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Toyota Motor Corporation will livestream the All-new Sports Models World Premiere from 1:00 p.m. AEDT on December 5.

The livestream will be available to view on Toyota’s global newsroom where it will be archived, and will also be livestreamed via YouTube.

The world premiere will be hosted by Toyota Motor Corporation chairman Akio Toyoda and chief branding officer Simon Humphries.

The 2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Australia (TGRA) GR CUP season has come to a close following the final round of racing at the Sandown 500 in Melbourne, with 16-year-old Oliver Wickham winning the championship in his first year of GR CUP racing.

Wickham, who was only 15 at the start of the season, was a model of consistency across all five rounds, placing in the top 10 in every race except the final one, where he was only required to finish to guarantee a win.

Wickham finished with 1036 points for the season, 82 points clear of second-placed Lincoln Taylor who won four races across the year, while third place went to Jett Murray who also placed consistently all season.

Wickham entered the final round with a comfortable lead over Murray and Jordan Freestone, and his signature consistency saw him walk away $50,000 richer, while Taylor and Murray pocketed $30,000 and $15,000 respectively for their efforts.

Following the final round, drivers, teams, families and friends gathered for the annual TGRA GR CUP Awards Dinner and unsurprisingly, Wickham also won the award for Best First-Year Driver.

The Kaizen Award, presented to the driver who showed continuous improvement over the course of the year, was awarded to Kade Davey, who was also commended for his eagerness to learn, support for his teammates and the respect with which he treated everyone.

Best presented team went to Lachlan Evennett and Lachlan Evennett Racing for their conduct as a team and excellent design and livery, while the Publicity Award went to Harry Tomkins for his entertaining social media presence and racing series promotion.

The final round of the year began with a bang for Lincoln Taylor, who jumped off the line and fought an exciting battle with guest driver Zach Bates before crossing the line for the race win under safety car conditions, ahead of Bates and Lachlan Gibbons.

Second race of the weekend saw a continuation of Pip Casabene’s red-hot late-season form, who won his first race of the year in the previous round on the Gold Coast with a gripping battle against Taylor.

At Sandown, fans were again treated to an intense battle, with Casabene coming out on top after a contentious moment on the final corner which saw him run off the road but recover and hang on to the win ahead of Taylor while Wickham rounded out the podium.

For the third and final race of the round, the heavens opened up as the race began, leading to slippery and tight-fought racing. A big collision between Hugo Simpson and Pip Casabene ended the weekend early for both racers, with Joshua Anderson best navigating the conditions to record his first TGRA GR CUP victory.

Needing only to finish to secure the championship, Wickham drove conservatively and crossed the line in 18th to secure his title.

Toyota Australia Chief Marketing Officer Vin Naidoo said all of the TGRA GR CUP competitors should be proud of their efforts in making the category one of the most exciting in Australian motorsport.

“First of all, I’d like to extend a heartfelt congratulations to all of this season’s winners – the dedication of the TGRA GR CUP drivers and teams makes this a special category in the Australian racing scene,” Mr Naidoo said.

“It has been wonderful to watch some of the country’s most talented young racers use the TGRA GR CUP to further their careers in motorsport, and on behalf of Toyota Australia I can’t wait for the 2026 season.”

The 2026 season calendar has been confirmed, with another five-round season set to showcase the GR86 racecars on some of Australia’s most iconic racing circuits.

The season will kick off in February as part of the Sydney 500, before making the rounds to Townsville, Ipswich, Bathurst and Melbourne.

 

2025 TGRA GR CUP Award Winners

1st Oliver Wickham 1036 2nd Lincoln Taylor 954 3rd Jett Murray 908 4th Hayden Hume 886 5th Jordan Freestone 884 6th Lachlan Gibbons 860 7th Joshua Anderson 844 8th Cooper Barnes 806 9th Lachlan Evennett 798 10th Pip Casabene 762

 

Kaizen Award Kade Davey Publicity Star Harry Tomkins Best Presented Team Lachlan Evennett Scholarship Evaluation Winner Liam Gerges

 

2026 TGRA GR CUP Calendar

Round 1 Sydney 500 February 20-22 Round 2 NTI Townsville 500 July 10-12 Round 3 Ipswich Super 440 August 21-23 Round 4 Repco Bathurst 1000 October 8-11 Round 5 Penrite Oil Sandown 500 November 13-15

The sixth-generation RAV4 medium SUV is set to offer Toyota customers significantly improved levels of technology, upgraded safety and broader grade choice when the all-new range arrives in local showrooms late Q1 2026.

This all-new RAV4 range expands Toyota’s multi-pathway offerings, featuring an efficiency hybrid (HEV) powertrain, and introducing Toyota’s first plug-in hybrid (PHEV) for Australia from Q3 2026, with prices starting at $45,990 plus on-road costs1 for the GX 2WD hybrid (HEV).

The new plug-in hybrid powertrain that offers substantially more power will be offered in two grades including the first-ever flagship RAV4 GR Sport exclusive in PHEV AWD only, with prices starting from $58,840 (plus $675 mandatory premium paint)1, for the XSE 2WD.

Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the all-new RAV4 range will bring a significant increase in premium features and driveability to Australia’s most popular SUV.

