Toyota has officially revealed the ninth-generation Hilux at the Thailand Motor Expo 2025, and it’s everything fans expected — and more. The new Hilux not only looks tougher and more premium but also steps into a new era with electrified powertrains, including the first-ever all-electric Hilux.
The 2026 Hilux continues the legacy of durability and strength but with a completely reimagined design language. The front fascia looks sharper with slimmer LED headlamps, a bold “TOYOTA” lettering replacing the traditional logo, and a muscular new stance inspired by the Land Cruiser GR Sport.
While the side and rear design remains functional rather than flashy, the overall presence is unmistakably Hilux — tough, confident, and built to last.
Toyota hasn’t compromised on versatility. The ninth-gen Hilux will be available in both single-cab and double-cabversions, across multiple trims like Smart and Premium. Buyers can choose from diesel, petrol, mild-hybrid, and all-electric powertrains — a total of 14 different variants globally.
This new lineup makes the Hilux the most diverse pickup range Toyota has ever offered.
In a refreshing change, the cabin now borrows design inspiration from the Land Cruiser 250 rather than the Fortuner. The dashboard layout feels more modern and premium, with improved materials and ergonomic touches that signal Toyota’s step-up in cabin experience.
This could also hint at what the next-gen Fortuner’s interior might look like.
The Hilux finally gets the tech it deserves. It now features:
This is a huge leap over the outgoing model’s dated 8-inch screen and semi-digital cluster.
For the first time ever, Toyota has introduced an all-electric Hilux.
Despite going electric, Toyota hasn’t abandoned its diesel roots. The trusted 2.8-litre diesel and 2.7-litre petrol engines continue, now paired with a 48V mild-hybrid system for better efficiency and smoother performance.
For India, Toyota is expected to bring only the 2.8-litre mild-hybrid diesel version when it launches here.
And there’s more — a hydrogen fuel-cell (FCEV) Hilux is confirmed for 2028, targeting Europe and Oceania markets first.
With a bold design, smarter tech, and multiple electrified options, the 2026 Toyota Hilux clearly means business. It’s modern yet rugged, digital yet dependable — the perfect evolution of a global icon.
Whether Toyota brings the diesel, hybrid, or even the electric Hilux to India, one thing is clear: the legend has just entered a new era.
