Playlist Picks: The Soundtrack to Your Drive - Part 2 (Hilux, Hiace & Tundra)

Playlist Picks: The Soundtrack to Your Drive (Part 2)

Featuring our workhorse models (the Hilux, Hiace & Tundra).

At Sunshine Toyota, we know it’s not just about where you’re going — it’s about how you get there. And for the hardworking models in our range, the right playlist makes all the difference. From the job site to the open road, Hilux, Hiace, and Tundra are built to get the work done and keep the good vibes rolling.

That’s why we’ve handpicked tracks that capture their tough, no-nonsense spirit while adding a little fun to the grind. Think anthems that pump you up, classics that keep you motivated, and tunes that make even the longest day fly by.

So crank it up, because this edition of Playlist Picks is dedicated to the workhorses that never quit.

Toyota Hilux – Tradie Anthems & Weekend Adventures

Built for durability, reliability and adventure, the Hilux is a rugged ute that thrives on work sites, weekend adventures and everything in between. Its bold, no-nonsense personality pairs perfectly with high-energy, Aussie rock and road-trip anthems, which is why we think the below songs should be in your Spotify liked list! 

Playlist: High-energy songs to pump you up on the worksite or road.

Think: Country rock, pub sing-a-longs and upbeat tracks (AC/DC, Powderfinger, Jimmy Barnes)

1. “Working Class Man” – Jimmy Barnes 
2. “Khe Sanh” – Cold Chisel 
3. “Long Way to the Top” – AC/DC 
4. "(Baby I've Got You) On My Mind" - Powderfinger
5. Thunderstruck – AC/DC
6. "Dammit" - Blink 182
7. “Are You Gonna Be My Girl?” – Jet
8. "Learn to Fly" - Foo Fighters
9. "Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again?" - The Angels
10. “Beds Are Burning” – Midnight Oil 
11. “Solid Rock” – Goanna
12. "Song 2" - Blur
13. "The Nosebleed Section" - Hilltop Hoods
14. "Under The Milky Way" - The Church
15. "Prisoner Of Society" - The Living End
16. "Joker & The Thief" - Wolfmother
17. "Black Betty" - Spiderbait
18. "Evie (Let Your Hair Hang Down)" - Stevie Wright
19. “Better” – The Screaming Jets
20. “What’s My Scene?” Hoodoo Gurus

Toyota Hiace – Coastal Cruising & Weekend Escapes

The Toyota Hiace is more than a weekday workhorse — it’s the van that takes you places when the weekend rolls around. From surf trips and camping adventures to coastal roadies with friends, the Hiace is built for good times and great company. Its playlist leans into laid-back, coastal vibes with feel-good tracks that are perfect for rolling down the windows and chasing the horizon.

Playlist: Breezy, feel-good tracks for the open road. 

Think: Surf rock, indie pop and road-trip classics with a sunny edge. (Jack Johnson, Ziggy Alberts, Ocean Alley, Angus & Julia Stone).

1. Vance Joy – Riptide

2. Pete Murray - Better Days

3. Jack Johnson - Better Together

4. Ocean Alley - Confidence

5. Milky Chance - Stolen Dance

6. Coldplay - Paradise

7. George Ezra - Budapest

8. Birds of Tokyo - Plans

9. Crowded House - Weather With You

10. Luke Combes - Fast Car

11. The Eagles - Hotel California

12. The Beatles - Here Comes The Sun

13. Of Monsters & Men - Little Talks

14. Peter Bjorn and John - Young Folks

15. Shaboozey - Good News

16. Nicky Youre, Hey Daisy - Sunroof

17. Rufus Du Sol - Sundream

18. Empire Of The Sun - We Are The People

19. Van Morrison - Days Like This

20. Red Hot Chili Peppers - Under The Bridge

Toyota Tundra – Power, Adventure & Open Roads

The Toyota Tundra is built to dominate the road, whether you’re towing, hauling or cruising the highway. Its presence demands a soundtrack that’s just as bold. They're epic, energising and adventurous. This playlist is made for drivers who want to feel the power under the hood while enjoying the freedom of the open road.

Playlist: High-octane, crowd-pleasing tracks that pump up the energy for work or play, from rugged country-rock to stadium-sized rock anthems.

Think: Aussie rock legends, American rock & country-rock and global hits that command the road (AC/DC, Jimmy Barnes, Foo Fighters, Chris Stapleton).

1. AC/DC - Thunderstruck

2. Jimmy Barnes - Working Class Man

3. Foo Fighters - The Pretender

4. Chris Stapleton - Tennessee Whiskey

5. Metallica - Enter Sandman

6. Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit

7. Third Eye Blind - Semi-Charmed Life

8. The Offspring - Self Esteem

9. Black Sabbath - Paranoid

10. The Rolling Stones - (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction

11. Queen - Another One Bites The Dust

12. Aerosmith - Walk This Way

13. KISS - I Was Made For Lovin' You

14. The Kinks - You Really Got Me

15. David Bowie - Rebel Rebel

16. Guns N' Roses - Welcome To The Jungle

17. The Angels - Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again?

18. The Clash - Should I Stay or Should I Go?

19. The Killers - Mr Brightside

20. Jet - Are You Gonna Be My Girl?

That’s a wrap on Part 2, keep an eye out for Part 3 where we look at playlists for some of our favourite family friendly SUVs in the RAV4, Kluger & Corolla Cross!