“Toyota customers have increasingly gravitated towards hybrid technology over recent years, and the all-new RAV4 represents the next step on Toyota’s hybrid journey with the arrival of our first plug-in hybrid,” Mr Hanley said.

“Toyota is committed to offering its customers the right powertrain for the right application and use, and we believe this mix of efficient electrified powertrains along with excellent grade choice will help to make Australia’s favourite SUV more popular than ever.”

The GX 2WD HEV opens the all-new RAV4 range, bringing comprehensive standard specification and high levels of innovative technology from the entry level.

From the outside, the GX features 17-inch dark grey metallic alloy wheels, LED headlamps, roof rails, rear spoiler and acoustic front windshield glass, while inside, the all-new RAV4 debuts Toyota’s latest multimedia system.

Displayed on a 10.5-inch multimedia touchscreen display on GX, the new multimedia system offers customers an enhanced user experience with customisable widgets, new embedded voice assistant functions, connected streaming2 and satellite navigation3, crisper operation, and the all-new Embedded Drive Record feature, which uses the vehicle’s onboard cameras to act as a dashcam, allowing users to record and save video clips while driving.

The latest Toyota Connected Services2 is supported by the myToyota Connect app4, where users can access vehicle insights, connected navigation and more, all through a more advanced multimedia system. With over-the-air updates, a redesigned interface and an improved voice assistant, the all-new RAV4 is designed to be intuitive, responsive and up to date. The system also offers compatibility with wireless Apple Carplay®5 and Android Auto™6.

RAV4 GX variants also feature as standard dual-zone climate control, a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster, fabric upholstery with six-way manual driver and front passenger seat adjustment, reversing camera, six-speaker audio system and five USB-C charging ports.

All grades in the new RAV4 incorporate the next generation suite of Toyota Safety Sense driver assistance technologies. It includes a comprehensive active safety upgrade offering greater functionality and detection capability made possible through the adoption of Toyota’s new Arene software platform.

Standard safety features include the autonomous emergency braking pre-collision safety system, emergency steering assist, full-speed active cruise control, front and rear cross traffic alert, lane trace assist, proactive driving assist, automatic high beam, parking support brake and blind spot monitor with safe exit assist, along with eight SRS airbags.7

RAV4 GX customers can also choose the option of all-wheel drive from $49,3401, which along with an additional electric motor on the rear axle, also adds downhill assist control (DAC)7 and Trail and Snow drive modes for low-traction scenarios.

Both the GX 2WD and AWD grades can be optioned with a full-size 17-inch alloy spare wheel for an additional $300, replacing the standard temporary spare tyre.

Next in the RAV4 HEV range is the popular GXL grade, available from $48,9901 in 2WD guise or $52,3401 for the AWD.

The GXL adds 18-inch alloy wheels, privacy rear and rear side glass, silver painted front and rear skid plates, premium trim for the doors and instrument panel, leather-accented trim for the shift knob and steering wheel, eight-way powered driver’s seat with lumbar support, rain sensing wipers and a wireless smartphone charger8.

The adventure-focused Edge is available as an AWD HEV only and priced from $55,340, perfect for RAV4 customers seeking an active lifestyle.

The Edge is visually distinguished from the rest of the range by dark matte grey metallic alloy wheels, unique front and rear bumpers and wider black wheel arches.

Inside, the Edge gains the larger 12.9-inch multimedia touchscreen display, premium trim upholstery, heated front seats, illuminated entry, metallic ornamentation, cargo area side pocket with netting and a powered tailgate.

The penultimate hybrid model grade in the all-new RAV4 range is the AWD-only XSE priced from $58,3401 (plus $675 mandatory premium paint), which features 20-inch black alloy wheels, black front and rear bumpers with integrated skid plates, enhanced LED headlamps, panoramic view monitor, black wheel arches, rocker and door moulding, and a two-tone paint scheme.

Inside, the XSE adds combination premium trim and suede upholstery with contrast blue stitching, climate concierge, three-stage front-seat heating and ventilation, eight-way powered front passenger seat, driver’s seat memory, tilt and slide moonroof and storage tray illumination.

The flagship of the all-new RAV4 hybrid range is the luxurious Cruiser, available in 2WD or AWD guise and priced from $56,990 and $60,3401 respectively.

Unique features of the Cruiser grade include its 20-inch machined black alloy wheels, high-grade LED headlamps, tilt and slide panoramic moon roof, genuine leather-accented seat trim with driver memory seats, shift-by-wire shift lever with integrated parking brake, head-up display, digital rear view mirror, heated outboard rear seats, powered tailgate with kick sensor, two wireless smartphone chargers8 and a premium nine-speaker JBL®9 sound system.

The first plug-in hybrid powertrain offered by Toyota in Australia will be the RAV4 XSE and flagship GR Sport grades, the former offered with both 2WD and AWD arrangements and priced from $58,840 and $63,3401, respectively.

The XSE PHEV offers the same level of specification as its HEV counterpart with the exception of its larger disc brakes, water repellent front side glass and a 1500W inverter in the cargo area, which replaces the existing 12V outlet on HEV grades and allows for the charging of small appliances through the larger PHEV battery.

The first-ever RAV4 GR Sport marks the pinnacle of the new-generation RAV4 range, bringing multiple unique mechanical and design enhancements that clearly distinguish it as the most performance-oriented member of the new RAV4 range.

