- By Pawan Mishra
- Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:53 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Next-Gen Toyota Hilux Launch: The next-generation Toyota Hilux is expected to launch in India on July 28, 2026. The brand has dropped the teaser for the next generation of the Hilux ahead of its official launch. Notably, the Hilux has remained one of the most popular pickup trucks in the country since its introduction in 2022, and it is available in its eighth-generation guise in the Indian market. Let’s take a look at what can be expected in terms of design, features, and engine specifications of the upcoming ninth generation of the Toyota Hilux.
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 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.