Toyota Hiace 1989-2004 used minibus review

The Toyota Hiace minibus is a reliable and affordable way to transport family, friends or workers.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 3 out of 5 Drive , 2 out of 5 Safety , 1 out of 5 Value , 4 out of 5 Interior , 4 out of 5

Overall score , 2.8 out of 5

The good
  • Very durable and reliable
  • Seating for 11 people
  • Very manoeuvrable for its size
The not-so-good
  • Slow and unrefined
  • Low levels of safety equipment and a one-star rating

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2002 Toyota Hiace minibus

Price

$8,000 to $14,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

3-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged, 96kW and 289NM

Transmission

Four-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive

Safety rating

One-star Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

12 months

Spare wheel

Full size spare

Fuel economy

8.1-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Diesel

Length

4430mm

Width

1695mm

Height

2920mm

Towing capacity

700kg (unbraked), 1500kg (braked)

Turning circle

10.6m

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