Priced from $66,340, the GR Sport features a 20mm wider tread compared with the rest of the range (+10mm on each side) which increases handling stability, along with a front performance damper, rear brace and unique coil and spring rates. An exclusive electric power steering tune further sharpens the dynamics of the GR Sport.

The increased track width is paired with wide black wheel arches framing stylish 20-inch black alloy wheels and red brake calipers, unique front and rear bumpers, a wing-type rear spoiler and GR badging which combine to help the GR Sport stand out from the crowd.

Sporty touches continue inside the cabin with aluminium pedals, GR Sport heated steering wheel with paddle shifters, red stitching and GR logos for the premium trim and suede upholstery and GR Sport suede knee pads.

Other luxury features added, compared with the XSE PHEV, include a digital rear view mirror, 45W USB-C charging ports, head-up display, powered tailgate with kick sensor, shift-by-wire shift lever with integrated parking brake, driver seat with anti-static material, two wireless smartphone chargers8 and the nine-speaker JBL®9 premium audio system.

With its plug-in technology combined with Toyota’s sixth-generation hybrid system, the PHEV versions offer the most powerful RAV4 to date, teaming a 2.5-litre petrol engine with a front and rear electric motors on AWD grades for a total combined output of 227kW. 2WD grades remove the rear electric motor and offer a 200kW combined output.

A large-capacity 22.7kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides ample EV-only driving range for shorter trips and supports both 50kW DC charging and 11kW three-phase AC charging.

Hybrid RAV4 grades employ Toyota’s sophisticated fifth-generation 2.5-litre series-parallel hybrid system offering seamless operation and excellent fuel efficiency, with peak combined output of 143kW for both 2WD and AWD powertrains.

The new RAV4 range will be offered with a total of 10 single-tone and four two-tone paint options depending on grade, while Cruiser variants will have the option of a Neutral Beige interior colour scheme alongside the black offered on the rest of the range.10

 

2026 Toyota RAV4 pricing1

HEV   GX 2WD* $45,990 GX AWD* $49,340 GXL 2WD $48,990 GXL AWD $52,340 Edge AWD $55,340 XSE AWD# $58,340 Cruiser 2WD $56,990 Cruiser AWD $60,340 PHEV   XSE 2WD# $58,840 XSE AWD# $63,340 GR Sport AWD $66,340

*Optional full-size spare tyre: $300 # Optional premium paint: $675 (Mandatory on XSE)

Toyota will broaden its battery-electric vehicle (BEV) offering in Australia with the arrival of the all-new C-HR BEV mid-2027, with the stylish compact SUV now set to sit alongside the bZ4X and bZ4X Touring in Toyota’s BEV line-up.

The all-electric C-HR has been built from the ground up as a dedicated BEV, offering customers strong driving range, practical charging solutions and the sophisticated styling for which the C-HR has become known.

Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the all-electric C-HR represented the next step in Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to electrification.

“Toyota is dedicated to offering its customers the right powertrain choice for the right time and application, and the all-electric C-HR will be perfect for customers looking for a stylish urban SUV with high levels of technology and serene yet engaging driving characteristics,” Mr Hanley said.

“Combined with the arrival of Toyota’s first plug-in hybrid powertrain in the all-new RAV4 next year, Toyota will continue to offer a range of powertrains to suit customers with varying lifestyles and requirements.”

Despite sharing its nameplate with the hybrid C-HR, the all-new C-HR features its own unique architecture, having been built on the same e-TNGA dedicated electric vehicle platform which underpins the larger bZ4X.

Australian examples of the all-electric C-HR will feature a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery paired with a front-mounted permanent magnet synchronous electric motor developing 165kW of power and 269Nm of torque.

Battery pre-conditioning technology contributes to a targeted DC fast charging time from 10 to 80 per cent in 30 minutes regardless of weather conditions1, along with a targeted driving range of over 500km2.  AC charging up to 22kW allows for easy overnight charging at home.

The all-electric C-HR retains the engaging driving characteristics of its hybrid counterpart with a unique suspension and electric power steering tune which provide an ideal blend of responsiveness and ride comfort.

Four levels of regenerative braking can be set using the steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters to dial in the ideal amount of coasting deceleration, while extensive noise insulating materials have been placed around the cabin to further bolster the inherent quietness of a BEV.

The all-electric C-HR features an evolved exterior design based on the stylish Toyota Hammerhead concept, with a slimmer LED headlight design and multiple aerodynamically enhanced design touches which help reduce drag coefficient to a slippery 0.26Cd.

The larger exterior dimensions and wheelbase of the electric C-HR translate to increased overall interior space, with 900mm of couple distance, generous headroom and 416 litres of overall cargo volume.

High levels of technology will be available regardless of variant with a 14.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system offering wireless Apple CarPlay®3 and Android Auto™4 compatibility, natural voice recognition, Toyota Connected Services5 functionality and a full suite of Toyota Safety Sense active safety technologies6.

Further details on the all-new battery-electric C-HR including pricing and grade specification will be revealed closer to its expected Australian arrival mid-2027.

Toyota’s new-generation HiLux range arrives in Australian showrooms in December with an extensive lineup of 4X4, 4X2, single, extra and double cab configurations, and choice of five grades priced from $33,9901 for the 4X2 WorkMate single cab-chassis manual.

