Toyota Also Offers the New Hilux as a BEV

Toyota unveiled the new Hilux at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show. The ninth-generation pickup truck will be available as an MHEV diesel and a BEV.

New workhorse in its ninth generation: Underneath its robust bodywork, the pickup retains its ladder frame ("body-on-frame") design. The Toyota Hilux is available with two electrified powertrains, one as a BEV and one as an MHEV diesel.

The new pickup will initially be available in a battery-electric version from spring 2026: The Hilux BEV uses a 59.2 kWh lithium-ion battery that is protected and integrated into the ladder frame. The eAxles on the front and rear axles offer permanent all-wheel drive with flexible power distribution. The system delivers 205 Nm of torque to the front axle and 268 Nm to the rear axle. The combined range is expected to be up to 257 km. The Hilux BEV offers a payload of 715 kg and a towing capacity of 1.6 t.

Toyota Hilux MHEV Coming in Fall 2026

The Multi-Terrain Select system adjusts vehicle performance when driving on different terrains, and a Multi-Terrain Monitor and Panoramic Monitor are also available for precise maneuvering on difficult surfaces.

The hybrid version will follow in fall 2026. In the MHEV model, the 2.8-liter diesel engine is supported by a 48-volt mild hybrid system. The load capacity of the new Hilux mild hybrid remains unchanged: The maximum payload is one ton, and the towing capacity is 3.5 tons. The wading depth for both models is 700 mm. Further technical data is to follow.

This is a partly automated translation of this German article.