{"id":577024,"date":"2026-03-31T20:45:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T20:45:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/577024\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T20:45:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T20:45:16","slug":"2026-toyota-hilux-bev-new-electric-ute-priced-for-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/577024\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Toyota HiLux BEV: New electric ute priced for Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"

Toyota is launching its first electric ute in Australia, with a small, fleet-focused lineup comprising two body styles and one dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain.<\/p>\n

The 2026 Toyota HiLux BEV<\/a> is arriving in showrooms in the second quarter (April to June) of 2026, priced from $74,990 before on-road costs for the base SR dual-cab\/chassis.<\/p>\n

The SR trim is also offered in dual-cab pickup configuration at $76,490 before on-roads, with the HiLux BEV lineup topped by the SR5 dual-cab pickup at $82,990 before on-road costs.<\/p>\n

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The electric utes are therefore the most expensive members of the HiLux lineup, which with diesel power tops out at $71,990 before on-road costs in Rogue or Rugged X trim.<\/p>\n

Power and torque outputs for the HiLux BEV aren\u2019t far off the diesel-powered HiLux.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s only a dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain available, incorporating 82kW\/206Nm front and 129kW\/269Nm rear electric motors for total system outputs of 144kW and 468Nm.<\/p>\n

A diesel HiLux, in contrast, delivers 150kW of power and between 420Nm and 500Nm of torque depending on the transmission.<\/p>\n

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The HiLux BEV has a 59.2kWh lithium-ion battery that can be fast-charged at up to 150kW on DC power, via which a 10 to 80 per cent charge is claimed to take \u201cas little as 30 minutes\u201d.<\/p>\n

It also supports 10kW three-phase AC charging, on which a 10 to 100 per cent charge is claimed to take approximately 6.5 hours.<\/p>\n

Toyota says a driving range figure has yet to be finalised, but is \u201canticipated to be up to 315km on the NEDC cycle\u201d.<\/p>\n

The HiLux BEV has full-time all-wheel drive, with torque distribution variably controlled between the front and rear axles during on-road driving, and six different terrain modes available for off-road driving.<\/p>\n

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The HiLux BEV features its own \u201cuniquely developed suspension system\u201d comprising frame reinforcements, beefed-up MacPherson strut front suspension, and a De Dion live axle with leaf spring setup at the rear. It features ventilated disc brakes and regenerative braking.<\/p>\n

Braked towing capacity is 2000kg, well down on the 3500kg offered by the diesel HiLux and both the MG U9 EV<\/a> and LDV eTerron 9<\/a> expected for Australia.<\/p>\n

Toyota, however, says it has conducted a \u201ccomprehensive and sustained testing program in collaboration with leading mining fleets\u201d, with HiLux BEVs trialed on different off-road terrain and in high-temperature remote outback operations.<\/p>\n

The HiLux BEV is distinguished from the diesel-powered range with a closed-off upper front grille and \u201caerodynamically enhanced\u201d 17-inch alloy wheels.<\/p>\n

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Standard equipment on the SR includes:<\/p>\n

LED headlightsManual levelingAutomatic high-beamSide stepsProximity entry and start12.3-inch digital instrument cluster12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment systemWireless Apple CarPlay and Android AutoSatellite navigationDAB+ digital radio2 x front USB-C outlets2 x rear USB-C outlets4-speaker sound systemUrethane steering wheelShift-by-wire gear shifterDual-zone climate controlFabric upholsteryAll-weather floor mats1500W inverter in the centre console boxToyota Connected ServicesAdaptive cruise controlAutonomous emergency brakingLane trace assist (lane centring)Rear Parking Support Brake (pickup only)Surround-view cameraFront and rear parking sensors (pickup only)Traffic sign recognitionTyre pressure monitoring8 x airbags<\/p>\n

The SR5 adds:<\/p>\n

\u2018High-grade\u2019 LED headlights with auto levellingLED fog lightsLED tail-lightsRear privacy glassHeated, power-folding exterior mirrorsPainted bonnet moulding, lower grilleLeather-accented upholsteryPower-adjustable driver\u2019s seatHeated front seatsHeated steering wheel8-speaker sound systemWireless phone chargerCarpeted floorsElectrochromatic rear-view mirror\u2018Soft, lidded instrument panel\u2019\"\"<\/p>\n

You can only get the HiLux BEV in Glacier White, Frosted White and Ash Slate exterior paint finishes \u2013 the latter two costing an extra $675 \u2013 which is a further clue as to who this vehicle is aimed at: fleets.<\/p>\n

Toyota is targeting just 500 sales of the HiLux EV in Australia this year, predominantly targeting mining, construction and government fleet buyers.<\/p>\n

While that will likely make it Australia\u2019s best-selling electric ute, it would also make the HiLux EV one of the lowest-volume utes Down Under.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is an exciting time for Toyota; bringing in an electric version of the much-loved HiLux pickup finally gives businesses and fleets the option of low-emission motoring mixed with Toyota\u2019s extensive parts and servicing network,\u201d said Toyota Australia vice president of sales, marketing and franchise operations, John Pappas, in a press release.<\/p>\n

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\u201cIn fact, Toyota has already been testing the HiLux BEV for months on mine sites in temperatures nearing 50\u00b0C, ensuring the performance of this new powertrain matches the tried-and-tested HiLux diesel.<\/p>\n

\u201cCustomers looking to make the switch to an electric pickup now have the backing of Toyota quality, durability and reliability.\u201d<\/p>\n

There are just two other electric utes currently on sale in Australia: the more expensive LDV eT60<\/a>, a single-motor rear-wheel drive dual-cab; and the KGM Musso EV<\/a>, a unibody dual-cab launched last year with either single-motor front-wheel drive or dual-motor all-wheel drive configurations.<\/p>\n

LDV and MG are expected to launch their respective eTerron 9 and U9 EV twins Down Under, though timing for these electric utes remains unconfirmed. Isuzu is also expected to launch an electric D-Max<\/a>.<\/p>\n

PricingModelPrice before on-road costs2026 Toyota HiLux BEV SR dual-cab\/chassis$74,9902026 Toyota HiLux BEV SR dual-cab pickup$76,4902026 Toyota HiLux BEV SR5 dual-cab pickup$82,990<\/p>\n

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