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hiace

the trademark of the professional

The Toyota HiAce heralds the next generation of vans and commuter buses in Australia. Now available in a Long Wheelbase (LWB) Van, a Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB) Van, and a Super Long Wheelbase Commuter Bus, the HiAce is more powerful, more stylish, more spacious, and eminently more comfortable than ever before.

Features

Dual SRS airbags
3 seats (Van), 14 seats (Commuter Bus)
2.7L VVT-i petrol engine (111kW/241Nm) or 3.0L common rail direct injection turbo diesel engine with intercooler (80kW/286Nm)
Long Wheel Base (LWB) or Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB) Van models
4 speed auto available across range
MP3 compatible CD sound system with audio input jack
Remote central locking^
Air conditioning with clean air filter^
Engine immobiliser^ Illuminated ignition switch^
Rear cooler on Commuter Bus
Semi Semi-Bonneted Van design
Power front windows 70 litre fuel tank
Force limiting and pre-tensioning outer front seatbelts Upper and lower Y-Frame (Crocodile) front chassis rails
Tinted side windows
Engine compartment silencer (Turbo diesel variants only)^

^ Available from September 2007 production vehicles

interior

Loads of cargo space

With longer wheelbases than ever before, the LWB and SLWB HiAce models have incredible interior space. The squared off overall body design not only looks stylish and professional, it optimises the interior room. The radiator and engine is positioned to optimise interior room, while the small bonnet allows easy checking of fluids. The smart body design of the LWB means a large 6.0 cubic meters of cargo capacity whilst the SLWB van, with its wide body and high roof, it has a full 9.8 cubic metres of cargo volume, making it the biggest HiAce van ever.

Commuter Bus seats 14

Offering contoured seating for 14, the Toyota HiAce Commuter Bus is virtually a luxury coach! With individual bucket seats and 2 seater bench seats throughout, all forward facing, and all with 3 point 'lap sash' seatbelts, it delivers exceptional driver and passenger comfort as well as ample head, leg, shoulder, and hip room. What's more, the 5th row of seats folds up, giving you extra luggage space at the rear.

^ Available from September 2007 production vehicles

CD player

All Hiace models come standard with an AM/FM radio, MP3 compatible CD sound system with audio input jack, so you can enjoy your favourite music in comfort. All Vans feature 2 speakers whilst the Commuter Bus boasts a 4 speaker (2 in the front and 2 in the back) system. The audio input jack allows for easy connection of your iPod® or portable MP3 player to provide you with plenty of music choice for those long days on the road.

Sedan-like comfort & drive

With the HiAce, you won't just drive for a living – you'll live to drive! Every HiAce model features air conditioning with clean air filter^ (with an additional rear cooler on Commuter Bus), front power windows, remote central locking^, in-dash CD player and clock, contemporary dash and instrument panel, modern trims and fabrics, gated gear shift (auto), double wishbone type front suspension and rack and pinion power steering. Plus, the Van models also include a fold down centre seat/armrest/table and all models come with the option of Anti-Skid Braking System (ABS) which is available at additional cost.

^ Available from September 2007 production vehicles

exterior

LWB or wide body, high roof Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB)

HiAce's 2 stylish body types are the result of dedicated research and development pursuing superior crash safety while still increasing cargo space. All Vans are available in a Long Wheelbase (LWB) and a high roof, wide body, Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB), and the Commuter Bus comes standard in the SLWB. All 3 body types boast loads of occupant and cargo space because the engine has been shifted forward from the previous model, and there is more space than ever before between the rear wheel housings.

Aerodynamic design

Straight line stability and Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH) are major factors in driver fatigue – particularly when you drive all day. That's why the HiAce features an aerodynamic design. Extensive Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) analysis resulted in a sleek windscreen angle, increased body rigidity, and integrated air dams at each side of the front bumper regulating air flow, giving you a smooth and quiet ride.

Semi Semi-Bonnet

With its forward control mounted engine, the HiAce is categorised as a Semi Semi-Bonneted Van (Semi SBV). Featuring a small and convenient semi-bonnet, you have easy access to brake fluid, radiator coolant, and window washer water, making essential day-to-day care fast and easy.

2 rear side doors on SLWB Van

Thanks to double side rear doors on the Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB) Van – one on either side – access to your cargo has never been easier. Like the Van itself, the doors are wide and tall, and the addition of a rear door strap^ on all models makes loading and unloading much easier than ever before.

^ Available from September 2007 production vehicles

safety

Dual SRS airbags standard

Don't leave safety to chance. The HiAce comes standard with driver and front passenger SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags on every model. The airbags work together with the front pre-tensioning seatbelts to help keep both you and your passenger safe in frontal collisions.

High levels of crash safety

Thanks to the latest in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), the HiAce has improved safety. Upper and lower Y-Frame (Crocodile) chassis rails greatly enhance frontal impact absorption, strengthened front door impact beams enhance protection against side intrusion, and a brake pedal link mechanism allows the Brake Booster to rotate away from the steering column and brake pedal in a frontal collision.

3 point seatbelts

With a bus-load of people, passenger safety is paramount. That's why every new HiAce Commuter Bus comes standard with 3 point lap sash seatbelts for all 14 occupants. Of course, HiAce Vans also feature 3 point Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) seatbelts for driver and passenger, plus a 2 point lap only seatbelt for the centre seat occupant.

Anti-skid Braking System (ABS) option available on all HiAce models

All HiAce models feature front ventilated disc brakes and rear drums, with an Anti-skid Braking System (ABS) and Brake Assist (BA) available as an option at additional cost. ABS brakes help you maintain steering control in an emergency situation by preventing your wheels from locking up. Brake Assist is designed to assist the driver in emergency braking by applying additional braking pressure to maximise braking performance.

mechanical

Reduced running costs

When you drive for a living, there's no room in the operating budget for a vehicle that's expensive to run. That’s why the HiAce boasts lower running costs than ever before. With minimum down time thanks to unprecedented reliability, and longer periods between scheduled services for Diesel engines, the HiAce does its job with a minimum of fuss and expense.

2 engines to choose from

HiAce will move you and your load with two reliable and tireless engines, and they’ll perform with impressive efficiency, vital in today’s competitive business world where reduced running costs add up to greater profitability. Both engines are Euro IV emissions compliant ensuring excellent reliability and efficiency.

You have the choice of a twin cam VVT-i equipped 2.7 litre petrol engine. Peak power of 111kW comes in at a relatively low 4,800rpm with 241Nm of load-lugging torque at 3,800rpm.

A 3.0 litre turbocharged intercooled common rail diesel is available across the HiAce range and this engine is purpose built for commercial vehicles - they’re yet another powerful reason to choose HiAce. The direct injection turbo diesel engine produces 80kW at 3000rpm and a lofty 286Nm of torque between 1200 and 1600rpm. All HiAce diesel models also come with an engine compartment silencer to minimize noise emissions from September 2007 production vehicles onwards.

4 speed auto available across the range

No matter what your cargo, you can now choose the convenience of an automatic transmission. A newly developed 4 speed automatic transmission is now available across the entire HiAce range – including diesel Commuter Buses and Long Wheelbase Vans. The transmission features electronic line pressure control based on engine speed, delivering smoother shifts and reducing 'shift-shock'. It also boasts a driver-friendly gated shift lever on the dashboard, complete with shift lock mechanism and key interlock to prevent unintended shifts.