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Toyota Unveils Ninth-Generation Hilux, Adds First Battery-Electric Model

Toyota positions the electric Hilux for fleet duty on short routes, reflecting a multipath approach that retains diesel plus a 48V hybrid.

Overview

  • The Hilux BEV uses a 59.2 kWh LFP battery and two motors for permanent all-wheel drive, targeting about 240 km WLTP range with roughly 715 kg payload and 1.6 tonnes towing.
  • Production of the BEV begins in Thailand in December 2025 with orders in Europe and Australia planned from early 2026, as Toyota signals limited volumes and a significant price premium in Thailand.
  • Toyota says the BEV prioritizes short-range commercial use, offering DC fast charging with a reported 20–80% top-up in roughly 30 minutes and underbody battery protection for off-road durability.
  • A 48V mild-hybrid diesel arrives from spring 2026 with up to 1,000 kg payload and 3.5 tonnes towing, complementing continued petrol and diesel offerings in select markets.
  • The new model keeps a ladder-frame chassis and double-cab format, adds a De-Dion rear setup for the BEV, and is slated to gain a fuel-cell variant in 2028; entry-level and single-cab versions with a manual gearbox remain available in some markets.