2024 Toyota HiAce – Car Review
The 2024 Toyota HiAce: A Reliable and Spacious Van for Australian Businesses and Families
On Australian vans, the 2024 Toyota HiAce is a stand out picking both for commercial use and big families. The HiAce has long been known for its durability, space and practicality, making it a go to vehicle for businesses and families looking for long term reliable transport. Next, on this blog post, we will discuss the major characteristics that render the 2024 Toyota HiAce a functional and efficient van, starting with performance and ending with cargo space and comfort.
Performance and Efficiency
The 2024 Toyota HiAce comes with two engine options: Sportsmatic has been rebuilt with a 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine and a 3.5-litre petrol V6, which has been ‘refined and modified.’ With both engine options, there’s plenty of power for goods or long runs with passengers. However, the HiAce drives well, has a 6-speed auto to help keep fuel down and enough power to haul heavy things.
- Fuel Economy: 8.2L/100km (Turbo-diesel) or 12.4L/100km (Petrol V6)
- Engine Options: 2.8-litre turbo-diesel or 3.5-litre petrol V6
- Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission
Cargo Space and Versatility
A big selling point of the HiAce is its huge cargo area. The HiAce has a capacity for large loads and is a favourite with tradespeople, delivery drivers and business people alike, with the LWB version handling up to 6,200 litres of cargo. The van is practical in design, with wide sliding doors and rear barn doors that make loading and unloading quite easy.
Cargo Space: Either LWB (6,200 litres) or Super-Long Wheelbase (SLWB) (9,300 litres)
Door Configuration: Includes dual sliding doors and rear barn doors.
Comfort and Seating
The 2024 Toyota HiAce isn’t just about getting cargo from point A to point B, it’s also a consideration of passenger comfort. As a large family, airport shuttle, or transportation service company, the Commuter variant can seat up to 12 passengers in the van. Passengers seat comfortably inside the front cabin where all the modern tech features are offered.
Seating Capacity: Up to 12 passengers (Commuter variant).
Interior Features: Adjustable driver’s seat, cloth upholstery and air conditioning.
Tech and Connectivity
A workhorse, the 2024 Toyota HiAce skips on nothing tech wise. Included on all variants is the 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system (displaying both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto). This gives drivers direct access to music, navigation and hands free calling. And there are multiple USB ports for plugging in devices to charge on the go and keep drivers and passengers connected.
Infotainment System: 7-inch touchscreen
Connectivity: Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
USB Ports: Drivers and passengers have it available in the front cabin.
Safety First
The 2024 HiAce offers advanced safety features, Toyota Safety Sense. Lane departure alert, pre collision safety with pedestrian detection and adaptive cruise control are all included as part of this luxury suite of features. A safety system on the vehicle is important as many times it provides you with the security that you and the goods you carry are protected as you navigate the city streets, or when driving down the highway.
Safety Features: Lane departure alert, pre collision safety, adaptive cruise control and Toyota Safety Sense.
Airbags: Side, front, and curtain airbags
Variants and Pricing
The 2024 Toyota HiAce news is currently available in a number of different configurations to suit all needs. Here’s a breakdown of the key variants:
HiAce Van LWB (Cargo-Focused)
Price: $45,000 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: 2.8 litre turbo diesel engine, dual sliding doors and 6,200 litre cargo space.
(Extended Cargo) HiAce Van SLWB
Price: $50,000 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: Cargo: 3.5-litre petrol V6, 9,300-litre cargo space rear barn doors
Passenger-Focused HiAce Commuter
Price: $65,000 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: 12 passenger seating, 7-inch touchscreen & Toyota Safety Sense
Top of the Range: HiAce Commuter GL
Price: $70,000 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: Premium sound system, rear air conditioning, leather appointed seats.
Price and Value
The Toyota HiAce is renowned it’s ease of value because it is very long lasting and practical. Becoming one of the most successful light commercial vans on the road globally as its solid build qualities combined with its extremely low running cost, latest tech and safety options equal a great deal for both businesses and families alike with a starting price of around $45,000 AUD for the base van model and up to $70,000 AUD for the fully loaded Commuter GL variant. The HiAce’s long term value is also enhanced by Toyota’s 5 year unlimited kilometre warranty.
Starting Price: $45,000 AUD (approx.)
Warranty: Unlimited kilometre warranty for 5 years.
Final Thoughts
As a van that’s versatile, dependable and big enough for both swarms of kids and important business, the 2024 Toyota HiAce is one to watch out for. Which ever trim you are looking for, be it a cargo van which can somehow fit in a tonne worth of stuff or a passenger van with 12 people inside, the HiAce definitely offers good value for money. New safety features and modern technology has kept the HiAce at the top of the list when it comes to a practical van in Australia.
Key Takeaway: The 2024 Toyota HiAce is an adaptable and roomy van that is suitable even for businesses and families. Still, the HiAce’s mix of performance, safety and tech has continued to make it something of a class leader. Contact the Coastal Motor Advisory Team today for expert advice when choosing the right model!
