# This Toyota Revolutionized The Compact 4WD Pickup Truck

> Today, with extremely capable off-road models like the latest Tacoma TRD Pro being the norm, it's easy to overlook just how much Toyota's light-duty pickup trucks have evolved — and how much they've expanded the…

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2186332/first-compact-4wd-pickup-truck-toyota-hilux/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a226f545984fe7a23a04611)
- **Published:** 2026-06-05
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #toyota #pickup #compact #models #revolutionized #truck #accomplishments #aforementioned
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