The customer-favourite ute range features extensive upgrades to technology, driveability and passenger comfort, along with an Australian-led new exterior design and completely new interior.

Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said that Toyota customers would appreciate the myriad upgrades applied to the HiLux range.

“The HiLux has long been one of Australia’s favourite cars, trusted by customers to perform day in, day out, whether hauling tools to the job site or camping gear to the furthest reaches of the country,” Mr Hanley said.

“It is a vehicle that is baked into Australia’s identity, so it is fitting that this new-generation HiLux can lay claim to being the most Aussie HiLux ever.”

The new HiLux range features five distinct model grades – WorkMate, SR, SR5, Rogue and Rugged X with all models powered by Toyota’s trusted 1GD-FTV 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine, mated to either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission, depending on the variant.

At the entry level, the WorkMate is available in 4X2 guise as a single cab-chassis or double cab pick-up with 4X4 Workmate options running to a single cab-chassis, double cab pick-up or double cab-chassis.

From the outside, the WorkMate is distinguished by 17-inch steel wheels, LED manual-leveling head lamps, body-coloured front bumper and grille, electric exterior mirrors with integrated turn signal, sharkfin antenna and the choice of four exterior paint colours2.

WorkMate double cab pick-up grades gain front and rear mud guards, four tie-down hooks in the tub and a tailgate damper with lift assist for easier opening.

Inside the cabin, WorkMate grades feature manually adjustable front seats with fabric upholstery, urethane steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustment, all-weather floor mats, power windows, manual air conditioning and a manual parking brake.

The new HiLux has a significantly upgraded multimedia system with all variants featuring a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay®3 and Android Auto™4 capability, DAB+ digital radio5, embedded satellite navigation6 and voice commands.

Further technology upgrades for WorkMate include a new 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, two USB-C ports, a 12V accessory port and two-speaker audio system. Double cab WorkMate grades add a second rear 12V port and a total of four speakers for the audio system.

Toyota Connected Services functionality has also been expanded for the new HiLux with a greater range of safety, security, comfort and convenience features.

All new HiLux owners receive complimentary features for the lifetime of the 4G network including Automatic Collision Notification7, SOS emergency call8 and Vehicle Insights.

A one-year complimentary subscription to the more expansive Toyota Connect+9 and Toyota Multimedia Connect are also included, which are available as a paid subscription after 12 months.

This includes an enhanced multimedia system featuring Connected Navigation and voice control, supported by a comprehensive suite of remote commands designed to deliver greater convenience and control.

For the new HiLux, Toyota has substantially improved its comprehensive safety technology that is standard across the range, and includes the autonomous emergency braking pre-collision safety system, rear-cross traffic alert, active cruise control, lane trace assist, lane departure alert, road sign assist (speed sign only) and blind spot monitor and a reversing camera.11

Stepping up from the WorkMate, the HiLux SR will be available as a 4X2 with a double cab pick-up body style. In 4X4 guise, the SR is being offered as the sole extra cab-chassis in the new HiLux range as well as both double cab pick-up and double cab-chassis configurations.

Externally, the SR grade features 17-inch alloy wheels, silver painted lower front bumper, black painted door handles, side mirrors and hood moulding, LED front fog lamps, locking rear tailgate, side steps and six exterior colour choices2.

Inside, additional bolstering for the front seats, high-grade fabric upholstery, leather-accented shift knob and steering wheel, rear-seat air conditioning vent, 300W Inverter, smart entry and start, wireless smartphone charger10, eight-speaker audio system, lift the comfort and convenience amenity.

Additional safety equipment includes a panoramic view monitor and tyre pressure monitoring system11, as well as the ability to remotely lock and unlock the vehicle via the MyToyota Connect mobile app.

For 4×4 automatic variants, the SR variants add a locking rear differential, Multi Terrain Select and downhill assist control.

SR 4×4 double cab automatic grades also benefit from Toyota’s V-Active technology, that uses a 48-volt system with an 8.5kW/65Nm electric motor generator and DC/DC converter for improved driving feel during take-off.

The next grade in the HiLux range is the 4X4 double cab-only SR5, which introduces the new comfort-oriented rear leaf suspension tune designed to provide a more compliant and supple ride while still retaining all of the HiLux’s load-carrying and towing capabilities.

SR5 customers can choose from a manual pick-up or the V-Active automatic cab-chassis or pick-up body styles.

The SR5 adds 18-inch wheels with larger front disc brakes and ventilated rear disc brakes, integrated towbar, high-grade auto-leveling LED headlights, LED tail-lights and rear fog lamp, sports bar, privacy glass and auto retracting and heated exterior mirrors.

Further comfort-oriented touches inside the SR5 include dual-zone automatic climate control, cooled glove box, heated front seats and steering wheel, a larger 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, electro-chromatic rearview mirror, all-weather mats and an electric park brake. Customers with automatic versions will also be able to remotely activate their air conditioning via the Toyota Connect+ feature.

Additional safety equipment includes emergency driving stop system and the Multi-Terrain Monitor which provides enhanced views of the vehicle’s surroundings when off-roading.11

The SR5 can also be optioned with a Premium Interior package for $2500, which bundles black leather-accented upholstery, eight-way powered driver’s seat with lumbar support, and a nine-speaker JBL®13 premium audio system.

