The current model Hilux was announced and launched on September 12, 2017. The special edition “Revo Rocco,” based on the “Z” grade of the “Hilux,” was announced on December 22, 2023, and went on sale in May 2024. This site has previously provided information on this vehicle, but this time we will focus on maintenance costs.
When using a car, it’s important to understand the maintenance costs of owning one, such as gasoline, taxes, and insurance premiums. If you don’t know, you may not be able to maintain your Hilux and end up having to sell it. This article introduces the gasoline, taxes, and insurance premiums for the Hilux as of 2024, along with simulations. This information is useful for those considering purchasing one, as well as existing owners. If you’re interested in the maintenance costs of the Hilux , be sure to check it out. Because it is registered as a freight vehicle (commercial vehicle) with license plate number 1, taxes and other fees differ from those of a regular SUV.
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Hilux maintenance and running costs
It’s best to assume that the maintenance and running costs of the Hilux will be somewhat high.
- Automobile tax: Since it will be registered as a commercial vehicle with license plate number 1, the automobile tax will be slightly cheaper. 16,000 yen (1 year)
- Voluntary insurance premium: Because the vehicle is expensive, the voluntary insurance premium is high, about 80,000 yen (1 year)
- Vehicle inspection fee: Depending on the age of the vehicle, a high vehicle inspection fee may be charged. Approximately 100,000 yen (per year)
- Parking fees: Because the vehicle is large, a large parking space is required, resulting in expensive parking fees of approximately 30,000 yen (monthly)
- Fuel costs: Although it is a diesel vehicle, the large displacement makes fuel costs high.
- Consumables: Special parts are used, so consumables are expensive. For diesel vehicles, AdBlue is used.
Hilux automobile tax: 16,000 yen (1 year)
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The classification number on the license plate for the Hilux is a “1 number” for ordinary freight vehicles, the same as for large trucks. Compared to regular cars with number 5 or 3, the vehicle tax and vehicle weight tax are cheaper. Please note that the vehicle must be inspected once a year. Applying this to the table, the Hilux falls into the category of over 2 tons but under 3 tons, so the vehicle tax amount is 16,000 yen.
Number 1 truck (private)
| Maximum load capacity | Automobile tax (private) amount |
|---|---|
| 1t or less | 8,000 yen |
| More than 1t but less than 2t | 11,500 yen |
| More than 2t but less than 3t | 16,000 yen |
| More than 3t but less than 4t | 20,500 yen |
| More than 4t but less than 5t | 25,500 yen |
| More than 5t but less than 6t | 30,000 yen |
| More than 6t but less than 7t | 35,000 yen |
| More than 7t but less than 8t | 40,500 yen |
For passenger cars with number 5 or number 3
| Engine displacement | Automobile tax amount |
|---|---|
| 660cc | 10,800 yen |
| 1,000cc or less | 25,000 yen |
| More than 1,000cc but less than 1,500cc | 30,500 yen |
| More than 1,500cc but less than 2,000cc | 36,000 yen |
| More than 2,000cc but less than 2,500cc | 43,500 yen |
| More than 2,500cc but less than 3,000cc | 50,000 yen |
| More than 3,000cc but less than 3,500cc | 57,000 yen |
| More than 3,500cc but less than 4,000cc | 65,500 yen |
| More than 4,000cc but less than 4,500cc | 75,500 yen |
| More than 4,500cc but less than 6,000cc | 87,000 yen |
| Over 6,000cc | 110,000 yen |
Source: Tokyo Metropolitan Government Automobile Tax Category
Voluntary insurance premium: Approximately 80,000 yen (1 year)
Voluntary automobile insurance is insurance that car owners and users can voluntarily purchase to cover the portion of their insurance that is not covered by compulsory automobile liability insurance, or to prepare for damages that are not covered by compulsory automobile liability insurance . The main differences between compulsory automobile liability insurance and voluntary automobile insurance are as follows:
| item | Compulsory automobile liability insurance | Voluntary insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Join | compulsion | any |
| Coverage | Personal injury and property damage compensation | Personal injury and property damage compensation, vehicle insurance, passenger insurance, etc. |
| Compensation amount | minimum level | Subscriber’s choice |
| Insurance premiums | Depends on the vehicle type and age | Depends on the compensation |
Voluntary insurance mainly covers three types of coverage :
- Third-party liability insurance: Covers damages to the other party who is killed or injured.
- Property damage insurance: Covers damage to the other party’s property, such as vehicles and buildings.
- Vehicle insurance: Covers repair costs if your car is damaged in an accident.
You can freely combine these types of coverage to choose the coverage you need. The premium for optional insurance is determined by the coverage you choose, the type of car you own, your age, your accident history, and other factors.
This time, you can freely combine options, and the amount varies depending on the voluntary insurance company, so we think it will cost around 80,000 yen per year, including vehicle insurance.
