The next step in the evolution of the Hino 300 Series light-duty range is now on sale with diesel Euro 6-compliant models joining the existing Euro 6 Hybrid Electric range.
Daniel Petrovski, Manager of Product Strategy for Hino Australia, says the 2026 Hino 300 Series is engineered for businesses that “demand exceptional performance, dependable reliability, and long-term durability”.
“With proven drivelines that feature a true automatic transmission delivering effortless operation, advanced Hino SmartSafe safety features, and the support of Hino Advantage, the Hino 300 Series is built to handle the toughest workloads, day in and day out,” he adds.
“The Euro 6 Hybrid Electric range has proven its reliability and durability in Australia since 2021 – it is now joined by Euro 6-compliant diesel cab chassis and ‘Built to Go’ models meaning Hino now offers solutions for a multitude of light-duty applications.
“A sequential shifter plus new LED headlamps and fog lamps offer enhanced control and visibility to deliver a safer, smoother and more confident drive for operators.”
A Proven & Reliable Euro 6 Diesel Range
Hino claims the new 300 Series diesel range delivers the right balance of power, efficiency and drivability for Australian businesses across a wide range of industries.
“Our proven true automatic transmission and four-litre engine mean drivers do not experience any torque interruptions between gear shifts while also benefiting from quick acceleration and lower whole-of-life costs,” Petrovski says.
“The new sequential shifter enables drivers to manually select gears or simply engage Drive mode, allowing the vehicle to choose the most appropriate gear for the driving conditions, which improves performance while reducing driver effort and fatigue.”
Petrovski adds that the four-litre engine delivers durability, longevity and greater operational efficiency – when it is mated to the automatic transmission, the Hino driveline has a Gross Combined Mass (GCM) of eight tonne, meaning that 4.5-tonne Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) car-licenced customers can tow a 3.5-tonne trailer behind a fully loaded truck.
“The 300 Series provides our car-licenced customers with high levels of safety in an easy-to-drive, high payload vehicle, with the added advantage of an eight-tonne GCM capability,” he says.
Australia’s Only Hybrid Electric Range
Hino Australia’s existing Hybrid Electric range combines diesel and electric power to deliver improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, without compromising performance, reliability or day-to-day usability.
“We have an extensive model line-up from car-licenced 4.5-tonne GVM up to the maximum light-rigid licenced 8 tonne GVM,” Petrovski says.
“With a light-duty solution for every industry or task, the Hybrid Electric delivers fuel savings and emission reductions of up to 22 per cent with no recharging or range limitations.”
The Hybrid Electric system utilises an electric motor and a diesel engine working in parallel, switching between the two to reduce fuel consumption and lower operating costs, without any additional input from the driver.
The Hybrid Electric’s self-charging capability is delivered via its regenerative braking technology which captures kinetic energy during deceleration and feeds it back into the battery for use during acceleration.
LED Headlamps & Fog Lamps Enhance Safety
The addition of LED headlamps and fog lamps across the 300 Series range improves safety and reduces risk while the diesel variants also feature Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) to further improve visibility.
The Hino 300 Series offers Hino SmartSafe as standard across the range, protecting drivers, businesses and road users alike. The package features a suite of active and passive safety features including a Pre-Collision System with Autonomous Emergency Braking, Reverse Camera and Pedestrian Detection plus a Lane Departure Warning System and Vehicle Stability Control.
Driver Comfort At The Core
The Hino 300 Series includes a tilt and telescopically adjustable steering wheel to ensure drivers are relaxed during daily operations.
The dash layout includes a driver instrument panel with a large, centralised speedometer to improve readability and an easy-to-read high contrast 4.2-inch TFT LCD multi-information display.
“Long days behind the wheel are more comfortable thanks to the multimedia unit, which features a 10.1-inch ultra-high-definition capacitive touchscreen, intuitive controls and a volume dial, while wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto provide seamless in-cabin connectivity,” Petrovski says.
All models are fitted with an ergonomically designed, fully adjustable driver’s seat for maximum comfort.
The driver’s seat in the wide-cab models also feature torsion-bar suspension and a large slide adjustable range on inclined rails to accommodate drivers of varied heights while also maximising comfort and reducing driver fatigue.