Toyota HiLux EV vs Ford Ranger PHEV: Which is the right electric car tech for Australia's most popular utes?

Toyota HiLux EV vs Ford Ranger PHEV: Which is the right electric car tech for Australia's most popular utes?

12 Oct 2023 by Tung Nguyen

With the automotive industry well down the path to the all-electric future, workhorses like the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger are sure to follow, but what is the best powertrain technology for utes? Read more
Why is the Toyota HiLux so popular? Does the Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max ute rival still deserve its 'unbreakable' reputation? | Opinion

Why is the Toyota HiLux so popular? Does the Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max ute rival still deserve its 'unbreakable' reputation? | Opinion

1 Oct 2023 by Marcus Craft

Toyota's HiLux is one of the most popular utes in the world. Remote-area workers, mining staff, farmers and tradies punish these utes every day in tough, sometimes atrocious conditions – they' ...Read more
Toyota says its electric HiLux is on the cards for Australia - but the real fun will have to wait for a hydrogen truck next decade

Toyota says its electric HiLux is on the cards for Australia - but the real fun will have to wait for a hydrogen truck next decade

18 Sep 2023 by Tom White

Toyota says the real zero emissions HiLux fun will have to wait until next decade, as it reiterates its commitment to hydrogen technology. Read more
Were you one of Toyota's two most-important Australians? Neck-and-neck battle for Australia's top-selling ute means YOU could have been the one who put the HiLux ahead of the Ranger last month.

Were you one of Toyota's two most-important Australians? Neck-and-neck battle for Australia's top-selling ute means YOU could have been the one who put the HiLux ahead of the Ranger last month.

15 Sep 2023 by Andrew Chesterton

The battle between the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger is as close as it's been in recent memory, with just a handful of sales separating Australia's two best-selling vehicles last month. Read more
The wild Toyota with NO wait list?! Toyota says it anticipates more than enough supply of 2024 HiLux GR Sport as its supply chain improves

The wild Toyota with NO wait list?! Toyota says it anticipates more than enough supply of 2024 HiLux GR Sport as its supply chain improves

14 Sep 2023 by Tom White

Toyota's new higher-performance HiLux won't be burdered by long waitlists, according to the brand. Read more
Sorry Ford fans, the Ranger Raptor is an overhyped and overrated ute | Opinion

Sorry Ford fans, the Ranger Raptor is an overhyped and overrated ute | Opinion

10 Sep 2023 by Marcus Craft

The launch of Ford’s latest-generation Ranger Raptor in September 2022 was greeted with a level of wild exuberance the likes of which I’ve never witnessed before. ...Read more
'We've never mentioned hybrid in that car': Why Toyota Australia isn't calling the new HiLux 48V a mild-hybrid

'We've never mentioned hybrid in that car': Why Toyota Australia isn't calling the new HiLux 48V a mild-hybrid

8 Sep 2023 by Chris Thompson

Calling a 48-volt-assisted drivetrain a ‘mild-hybrid’ has become a bit of a standard for manufacturers hoping to lean into the electrification era as they work on other forms of ...Read more
Toyota's huge HiLux hints! Diesel set to live on for all-new 2025 Toyota HiLux as brand leaves electric utes to Kia and Hyundai

Toyota's huge HiLux hints! Diesel set to live on for all-new 2025 Toyota HiLux as brand leaves electric utes to Kia and Hyundai

7 Sep 2023 by Andrew Chesterton

The all-new 2025 Toyota HiLux looks almost certain to stick with a diesel powertrain, as the Japanese giant's Australian executives point to a true electric HiLux being years away at best. Read more
Forget the electric HiLux, how about a Toyota ute powered by hydrogen!

Forget the electric HiLux, how about a Toyota ute powered by hydrogen!

6 Sep 2023 by Tung Nguyen

Toyota has built a hydrogen-powered a HiLux ute as the brand explores future propulsion technologies for its popular pick-up. Read more
What happened to the Tesla Model Y? Electric car wave washed away by dual-cab utes as Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and Isuzu D-Max shine in August

What happened to the Tesla Model Y? Electric car wave washed away by dual-cab utes as Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and Isuzu D-Max shine in August

5 Sep 2023 by Andrew Chesterton

Normal new-car broadcasting returned to Australia in August, with the Tesla Model Y slipping out of the top five, and the Tesla Model 3 falling out of the top 10, with ute-beaut favourites like the ...Read more
Australia is flooded with utes, and the solution is more utes! Why the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz would be game-changers in Australia | Opinion

Australia is flooded with utes, and the solution is more utes! Why the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz would be game-changers in Australia | Opinion

3 Sep 2023 by Stephen Ottley

Australians love two types of vehicles at the moment - mid-size SUVs and utes. Together, those two segments make up more than 40 per cent of the new cars bought in this country so far in 2023. Read more
CONFIRMED! Toyota is working on a 4x4, load-hauling electric HiLux ute! But what exactly will power this Rivian R1T rival when it eventually arrives?

