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About the Toyota HiLux
Last updated Dec 18, 2024Dating back to 1968, the Toyota HiLux is the Japanese auto giant's top-selling model and was Australia's favourite new vehicle for seven years until 2023. Starting life as a compact pickup, over eight generations it has built a reputation for durability and versatility, and with more than 30 variants available – including 4x2 and 4x4 drivelines, petrol and diesel power, three body styles and at least four trim levels – the popular ute meets the needs of not only tradies and farmers but adventurers and families.
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2025 Toyota HiLux Price
SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4) | $62,490 | $63,170 |
WORKMATE (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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WORKMATE (4x4) | $40,965 | $50,420 |
WORKMATE (4x2)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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WORKMATE (4x2) | $26,475 | $37,370 |
SR (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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SR (4x4) | $44,035 | $55,190 |
SR (4x4) STEEL WHEELS
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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SR (4x4) STEEL WHEELS | $53,105 | $53,105 |
WORKMATE HI-RIDER (4x2)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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WORKMATE HI-RIDER (4x2) | $31,715 | $44,820 |
SR HI-RIDER (4x2)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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SR HI-RIDER (4x2) | $47,470 | $48,890 |
SR 48V (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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SR 48V (4x4) | $54,130 | $56,210 |
GR-SPORT TWO-TONE (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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GR-SPORT TWO-TONE (4x4) | $75,310 | $75,310 |
SR5 48V + PREM. INTERIOR (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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SR5 48V + PREM. INTERIOR (4x4) | $63,080 | $65,760 |
SR5 48V (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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SR5 48V (4x4) | $60,580 | $63,260 |
SR5 (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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SR5 (4x4) | $60,250 | $60,670 |
GR-SPORT (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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GR-SPORT (4x4) | $74,310 | $74,310 |
ROGUE 48V (4x4)
Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
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ROGUE 48V (4x4) | $71,530 | $71,530 |
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2025 Toyota HiLux Specs
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2025 Toyota HiLux Dimensions
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2025 Toyota HiLux Exterior
Most HiLux grades, except the WorkMate and SR single-cab and petrol variants, receive a refreshed front-end design with new bumpers and a honeycomb mesh grille since 2024. At the rear, WorkMate, SR, SR5, and GR Sport pick-ups feature a gloss black rear bumper, while the Rogue has a dark grey finish.
The SR5 grades now include dark-finished LED headlamps, gloss black exterior mirrors, door handles, tailgate handle, and a powder-coated sports bar for pick-up models. All pick-up grades are fitted with a tailgate damper with lift assist, using a gas strut and steel cable. SR double-cab automatic variants add front and rear parking sensors.
Double-cab automatic SR5 grades, as well as the Rogue and GR Sport, come equipped with a wireless charger and two rear USB-C ports for additional charging capability.
2025 Toyota HiLux Fuel Economy
There are 12 different fuel economy figures for the Toyota HiLux
The most fuel efficient Toyota HiLux is the WORKMATE (4x4) with a 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.4L DIESEL TURBO F/INJ and uses 7.2L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Toyota HiLux that uses the most amount of fuel is the WORKMATE (4x2) with a 5 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 2.7L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 11.1L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
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Toyota HiLux | Fuel Type | Combined |
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SR (4x4) | Diesel | 7.4 L/100km |
SR (4x4) STEEL WHEELS | Diesel | 8.4 L/100km |
SR 48V (4x4) | Diesel | 7.6 L/100km |
SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4) | Diesel-Electric Hybrid | 8.4 L/100km |
SR5 48V (4x4) | Diesel-Electric Hybrid | 7.6 L/100km |
SR5 48V + PREM. INTERIOR (4x4) | Diesel-Electric Hybrid | 7.6 L/100km |
WORKMATE (4x4) | Diesel | 8.0 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Toyota HiLux?
The Toyota HiLux has a recommended service interval of 6 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 Toyota HiLux Warranty
What is the warranty on a Toyota HiLux?
The Toyota HiLux offers a 5 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
2025 Toyota HiLux vs other Utes to consider
The Toyota HiLux's most direct rival is the Ford Ranger which most recently was unveiled in new-generation form.
The HiLux also competes against the recently updated the Isuzu D-Max and Mazda BT-50 siblings.
Compared to all of its rivals, the HiLux is getting a little long in the tooth.
In saying this though, the HiLux still provides that Toyota-tough reliability and reputation, as well as high resale value.
Toyota HiLux FAQs
The cheapest Toyota HiLux is the WORKMATE (4x2) that starts from $26,475.
The most expensive Toyota HiLux is the GR-SPORT TWO-TONE (4x4) that starts from $75,310.
The best towing capacity of a Toyota HiLux is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: WORKMATE (4x4), SR (4x4), SR (4x4) STEEL WHEELS, SR 48V (4x4), SR5 (4x4), SR5 48V (4x4), SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4), SR5 48V + PREM. INTERIOR (4x4), ROGUE 48V (4x4), GR-SPORT (4x4) and GR-SPORT TWO-TONE (4x4).
The largest Toyota HiLux is the GR-SPORT (4x4) which measures 2020mm wide, 5320mm in length and sits 1880mm tall.
The most powerful Toyota HiLux is the GR-SPORT (4x4) which has 165kW of power from its 2.8L DIESEL TURBO F/INJ engine.
The Toyota HiLux is built in Thailand and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Toyota HiLux is the SR5 (4x4) which weighs 3100 kg (kerb weight).
The Toyota HiLux may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel, Diesel-Electric Hybrid or Unleaded Petrol.