Toyota dropped a 1,675 lb caravan on its electric Hilux, and it drove off
Toyota recreated Top Gear's 2003 caravan drop test on its electric Hilux BEV, dropping a 760 kg caravan 30 feet onto the truck's roof. The pickup started up and drove off with only body damage. It is Toyota's first electric pickup, with up to 257 km of WLTP range and a UK starting price of £42,170.
- A 760 kg caravan was dropped 30 feet onto the Hilux BEV's roof
- Dual-motor AWD setup delivers 278 hp and 473 Nm of torque
- 59.2 kWh battery provides up to 257 km WLTP and 380 km city range
- Base Icon trim in the UK starts at £42,170 excluding VAT
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