Electric Hilux ready to roll

0 0 April 08, 2026 Edit this post

The past and future will collide when Toyota’s first-ever fully-electric Hilux goes on sale next month.

The importance of this moment cannot be understated in the transition to electric power.

Priced from $74,990, the Hilux BEV will be available in two grades: SR and SR5, both dual cabs pickups, while SR will also be available in cab-chassis form.

The cab-chassis adds $500 to the cost, while the SR5 is priced from $82,990 -- all figures before on-road costs.

Hilux BEV grades feature a similar level of specification compared to their diesel-powered counterparts, and is identified from the outside by its closed-off front grille and aerodynamically enhanced 17-inch alloy wheels.

Three exterior colours will be offered: Glacier White, Frosted White and Ash Slate.

Premium paint adds $675.

The electric Hilux has been designed with government fleets, mining and construction sectors in mind, helping to reduce the tailpipe emissions while retaining the signature quality, durability and reliability that buyers expect from a Toyota.

To ensure it's ready to tackle the harsh Australian environment, Toyota has conducted a comprehensive and sustained testing program in collaboration with leading mining fleets.

These vehicles have been trialled extensively in real‑world, high‑demand environments, from hot temperature remote outback operations to off‑road terrains, providing Toyota with robust insights into performance, durability, and capability.

This validation program reinforces Toyota’s unwavering commitment to quality, durability, and reliability.

Toyota's John Pappas said the arrival of the Hilux BEV marked an important addition to Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to electrification.

“Offering both Australian businesses and private buyers the choice of a Hilux with zero tailpipe emissions is a crucial step forward in providing consumers the right powertrain for the right application, at the right time,” he said.

“This is an exciting time for Toyota; bringing in an electric version of the much-loved Hilux pick-up finally gives businesses and fleets the option of low-emission motoring mixed with Toyota’s extensive parts and servicing network."

With two electric motors, Hilux BEV is powered by a newly developed 59.2 kWh lithium-ion battery.

Dual-motor AWD comprises a front motor producing 82kW/206Nm and a more powerful rear unit with 129kW/269Nm.

Combined system output is 144kW and 468Nm, with torque distributed variably between the front and rear axles to provide maximum traction.

The pick-up offers a driving range of about 267km and the SR cab-chassis about 207km, under the latest WLTP testing regime.

For off-roading, Toyota’s sophisticated Multi-Terrain Select traction control system features six different drive modes to suit the conditions, adjusting the amount of wheel slip to keep the vehicle moving in low-traction situations.

The battery can be charged at a rate of up to 150kW using a DC fast charger, with 0-80 per cent taking as little as 30 minutes.

Charging using three-phase 10kW AC takes about 6.5 hours from 10 to 100 per cent.

To accommodate the weight of the powertrain, Hilux BEV features its own, uniquely developed suspension system with frame reinforcements, beefed-up MacPherson strut front suspension and a De-dion rear leaf spring setup which accommodates the rear electric motor while retaining the live axle setup.

Vented disc brakes provide strong stopping power and energy recuperation via regenerative braking, while 2000kg of maximum braked towing capacity is offered across the BEV range.

Private buyers choosing to purchase or finance their Hilux BEV through a novated lease will receive a complimentary 7kW AC wallbox charger (not including installation).