Automobile weight tax (weight tax) levied every year for vehicle inspection: 12,300 yen (per year)
Since it is a statutory fee that is included in the vehicle inspection fee, it will be included in the vehicle inspection fee. The amount of automobile weight tax is determined for each vehicle model. The vehicle weight of the Hilux is 2,100kg to 2,110kg, and for vehicles under 3 tons, the tax is 12,300 yen. It is important to note that private trucks with license plate number 1 are only required to undergo vehicle inspection once a year. Three years after purchasing a new vehicle, vehicles with license plate number 1 are required to undergo a continuing vehicle inspection once a year, which can be said to be a heavy burden.
Vehicle weight tax for private trucks with license plate number 1 at the time of renewal inspection (for one year)
| gross vehicle weight | Less than 13 years since new registration |
|---|---|
| 1t or less | 3,300 yen/year |
| ~2t | 6,600 yen/year |
| Up to 2.5t | 9,900 yen/year |
| ~3t | 12,300 yen/year |
| ~4t | 16,400 yen/year |
| ~5t | 20,500 yen/year |
| Up to 6t | 24,600 yen/year |
| ~7t | 28,700 yen/year |
| Up to 8t | 32,800 yen/year |
For passenger cars with license plates 5 and 3 (2 years)
| Vehicle weight | Less than 13 years since new registration |
|---|---|
| Less than 500kg | 8,200 yen |
| 1,000kg or less | 16,400 yen |
| 1,500kg or less | 24,600 yen |
| 2,000kg or less | 32,800 yen |
| 2.500kg or less | 41,000 yen |
| 3,000kg or less | 49,200 yen |
Here is an article about car taxes.
Compulsory automobile liability insurance (24,040 yen for one year) required at the time of vehicle inspection
When purchasing a car, you pay the insurance premium for the period until the next vehicle inspection. The amount of automobile liability insurance premium differs between standard cars and light cars, and when purchasing a new standard car, it costs 24,040 yen.
Vehicle inspection fee: Approximately 100,000 yen (annually)
Vehicle inspection is a system to check whether a vehicle complies with the safety standards set out in the Road Transport Vehicle Act. All vehicles must undergo inspection three years after purchase , and then every two years thereafter . However, the Hilux, being a number one vehicle, must undergo inspection once a year.
Legal inspection: Once every six months
Private freight vehicles with license plate number 1 are required to undergo 22 legal inspections every six months and 82 legal inspections every year.
Gasoline costs
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Both Japanese models use the same inline 4-cylinder 2.4L direct injection diesel engine, 2GD-FTV type, but the transmission is a 6-speed automatic (Super-ECT).
- Fuel economy for diesel vehicles (4WD) is calculated based on WLCT mode fuel economy: 11.7km/L (9.0km/L).
Calculation of driving 10,000 km when diesel price is 150 yen per liter
- Diesel car 10,000km = 166,667 yen
Consumables and other expenses
Other costs include car wash fees, parking fees, etc. Diesel engines also require regular refills of AdBlue, which purifies exhaust fumes, which incurs additional costs.
Calculate the cost for one year
The calculations are based on a 10,000 km annual driving distance. Also, I’ve written “approximately” because I’ve divided each payment into one year. Other expenses and parking fees are not included in this calculation, as some people incur these fees and others do not.
| 1 year fee | Hilux |
|---|---|
| automobile tax | 16,000 yen |
| Voluntary insurance premiums | Approximately 80,000 yen |
| Compulsory automobile liability insurance | 24,040 yen |
| Vehicle weight tax (weight tax) |
12,300 yen |
| Vehicle inspection fee including legal inspection |
Approximately 100,000 yen |
| Gasoline costs | Approximately 166,667 yen |
| total | Approximately 386,707 yen |
*This is based on the latest automotive information, so please let us know if you find any mistakes.
It looks like you’ll need to plan on maintaining the Hilux for around 390,000 yen per year . I hope this information will be helpful when you consider purchasing one.
Hilux 2023 model price
Hilux Z Revo Rocco
| grade | engine | Drive system |
transmission |
Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z | 2GD-FTV (2.4L) | 4WD | 6 Super ECT | 4,072,000 yen |
| Z “GR SPORT” | 2GD-FTV (2.4L) | 4WD | 6 Super ECT | 4,312,000 yen |
| Special edition Z “Revo Rocco” |
2GD-FTV (2.4L) | 4WD | 6 Super ECT | 4,772,000 yen |
A word from the editorial department
The Hilux is expensive, costing between 4,072,000 and 4,772,000 yen. Furthermore, it can be registered as a commercial vehicle with a license plate number 1, which means it’s slightly cheaper in terms of tax, but you should be aware that it requires a vehicle inspection once a year. Therefore, annual maintenance costs are expected to be around 390,000 yen. It’s important to consider these points when deciding whether to buy one.
