Toyota launches ninth-generation Hilux with hybrid and electric options

Toyota has launched the ninth generation of its Hilux pickup truck in European markets, including Croatia and the Czech Republic, introducing new hybrid and fully electric powertrains.

In Croatia, the new Hilux features a 2.8-liter diesel Hybrid 48V powertrain producing 204 HP and 500 Nm of torque. Prices for the Hybrid 48V Comfort model start at 54,601 euros, while the electric version is priced at 70,300 euros. The updated model emphasizes the brand's 'Quality, Durability and Reliability' philosophy with a redesigned exterior and improved digital technologies.

In the Czech Republic, Toyota has begun pre-sales for a fully electric Hilux variant. This model is equipped with a 59.2 kWh battery and a 196 HP electric motor, featuring 4x4 drive. It is primarily targeted at commercial sectors such as agriculture, mining, and closed industrial sites. The electric version offers a city range of up to 380 kilometers and a combined range of approximately 257 kilometers. Fast charging at 125 kW can replenish the battery from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes.