About the Toyota HiAce
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new Toyota HiAce is a Van Under 3.5t offered in both Single Panel Van and 4D MPV body styles. Available in Australia from $28,720 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $42,030 for the Commuter.
There are 2 variants of the HiAce available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.4L carb w auto choke (84kW/196Nm), 2.8L diesel indirect injection (60kW/185Nm) and 2.4L multi-point injection (88kW/200Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 1996 HiAce is offered with a 2 year, 50,000 km warranty.
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1996 Toyota HiAce Price
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Commuter
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.8L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Mpv, Diesel, RWD | $42,030 |
| 2.4L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Mpv, Petrol, RWD | $39,000 |
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1996 Toyota HiAce Specs
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1996 Toyota HiAce Dimensions
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1996 Toyota HiAce Fuel Economy
| Toyota HiAce | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Petrol, RWD | Unleaded | - |
| 2.4L, 4-speed auto, 4-door Panel Van, Petrol, RWD | Unleaded | - |
| 2.8L, 4-speed auto, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | - |
| 2.8L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | - |
1996 Toyota HiAce Warranty
What is the warranty on a Toyota HiAce?
The Toyota HiAce offers a 2 year 50,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Toyota HiAce FAQs
The cheapest Toyota HiAce is the Base that starts from $28,720.
The most expensive Toyota HiAce is the Commuter that starts from $42,030.
The best towing capacity of a Toyota HiAce is offered by the Base which can tow 1400 kg
The largest Toyota HiAce is the Commuter which measures 1690mm wide, 5130mm in length and sits 2215mm tall.
The most powerful Toyota HiAce is the Base which has 88kW of power from its 2.4L Multi-Point Injection engine.
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The heaviest Toyota HiAce is the Commuter which weighs 2850 kg (kerb weight).
The Toyota HiAce may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.