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2 known problems
medium
48V hybrid system - unproven
medium
AdBlue / DPF
Recalls
1 on recordREC-006578
2026-04-07
Defect: The Electronic Power Steering (EPS) wire harness ground connection may have been incorrectly re-installed during fitment of a Toyota Genuine Bull Bar or Nudge Bar with light bar combination.
Hazard: EPS operation may be affected, up to loss of power steering assistance.
Remedy: Toyota dealer inspects and, if needed, fixes the EPS earth terminal, free of charge (~30 minutes).
Affected: 13,390 units; Hilux GUN226R/GUN227R/GUN236R built 28 Aug 2025-24 Feb 2026, fitted with a Toyota Genuine bull bar or nudge bar with light bar
Official notice: www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au · details checked 2026-09-30
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Generations
Best and worst years for the Toyota Hilux →
Before: Hilux N80 (2015-2024) →
Price (AUD)
$50-75k
Body styles
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD part-time
Origin
Japan
Built in
Thailand
Overview
2024 facelift introduced 48V mild hybrid system to the 1GD-FTV. Same Thai-built IMV platform underneath. Real-world economy gains modest; the bigger story is Toyota staying with diesel while rivals (Ranger, Amarok) added V6 alternatives and BYD/GWM brought hybrid/petrol entrants. Long-term reliability of the 48V system in Australian heat and remote-area duty cycles unproven.
Engines & variants
2.8L 1GD-FTV + 48V mild hybrid
Engine
Hybrid TD
Engine code
1GD-FTV / 48V
Config
I4
Displacement
2.8L
Power
150kW+ (unverified)
Torque
500Nm
Drivetrain
RWD / Part-time 4WD
0–100
~10.0s
Economy
~7.2 L/100km combined (unverified)
Tow (braked)
3500kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
6MT, 6AT
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven, inspect from 250,000km+
Pros
- 48V mild hybrid - better fuel economy
- Refined cabin
- Latest Toyota safety package
- Strong torque
Cons
- New tech = unknown long-term reliability
- Premium pricing
- AdBlue and DPF still present
Known problems
medium
48V hybrid system - unproven
Long-term reliability of the mild hybrid system in Australian conditions not yet known.
Fix: Buy with warranty. Service at Toyota dealer.
medium
AdBlue / DPF
Still has AdBlue and DPF - same maintenance considerations as N80 late.
Fix: Quality AdBlue. Highway drives.