Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) and the country’s automotive industry leader Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has combined its effort to host a state-of-the-art global unveiling of the all-new generation Toyota Hiace at the Grand Hyatt Manila in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

Dubbed as the World Premiere of the all-new Toyota Hiace, the sixth-generation Hiace has become one of the iconic family van preferred by Filipino people.

Toyota PH is offering three variants for the Hiace—the GL Grandia Tourer, the GL Grandia, and the Commuter Deluxe.

LIVING UP TO ITS NAME

The all-new Hiace has been revamped inside-out to address these goals. At the literal forefront of the refreshed modern look is the new semi-bonnet design, which means that the engine is no longer mounted atop the front wheel axle. That’s good news!

Both driver and passenger can experience better ergonomics, without the heat and vibration emanating underneath their seats. This also results in better serviceability, as the engine becomes easier to access compared to the previous make.

Hailing from Toyota’s prominent commercial vehicle (CV) heritage, bold but clean character lines sweep through the Hiace horizontally, creating a strong and stable image. For the GL Grandia Tourer variant, the head lamps are complemented by vertical LED Daytime Running Lights and fog lamps in the bumper, while chamfered rear combination lamps add to its three-dimensional presence.

Inside, satisfaction is guaranteed by the maximized storage capacity and optimized riding comfort. Store anything and everything inside your trusted utility van with its large overhead and console trays, in addition to the ample space beneath the front row seats for the Commuter Deluxe.

A number of improvements have also been adopted by the sixth generation Hiace for easier ingress and egress. There is a noticeably bigger legroom, providing a riding experience enhanced by wider door steps, strategically-positioned assist grips, and illuminated entry system. The plush headrests are making a comeback on the GL variants for their passengers to relax on, while the entire line-up prevents its daily passengers from suffering the usual discomforts of long-haul travels by improving overall suspension. The GL Grandia Tourer, GL Grandia, and Commuter Deluxe comfortably fit a maximum of 14, 12, and 15 people, respectively.

TRUSTED POWER

Under the hood lies a 2.8-liter (1GD-FTV) engine that has a high-boost turbocharger, 176 horsepower, intercooler system, Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), and Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) that leads to reduced cabin noise by absorbing engine vibrations. It also offers better handling with variable power steering, lighter gear shifting, and a MacPherson strut front suspension system with leaf spring rear suspension.

ADVANCED SAFETY FEATURES

Considered a Toyota hallmark feature regardless of vehicle segment, the new Hiace is equipped with advanced safety features. The transition from a cab-over design to semi-bonnet additionally increases collision safety. Toyota is also the first manufacturer to include a center seat airbag on a utility van for its front center passengers, for a total of 3 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) airbags for the Commuter Deluxe and 2 SRS airbags for the GL Grandia and GL Grandia Tourer variants.

The all-new Hiace’s GL Grandia and GL Grandia Tourer variants come with Vehicle Stability Control, Hill Start Assist, Anti-Lock Brake System, and Emergency Brake Signals. The Commuter Deluxe also has Anti-Lock Brake System and Emergency Brake Signals. Owners, drivers, and passengers alike are offered great peace of mind as both passive and active safety are accounted for in the design of the new generation Hiace.

Here’s the price-list of the all-new Toyota Hiace:

  • Grandia Tourer A/T (Luxury Pearl Toning) – P2,235,000
  • GL Grandia M/T – P1,973,000
  • GL Grandia M/T (Luxury Pearl Toning) –P1,988,000
  • GL Grandia A/T – P2,048,000
  • GL Grandia A/T (Luxury Pearl Toning) – P2,063,000
  • Grandia Tourer M/T – P2,145,000
  • Grandia Touring M/T (Luxury Pearl Toning) – P2,160,000
  • Grandia Tourer A/T – P2,220,000
  • Commuter Deluxe – P1,590,000