Browse over 9,000 car reviews

CarsGuide Labs Icon

Why Toyota Genuine Accessories are your ticket to adventure

Whether you're a tow-er or an off-roader, a beach-goer or a kayak rower, you can easily set your vehicle up with Toyota Genuine Accessories so that it's just right for you.

video cover photo
Toyota HiLux
Toyota HiLux

What's on this page

Toyota HiLux Review, For Sale, Colours, Models, Specs & Interior

If you had to sum the Toyota HiLux up in one phrase, it'd be 'rugged utility'.

The big ute defines this concept to the extent that you can literally take one through a war zone – and plenty have.

Growing from a small, utilitarian workhorse to a fully featured, dual-purpose vehicle, the HiLux has stuck with the same basic formula since its introduction to the Australian landscape in 1968, adding a choice of petrol and diesel engines, 4x2 and 4x4 drive types and a choice between single, extra and dual cab bodies with either a pickup tray or cab chassis. Although it faces more opposition than ever from almost every competitor, the HiLux is still a byword for reliability and utility.

Current prices range from $26,475 for the HiLux Workmate (4X2) to $74,990 for the HiLux GR-Sport TWO-Tone (4X4).

This vehicle is also known as Toyota Pickup (US).

Toyota HiLux Accessories

The entry-level 4x4 HiLux Workmate dual cab ute comes standard with 17-inch steel wheels and 265/65 R17 tyres plus a full-size spare, body-coloured front bumper, halogen DRLs, reversing camera and more. Higher in the model range the specification lists to include standard features like smart entry/start, LED lights, rear privacy glass, dual-zone climate control  and nine-speaker JBL premium sound.

Toyota HiLux Accessories

Toyota HiLux Colours

Glacier White, Frosted White, Stunning Silver, Graphite, Eclipse Black, Nebula Blue, Feverish Red, Saturn Blue and Oxide Bronze.

  • Glacier White
  • Frosted White
  • Graphite
  • Stunning Silver
  • Eclipse Black
  • Feverish Red
  • Oxide Bronze
  • Nebula Blue
  • Saturn Blue
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

Toyota HiLux Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Toyota HiLux varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $26,475 and going to $74,990 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2024 Ute 2.7L, —, 5 SP MAN $26,475 $74,990
2023 Ute 2.7L, —, 5 SP MAN $23,210 $87,230
2022 Ute 2.7L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $26,620 $86,130
2021 Ute 2.7L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $25,300 $83,820
2020 Ute 2.7L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $23,320 $78,870
See All Toyota HiLux Pricing and Specs

Toyota HiLux Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Toyota HiLux here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • My 2001 Toyota HiLux has been overheating when I use the air-conditioner

    Air-conditioning can really add another layer of stress to an engine. Since the air-con compressor is driven off the engine (via a belt) it's just another thing for the engine to deal with. And since the engine has to make more power to run the air-con and travel at the same speed, it uses more fuel. And more fuel burned equals more heat, it's pretty basic physics to that point.

    Any vehicle with a cooling system that is already a bit marginal can easily be made to overheat by switching on the air-conditioning. So the first thing to do is make sure there are no leaks in the cooling system, the radiator is not clogged internally or covered externally in dead bugs, the radiator hoses are not collapsing when you rev the engine, the water pump is working efficiently and the radiator cap is holding pressure (the boiling point of the coolant rises as you pressurise the system. Again, basic physics: Water boils at 100 degrees-C at sea level, but at the summit of Mount Everest, if you set up your camping stove, you'd boil water at just 68 degrees-C due to the lower atmospheric pressure).

    The other thing to check is the condition of the cooling fans. The engine will have its own fan, but cars with air-conditioning usually have a second cooling fan that starts up when the air-con is switched on. You can tell if this second fan starts up by listening for it when you hit the A/C switch. If it isn't coming on (or the engine's fan is broken, slipping or doesn't have the correct shroud fitted) than this can easily lead to overheating.

    Show more
  • Problems with a 2015 Toyota HiLux speedometer

    It sounds like the needle has physically moved on its shaft to exhibit this problem. The question is how. Did you hit a huge pothole or bump off-road? Has any part of the dashboard been adjusted or pulled apart for another reason? Has the vehicle been operated in really dusty conditions (sufficient to have jammed up the smooth movement of the speedo needle)?

    Unlike older vehicles, the modern HiLux doesn’t use a simple mechanical cable to power the speedo. Instead, it uses a vehicle speed sensor as part of the transmission to inform the body computer of the vehicle’s speed which then transfers an electrical signal to the speedo in the dashboard. If anything goes wrong with that chain of electronic command, then the speedo can be affected.

    Show more
  • What is the process for selling a car that has had non-compliance fines?

    The fines are a separate matter as to what you eventually do with the vehicle. They need to be paid, regardless of what else you decide to do.

    As you say, you can return the vehicle to standard condition or have it engineered for the modifications you want and then have the defects cleared by having the car inspected. But if you decide to sell the vehicle, it can't be sold with current defects and while still registered. You can clear the defects and sell the vehicle with registration, or cancel the registration and then sell the car. In any case, there's no way you could obtain a roadworthy certificate with the defects you've listed so the simplest way to get rid of the car would be to cancel the registration and then sell the car.

    Show more
  • Which five-speed gearbox models are compatible with my Toyota Hilux's 2Y engine?