CONFIRMED! Toyota is working on a 4x4, load-hauling electric HiLux ute! But what exactly will power this Rivian R1T rival when it eventually arrives?

30 Aug 2023 by Tim Nicholson

If you’re hanging out for an electric Toyota HiLux ute that has genuine off-road capability, can tow a boat, has sufficient payload AND range of up to 800km, then we have some good news. Well, ...Read more
Why Australia is the leader of 4x4 off-road accessories for models like the Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and Mitsubishi Triton | Opinion

Why Australia is the leader of 4x4 off-road accessories for models like the Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and Mitsubishi Triton | Opinion

27 Aug 2023 by Marcus Craft

Companies such as ARB, Ironman 4X4, and TJM set the gold standard for 4WD aftermarket equipment and fitment long ago, and a stack of other newer Aussie aftermarket mobs are gaining recognition and ...Read more
How the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton was made for Australia: Bespoke suspension and handling, big towing upgrade, and significant local testing program for one of Mitsubishi's most important markets

How the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton was made for Australia: Bespoke suspension and handling, big towing upgrade, and significant local testing program for one of Mitsubishi's most important markets

13 Aug 2023 by Tom White

Here's how Mitsubishi has designed the new Triton ute specifically for Australia's needs. Read more
2024 Toyota HiLux: Does GR Sport ute go far enough to take down Ford Ranger Wildtrak?

2024 Toyota HiLux: Does GR Sport ute go far enough to take down Ford Ranger Wildtrak?

13 Aug 2023 by Marcus Craft

Hype is building for Toyota's new top-shelf HiLux, the GR (Gazoo Racing) Sport, which is set to take on the Ford Ranger Wildtrak when it arrives in Australian dealerships in September.But is the hype ...Read more
Toyota Australia increases prices of most popular models including HiLux, RAV4, LandCruiser and Kluger

Toyota Australia increases prices of most popular models including HiLux, RAV4, LandCruiser and Kluger

11 Aug 2023 by Tung Nguyen

Toyota Australia has raised prices for most of its models by as much as $1890 as it passes on the increasing costs of raw materials, labour and manufacturing onto the consumer. Read more
Hotting up for HiLux! Toyota's all-new diesel dual-cab to beat game-changing Kia Tasman to market - reports

Hotting up for HiLux! Toyota's all-new diesel dual-cab to beat game-changing Kia Tasman to market - reports

11 Aug 2023 by Andrew Chesterton

The all-new Toyota HiLux will now launch in 2024 in the face of new or renewed competition from models like the Mitsubishi Triton, Ford Ranger and the incoming Kia Tasman, shaving around 12 months of ...Read more
Ford Ranger knocks Toyota HiLux off top spot in record month for Australian new car sales

Ford Ranger knocks Toyota HiLux off top spot in record month for Australian new car sales

3 Aug 2023 by Chris Thompson

While concerns around rates and spending remain at the forefront of discussion, Australia’s new car market quietly notched up the best July of sales on record. ...Read more
Diesel lives! All-new 2024 Toyota HiLux ute to score TWO diesel engine options and look like a LandCruiser to help hold off the Ford Ranger and Kia Tasman | reports

Diesel lives! All-new 2024 Toyota HiLux ute to score TWO diesel engine options and look like a LandCruiser to help hold off the Ford Ranger and Kia Tasman | reports

1 Aug 2023 by Andrew Chesterton

Rumours of the demise of diesel appear to have been exaggerated, with the all-new Toyota HiLux to deliver not one, but two new diesel engine options to help it hold off stiff competition from the ...Read more
Don't bet on Aussies adopting hybrid and electric utes and 4WDs any time soon... | Opinion

Don't bet on Aussies adopting hybrid and electric utes and 4WDs any time soon... | Opinion

31 Jul 2023 by Marcus Craft

Any reports of the impending wave of hybrid and EV utes seem to be mostly based on wishful thinking, concepts, speculation, and industry gossip. Read more
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