Meet the 2026 Toyota HiLux: The Toughest, Most Advanced HiLux Ever

A New Design Built in Australia

This HiLux looks different because it was created differently.

Toyota Australia led the exterior design, and the result is a tougher, sharper ute that feels built for real local conditions.

Slim headlights, stronger lines, and completely redesigned front and rear ends give it a modern, confident presence.

The Rugged X takes it even further with standard off-road protection and recovery gear, so it arrives ready for harsh terrain straight from the dealership.

A Serious Interior Upgrade

Step inside and it's clear Toyota has listened to HiLux owners.

A flatter, wider dash improves forward visibility, which makes slow off-road climbs easier and helps in tight worksites. Every grade gets a digital instrument cluster plus a huge 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Controls are simpler and more intuitive, with large physical buttons that are easy to use on rough ground.

Seats have been redesigned for better support, and upper grades can be optioned with powered adjustment, leather accents, and heating.

It's the most comfortable HiLux cabin yet.

Stronger Performance Where It Counts

The proven 2.8-litre turbo-diesel stays, delivering 150kW and 500Nm when paired with the automatic. Manual variants offer 420Nm.

Automatic SR double-cab grades and above now include Toyota's 48-volt V-Active technology, which smooths stop-start operation and adds an extra boost when pulling away with a load or trailer.

Steering moves to a new electric system, giving a lighter feel around town and more stability at highway speeds. It also improves the effectiveness of Toyota's lane-keeping features.

Suspension has been retuned across the range:

• WorkMate and SR: heavy-duty setup for towing and payload.
• SR5 and above: more comfortable, more composed for daily driving and touring.

It's a more refined HiLux without losing the grit.

Off-Road Ability Taken Further

4x4 HiLux grades already have a strong reputation off the road, and this model builds on it:

• Standard rear locking differential
• Multi-Terrain Select for loose, muddy, or rocky conditions
• Multi-Terrain Monitor on SR5 and above for under-vehicle camera views
• Stronger front suspension towers
• Revised chassis mounts for better ride and less vibration

The result is more control, more confidence, and better traction when the tracks get tough.

The First HiLux BEV: Coming 2026

For the first time, the HiLux will be available as a battery-electric vehicle. It will launch in 2026 in dual-cab SR and SR5 grades with dual motors and a lithium-ion battery.

This is aimed squarely at fleets and businesses looking to cut running costs and emissions without giving up capability.

Toyota will release full details closer to launch, but this marks a major shift in the light-commercial market.

Hydrogen Fuel Cell HiLux Coming in 2028

Toyota has also confirmed a hydrogen FCEV version for 2028, giving high-usage operators a fast-refuelling, zero-emission alternative to battery-only solutions allowing for multiple pathways for different customers and industries.

Safety That Steps Up Again

Every grade gets the latest Toyota Safety Sense suite with major improvements:

• Smarter pre-collision detection
• Better lane trace assist
• Front cross-traffic alert
• Blind spot monitoring
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Parking sensors on pick-ups
• New cabin detection alert for rear passengers

And with expanded Toyota Connected Services, owners can monitor their vehicle, access navigation and voice controls, and receive alerts through the myToyota Connect app.