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Toyota HiAce 2021
Carsguide Contributing Journalist Mark Oastler had this to say at the time: The sixth-generation HiAce combines an efficient and practical design with good driver comfort, excellent load-carrying ability, renowned reliability and peerless safety. Throw in strong resale value and it all adds up to an excellent all-rounder that’s worthy of its sales leadership in the mid-sized van segment. ends...
You can read the full review here.This is what Mark Oastler liked most about this particular version of the Toyota HiAce: Benchmark safety, Tight turning circle, Practical GVM/GCM ratings
The 2021 Toyota HiAce carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1900 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Toyota HiAce 2021 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2021 Toyota HiAce are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1950mm x 2280mm and can vary on the basis of model.


Toyota HiAce Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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LWB | Commercial | 1990x1950x5265 mm | 179 mm | |
LWB (panel Option) | Commercial | 1990x1950x5265 mm | 179 mm | |
LWB (4 Door Option) | Commercial | 1990x1950x5265 mm | 179 mm | |
LWB GL | Commercial | 1990x1950x5265 mm | 179 mm | |
Slwb Commuter GL (12 Seats) | People mover | 2280x1950x5915 mm | 187 mm | |
Slwb Commuter (12 Seats) | People mover | 2280x1950x5915 mm | 187 mm | |
Slwb Commuter GL (colours) | People mover | 2280x1950x5915 mm | 187 mm |
Toyota HiAce 2021 Accessories
The Toyota HiAce Crew Van has a large 8.0-inch multimedia touchscreen, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as cruise control, digital radio, digital rear view mirror, front and rear fog lights, satellite navigation, and more.
Toyota HiAce 2021 Price and Specs
Pricing guides

Toyota HiAce Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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LWB | Commercial | 2.8L Diesel 6 SP SEQ AUTO | $36,000 | $46,640 | |
LWB | Commercial | 2.8L Diesel 6 SP MAN | $34,400 | $44,550 | |
LWB | Commercial | 3.5L ULP 6 SP SEQ AUTO | $32,800 | $43,010 | |
LWB | Commercial | 3.5L ULP 6 SP MAN | $31,200 | $40,920 | |
Slwb Commuter (12 Seats) | People mover | 2.8L Diesel 6 SP SEQ AUTO | — | — | |
Slwb Commuter GL (12 Seats) | People mover | 2.8L Diesel 6 SP SEQ AUTO | — | — | |
Slwb Commuter GL (colours) | People mover | 2.8L Diesel 6 SP SEQ AUTO | $55,100 | $69,630 |
Toyota HiAce 2021 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Toyota HiAce here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Why has my Toyota HiAce van's gearbox failed?
This does sound like an odd one, to be honest. It’s certainly possible to wear out a clutch in a very short space of time if you drive the car badly, but I’m trying to work out how a gearbox could fail at such a short mileage without there having been something wrong with it from the start. I’d also love to know why Toyota thinks the problem does not constitute a valid warranty claim.
Has the vehicle been used to tow exceptionally heavy loads? Are there any other extraordinary circumstances that makes Toyota think that the issue is a driver-abuse or neglect scenario?
I’d start by by-passing your dealership and contacting Toyota Australia’s customer service division. It might also be useful to have the damaged gearbox independently inspected by a specialist who might be able to pin-point the cause of the wear and help determine what happens next. If it can be shown that a component was faulty or simply failed too early, then I’d say you have a good case to pursue a warranty claim.
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Why does my 2007 Toyota Hiace make a whistling noise?
I’ll take a stab in the dark here and suggest that your van is a turbo-diesel (there was a petrol version offered as well, but the diesel was much more popular). If that’s the case, you could be dealing with a turbocharger that’s showing wear. Specifically, this is likely to be in the turbo’s bearing which will become noisy (and potentially emit a whistling noise) as the bearing starts to degrade. Turbochargers often spin at speeds of up to 250,000rpm, so the bearing really has its work cut out.