    Swapping a five-speed gearbox into an older car or ute is a pretty well-trodden path, partly because it makes all sorts of sense. While older four-speed gearboxes generally have a fourth gear ratio of 1:1, a five-speed is will have an overdriven fifth gear which makes for more relaxed highway-speed driving and, potentially, a fuel saving as the engine won’t be working as hard or turning as fast.

    The Toyota 2Y engine is, I believe, a more or less bolt-up fitment to the 2Y engine in your vehicle. Commonly found in early, rear-drive Celicas, the W50 is definitely strong enough for your application since the 2Y engine in your car probably struggles to make its full 58kW these days. The only catch you might run into is that if you’re running bigger wheels and tyres or your regularly tow a trailer or the vehicle is way down on power, the engine might struggle to pull that taller gearing. At best you might find yourself shifting back and forth pretty regularly in hilly country or when encountering a headwind. But if you do go through with the swap, you’ll find that the W50 has a fifth gear ratio of 0.853:1 which should reduce your engine speed for the same road speed by about 15 per cent.

    Beyond the Toyota E50 gearbox, there’s really no limit to what you can fit if you have the time and money to have the engineering sorted out. That said, anything beefier than the W50 is almost certainly overkill.

    Show more
See All Toyota HiLux Q&As
Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. Carsguide is not liable for the accuracy of any information provided in the answers.

Toyota HiLux Dimensions

The dimensions of the Toyota HiLux Ute vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2024 Ute 1750x1800x5265 mm 174 mm
2023 Ute 1750x1800x5265 mm 174 mm
2022 Ute 1750x1800x5265 mm 174 mm
2021 Ute 1690x1800x5265 mm 190 mm
2020 Ute 1690x1800x5330 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Toyota HiLux Dimensions

Toyota HiLux Towing Capacity

The Toyota HiLux has maximum towing capacity of 3500kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2024 Ute 2500kg 3500kg
2023 Ute 2500kg 3500kg
2022 Ute 2500kg 3500kg
2021 Ute 2500kg 3500kg
2020 Ute 2500kg 3500kg
See All Towing Capacity for Toyota HiLux

Toyota HiLux Wheel Size

The Toyota HiLux has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 215x65 R16C for Ute in 2024.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2024 Ute 215x65 R16C 215x65 R16C
2023 Ute 215x65 R16 215x65 R16
2022 Ute 215x65 R16 215x65 R16
2021 Ute 215x65 R16 215x65 R16
2020 Ute 215x65 R16 16x6 inches 215x65 R16 16x6 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Toyota HiLux Wheel Sizes

Toyota HiLux Engine

The entry-level 4x4 HiLux Workmate dual cab ute's standard 2.4-litre turbo-diesel produces 110kW at 3400rpm and 400Nm between 1600-2000rpm. Higher grade models are powered by a 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel producing up to 165kW at 3000rpm and a sizeable 550Nm available between 1600-2800rpm.

Toyota HiLux Engine

Toyota HiLux Fuel Consumption

The Toyota HiLux is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel, — and ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.4L/100km for Ute /Diesel for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2024 Ute 7.4L/100km 2.4L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2024 Ute 11.1L/100km 2.7L 5 SP MAN
2023 Ute 7.4L/100km 2.4L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2023 Ute 11.1L/100km 2.7L 5 SP MAN
2023 Ute 11.1L/100km 2.7L ULP 5 SP MAN
2022 Ute 7.7L/100km 2.4L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2022 Ute 11.1L/100km 2.7L ULP 5 SP MAN
2021 Ute 7.7L/100km 2.4L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2021 Ute 11.1L/100km 2.7L ULP 5 SP MAN
2020 Ute 7.7L/100km 2.4L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2020 Ute 11.1L/100km 2.7L ULP 5 SP MAN
* Combined fuel consumption See All Toyota HiLux Pricing and Specs for 2024

Toyota HiLux Interior

The entry-level HiLux comes standard with fabric upholstery, vinyl floor covering, all-weather floor mats, 4.2-inch colour multi-information display, height/reach adjustable steering wheel, two-speaker multimedia system with 8.0-inch colour touchscreen and Apple/Android connectivity.

Toyota HiLux Interior

Toyota HiLux Seats

The HiLux seats two people in single cab form rising to seating for up to five occupants, comprising two front bucket seats and a rear bench seat.

Toyota HiLux Seats

Toyota HiLux Boot Space

The unlined load tub is 1570mm long, 1645mm wide and 495mm deep. With 1105mm between the wheel housings, it can’t fit a standard 1165mm-square Aussie pallet, but will take a Euro. There are four load-anchorage points.

Toyota HiLux Boot space Toyota HiLux Boot space

Toyota HiLux Speed

The entry-level 4x4 HiLux Workmate dual cab ute can accelerate from 0-100km/h in approximately 11-12 seconds, with higher grade models like the SR5 lowering that to around 10.7 seconds. Top speed is around 185km/h.

Toyota HiLux News

See All Toyota HiLux News

Toyota HiLux Range

The entry-level 4x4 HiLux Workmate dual cab ute's standard 2.4-litre turbo-diesel has an official combined average fuel consumption of 8.0L/100km, with a  theoretical driving range nudging 1000km from its big 80-litre tank, while the GR Sport should have a realistic driving range nudging 800km from its 80-litre tank.