The battery-electric Toyota Hilux has secured a five-star ANCAP safety rating, joining its diesel-powered counterparts, while two new Subaru electric SUVs have also achieved top marks in the latest round of safety assessments.
ANCAP Safety confirmed five-star ratings for the Toyota Hilux BEV, Subaru Trailseeker, and Subaru Uncharted, while the BMW 1 Series and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe were awarded four-star ratings in the latest round of testing.
The result for the Hilux BEV follows additional crash testing carried out after the electric ute’s introduction. After diesel variants received a five-star ANCAP rating in December 2025, the battery-electric model underwent frontal offset and oblique pole crash tests to assess battery integrity and the safety of its high-voltage electrical systems.
ANCAP said the testing confirmed the electric Hilux delivers comparable safety performance to the diesel range. As a result, all Toyota Hilux variants sold in New Zealand now hold a five-star safety rating.
“In an increasing market of alternative-powered utes, business and private buyers now have another option that balances their safety needs with their powertrain considerations,” said ANCAP chief executive officer Carla Hoorweg.
