Toyota Europe has confirmed its hydrogen fuel-cell electric HiLux will enter production in 2028, adding another powertrain option to the ninth-gen ute.

The production confirmation was made at IAA Transportation in Hannover, Germany, with the HiLux FCEV set to use a third-generation hydrogen fuel-cell system producing 300kW 

Early target figures for the hydrogen-powered HiLux include a driving range of more than 400km on the WLTP cycle and the ability to tow up to 2500kg.

Hydrogen HiLux joins expanding range

The FCEV will join the recently introduced HiLux BEV, with Toyota now offering battery-electric versions across its entire European LCV range.

Toyota’s multi-path approach is designed to provide different powertrain technologies for different customer and operating requirements. Depending on the market and model, its LCV range includes battery-electric, 48V hybrid and diesel powertrains, with some diesel engines capable of running on renewable HVO fuel.

“While our BEV results are strong, we believe the scale of the decarbonisation challenge facing Europe requires every available technology to play a role,” said Till Conrad, Toyota Motor Europe Executive Vice President, Sales. “Different customers have different operational requirements, which is why there is no single solution for every business. Toyota continues to offer the right technology for the right application.”

BEVs currently account for 22 per cent of Toyota Professional sales in Europe, compared with a market average of around 11 per cent; while in Australia, 27,089 BEVs were sold in August 2026, accounting for 24.9 per cent of the new-vehicle market.

Hydrogen energy storage units at a fueling site with a Toyota sign and a blue-and-white hydrogen truck parked in front.
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Hydrogen HiLux expected to follow in Australia

Australia is already part of Toyota’s electrified HiLux strategy, with the battery-electric version now on sale locally. The hydrogen fuel-cell HiLux is also expected to follow in Australia around the time of its European introduction in 2028.

If it arrives locally, the FCEV would give the HiLux another alternative to its existing diesel and battery-electric powertrains. Toyota has not yet detailed Australian specifications for the hydrogen model.

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What we know

  • Production confirmed for 2028
  • Third-generation hydrogen fuel-cell system
  • 300kW output
  • More than 400km WLTP target range
  • Up to 2500kg towing capacity
  • Hydrogen fuel-cell electric powertrain
  • Based on the ninth-generation Hilux
  • Joins the HiLux BEV, 48V hybrid and diesel powertrains
  • Hilux BEV is already on sale in Australia
  • Hydrogen-powered HiLux is expected to follow in Australia around the time of its European introduction
  • Toyota’s diesel LCVs include engines capable of running on HVO renewable fuel
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