Sitting atop the new-generation HiLux range is a pair of flagships consisting of the premium Rogue and the re-introduced Rugged X, designed to deliver improved off-road capability.

Based on the SR5 automatic double cab pick-up with Premium interior, the Rogue adds its own matt black 18-inch alloy wheel design, tailgate badging, unique sports bar and front bumper, marine-grade carpet bedliner with electric roller cover, deck rail with two sliding tie down points, 12V tub socket, central locking tailgate, mineral-coloured upholstery and a fully fitted towing package including tongue and ball, trailer wiring harness and electronic brake controller.

Meanwhile, the Rugged X augments the SR5 with Premium interior with several unique features including its 18-inch alloys, hoopless genuine bullbar, front and rear recovery points, LED light bar, decal package, sports bar, bezel, towing package, bedliner and mineral upholstery colour.

The HiLux range will be offered with the choice of up to seven exterior paint colours depending on variant, consisting of Glacier White, Frosted White, Stunning Silver, Eclipse Black, Feverish Red, and the new Ash Slate and Sunglow.2

 

2025 Toyota HiLux pricing1

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

Options: Premium paint: $675 *Premium Interior pack: $2,500

Toyota has unveiled its much-anticipated new HiLux, with a bold new exterior design led by Toyota Australia, significant improvements to driveability and comfort, and a new interior with a significant uplift in multimedia and safety technologies.

Along with the trusted capability of diesel power, the new HiLux will also be the first to be offered with a battery-electric powertrain, largely aimed at fleet customers, as part of Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to decarbonisation.

Furthermore, Toyota has confirmed that a hydrogen fuel cell (FCEV) variant is scheduled to join the lineup in 2028. The new option is aimed to offer customers even greater choice while reinforcing Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to decarbonisation.

The new HiLux is set to launch in Australia in December 2025 and has been comprehensively updated with valuable improvements across the board, while continuing to embody the Toyota quality, durability and reliability (QDR) for which the HiLux is renowned for.

Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the new HiLux would continue the iconic story of the rugged pick-up in Australia.

“Generations of Australians have counted on their HiLux to deliver hundreds of thousands of kilometres worth of reliable performance through the toughest conditions our country has to offer,” Mr Hanley said.

“Whether going to the job site or the camp site, the HiLux has always been known as an extremely dependable and capable vehicle, which is reflected in its enduring popularity with customers.

“The new HiLux delivers a wide range of improvements to on and off-road driveability, safety and comfort, along with a new interior design and features, and new exterior design, which we are proud to say was developed right here in Australia.

“Furthermore, the introduction of the first-ever HiLux BEV reinforces Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to decarbonisation, which is an exciting step forward for fleets and businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint.

“The inclusion of an FCEV variant in 2028 reinforces this multi-pathway approach, and is the result of Toyota’s commitment to hydrogen fuel-cell electric technology.”

Toyota will offer the new HiLux with a choice of 21 different diesel variants in single, extra and double cab configurations, 4X2 or 4X4 drivelines, manual or automatic transmissions, and WorkMate, SR, SR5, Rogue and new Rugged X grades.

The new Rugged X variant offers improved off-road capability with the standard fitment of a range of specifications designed for protection and recovery in off-road terrain.

The bold new exterior design of the HiLux was spearheaded by the Toyota Australia design team, based at Toyota’s Product Centre at Altona, and was developed in collaboration with Toyota team members in Thailand and Japan.

Based on a “Cyber Sumo” design theme, the new HiLux immediately evokes an image of strength and modern style, matching the vehicle’s tough on and off-road capability.

With its striking slim-line headlights, sharp lines and completely redesigned front and rear ends, the new HiLux will be a standout on the road.

The new-look exterior design is matched with a completely overhauled interior which brings a significant uplift in modernity, comfort, technology and ergonomics.

Up front, the fully redesigned three-tiered dash sits flatter compared with the current HiLux to provide improved forward visibility, especially beneficial when off-roading.

All HiLux grades feature a new digital instrument cluster – 7.0-inch for WorkMate and SR grades and 12.3-inch on SR5 and above – while a new 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen display sitting above the centre console is standard on every variant.

The latest generation multimedia system offers compatibility with wireless Apple CarPlay®1 and Android Auto™2, embedded satellite navigation3 and voice command, and expanded Toyota Connected Services4 functionality.

A wider centre console improves amenity and rigidity, with a taller centre console storage lid that matches the height of the door armrest and can be slid forward to provide greater comfort for drivers.

Interior comfort has also been enhanced with newly developed front and rear seats, with up to eight-way powered driver’s seat with lumbar support adjustment and leather-accented upholstery, depending on the grade5.

Sitting below the 12.3-inch touchscreen, the climate control panel of the new HiLux offers simple and intuitive use with large physical buttons or knobs that allow the driver to keep their eyes on the road ahead.

The steering wheel has also been redesigned offering improved ergonomics and an updated button layout, clearly grouped into three distinct zones – infotainment, audio and driver assistance – with a steering wheel heating function available on select grades.

