2026 Toyota HiLux Leaked: New Electric Ute or Plug-In Hybrid?
The 2026 Toyota Hilux has been leaked, revealing an electric or plug-in hybrid. Images posted on Instagram by Gilvane Baleker and official show overseas variants including the Hilux Travo preerunner, Hilux Travo overland, and Hilux Travo for tracks. These variants are likely destined for Thailand and neighboring markets. While official details for the Australian market are pending, the model range is expected to remain similar to the new generation. Despite numerous digital renderings online, these images are believed to be genuine with light signatures matching official teasers released by Toyota. The design features slimline headlights and honeycomb or blanked out grills influenced by the Tundra and Land Cruiser. However, industry experts debate the Hilux’s status as a new generation model or a heavy facelift of the outgoing UDA, reusing the cabin structure and panels. This debate arises a month after dashboard photos and specification details were released. Initially, the 2026 Toyota Hilux will use the 1GDF FTV engine, a 2.8 L turbo diesel 4-cylinder engine from the outgoing model. Mild hybrid and high-powered versions are rumored, but details are unconfirmed. The 2.4 L turbo diesel and 2.7 L petrol engines are expected to be discontinued. Toyota is also rumored to add a new 2.0 L turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine, possibly introducing a performance GR Hilux to compete with the Ford Ranger Raptor. The 2026 Hilux is set to be officially unveiled on November 10th at 400 p.m. Australian Eastern Daylight Time with further updates available on Car Experts social media channels.
Get a sneak peek at the leaked images of the 2026 Toyota HiLux, showcasing potential electric and hybrid variants of this iconic ute. This video dives into the latest specs, features, and design details revealed through leaks and digital renderings, including new engine options, the HiLux Travo series, and the impact of the Toyota Tundra and LandCruiser. Stay up to date with the latest on the 2026 Toyota HiLux as Toyota gears up to officially unveil it. Will we see a performance GR HiLux? Watch to find out all the details!
Discover what the future holds for the Toyota HiLux, including the new hybrid and electric variants, and how it compares to competitors like the Ford Ranger Raptor.
