AUSTRALIAN-DEVELOPED TOYOTA GVM UPGRADE OPTION TO LAUNCH ON SELECT HILUX GRADES

**Locally developed factory-fitted GVM upgrade option set to increase carrying capacity of HiLux variants****GVM upgrade option retains full warranty of HiLux donor vehicle****GVM upgrade option available in Australia in August 2026**

Toyota Australia has developed a new factory‑engineered GVM upgrade option locally, which will be available on select 4x4 grades in August 2026.

Offered as a factory-fitted option and priced from $4000, the Toyota GVM upgrade option increases the payload of the HiLux by 372-435kg (depending on variant), allowing for a maximum payload of up to approximately 1525kg.

Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations John Pappas said the new GVM upgrade option would further boost the capability of the HiLux while offering customers Toyota-backed peace of mind.

“Introducing a GVM upgrade option for the new HiLux will allow customers to maximise the vehicle’s already-excellent load-carrying capabilities, providing benefits to both fleet and private buyers,” Mr Pappas said.

“Being Toyota’s very own factory-fitted option, it ensures the HiLux retains its Toyota five-year warranty and is compatible with all safety systems giving it a real advantage over its aftermarket competition.”

Along with the boost in payload, the GVM upgrade also increases vehicle ride height by up to 10mm, with the fitment of longer monotube shock absorbers on the rear. Axle capacities are increased by 100kg at the front and 280kg at the rear.

The GVM upgrade will be available on five work-focused double-cab HiLux 4X4 grades –  WorkMate double cab-chassis, WorkMate double-cab pick-up, SR Extra cab-chassis, SR double cab-chassis, SR double-cab pick-up and SR5 double-cab pick-up.

All applicable grades are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, dual-range part-time four-wheel drive and a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine producing 150kW/500Nm. SR and SR5 double-cab variants also add 48-volt V-Active technology.