All grades of the new HiLux, both in 4X2 and 4X4 configurations, are powered by Toyota’s venerable 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine, producing maximum outputs of 150kW of power and 500Nm of torque when paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.  Variants fitted with a six-speed manual transmission develop a maximum 420Nm of torque.

Toyota’s 48-volt V-Active technology will also be standard on automatic double cab SR grades and above, offering exceptionally smooth stop-start functionality and an additional 8.5kW/65Nm of thrust when starting off.

The new HiLux also marks a significant milestone in the history of the legendary pick-up, with the introduction of the first-ever battery-electric powertrain aimed to help fleet and business customers reduce the tailpipe emissions of their light-commercial fleets.

Available in double-cab 4×4 SR and SR5 guise, BEV grades will be introduced in 2026 and will be underpinned with an electric motor on each axle, paired with a lithium-ion battery. Further details on the BEV powertrain will be revealed closer to its local launch in H1, 2026.

The significant surface-level changes to the HiLux continue under the skin, with the adoption of electric power steering which delivers improved feel, response and ease of use in all driving conditions.

Light and agile steering feel at low speeds combines with sure-footed high-speed stability, with fewer disturbances through the steering wheel when driving on rough roads.

Electric power steering also improves the functionality of the lane-keeping safety systems in the HiLux to help make driving safer on the open road.

Further improving driveability is a new two-tiered suspension tune with springs and dampers designed for either heavy-duty work or more comfort and adventure-oriented private use.

With a revised independent coil-sprung front and rigid axle leaf sprung rear suspension offered across the range, WorkMate and SR grades employ a spring and shock absorber tune geared toward heavy load carrying and towing, while SR5 and up uses different spring rates and suspension stroke to provide enhanced ride comfort for everyday use.

Excellent off-road prowess is one the hallmarks of the HiLux with 4×4 grades using a part-time system with high and low range ratios. This has been further enhanced on the new model with the standard fitment of a rear locking differential and the Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) traction control system on automatic SR 4×4 grades and above.

This sophisticated MTS system underwent substantial tuning and refinement by Toyota Australia’s vehicle evaluation team to handle the country’s harsh and varied terrain.

Automatic double cab pickup SR5 grades and up add the Multi-Terrain Monitor6, which uses a suite of cameras around the vehicle to offer drivers a range of views of the vehicle’s surroundings and underbody, along with the placement of the wheels to allow for safe navigation of difficult obstacles.

Multiple refinements to the HiLux ladder-frame platform help improve comfort, rigidity and crash performance, including new hydraulic engine mounts and shear-type cabin mounts which reduce vibrations and enhance ride comfort.

Front suspension tower thickness has been increased to accommodate the new electric power steering with the number of fitting bolts increased from three to four, while two frontal frame cross members have also been revised.

Frontal crash performance has been improved with newly designed front rail extensions made to improve impact absorption.

Active safety technology has also been enhanced with the adoption of the latest Toyota Safety Sense driver-assistance technology suite, which is standard across the range.

This includes Toyota’s pre-collision safety autonomous emergency braking system, active cruise control, lane departure alert, lane trace assist, road sign assist (speed signs only) and auto high beam.

Other standard safety features include blind spot monitor, rear cross traffic alert, and, on pick-up grades, front and rear parking sensors.6

The new HiLux is also the first Toyota to feature a new cabin detection alert system, which uses a radar to detect passengers in the rear seats and notify the occupants when exiting the vehicle.

Along with the significant technology upgrades in the new HiLux, Toyota has also extended the functionality of its Toyota Connected Services technology, that offers a range of safety and convenience functions that are accessible through a smartphone app.4

More details including local specification and pricing will be revealed closer to the new model’s arrival in Australia.

 

1 CarPlay® is a trademark of Apple, Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries. 2 Android Auto™ is a trademark of Google LLC. 3 Coverage varies based on vehicle location. 4 Complimentary period ends 1 year from delivery date. Fees may apply thereafter. See toyota.com.au/connected/plans-packages. Not available outside Australia, if services disabled or terminated or after 2033/Telstra 4G sunset (whichever comes first). Dependent on 3G/4G enabled DCM, GPS signal strength, mobile network coverage and other factors outside Toyota’s control which can limit ability or functionality of system. Check your Owner’s Manual or toyota.com.au/connected for explanation of limitations. Please drive safely. 5 Toyota Australia reserves the right to vary or discontinue the current interior and exterior colours, trims and colour/trim/model combinations. 6 Driver assist feature. Only operates under certain conditions. Check your Owner’s Manual for explanation of limitations. Please drive safely.

The 2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Australia (TGRA) GR CUP season is nearing its conclusion after another exciting round of racing at the Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500.

The star of the weekend was Brock Stinson who narrowly missed out on recording a perfect round with two wins and a second place; foiled by Pip Casabene in the final race who achieved the first win of his TGRA CR CUP career.

As has become the norm in the TGRA GR CUP, spectators were treated to an action-packed Race 1 on Saturday, with a captivating contest on the tight Gold Coast circuit resulting in multiple exciting manoeuvres and overtakes.

Lincoln Taylor, who entered the round in 2nd place on the championship standings, was the fastest driver in Race 1 but a seven-second penalty saw him drop all the way to 18th, with Stinson recording his first race win of the season ahead of Zane Rinaldi and championship leader Oliver Wickham.

