I wouldnt buy one either. Maneuvering a 5.4m long truck around Metro Manila is a hassle.
I wouldnt buy one either. Maneuvering a 5.4m long truck around Metro Manila is a hassle.
Agreed on all points raised. Utility is why the L300 is still king. I don't think even the Tamaraw/HiLux Champ can dislodge it because the cab-over design really maximizes usable space for the footprint of the van.
Patent images provide clues on exterior, interior design of next-gen Toyota Hilux | TopGear PH
https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-...a5100-20250805
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LEAKED: Here’s your best look inside 2026 Toyota Hilux | Autoindustriya
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It’s official: A new Toyota Hilux will be revealed on November 10 | TopGear PH
Toyota Motor Thailand has announced that the next-generation Hilux will be revealed next Monday, on November 10, 2025.![]()
Toyota Launches All-New 9th Generation Hilux With More Power, Better Efficiency | CarGuide | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices
The all-new Hilux is scheduled to go on sale in Thailand this November 10 (December 10 for the BEV) and starting in fiscal year 2026 (April 1, 2026 onwards) for global markets, including the Philippines.
Toyota will eventually build a plug-in hybrid Hilux | TopGear PH
Toyota Australia vice president of sales and marketing, Sean Hanley, was quoted, saying: “While I think plug-in hybrids are a technology of the future—there’s no doubt in the fullness of time we’ll probably bring that suite to Hilux...”
Why Toyota Refused to Put the “New” Hilux on the Same Platform as the Tacoma | autoblog
Speaking to carsales, Toyota Motor Asia regional chief engineer Anyarat Sutthibenjakul laid out four key reasons for sticking with IMV: quality, durability, and reliability (QDR), off-road performance, total cost of ownership, and safety performance.
The biggest factor, according to Sutthibenjakul, was the total cost of ownership. She explained that many Hilux markets are developing countries where pricing and serviceability matter more than the latest platform. Of course, moving the Hilux to TNGA-F would have increased its weight, complexity, and cost, with little benefit to buyers.
Detailed review by CarExpert (AU)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MN9PQmq1cTQ
Size comparo: How big is the new Toyota Hilux versus the Ford Ranger | TopGear PH
Note that we are using specs from Toyota Thailand, since TMP has not yet released any official information regarding its upcoming new Hilux.
Still same old Hilux...
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PIMS 2026: The fully electric Toyota Hilux is now in PH priced at P2.99-M | TopGear PH
Toyota Hilux 2.8 4x2 J MT – P1,098,000
Toyota Hilux 2.8 4x2 E AT – P1,772,000
Toyota Hilux 2.8 4x2 G MT – P1,798,000
Toyota Hilux 2.8 4x2 G AT – P1,849,000
Toyota Hilux 2.8 4x2 Conquest AT – P2,273,000*
Toyota Hilux 2.8 4x4 E MT – P1,903,000
Toyota Hilux 2.8 4x4 V MT – P2,533,000*
Toyota Hilux 2.8 4x4 Conquest AT – P2,611,000*
Toyota Hilux 4x4 BEV – P2,990,000
*Additional P20,000 for Emotional Red finish.