Toyota Unveils All-New Hilux With First-Ever Electric Version

Toyota has officially unveiled the ninth-generation Hilux pickup, marking a major evolution for one of the world’s most enduring nameplates. Debuting in Bangkok, Thailand, the all-new Hilux introduces a battery-electric version for the first time, part of Toyota’s broader multi-pathway strategy toward carbon neutrality. The model lineup also includes hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell variants aimed at global markets outside the U.S.

Electric Hilux brings 193 hp and 150-mile range

The new Hilux BEV (battery electric vehicle) is powered by a 59.2 kWh lithium-ion battery feeding dual eAxles for permanent all-wheel drive. Toyota targets a combined system output of 193 horsepower and a driving range of about 150 miles. Engineers positioned the battery under the floor while maintaining the Hilux’s traditional body-on-frame construction, preserving its rugged off-road capability.

Early data show the electric Hilux can tow up to 3,500 pounds and carry a 1,500-pound payload. Toyota also confirmed the truck will include a Multi-Terrain Select system to optimize traction across varied surfaces. The brand emphasized that the Hilux BEV is designed not only for urban work fleets but also for light off-road use in developing markets where reliability and durability are critical, according to GM Authority.

Hybrid and hydrogen Hilux variants expand global lineup

Beyond the BEV, Toyota announced a new Hilux Hybrid 48V model that combines a 2.8-liter diesel engine with a mild-hybrid 48V motor-generator. This variant is expected to be the volume seller in Western Europe, offering better fuel efficiency without compromising towing power. Looking ahead, Toyota also confirmed a hydrogen fuel cell Hilux slated for 2028 in Europe and Oceania, a move that reinforces its long-term bet on hydrogen as part of a diversified electrification roadmap.

Visually, the ninth-gen Hilux adopts a “Tough and Agile” design theme, featuring a bolder front fascia, slimmer headlights, and an upgraded cabin with available dual 12.3-inch displays. Despite its global focus, Toyota clarified that the electric Hilux will not reach the U.S., where the Tacoma continues to dominate the midsize pickup segment.

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