Details are still scarce, but Toyota Hilux should have a new hydrogen version. With a 2028 arrival, the manufacturer's idea is that the model has more than 400 km of autonomy.
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17/09/2026
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A Toyota invests in a multi-energy approach to its range, including in hydrogen fuel cell cars (FCEV). And plans to introduce this technology into pick-up Hilux already in 2028 – the Hilux FCEV.
FCEV is the acronym for “fuel cell electric vehicle”. The operation of the cars is electrical, but the energy does not come from a battery: it results from a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen in a fuel cell – which guarantees zero exhaust emissions.
According to a statement, the goal is that the model has autonomy to walk more than 400 km, the towing capacity is up to 2,500 kg.
For now, there are no more details, not even through a revealed teaser image – as it does not allow to perceive any stylistic particularities.
Hydrogen Hilux tested in the Dakar
However, as early as January 2027, toyota will take Dakar the hydrogen fuel cell version of its Hilux competition. It is the DKR GR FC Hilux, which promises zero emissions during driving.
It is based on DKR GR Hilux and will sign up for Dakar Future Mission 1000, the first time the Japanese manufacturer combines hydrogen and fuel cell technology in motor sport.
The idea of this project is to “show the performance, safety and reliability of fuel cell safety” in a high-requisite context such as Dakar.