Toyota Hilux BEV: the first electric pickup truck with ladder frame chassis

Toyota presents its first fully electric pickup truck with a ladder-frame chassis, the Hilux BEV. The model marks the Japanese automaker’s entry into the pure electric utility vehicle segment with a starting price below $60,000.

Robust chassis for heavy-duty work

The Hilux BEV is the first fully electric Toyota vehicle to use a ladder-frame chassis platform. This type of chassis is characteristic of traditional pickup trucks and provides structural strength for payload and towing capacity, unlike the skateboard platforms used in most current electric vehicles.

Global relevance and market potential

The Hilux is one of the most traditional and best-selling pickups in various markets, recognized for its durability and performance on difficult terrain. The fully electric version with the same mechanical robustness proposition opens up prospects for use on rural properties, construction companies, and for those seeking sustainable mobility without giving up versatility. The price range positions the model as a potentially accessible option within the premium electric segment.

Technical specifications

• Model: Toyota Hilux BEV
• Platform: Ladder-type chassis (longitudinal frame structure)
• Starting price: Below 60 thousand dollars
• Segment: Medium-large electric pickup

Electrification context of the segment

Toyota’s bet on a rugged-chassis electric pickup reinforces the global trend of electrification across all automotive segments. The Hilux BEV represents a step in consolidating the electric transition in utility vehicles as well, which were previously considered difficult to electrify due to their load and durability requirements.

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