On Sunday, Race 2 started the way Race 1 finished, with more wall-to-wall action and constant jostling. Among the close battle, Stinson managed to separate himself from the pack and ended up winning comfortably, finishing with a five-second lead over Pip Casabene, who recorded his first TGRA GR CUP podium, and Rinaldi, who never left the podium across the weekend’s three races.

Race 3 proved to be an exciting battle between Stinson and Casabene, with Casabene taking the lead at the start of the race before Stinson took it back and led for the majority of the race.

In his first year racing in the TGRA GR CUP, Casabene remained determined and took back the lead on the final lap to take the first win of his career in the format ahead of Stinson and Rinaldi, showcasing the kind of tight contest provided by TGRA GR CUP drivers.

Other strong performances over the round came from William Seal who was unlucky not to stand on the podium, never dropping below 5th place in all three races, and Jett Murray, who moved up to 2nd in the championship standings.

Guest drivers Chris Pither and Warren Luff joined the crew of regular racers for the round, with the latter also pulling double duty as the driver of the new GR Supra Supercar which was showcased for fans ahead of its debut in the 2026 Supercars Championship.

The final round of the 2025 TGRA GR CUP will take place in Melbourne at the Sandown 500 from November 14-16.

Race 1 results:

Brock Stinson Zane Rinaldi Oliver Wickham

Race 2 results:

Brock Stinson Pip Casabene Zane Rinaldi

Race 3 results:

Pip Casabene Brock Stinson Zane Rinaldi

2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Australia GR CUP Championship Standings Top 10:

Position Driver Points 1st Oliver Wickham 850* 2nd Jett Murray 746 3rd Jordan Freestone 706 4th Lincoln Taylor 700 5th Hayden Hume 684 6th Lachlan Evennett 630 7th Lachlan Gibbons 612 8th Cooper Barnes 600 9th Joshua Anderson 600 10th Pip Casabene 586

*50-point penalty currently under appeal

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s commitment to building ever-better sports cars has seen considered upgrades applied to the GR Corolla performance hatch, with the new improvements arriving in Australian showrooms early in 2026.

Based on learnings from extensive involvement in motorsport including Japan’s Super Taikyu Series, the upgraded GR Corolla offers greater driveability and engine cooling performance when driving the car at its limits.

The chassis of the GR Corolla has been strengthened with a 74 per cent increase in structural adhesive which now totals 32.7 metres throughout the chassis, applied primarily around the vehicle underbody and rear wheel wells to better deal with the intense vertical and lateral G-forces generated when driving hard.

The improved chassis rigidity furthers the connection felt between driver and car, whether pushing its limits or simply in day-to-day driving situations.

A new cool air duct has been added to the secondary intake duct, which opens at high engine speeds to draw in outside air from the front grille and reduce the temperature of the air entering the intake.

Adding the new air duct allows the GR Corolla’s G16E-GTS engine to achieve stable operation at high loads for longer, perfect for extended bouts of spirited driving.

The standard high-fidelity, eight-speaker JBL®1 premium audio system on the GR Corolla has been expanded to nine speakers with the addition of a subwoofer in the cargo area, delivering a clearer, more powerful sound.

Tuning of the existing Active Noise Control system further reduces unwanted engine noise and other disruptive vehicle sounds by producing inverted-phase sound waves to help quieten the cabin.

Active Sound Control is also available for the first time, which augments the sound of the GR Corolla’s engine to match the changes in driving force and throttle input.

Three different sound patterns are available which are tailored to the selected drive mode, which can be configured in three volume settings, or turned off entirely.

The GR Corolla continues to be powered by the compact and lightweight 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine, producing a potent 221kW/400Nm.

Power is fed through either a six-speed intelligent manual transmission or eight-speed torque-converter automatic, with standard all-wheel drive augmented with a pair of limited-slip differentials to maximise traction and cornering performance.

Further details on the upgraded GR Corolla including Australian pricing will be made available closer to the vehicle’s arrival in early 2026.

The iconic Mount Panorama circuit at Bathurst has played host to the third round of the 2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Australia (TGRA) GR CUP, with an exciting weekend of racing as part of the Repco Bathurst 1000.

The standout performance of the weekend belonged to Lincoln Taylor, who had a faultless weekend including claiming pole in qualifying, and wins in both of the two completed races.

Round three kicked off in dramatic fashion, with the first race of the weekend abandoned after a significant crash on the first turn which saw multiple competitors end their weekend prematurely.

With the grid reduced from 35 drivers to 30 for Race 2, drivers were keen to make an impact at the legendary Bathurst track with tight-fought racing, multiple overtakes and lead changes, as has become a hallmark of the exciting TGRA GR CUP.

After recording his first-ever GR CUP win in the previous round at Queensland Raceway, Lincoln Taylor kept up his winning momentum with a first place in Race 2 ahead of Cooper Barnes and Lachlan Gibbons.

Guest driver and GR CUP Driver Mentor, Steve Owen performed well, moving up the pack by five places to finish 8th.

Race 3 proved to be the cleanest of the round with no safety flags, with Lincoln Taylor again coming out on top ahead of Lachlan Gibbons who moved one place up the podium from Race 2, and Steve Owen who continued his rise up the field to finish third.

