2025 Toyota HiLux Australia: Full Specs, Tech & Pricing Revealed

Buckle up, Australia— the ute segment is in for a bumpy ride. 2025 Toyota HiLux lands in showrooms from 9 December, and it’s gone bigger, brasher, and proportionally Aussie. Relying heavily on past reputation, Toyota’s new(ish)-generation HiLux isn’t just a ute; it’s a statement. Built for tradies, weekend warriors, bush campers, and anyone who likes a vehicle that will actually survive the outback, this range has five grades, endless body configurations, and pricing from $33,990 to $71,990. From the humble WorkMate to the top-of-the-line Rugged X and Rogue, Toyota has left no stone unturned. Some might argue the pencils haven’t been sharpened quite far enough with the new opposition arrivals doing the round blitzing legacy brands on price. MGU9, BYD Shark 6 and others, give buyers great ride, more space, and in some case a full PHEV driveline for 20 grand less than the Hilux range-toppers.

What does Toyota offer?

The Core: Powertrain & Driving Options

Every HiLux is powered by Toyota’s aging 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder. Depending on the grade, it’s mated to either a proper six-speed manual or ancient automatic transmission. SR 4×4 automatics also benefit from Toyota’s 48V V-Active system, adding an 8.5kW/65Nm electric motor generator and DC/DC converter to improve take-off feel. Every model combines day-to-day reliability with decent towing and load-hauling chops.

WorkMate — Practicality First

The WorkMate kicks off the range at $33,990 for the 4×2 single cab-chassis manual, aimed squarely at tradies and anyone who doesn’t need bells and whistles. Exterior highlights include:

• 17-inch steel wheels
• LED manual-leveling headlamps
• Body-coloured bumpers and grille
• Electric mirrors with integrated turn signals
• Sharkfin antenna
• Choice of four exterior paint colours

Inside, the WorkMate is all business: manually adjustable fabric seats, urethane steering wheel with tilt/telescopic adjustment, manual aircon, power windows, all-weather plakky floor mats, and a manual parking brake. Tech is surprisingly solid: 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto, DAB+ radio, satellite navigation, and voice commands. Double cab WorkMates get a tailgate damper, four tie-down hooks, extra 12V rear port, and four-speaker audio system.

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SR — Comfort Meets Capability

Step up to the SR and you get more comfort and tech without losing the rugged charm. Available as a 4×2 double cab pick-up or 4×4 extra cab/double cab, the SR introduces:

• 17-inch alloy wheels, LED fog lamps, locking rear tailgate
• Side steps, black door handles, hood moulding
• Six colour options

Inside: bolstered seats, high-grade fabric upholstery, leather-accented shift knob and steering wheel, rear-seat AC vent, wireless smartphone charger, 8-speaker audio, 300W inverter, and smart entry/start. Safety and tech: panoramic view monitor, tyre pressure monitoring, MyToyota Connect remote locking/unlocking. 4×4 automatics gain locking rear diff, Multi Terrain Select, downhill assist, and V-Active system for smoother launches.

SR5 — Comfort Without Compromise

The SR5 4×4 double cab is where ride comfort meets capability. New rear leaf suspension tune improves compliance without sacrificing load capacity. Features include:

• 18-inch alloy wheels, larger front disc brakes, ventilated rear discs
• Integrated towbar, auto-leveling LED headlights, LED tail-lights, rear fog lamp
• Sports bar, privacy glass, auto-retracting and heated mirrors

Inside, you get dual-zone climate, cooled glove box, heated front seats and steering, 12.3-inch digital cluster, electric park brake, and remote AC activation via Toyota Connect+. Safety adds emergency driving stop system and Multi-Terrain Monitor. Optional $2,500 Premium Interior pack adds leather-accented seats, eight-way powered driver seat, and JBL nine-speaker audio.

Rogue & Rugged X — The Flagships

The Rogue builds on the SR5 Premium interior and adds:

• Matt black 18-inch alloys, unique sports bar, front bumper
• Marine-grade bedliner with electric roller cover
• Deck rail with sliding tie-down points, 12V tub socket, central locking tailgate
• Mineral-coloured upholstery, fully fitted towing package

The Rugged X adds:

• Hoopless genuine bullbar, front/rear recovery points, LED light bar
• Decal package, sports bar, bezel, towing package, bedliner, mineral upholstery

Safety & Tech

The new HiLux is packed with comprehensive safety:

• Autonomous emergency braking, rear-cross traffic alert
• Lane trace assist, lane departure alert, road sign assist
• Blind spot monitor, reversing camera
• Toyota Connected Services: Automatic Collision Notification, SOS emergency call, Vehicle Insights, and remote commands

Full 2025 Toyota HiLux Pricing

4×2

• WorkMate single cab-chassis MT: $33,990
• WorkMate single cab-chassis AT: $35,990
• WorkMate double cab pick-up AT: $47,990
• SR double cab pick-up AT: $52,990

4×4

• WorkMate single cab-chassis AT: $45,990
• WorkMate double cab-chassis AT: $52,490
• WorkMate double cab pick-up AT: $53,990
• SR extra cab-chassis AT: $54,990
• SR double cab-chassis MT: $54,990
• SR double cab-chassis 48V AT: $57,990
• SR double cab pick-up 48V AT: $59,490
• SR5 double cab pick-up MT*: $63,990
• SR5 double cab-chassis 48V AT*: $64,490
• SR5 double cab pick-up 48V AT*: $65,990
• Rogue double cab pick-up 48V AT: $71,990
• Rugged X double cab pick-up 48V AT: $71,990

Optional Premium Interior pack: $2,500 | Premium paint: $675

Paint Options

• Glacier White
• Frosted White
• Stunning Silver
• Eclipse Black
• Feverish Red
• Ash Slate (new)
• Sunglow (new)

If you’re after a HiLux that’s genuinely Aussie, loaded with tech, packed with comfort, and capable enough to take you anywhere, this range has it all. Every variant, every option, every price point has been covered — there’s no hiding anything here. From $33,990 WorkMates to $71,990 Rugged X and Rogue double cabs, Toyota has something for every Aussie ute fan.

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