Toyota Hilux EV First Drive: Is This Really A Hilux?

Toyota has electrified the Hilux. No, really. For decades, the Hilux has built a reputation as one of the toughest and most dependable pickups on the planet. From farms and building sites to some of the harshest environments imaginable, it's earned a loyal following by simply getting the job done. Now Toyota has taken that formula and added a battery. In this video, Nicki Shields gets behind the wheel of the all-new Toyota Hilux EV to find out whether an electric pickup can still live up to the Hilux name. With dual-motor four-wheel drive, serious off-road credentials and Toyota's legendary durability, it certainly looks the part. But with a claimed range of just 159 miles and reduced towing and payload figures, there are some important questions to answer. Can it still tackle tough terrain? Does the limited range matter in the real world? And who exactly is Toyota building this electric Hilux for? Join Nicki in Bulgaria as she puts Toyota's first electric Hilux through its paces both on and off-road. #ToyotaHiluxEV #HiluxEV #ToyotaHilux #ElectricPickup #PickupTruck #EVReview #OffRoad #Toyota #ElectricVehicle 🎥 Subscribe to Electrifying YouTube: https://electrifyingcom.short.gy/KK1pbX 🎧 Electrifying Podcast: https://electrifyingcom.short.gy/Pogjfb ✉️Electrifying.com Newsletter: https://www.electrifying.com/newsletter Follow Electrifying.com ⬇️ INSTAGRAM:   / electrifyingcom   FACEBOOK:   / electrifyingcom   X:   / electrifyingcom   TIKTOK:   / electrifyingcom   ——————————————————————————————- Check back for the latest new car reviews on everything electric ✅ the latest car reviews ✅ car advice and explainers ✅ used and new car guides ✅ head-to-heads WANT MORE ELECTRIFYING.COM? We upload new videos twice a week. Don't miss one by subscribing now: https://bit.ly/3U9z1RE Want to be the first to see our videos? Enable notifications. Visit our website at https://www.electrifying.com/ SIgn up to our weekly newsletter https://bit.ly/3Ud6zyw MORE ABOUT ELECTRIFYING.COM Electrifying.com is the #1 destination for electric car reviews, explainers and guides. Founded by Ginny Buckley, we bring you the latest updates on EVs and in-depth reviews of the hottest new models. Whether you’re switching to electric or just curious, our plain-English guides and expert advice make it easy to navigate the world of electric cars. Stay informed, make confident decisions, and join the electric revolution with Electrifying.com! #ElectricCars #EVReviews #SwitchToElectric #GinnyBuckley #NicolaHume #nickishields 0:00 A Very Confused Start 0:34 Why The Hilux Became A Legend 0:59 Toyota Did The Unthinkable: An Electric Hilux 1:21 Battery, Motors & The 159-Mile Range 1:39 The Big Range Problem 2:05 Who Is The Hilux EV Actually For? 2:23 Charging Speed & Toyota's Strategy 2:54 Exterior Design: Still Looks Like A Hilux 3:42 Wading Depth & Off-Road Credentials 4:14 Driving Impressions On The Road 4:43 Ride Comfort & The Empty Load Issue 5:16 Regenerative Braking Explained 5:37 Performance & Power Figures 5:54 Time To Go Off-Road 6:07 Ground Clearance & Breakover Angle 6:49 Off-Road Modes & Traction Systems 7:18 Permanent AWD Advantages 7:42 Off-Road Test & Unexpected Wildlife 8:12 Interior Review: More Premium Than Before 8:58 Storage, Practicality & Tech 10:11 Driving Controls & Off-Road Functions 10:40 Load Bed Size & Payload Capacity 11:22 Towing Capacity: The Biggest Compromise? 12:30 Surviving Toyota's Off-Road Course 13:25 Verdict: Does It Still Feel Like A Hilux? 13:49 Price & Model Range 14:12 Who Should Buy The Hilux EV? 14:54 Running Costs, Warranty & Ownership 15:08 Has The Electric Pickup Age Finally Arrived?