The weekend’s round of racing saw the TGRA GR CUP debut for Liam Gerges, who won a fully-funded drive at the round thanks to his win at the TGRA Scholarship Series Evaluation Day.

After finishing 5th in the 2025 TGRA Scholarship Series entry-level 86 racing series, Liam and other competitors were invited to compete in an evaluation experience to determine who had what it takes to become a professional racer, and acquitted himself well, finishing 20th and 16th in the two races.

With two rounds left in the 2026 season, the race for the championship is heating up, with Oli Wickham holding his lead by 92 points over Lincoln Taylor whose performance over the weekend saw him climb from 11th into 2nd.

Just like the tight-fought racing on track, the championship table is also hotly contested, with only 36 total points separating 2nd and 7th place.

The penultimate round of the TGRA GR CUP season is set to take place at the Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 from 24-26 October.

 

Race 1 results: Race abandoned

Race 2 results: Lincoln Taylor Cooper Barnes Lachlan Gibbons

Race 3 results: Lincoln Taylor Lachlan Gibbons Steve Owen

 

2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Australia GR CUP Championship Standings Top 10:

Position Driver Points 1st Oliver Wickham 630 2nd Lincoln Taylor 538 3rd Jett Murray 528 4th Hayden Hume 512 5th Jordan Freestone 512 6th Kade Davey 510 7th Joshua Anderson 502 8th Cooper Barnes 496 9th Ben Stewart 460 10th Jack Westbury 442

 

Motorsport fans are in for a treat this weekend when the Toyota GR Supra Supercar makes its first public dynamic debut as part of the Repco Bathurst 1000.

The stunning new GR Supra Supercar that will line up on the grid from the start of the 2026 Supercars Championship season was unveiled at a glittering invite-only event in Sydney last month but its Bathurst outing is all about the fans.

Starting on Wednesday 8 October, the GR Supra Supercar will take part in the crowd-favourite Track to Town starting at 5.30pm, joining the other 27 Supercars in a procession from Mount Panorama to Russell Street in the centre of Bathurst, before going on display at the Repco Bathurst Street Party until 7pm.

From there the GR Supra heads back to mountain and will be on public display in Garage 19 with those fans with a Paddock Pass able to get up close to view the racecar.

On Friday afternoon, it will hit the Mount Panorama circuit at 5.05pm for the first of four demonstration sessions over the weekend.

On Saturday, the sessions will bookend the main game with the GR Supra Supercar hitting track at 9.30am and again at 4.50pm before kickstarting the main race of the weekend at 7.40am on Sunday 12 October.

Six Toyota GR Supra Supercars will lineup on the 2026 Supercars Championship grid next year with two to be campaigned by homologation partner Walkinshaw Andretti United and a further four to be fielded by Brad Jones Racing.

The GR Supra Supercar will not be the only Toyota on the track with fans set to be thrilled as 35 drivers lineup on the grid to compete in three GR86 races as the Bathurst round of the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Australia (TGRA) GR CUP gets underway.

With the first two Queensland rounds down and Gold Coast following Bathurst, before the finale at Sandown in Melbourne, the GR CUP drivers will be putting on plenty of wheel-to-wheel action in the hunt for championship points and that final $50,000 first prize.

After two rounds, there is less than 100 points difference between the top five drivers with young 16-year-old Tasmanian Oli Wickham leading the championship ahead of Lachlan Evennett and Hayden Hume.

These three and the rest of the field will also have three guest drivers to deal with, with veteran Supercars driver Steve Owen getting behind the wheel as GR CUP Driver Mentor.

The other two guest drivers are newcomers to Bathurst with 18-year-old Chris White having won Rookie of the Year in the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing New Zealand (TGRNZ) GR86 Championship earlier this year that came with an invite to race at Bathurst.

White will line up against his Australian counterpart Liam Gerges, who after finishing fifth in the TGRA Scholarship Series – Toyota’s entry level 86 racing series here in Australia – was selected as the winner at the final Evaluation Day, with his prize also a fully-funded drive in the GR CUP at Bathurst.

Gerges competed against three other Scholarship Series entrants Anthony Capobianco, Caleb Hefren, Darcy Heyne in a series of activities that test proficiency in a variety of skills including fitness, driving skills and media performance to see who has the makings of becoming a professional race driver.

The Repco Bathurst 1000 runs from 9-12 October and is set to be a Toyota motorsport showcase from the grassroots to Australia’s premier Supercars category.

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TOYOTA’S BATHURST 1000 TIMETABLE

Wednesday 8 October

5.30pm:           GR Supra Supercar in “Track to Town” procession before going on display  at Repco Bathurst Street Party

Thursday 9 October

8.25am:           TGRA GR CUP Practice 1 12.45pm:         TGRA GR CUP Practice 2

Friday 10 October

7.25am:           TGRA GR CUP Qualifying 12.35pm:         TGRA GR CUP Race 1 5.05pm:           GR Supra Supercar Demonstration laps

Saturday 11 October

9.30am:           GR Supra Supercar Demonstration laps 2.55pm:           TGRA GR CUP Race 2 4.50pm:           GR Supra Supercar Demonstration laps

Sunday 12 October

7.40am:           GR Supra Supercar Demonstration laps 9.00am:           TGRA GR CUP Race 3