KGM Musso EV vs Toyota HiLux

The KGM Musso EV starts from $60,000 before on-road costs, while the Toyota HiLux opens at $33,990. That makes the Toyota HiLux the more affordable entry point by $26,010.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $66,000 and $37,389 respectively.

The KGM Musso EV qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Toyota HiLux, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The KGM Musso EV features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Toyota HiLux gets a 12.3-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The KGM Musso EV stands out with Apple CarPlay, heated front seats, ventilated seats, V2L and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Toyota HiLux. The Toyota HiLux counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the KGM Musso EV gets leather upholstery while the Toyota HiLux offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the KGM Musso EV and 1-zone in the Toyota HiLux.

The KGM Musso EV uses a Electric producing 152kW and 339Nm of torque, sent through a 1-speed to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.9 seconds.

The Toyota HiLux responds with a 2.8L 4-cyl Turbo-Diesel making 150kW and 420Nm, paired to a manual driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.2 seconds.

The KGM Musso EV has the clear power advantage at 152kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the Toyota HiLux is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The KGM Musso EV measures 5,160mm long on a 3,150mm wheelbase, 220mm shorter than the Toyota HiLux at 5,380mm (3,085mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the KGM Musso EV generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the Toyota HiLux leads with a 2,900kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 1,100kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Musso EV) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota HiLux). The KGM Musso EV has longer coverage.