Damion Smy
Toyota HiLux vs Mitsubishi Triton: Australia’s last manual utes
The Toyota HiLux and Mitsubishi Triton are duking it out for the title of the last manual-transmission utes available in Australia.
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Toyota thefts: Enhanced security coming mid-year for LandCruiser 300, Prado and HiLux
Toyota Australia has confirmed the LandCruiser 300, Prado and HiLux will get an additional immobiliser mid-year, to protect against vehicle thefts.
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William Stopford
2026 Toyota HiLux BEV: New electric ute priced for Australia
Toyota's new electric HiLux is pricier than the diesel range, but has come in cheaper than expected with a base price of $74,990 before on-roads.
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Toyota HiLux recalled
New-generation Toyota HiLux utes with bull or nudge bars fitted may have an incorrectly installed wiring harness that prevents the electric power steering from working.
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Which new car should you buy your kid for their first car?
Buying your child a new car for their first car? Well, aren't they lucky! Here are some of our recommendations.
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2026 Toyota HiLux price and specs
The new Toyota HiLux has an expanded model lineup but is at least $6000 pricier than before, though it still undercuts the base Ford Ranger.
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Which ute should you buy for under $60,000?
Australia's ute market is teeming with options, from popular mainstays to Chinese challengers. Which ones would we choose with a budget of $60,000?
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How Toyota plans to combat widespread theft of its vehicles
Toyota says some of its newer models are more secure than ever and promises accessories aimed at defying thieves, and will ensure car theft victims get priority over other buyers.
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CarExpert's top five ute reviews of 2025
Utes are the second most popular new-vehicle type behind SUVs, and we tested plenty of new ones in 2025 – these were the best-read reviews.
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Toyota HiLux, Hyundai Palisade, Mitsubishi ASX, and new Denza, GAC models receive safety ratings
Toyota's top-selling HiLux is among several models to receive a five-star rating from safety authority ANCAP.
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Toyota HiLux Hybrid being considered, but some variants ruled out
Toyota has prioritised hybrids over electric cars in the past, but in the case of the HiLux, it's the other way around.
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Damion Smy
Upcoming Toyota HiLux EV and FCEV not just designed to meet emissions regulations
Tightening local emissions laws aren't the reason a pair of electric HiLux models have been announced for Australia, Toyota has said, but it still wants a change to the regulations.
6 Months Ago
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Want to make your old Toyota HiLux look like the new one? This could be for you
Don't want to stump up for a new Toyota HiLux, but can't bear to be seen at the job site in your old one? A Thai entrepreneur may have the answer...
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New Toyota HiLux GR Sport coming to take on Ford Ranger Raptor
Toyota hasn't announced the range-topping HiLux GR Sport yet, but a senior executive suggests there is still a future for a tougher ute.
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James Wong
2026 Toyota HiLux EV to offer 240km range, 1.6t towing
More details of the new HiLux BEV have been revealed – including battery, torque, and targeted range – courtesy of Toyota Europe.
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2026 Toyota HiLux revealed as "the most Australian HiLux ever”
The new HiLux has been unveiled with diesel and EV power and Australian-led design as it looks to topple the Ford Ranger as the ute king.
6 Months Ago
