Toyota is stepping up its efforts in the electric vehicle market.
The manufacturer from Japan has been sluggish in initiating the deployment. EVs However, it now aims to offer six electric vehicles for sale by next year, including a utility vehicle and possibly a 4WD.
The cars were showcased in a preview picture by Toyota In Europe, during a presentation showcasing the manufacturer's multi-pathway strategy and their aim to have six electric vehicles available for purchase by 2026.
・ Toyota's latest EV unveiled: The 2025 Toyota C-HR+ electric vehicle displayed in Europe might make its way to Australia, set to compete against the BYD Atto 3, Zeekr X, and XPeng G6.
・ The electrified version of Toyota’s HiLux ute has been officially announced: set for release in 2026, this electric model aims to compete with vehicles like the BYD Sea Dragon, Ford Ranger PHEV, and upcoming models such as the Isuzu D-Max EV.
・ The 2026 Toyota HiLux GR Sport might just steal the spotlight: With theFordRanger Raptor now facing stiff competition according to recent reports.
The two outlines might represent the production version of the electric vehicle. LandCruiser See and EPU ute concepts displayed at the 2023 Tokyo motor show.
When revealed in 2023, Toyota Australia’s Head of Sales and Marketing, Sean Hanley, stated that the Australian branch would volunteer if an opportunity arose. Should these models proceed to production, the likelihood of them being made available in Australia would be "very high".
The approval for the two electric vehicles aligns with statements made by Toyota's global head, Koji Sato, at the 2023 Tokyo Motor Show. He mentioned that the company plans to offer a varied lineup catering to their wide array of customers across different markets globally.
Toyota has previously demonstrated its intention to produce an electric pickup truck. HiLux Revo BEV concept back in 2023.
The electric utility vehicle was introduced in Australia for assessment purposes and was also slated to participate in a limited taxi pilot program in Thailand.
The Executive Vice President of Toyota Motor Asia, Pras Ganesh, may have inadvertently revealed information about the electric pickup truck last year when he mentioned it. Reuters The firm plans to construct a production model of the Revo BEV in Thailand by the conclusion of 2025.
Thailand serves as a key center for ute production, with the majority of the utes purchased in Australia being manufactured there.
The teaser image doesn't clearly depict the electric 4WD, but it somewhat resembles the appearance of the LandCruiser Se concept showcased at the Tokyo Motor Show.
No information about the upcoming vehicles was disclosed.
The unveiling of upcoming models was made alongside Toyota’s announcement electric C-HR+ for Europe.
The arrival of this particular model in Australia has not yet been officially announced; however, the possibility of its introduction into our market has increased due to the new Federal Government Vehicle Efficiency Standards (NVES).
The NVES imposes penalties on automakers for distributing high-emission cars, but these fines can be reduced by selling electric vehicles.
When questioned regarding the C-HR a Toyota Australia The spokesperson stated: "Toyota Australia is dedicated to our multi-pronged strategy for reducing carbon emissions, and we continuously seek opportunities to broaden our range of electric vehicles. Nevertheless, we have no announcements to make at this time."
