Toyota Hilux Gets Mild Hybrid Diesel Powertrain For 2024
Toyota has introduced a mild-hybrid version of the popular Hilux pickup truck for the European market. This new variant, known as the Hilux Hybrid 48V, combines a diesel engine with an electric motor to enhance both power and efficiency1
Key Features:
Mild Hybrid System:
- The Hilux Hybrid 48V incorporates a 48-volt mild hybrid system.
- A single electric motor adds an extra 16 horsepower (12 kilowatts) and 48 pound-feet (65 Newton-meters) of torque to the existing turbocharged 2.8-liter diesel four-cylinder engine.
- The diesel engine alone produces 201 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.
Fuel Efficiency:
- Thanks to the mild hybrid system, the Hilux Hybrid 48V is approximately 5% more efficient at the pump compared to the standard diesel powertrain.
- An enhanced stop-start system improves driving in heavy traffic, allowing the engine to remain off longer during slow situations.
- Specific fuel economy figures are not yet available.
Multi-Terrain Select System:
- The electrified pickup comes equipped with Toyota’s Multi-terrain Select system.
- Drivers can choose from six driving modes: Dirt, Mud, Rock, Sand, Deep Snow, or Automatic (where the truck decides the best mode).
Waterproofing for Off-Roading:
- Engineers have waterproofed the electrical components to ensure the Hilux Hybrid 48V lives up to its off-road reputation.
- The truck can wade through up to 27.5 inches of water.
Availability:
Engine and Hybrid System:
- The Hilux Hybrid 48V features a 2.8-liter turbocharged diesel four-cylinder engine.
- The mild hybrid system adds an electric motor that provides an extra 16 horsepower (12 kilowatts) and 48 pound-feet (65 Newton-meters) of torque.
- The combined output of the diesel engine and electric motor results in a total power output of 217 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque.
Fuel Efficiency and Stop-Start System:
- Thanks to the mild hybrid setup, the Hilux Hybrid 48V achieves approximately 5% better fuel efficiency compared to the standard diesel variant.
- The improved stop-start system allows the engine to remain off longer during traffic stops, conserving fuel.
Multi-Terrain Select System:
- The pickup comes equipped with Toyota’s Multi-terrain Select system, offering six driving modes:
- Dirt
- Mud
- Rock
- Sand
- Deep Snow
- Automatic (where the truck selects the best mode based on conditions)
Off-Road Capability:
- Engineers have waterproofed the electrical components to ensure the Hilux Hybrid 48V maintains its off-road prowess.
- The truck can wade through up to 27.5 inches of water.
Availability:
- The 2024 Toyota Hilux Hybrid 48V will be available exclusively in Double Cab format in Europe, with sales starting midway through 2024.
