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About the Toyota HiLux
Last updated Oct 23, 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.
Pros
- Suspension upgrades are a meaningful improvement
- More power, more torque
- Smartphone mirroring... finally
Cons
- Short servicing intervals
- Steering is still slow and heavy
- Interior starting to look dated
Toyota HiLux Rating
LDV T60
Entry-level
Ford Ranger
Best in class
Overall rating
7.9
7.2
8.7
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2022 Toyota HiLux Price
Cab Chassis
| Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| WORKMATE (4x2) | $28,600 | $33,700 |
Double Cab Pick Up
| Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| WORKMATE (4x2) | $33,800 | $39,900 |
*excl. on-roads
2022 Toyota HiLux Specs
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2022 Toyota HiLux Dimensions
1750mm
1800mm
5265mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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The dual-cab HiLux has a tub that measures 1570mm long, 1645mm wide, and 481mm tall. There's 1109mm between the two rear wheel arches.
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2022 Toyota HiLux Safety Rating
All versions of the HiLux get a suite of Toyota Safety Sense technologies as standard, including AEB with pedestrian (day/night) and cyclist (day) detection, high-speed adaptive cruise control, and lane departure warning with steering assist via brakes. Road sign assist is also included.
SR5 4×4 models as well as auto-equipped SR 4×4 double cabs (including cab-chassis) feature hill descent control, while SR5 double- and extra-cab pick-ups now get front and rear parking sensors as standard.
4×2 Hi-Rider and 4×4 models feature 319mm front ventilated brake discs with opposed-piston calipers and 295mm self-adjusting rear drums with leading and trailing shoes.
Other 4×2 HiLux models get 296mm front ventilated discs with floating calipers and 254mm rear drums.
The eighth-generation Toyota HiLux wears a five-star ANCAP rating for vehicles sold from July 2019 onwards, scoring 96 per cent for adult occupant protection, 87 per cent for child occupants, 88 per cent for vulnerable road users and 78 per cent for safety assist.
2022 Toyota HiLux Fuel Economy
The 2.8-litre diesel uses between 7.1L/100km and 8.1L/100km depending on variant.
Meanwhile, the 2.4-litre turbo-diesel is rated at between 7.4L/100km and 8.0L/100km depending on variant.
Finally, the petrol four uses between 7.1L/100km and 8.0L/100km.
The variations in fuel economy are based on body style, drivetrain (4×2 or 4×4) and transmission, for reference.
| Toyota HiLux | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| SR (4x4) | DIESEL | 7.8 |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | UNLEADED PETROL | 11.1 |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | DIESEL | 7.4 |
| WORKMATE HI-RIDER (4x2) | DIESEL | 7.7 |
Cost of ownership
What is the running and servicing costs of a Toyota HiLux?
All Toyota HiLux’s need servicing every 6 Months months or 10,000km km, whichever comes first.
How does the 2022 Toyota HiLux drive?
Our expert take on Toyota HiLux drivability.
The new 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine starts with the same distinctive clatter as before, and behaves very similarly to the pre-update engine most of the time. But there’s definitely more mid-range punch in the 2021 update, and highway overtakes are dispatched faster than in the pre-facelift car.
The old HiLux could feel a bit strained at times, the new model rarely does.
Toyota’s six-speed automatic transmission might have as many options as the 10-speeder in the Ford Ranger and its bi-turbo engine, but it makes up for it by being decisive and intelligent on the move.
It’s happy to hold a taller gear and lean on the muscled-up mid-range on lighter throttle inputs, and kicks down smartly when more performance is required. There’s also a sequential-style manual shift option for control freaks, but it’s best left to its own devices for the most part.
Along with the updated engine, the HiLux has been treated to a number of locally-developed updates to the suspension in search of a smoother around-town ride.
Changes include longer leaf springs spaced further apart, new spring, damper and bushing rates, and new cabin mounts.
Less noticeable are the changes made to the steering, which is still relatively heavy and slow at low speed. There’s a bit of arm twirling required when you’re parking, especially compared to the SUV-like setup in the Isuzu D-Max and Mazda BT-50.
2022 Toyota HiLux Options
Options list for the Toyota HiLux
You can find more details on all the options and inclusions across the Toyota HiLux variants on the official website, and within the official Toyota HiLux specifications page.
2022 Toyota HiLux Colours
What colours are available for the Toyota HiLux
The following choice of colours is available across the Toyota Hilux range, although not all are available on all variants.
The WorkMate and SR are limited to Glacier white, Silver Sky, Graphite and Eclipse Black. The SR5 gains Crystal Pearl and Nebula Blue. While the Rogue and Rogue X gain Feverish Red, Saturn Blue and Oxide Bronze.
- Glacier White
- Crystal Pearl
- Silver Sky
- Graphite
- Eclipse Black
- Saturn Blue
- Nebula Blue
- Feverish Red
- Oxide Bronze
Not all exterior paint colours are available across the range
2022 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.
Should you buy the 2022 Toyota HiLux
Is this the right car for you? Out experts buy or not guide.
Although it’s faced with tough competition from Ford, Isuzu, Mazda, and Mitsubishi, it’s easy to see why the HiLux is still a winner.
It feels quite old in some ways, but it's still solid to drive and has the backing of a massive dealer network. It also has a huge range of body styles on offer, allowing you to tailor your HiLux to the intended use easily.
Toyota HiLux FAQs
The cheapest Toyota HiLux is the WORKMATE (4x2) that starts from $28,600.
The most expensive Toyota HiLux is the ROGUE (4x4) that starts from $75,200
The best towing capacity of a Toyota HiLux is 3500Kg offered by the following variants
- WORKMATE (4x4)
- SR (4x4) STEEL WHEELS
- SR (4x4)
- SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4)
- SR5 (4x4)
- ROGUE (4x4) 6 SPEAKER
- RUGGED X (4x4)
- ROGUE (4x4)
The largest Toyota HiLux is the ROGUE (4x4) 6 SPEAKER which measures 2020mm wide, 5320mm in length and sits 1870mm tall.
The most powerful Toyota HiLux is the ROGUE (4x4) 6 SPEAKER which has 150kW of power from its 2.8L Diesel Turbo Fuel Injection engine.
The Toyota HiLux is built in Thailand and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Toyota HiLux is the SR (4x4) which weighs 3100 kg (kerb weight).
See full fuel information for Toyota HiLux below:
| Variant | Fuel Type |
|---|---|
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| WORKMATE HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| ROGUE (4x4) 6 SPEAKER | diesel |
| ROGUE (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 (4x4) | diesel |
| RUGGED X (4x4) | diesel |
| ROGUE (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 (4x4) | diesel |
| SR HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| SR HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) STEEL WHEELS | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4) | diesel |
| SR5 + PREMIUM INTERIOR (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x4) | diesel |
| SR HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| SR HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| SR HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| SR5 HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| SR5 HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| WORKMATE HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| WORKMATE HI-RIDER (4x2) | diesel |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | unleaded petrol |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | unleaded petrol |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | unleaded petrol |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | unleaded petrol |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | unleaded petrol |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | unleaded petrol |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | unleaded petrol |
| WORKMATE (4x2) | unleaded petrol |