- Toyota teases the 2026 Hilux ahead of its November 10 world premiere.
- Midsize pickup gains a redesigned exterior and refreshed cabin layout.
- It rides on an upgraded platform with a mild-hybrid diesel powertrain.
The wait is almost up for Toyota’s next Hilux, and you could say it’s about time. After months of spy shots, half-baked leaks, and plenty of speculation, the automaker has finally confirmed that the new-generation midsize pickup will be unveiled in Thailand on November 10, accompanied by its first official teaser.
The video, shared by Toyota’s Thailand division, gives us the first official look at the new Hilux’s exterior design. The model will replace its aging predecessor, which has been on sale since 2015 having received facelifts in 2017, 2020, and 2024.
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The face of new truck wears slimmer, sharper LED headlights paired with a sculpted hood and taller bumper intakes.
From the side, things feel more familiar. The dual-cab body, sports bar, and pronounced fenders all return. At the back, more angular taillights with modern LED graphics frame a tailgate that now includes a subtle integrated lip spoiler.
There’s a big TOYOTA badge across the grille, just in case anyone misses the point, and a Hilux script on the tail. The version shown here also rides on black alloy wheels with seven double spokes.
Toyota Motor Thailand
While the teaser didn’t include any interior shots, the dashboard assembly of the truck has already been leaked, giving us an idea of what to expect. The cockpit will combine a digital instrument cluster with a free-standing infotainment screen, integrated into a more angular dashboard.
Material quality should get a lift, too, with new trim and upholstery options that aim to make the pickup feel a little more SUV and a little less utility vehicle.
What’s Underneath?
Despite the visual refresh, the new Hilux won’t stray far from its roots. It’s expected to use an updated version of the existing IMV ladder-frame platform instead of Toyota’s newer TNGA-F setup found under the Tacoma and Land Cruiser.
Still, a reworked chassis and a more capable suite of driver aids should make the truck feel less like a throwback from the previous decade.
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Powertrain Options
Under the hood, the mild-hybrid 2.8-liter turbodiesel is expected to remain, producing 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS) and 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) of torque, just as in the outgoing model. Power will be sent to either the rear or all four wheels through an automatic gearbox.
Recent Australian filings suggest that the 2.4-liter diesel and 2.7-liter petrol engines are being phased out. In time, Toyota is expected to broaden the lineup with hybrid and fully electric versions for those who prefer their torque without the diesel soundtrack.
Everything else, including pricing, trim details, and just how much of it truly counts as “new”, will be revealed on November 10. Production stays put in Thailand, where most Hilux units are built.
Once it arrives, the updated pickup will enter a familiar arena crowded with the Ford Ranger, VW Amarok, Isuzu D-Max, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Kia Tasman, and an ever-expanding lineup of Chinese contenders.
