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Toyota HiAce VI (H300) Crew Van L1H1 2.8 D-4D (177 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Toyota HiAce:
The Toyota HiAce is a light commercial vehicle produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. First launched in October 1967, the HiAce has since been available in a wide range of body configurations, including a minivan/MPV, minibus, panel van, crew van, pickup truck, taxi and an ambulance.
In the late 1960s, Toyota Auto Body, a Toyota subcontracting company, led the development of the HiAce as a small van with a one-box design, similar to European ones at the time, but, according to former Toyota senior employee Akira Kawahara, something unseen in the Japanese industry....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VI (H300) Crew Van L1H1 Overview:
Toyota HiAce (VI (H300) Crew Van L1H1). With 450 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). At around 2305 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A large vehicle designed for transporting goods or groups of people. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.8 D-4D (177 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.8 D-4D engine delivers strong torque (450 Nm) from low RPMs, making it highly capable for heavy loads and towing. Its 177 Hp provides sufficient acceleration for highway driving, ensuring it doesn't feel underpowered even when fully laden.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 8.4 l/100 km, the 2.8 D-4D offers reasonable efficiency for a large diesel crew van. While not class-leading, it's competitive for its power output and utility, especially with the automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability
- • Powerful and torquey 2.8 D-4D diesel engine
- • Versatile crew van configuration for passengers and cargo
- • Good towing capacity for commercial use
- • Strong resale value
Cons:
- • Fuel economy, while reasonable, isn't segment-leading
- • Interior comfort and refinement are utilitarian compared to passenger vehicles
- • Limited advanced driver-assistance systems compared to some rivals
- • Not directly rated by Euro NCAP (though ANCAP 5-star)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Regius: 2000 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | HiAce |
| Generation: | VI (H300) Crew Van L1H1 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 D-4D (177 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Van |
| Seats: | 5-6 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 177 Hp @ 3400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.2 Hp/l [515mm more] |
| Torque: | 450 Nm @ 1600-2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1GD-FTV More details about the engine 1GD-FTV |
| Engine displacement: | 2755 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.1 l |
| Coolant: | 9.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 103.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13 kg/Hp, 76.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 195.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2305 |
| Max. weight: | 3300 |
| Max load: | 995 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3600 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 400 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 150 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5265 mm mm [515mm more] |
| Width: | 1950 mm mm [255mm more] |
| Height: | 1990 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3210 mm mm [225mm more] |
| Front track: | 1670-1675 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1670 mm |
| Front overhang: | 950 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1105 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 296 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 320 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
If you could change one thing about the Toyota HiAce, what would it be?