- By Pawan Mishra
- Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:59 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Next-Generation Toyota Hilux: The ninth generation of the Toyota Hilux will be launched in India on July 28, 2026. Currently, the pickup truck is available in its eighth-generation model, which was launched in the country in 2022. The Hilux is one of the most capable and popular pickup trucks in the world, and its ninth-generation model debuted earlier this year for ASEAN markets as the Toyota Hilux Travo. Let’s take a look at what can be expected from the upcoming Toyota Hilux 2026.
Toyota Hilux 2026: Design
The Toyota Hilux 2026 is expected to feature a completely new design language. It gets an upright stance with sleek LED DRLs and LED headlights at the front that are connected together by a black applique with Toyota badging. The front fascia also comprises a body-coloured grille with a honeycomb pattern, faux trapezoidal air vents, large air vents lower on the bumper, and a prominent silver skid plate. On the sides, it features a black ORVM, Hilux badging, large windows, a running board, black pull-out-type door handles, and thick black body cladding. On the rear, it features a tailgate with large Toyota Badging and a pull-type handle with Hilux written on it. The pickup by Toyota also features C-shaped LED taillights that extend to the sides, a large black rear bumper, and parking sensors.
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Toyota Hilux 2026: Features
The Toyota Hilux 2026 is expected to come equipped with some of the most advanced features. The cabin features a dual-tone theme with black and grey interiors. The Hilux 2026 is also expected to feature a new steering wheel with mounted controls, dual 12.3-inch screens for the infotainment system and instrument cluster, a dual-zone climate control system, a wireless charging pad, blindspot monitoring, a 360-degree camera, powered and ventilated seats, a radar-based ADAS suite, and more.
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Toyota Hilux 2026: Engine Specs
The Toyota Hilux 2026 is expected to come equipped with the same 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine that can be paired with the choice of either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. A new addition to the powertrain could be a 48V mild hybrid system. The engine also comes paired with a 4x4 configuration, and it can generate a peak power and torque output of 204 hp and 500 Nm, respectively.