Toyota has launched the ninth-generation Hilux in India, starting at Rs 31.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The new pickup gets a redesigned exterior and cabin, additional technology and features, while retaining the IMV body-on-frame platform and Double Cab body style offered on the outgoing model.
- Gets bold ‘TOYOTA’ lettering, LED lighting and new 18-inch alloy wheels
- Dual 12.3-inch displays and a 360-degree camera
- 2.8-litre diesel engine continues with automatic gearbox option
2026 Toyota Hilux exterior design
The new Hilux adopts a more upright front-end design with slim LED headlamps, a honeycomb-pattern grille and prominent ‘TOYOTA’ lettering replacing the conventional badge. On the front bumper are two quadrangle-shaped black air intakes on either side. Its lower section looks very aggressive with strong creases, wide air intakes, a silver skid plate and two LED fog lamps. In profile, the pickup gets black wheel arch cladding, roll bars, new 17-inch alloy wheels and a footboard for easier ingress and egress.
At the rear, the pickup gets vertically stacked LED tail-lamps with C-shaped DRL signatures, ‘TOYOTA’ lettering across the tailgate and a redesigned bumper with an integrated step for easier access to the cargo bed.
The 2026 Toyota Hilux is offered in 6 colors, Sulphur Metallic, Platinum Pearl White Metallic, Attitude Black, Ash, Emotional Red and Super White.
2026 Toyota Hilux interior and features
Inside, the Hilux gets an all-new dashboard with 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment displays, along with a new three-spoke steering wheel bearing the Toyota lettermark. The customisable driver’s display offers four design themes, whilst the infotainment unit uses the Toyota Smart Connect system.
The cabin combines a mix of soft-touch leatherette and hard plastics, appearing equal parts contemporary and rugged. A welcome sight in the Hilux’s cabin is the abundance of physical controls for key functions, such as the climate control system and four-wheel-drive settings.
Feature highlights include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, dual-zone climate control, connected car technology, powered and ventilated front seats, multiple terrain modes, over-the-air (OTA) updates, a 360-degree camera and an ADAS suite.
2026 Toyota Hilux engine and gearbox
The Hilux continues with the familiar 2.8-litre four-cylinder diesel engine, which produces 204hp and 500Nm and is paired with a 6-speed torque-converter automatic. The Hilux is offered in 4×4 as well as 4×2 variants. There is no manual option available now, there was no 4×2 variants on offer before as well as it does not get the 48V ‘NeoDrive’ mild hybrid system, that was introduced with the Fortuner.
2026 Toyota Hilux price and rivals
| Variant | Price (ex-showroom) |
| GX 4×2 AT | Rs 31.99 lakh |
| GX 4×4 AT | Rs 33.69 lakh |
| VX 4×4 AT | Rs 36.69 lakh |
The 2025 Toyota Hilux is available in three variants, with prices ranging from Rs 31.99 lakh to Rs 36.69 lakh (ex-showroom). The entry-level GX 4×2 AT is priced at Rs 31.99 lakh, while the GX 4×4 AT sits in the middle of the range at Rs 33.69 lakh. The range-topping VX 4×4 AT is priced at Rs 36.69 lakh. The new Hilux continues to rival the Isuzu V-Cross in the lifestyle pickup segment.
Compared to the outgoing Hilux, which was priced between Rs 28.52 lakh and Rs 36 lakh (ex-showroom), the entry price has increased by Rs 3.47 lakh, while the range-topping variant costs Rs 69,000 more. Despite being a full generational update with a redesigned exterior and cabin and additional features, Toyota has kept the increase at the top end relatively modest.