The clue to all this is that the vehicle starts whistling when you press the throttle; that is, when you place a load on the engine and ask the turbocharger to start providing boost. That’s when the worn bearing becomes loaded (and noisy). But you could also be looking at something much simpler such as an exhaust that has collapsed internally and is offering a whistling soundtrack, or even a loose piece of intake plumbing that is also allowing the air passing over it to whistle. Perhaps there’s something in the gearbox that is making a high-pitched noise as well. You really need to have the vehicle looked at by somebody who knows their HiAces and take it from there.
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Toyota HiAce 2003: Which variant is the best?
There’s no real difference in reliability or maintenance, but the SBV is more comfortable and feels a little safer with a little more sheetmetal ahead of you. I would prefer to be driving the SBV. It’s value would be $6000-$8000.
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Toyota HiAce 2018: Whistling sound
It’s unlikely to be in your engine as such; rather it’s probably associated with the engine’s intake system. As it’s new take it to your Toyota dealer and have them fix it under warranty.
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Toyota HiAce 2021 Towing capacity
The Toyota HiAce’s towing capacity ranges from 1400kg to 1900kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Toyota HiAce Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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LWB | Commercial | 3.5L,ULP,6 SP MAN | 1400kg | |
LWB | Commercial | 3.5L,ULP,6 SP SEQ AUTO | 1500kg | |
LWB | Commercial | 2.8L,Diesel,6 SP MAN | 1900kg | |
LWB (4 Door Option) | Commercial | 2.8L,Diesel,6 SP SEQ AUTO | 1500kg | |
Slwb Commuter GL (12 Seats) | People mover | 2.8L,Diesel,6 SP SEQ AUTO | 1500kg | |
Slwb Commuter (12 Seats) | People mover | 2.8L,Diesel,6 SP SEQ AUTO | 1500kg | |
Slwb Commuter GL (colours) | People mover | 2.8L,Diesel,6 SP SEQ AUTO | 1500kg |
Toyota HiAce 2021 Seats
The Toyota HiAce Crew Van has a good driving position with ample seat adjustability. With seating for the driver and one front passenger the HiAce is only a five-seater, where key competitors can seat six. There's rear seating for up to three passengers, each with three head restraints, three full lap-sash belts and ISOFIX on the two outer positions.
Toyota HiAce 2021 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2021 Toyota HiAce is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Toyota HiAce is available with the following fuel types: Diesel and ULP.
Toyota HiAce Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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LWB | Commercial | 2.8L,Diesel,6 SP MAN | 7.5L/100km | |
LWB | Commercial | 3.5L,ULP,6 SP MAN | 12.4L/100km | |
Slwb Commuter (12 Seats) | People mover | 2.8L,Diesel,6 SP SEQ AUTO | — | |
Slwb Commuter GL (12 Seats) | People mover | 2.8L,Diesel,6 SP SEQ AUTO | — |
Toyota HiAce 2021 Interior
The Toyota HiAce Crew Van features opening side-door glass, but lacks the robust moulded polycarbonate bulkhead found in key competitors (which insulates their crew zones from cargo bay noise and double as sturdy cargo barriers). There are numerous bottle/cup holders and storage bins for driver and front passengers, but the absence of these conveniences in the sliding rear side-doors is a significant oversight of rear passenger comfort that should be addressed.
Toyota HiAce 2021 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2021 Toyota HiAce will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
Toyota HiAce Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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LWB | Commercial | 215x70 R16C | — | 215x70 R16C | — | |
LWB (panel Option) | Commercial | 215x70 R16C | — | 215x70 R16C | — | |
LWB (4 Door Option) | Commercial | 215x70 R16C | — | 215x70 R16C | — | |
LWB GL | Commercial | 215x70 R16C | — | 215x70 R16C | — | |
Slwb Commuter GL (12 Seats) | People mover | 235x65 R16C | — | 235x65 R16C | — | |
Slwb Commuter (12 Seats) | People mover | 235x65 R16C | — | 235x65 R16C | — | |
Slwb Commuter GL (colours) | People mover | 235x65 R16C | — | 235x65 R16C | — |
Toyota HiAce 2021 Speed
The Toyota HiAce Crew Van weighs more than two tonnes, and despite a relatively modest engine displacement has ample torque which provides excellent throttle response and relatively brisk acceleration. Expect 0-100km/h acceleration in the 10- to 12-second zone.
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