The All-New HiLux SR5: Features That Just Make Sense
Some features sound impressive on paper. Others just make your life easier the moment you use them. The All-New Toyota HiLux SR5 is full of the second kind. It's why the SR5 has been Australia's most popular HiLux grade for years. Not because it's the cheapest or the flashiest, but because it's the one that actually makes sense for how most people use their ute. Here's what we mean.
A Suspension That Knows You're Not Always Carrying a Tonne of Bricks
Let's be honest. Your ute isn't loaded to the brim every single day. Sometimes it's just you, maybe the kids, and a trip to Bunnings. Toyota gets this. That's why the SR5 comes with what they call Private Grade suspension, a comfort-focused tune that's different from the stiffer Work Grade setup on the WorkMate and SR. The result? A noticeably smoother ride when you're not hauling heavy loads. Less jarring over bumps. Less fatigue on longer drives. It still handles a full tray when you need it to, but it doesn't punish you on the days you don't.
It just makes sense.
A Screen You Can Actually See
The SR5 gets a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster right in front of you. WorkMate and SR grades get a 7-inch version. Why does this matter? Because when you're glancing down at 100km/h, bigger and clearer is better. Speed, fuel, navigation directions, safety alerts - it's all easier to read at a glance. Combined with the 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen (standard across all grades), you've got a cabin that feels genuinely modern. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto mean your phone connects the moment you get in. No cables. No fuss.
It just makes sense.
Keyless Entry for When Your Hands Are Full
You've got a coffee in one hand, your phone in the other, and you're trying to unlock the car while the kids wait impatiently. The SR5's keyless entry and push-button start means your key stays in your pocket. Walk up, grab the handle, get in, press the button, go. It sounds simple because it is. But once you've used it, you won't want to go back.
A Tailgate That Doesn't Fight You
Toyota has added a tailgate damper with lift assist to the SR5. It uses a gas strut and steel cable to make opening and closing the tailgate a one-handed job. No more slamming. No more struggling to lower it gently while holding something else. Just smooth, controlled operation. A small thing? Maybe. But you'll appreciate it every single time you use it.
Cameras That Show You What You Can't See
The SR5 Double-Cab Pick-Up includes a Panoramic View Monitor and 360-degree Multi-Terrain Monitor. In plain terms, you get a bird's eye view of your entire vehicle on screen. Tight car park? You can see exactly where your corners are. Reversing a trailer? You can watch all sides at once. Navigating a tricky track? You can spot obstacles before they become problems.
For a vehicle this size, having eyes everywhere just makes sense.
Safety Tech That Watches Your Back
Every All-New HiLux now comes with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, including Lane Trace Assist and Lane Departure Alert. But the SR5 and above add something extra: Emergency Driving Stop System. If the vehicle detects the driver is unresponsive, it can bring you to a controlled stop and alert emergency services. For anyone doing long drives, early starts, or late finishes, it's a genuine safety net. The SR5 also includes Toyota's new Cabin Detection Alert System. It reminds you to check the back seat before you lock up. Kids, pets, laptops - whatever might get left behind.
Simple features. Potentially life-saving outcomes.
Wireless Charging Where You Need It
The SR5 Double-Cab automatic includes a wireless smartphone charger and rear USB-C ports. No hunting for cables. No arguments about who gets to charge their phone. Drop your phone on the pad, and it charges. Plug the kids' tablets into the rear ports, and everyone's happy.
Modern problems, modern solutions.
Dual-Zone Climate Control for Peaceful Journeys
You like it cool. Your passenger likes it warm. The back seat has its own opinions entirely. Dual-zone climate control lets both front occupants set their own temperature. Rear air vents keep the back seat comfortable too.
Less arguing. More comfortable drives. It just makes sense.
A Ride That Feels Effortless in Traffic
If you opt for a 4x4 Double-Cab automatic, you get Toyota's V-Active Technology. This 48-volt system adds a bit of electric assistance when you're pulling away from a stop. What does that mean in real terms? Smoother restarts when the stop-start system kicks in. A bit more shove when you need to merge or accelerate. Less engine strain in heavy traffic.
It won't change your life, but it makes every drive just that little bit nicer.
The Little Details Add Up
On their own, these features might not seem like much: ISOFIX anchor points for child seats, rear seat map pockets to keep things organised, under-seat storage bins for valuables, and a proper sports bar that looks good and protects your cab. But when you add them all together, you get a ute that's genuinely been designed for how people actually live. Not just for work. Not just for weekends. For everything.
Why the SR5 Makes Sense for Perth
The All-New HiLux SR5 isn't trying to be everything to everyone. It's not the entry-level workhorse, and it's not the top-spec showstopper. What it is, is the practical choice. The one that works for the tradie who wants a comfortable commute. The one that works for the family who needs capability and safety. The one that works for the weekend adventurer who wants something reliable.
It's the HiLux that just makes sense.
Why the SR5 Makes Sense for Perth
The All-New HiLux SR5 isn't trying to be everything to everyone. It's not the entry-level workhorse, and it's not the top-spec showstopper. What it is, is the practical choice. The one that works for the tradie who wants a comfortable commute. The one that works for the family who needs capability and safety. The one that works for the weekend adventurer who wants something reliable.
It's the HiLux that just makes sense.
See It at New Town Toyota
The All-New HiLux SR5 is now in stock at New Town Toyota, East Victoria Park.
As a family-owned dealership proudly serving Perth for over 30 years, we know what local drivers need from their vehicles. Come in, take a look, and see if the SR5 makes sense for you.
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