Available as a variant since the late 1970s, the Toyota HiLux SR5 4x4 is the mid-grade model in the ninth-gen ute line-up, and the least-expensive for consumers seeking a lifestyle-orientated ute rather than just a hard-working workhorse.
With no 4x2s on the horizon, three SR5 Double cab 4x4 models have landed from launch, kicking off with the pick-up manual from $63,990 (all prices are before on-road costs), Cab-chassis 48V auto from $64,490 and Double Cab pick-up 48V auto from $65,990.
Unlike the Workmate and SR, the SR5 forsakes the workhorse heavy-duty suspension for a HiLux series-first soft suspension tune specifically developed to address ongoing criticism of noise, vibration and harshness in older versions. That said, braked trailer towing capacity remains at 3500kg.
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The target market is likely to lap that up, along with the SR5’s fancier LED lighting, 12.3-inch instrumentation display, privacy glass, electric park brake, heated seats and steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, four-wheel disc brakes, 18-inch alloys, standard towbar, multi-terrain monitor and emergency driving stop system that safely stops the vehicle if the driver becomes incapacitated. There’s also a 'Premium Pack' that adds powered seats, leather trim and premium audio.
Of course, the SR5 also scores the usual items like keyless entry and push-button start, bolstered front seats, a surround-view monitor, voice command, smartphone charger, four USB-C ports, rear-seat armrests, a 300-watt inverter, side steps, a locking tailgate, tyre-pressure monitors, a 12.3-inch central touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, DAB+ digital radio, sat-nav, damped tailgate on pick-up, side-step entry into the tub, connected services for emergency callouts, up to eight airbags where possible including a front-centre airbag, and Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) technologies like AEB, rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot warning.
Under the bonnet is Toyota’s (1GD-FTV) 2.8-litre common-rail twin-cam four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, delivering 150kW of power, and either 420Nm of torque in the six-speed manual version or 500Nm in the six-speed automatic.
SR5 48V autos use Toyota’s 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance, courtesy of an 8.5kW/65Nm electric motor generator and small lithium-ion battery combo, for smoother and faster stop/start performance, while also helping to cut fuel consumption.
The 0-100km/h sprint-time is about 11 seconds while top speed is 176km/h.
The 4x4 set-up is a part-time system with high- and low-ratio off-road gearing, a rear differential lock, downhill-assist control and multi-terrain mode. Note that across the whole HiLux range, 4x2s have a 2900kg braked trailer towing capacity with 4x4s at 3500kg.
Finally, the SR5’s official combined-average fuel consumption figures are 7.1 litres per 100km (for a carbon dioxide rating of 187g/km) for the manual and 7.4L/100km for the auto (equalling 196g/km of CO2 emissions). Over 1000km between refills of the 80-litre fuel tank is possible.
Toyota Hilux 2026: Sr5 (4X4)
| Engine Type | Diesel Turbo 4, 2.8L |
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| Fuel Type | Diesel/Electric |
| Fuel Efficiency | 7.1L/100km (combined) |
| Seating | 5 |
| Price From | $63,990 |
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Pricing Guides
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Range and Specs
| Vehicle | Specs | Price* |
|---|---|---|
| Rogue 48V (4X4) | 2.8L, Diesel/Electric, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC | $71,990 |
| Sr Bev | Electric, 1 SPEED AUTOMATIC | $74,990 |
| Sr5 Bev | Electric, 1 SPEED AUTOMATIC | $82,990 |
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