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Hybrid Toyota Hilux Arrives With 4×4 Traction, Diesel Engine, And New Unique Technology In Its Class

Written by Bruno Teles
Published on 31/03/2025 at 15:30
Foto de uma Toyota Hilux híbrida prateada em alta velocidade numa estrada off-road, com vegetação ao fundo e céu azul. A imagem tem texto em destaque sobre tração 4x4, motor diesel e tecnologia inovadora
Toyota revoluciona mercado com lançamento da Hilux híbrida 4×4
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Toyota Launched In Europe The New Version Of The Hilux With A 48V Mild Hybrid System, Combining Power And Efficiency. The Pickup Retains The 2.8 Turbo Diesel Engine Of 204 Hp And Introduces The Multi-Terrain Select, Which Adapts The Vehicle To Different Types Of Terrain. With Production Confirmed In Argentina, The Toyota Hilux Hybrid Arrives In Brazil In 2026.

The Toyota Hilux Hybrid Has Just Been Launched And Is Already Shaking Up The Global Pickup Market. The New 4×4 Version Combines Tradition And Technology: It Features The Well-Known 2.8 Turbo Diesel Engine, Now Paired With A 48V Mild Hybrid System. This Is The First Time The Brand Is Betting On This Type Of Motoriztion In A Robust Off-Road Vehicle.

Initially Produced For The European Market, The Pickup Will Be Manufactured In Argentina Starting In 2025 And Will Land In Brazil The Following Year. The Starting Price There Is €54,000, Equivalent To About R$ 338,000, But Prices For Our Market Have Not Yet Been Revealed.

Mild Hybrid Technology Ensures Power And Efficiency In The New Toyota Hilux Hybrid

The Big News Is The MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle) System. It Is A Small 48V Electric Motor That Assists The Combustion Engine In Strategic Moments, Such As Starts And Acceleration. This Means Fuel Savings And Lower Emissions, Without Giving Up Power.

The Power Of The New Toyota Hilux Hybrid Remains At 204 Hp, With A Torque Of 50.9 Kgfm. The Difference Is The Smoother And More Efficient Performance In Everyday Situations. The Lithium-Ion Battery Has 4.3 Ah And Is Positioned Under The Rear Seats, Maintaining The Ideal Interior Space And Center Of Gravity.

New Multi-Terrain Select Function Debuts With The Hybrid Version

Another Highlight Is The Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) System, Which Allows The Driver To Choose From Different Driving Modes: Mud, Sand, Rocks, And Even Snow. The System Automatically Adjusts Traction And Engine Control For Each Type Of Terrain. This Makes The Pickup Even More Versatile, Both For Off-Road Use And City Driving.

Toyota States That The MTS Has Been Tested Under Extreme Conditions, Focusing On Providing Safety And Control On Any Terrain. For Those Who Enjoy Adventure Or Need Enhanced Traction For Work, It’s A Feature That Makes A Difference.

Size, Load, And Reinforced Structure

The New Toyota Hilux Hybrid Maintains The Dimensions Of The Traditional Line. It Measures 5.32 Meters In Length, 3.08 Meters In Wheelbase, And Can Carry Up To 1,000 Kg In The Bed. The Design Is Robust, With Modern And Aerodynamic Details. The Suspension Has Also Been Reinforced To Handle The Hybrid System Without Compromising Off-Road Performance.

Launch In Brazil Confirmed For 2026

The Zárate Plant In Argentina Will Be Responsible For Producing The New Version For The Mercosur. Toyota Plans To Start Assembly Of The Hilux Hybrid There In 2025. According To The Manufacturer, This Will Be The First Mild Hybrid Model Manufactured In South America.

In Brazil, The Arrival At Dealerships Is Expected In The First Half Of 2026. With This, Toyota Anticipates Its Rivals In The Hybrid Pickup Market And Paves The Way For A New Generation Of Vehicles With Less Environmental Impact.

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Bruno Teles

I cover technology, innovation, oil and gas, and provide daily updates on opportunities in the Brazilian market. I have published over 7,000 articles on the websites CPG, Naval Porto Estaleiro, Mineração Brasil, and Obras Construção Civil. For topic suggestions, please contact me at brunotelesredator@gmail.com.

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