Toyota Hilux: Price and specificationsThe ninth-generation Toyota Hilux is based on Toyota's IMV platform and continues with the proven 2.8-litre BS6 Phase 2 diesel engine producing 204bhp and 500Nm of torque. Power is sent to the wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission, while the 80-litre fuel tank makes it suitable for long-distance touring.The updated Hilux is available in three automatic variants:4x2 GX AT: Rs 31.99 lakh4x4 GX AT: Rs 33.69 lakh4x4 VX AT: Rs 36.69 lakh(All prices are ex-showroom)Bookings for the new Hilux are now open, with customer deliveries set to begin from the second week of August.While the Basecamp conversion is sold separately by Camper Dynamics for Rs 15.8 lakh, it showcases how the Hilux can be transformed from a lifestyle pickup into a capable overlanding vehicle that serves as both transport and accommodation, making it an appealing option for adventure enthusiasts and remote travellers.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine - EndsPublished On: Jul 31, 2026 16:13 IST