Gear up
You’ll be able to fit more heavy-duty Toyota Genuine AccessoriesP4, from Steel Trays and Bull Bars to Trundle Drawers and Canopies, without eating into the weight you’re legally allowed to carry.
The HiLux August 2024 variant shown is currently unavailable for order. Please speak to your preferred Toyota Dealer for more information.
4X4 and off-road adventure guides
Fuel your passion for adventure
Explore a rugged 4x4 range created to take you on unforgettable Australian adventures, with expert off-road video guides to ignite your spirit of exploration.
Filmed on a closed road under controlled conditions with professional drivers.
Watch the adventures unfold
Immerse yourself in our latest videos to discover the tips, tricks and accessories that help you make the most of every adventure. Explore Australia’s unbreakable connection with HiLux, LandCruiser’s indestructible legacy and how Toyota 4x4 vehicles send power to all four wheels to tackle terrain when the going gets tough.
Explore our 4x4 range
Maximising capability
Increase your vehicle Gross Vehicle Mass with Toyota
The higher your vehicle’s Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)GA4 capacity, the higher the weight limit, so you can carry more, tow more, and be ready for anything.
What makes up a vehicle’s total GVM?
To put it simply, Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)GA4 is the maximum permissible total mass of your vehicle when fully loaded.
The amount you can carry, known as vehicle payload, is calculated using your vehicle's GVM and kerb weight. This includes everything added to the vehicle, from passengers and pets to accessories, luggage, tools and cargo.
Before hitting the road, it's important to consider your total load to ensure your vehicle remains within its specified GVM limit.
What does our GVM upgrade let you do?
Bring it all
Every kilo of trailer weight on your towball eats into your carrying capacityG6K12. A higher GVM gives you that back for more passengers and gearG6K12.
Keep your cover
You’ll enjoy a 5-year/unlimited kilometre manufacturer’s warranty on all GVM upgrades, each one factory-fitted and engineered for your ToyotaW8.
Maximise your carry cap with HiLux’s GVM upgrade option
Whether you're carrying the gear you need for work or loading up for your next adventure, every kilo counts. The HiLux’s GVM upgrade reinforces its suspension, increasing its max load-bearing capacity to an impressive 3,500kgG6K12.
Note: HiLux models with the GVM upgrade option have a stiffer suspension than the rest, so they’re engineered to feel smoothest when their payload is hefty. GVM upgrade option available only on selected HiLux variants produced from June 2026.
Videos
Discover what HiLux can really do
Whether you’re new to the great outdoors or a seasoned adventurer who’s most at home when you’re far from it, there’s always something new to learn when exploring in your HiLux.
Episode 1: Let’s go off road with the HiLux
Our experts take you through everything you need for your first off-road trip, plus the technology designed to help you explore safely.
GearM21
- Tyre pressure gauge
- Air compressor
Features
- 4WD modes (H2, H4 and L4)
Episode 2: 4x4 accessories for beginners
Learn how to equip your HiLux for Australia’s toughest terrain, using Toyota Genuine AccessoriesP4.
Accessories
- Bull Bar
- Snorkel
- Winch
- LED Light Bar
- Roof Racks
- Front Recovery PointsJ10
- Rear Recovery Points (Standard on HiLux GR Sport)
- Bash Plate (Standard on HiLux GR Sport)
- Rock rails (Standard on HiLux GR Sport)
- Tow kit (Standard on HiLux GR Sport)
Episode 3: How to plan for your next 4x4 trip
Preparation is everything. Learn what to check before you go, what supplies to take with you and how to approach challenges like crawls and crossings.
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- Radios x2
- Mobile phone
- Personal locator beacon
- Food and water
- HiLux Owner’s Manual
- Another vehicle (and a mate to drive it)
Episode 4: How to tackle tough terrain
Australia is tough. But so is the HiLux. Follow along for the best techniques to use on steep descents, water crossings, rock crawling and driving through mud.
Features
- DAC (Descent Assist Control)S1
- Low range gears
- Sport mode
- All-terrain tyresM22
Episode 5: How to recover from a tricky situation
Tricky situations happen. Learn how to perform a single line pull and snatch recovery using the right equipment and techniques, so you’ll never feel stuck for solutions.
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- Tree trunk protector
- Bow shackles
- Snatch strap
- Max strap
- Cable damper
- Protective gloves
- Another vehicle (and a mate to drive it)
- Radios x2
Accessories
- Steel Bull Bar
- Winch
- Front Recovery PointsJ10
- Rear Recovery Points (Standard on HiLux GR Sport)
Episode 6: How to tow your caravan or boat safely
Glen Gall from The Gall Boys demonstrates how to attach a caravan or boat securely, while sharing top safety tips for towing on or off the road.
GearM21
- Caravan
- HiLux Owner’s Manual
- Reverse camera
- D shackles
- Safety breakaway coupling
Accessories
- Tow Bar, Tow Ball and Trailer Wiring HarnessG6K12
- Tow Kit (Standard on HiLux GR Sport)
- Electronic Brake Controller
- Bull Bar
- Snorkel
- Roof Racks
Toyota Genuine AccessoriesP4
Customise your HiLux kit
Bull Bar
Toyota Genuine Bull Bars help deliver extra protection in the harshest conditions. HiLux Bull Bars are available in alloy, premium steel and commercial steel, all offering your favourite vehicle an added layer of resilience.
Canopies
Protect the prime cargo area of your HiLux with a canopy and enjoy the benefits of more vertical space. Purpose-built and customisable to your 4x4 needs with lift-up windows, security grill, roof racks, Flymesh and more.
Roof Racks
HiLux Roof Racks are a handy way to help you load up for adventure. Hard-wearing, with a range of roof rack accessories like the Kayak Carrier, Ski and Snowboard Carrier and Rhino Rack Sunseeker Awning.
Articles
Read more 4x4 tips and advice
Understanding Toyota drivetrains
Our Dealers often get asked to explain the difference between the Toyota drivetrains. The fact is they all have specific purposes and advantages. Here’s a quick guide to what they do.
4x4
Engaged via a manual shifter, 4x4 powers all four wheel, giving you extra grip when the turf demands it.
4WD
When engaged electronically, 4WD delivers engine power to all four wheels, with a 2WD setting for normal road use.
4x2
The standard two-wheel drivetrain on HiLux Workmate has everything you need to get the job done. Choose 4x2 HiRider for extra clearance.
AWD
All-Wheel Drive is an always-on 4-wheel drive system, which gives you more control on uneven and slippery surfaces.