[Video] Toyota HiAce Super Grandia: An affordable, roomy ride

The Toyota Hiace Super Grandia is the Japanese marque's entry to the van segment which offers more room and premium features as compared to the Toyota Hiace. Considering that it is loaded with features, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is offering the Hiace Super Grandia price ranges from Php 2,900,000 to Php 3,306,000. Only two variants are available, namely the 2.8 AT and the top-spec Elite 2.8 AT. Powering this Japanese van is a 2.8-liter 1GD-FTV turbodiesel engine found in other Toyota models such as the Fortuner. This sends power rated at 174 hp and 450 Nm of torque to the rear wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission as standard. Dimensions-wise, this model spans 5,300 mm in length, 1,970 mm in width, and 1,990 mm in height. In the local market, the Hiace Super Grandia competes against the likes of the Hyundai Grand Starex, Maxus V80, and Nissan NV350 Urvan.

Toyota Hiace Super Grandia Launch

The launching of the Toyota Hiace Super Grandia Philippines happened on August 19, 2019, with six variants. Three of the six variants come in two-tone color options. The Toyota Super Grandia is the top-spec and final variant of the well-known Toyota Hiace lineup. But the vehicle is not just a trim level. It is the extension of the Toyota Hiace, one of the Philippines' most trusted vans.

The 6th generation Toyota Hiace Super Grandia gets a better interior compared to other Hiace variants. It features captain's chair seats for the second and third rows instead of the conventional bench seats. Consumers also get to choose between a fabric or leather material for the seats. The plush seating allows the passengers to recline and relax on the road.

Toyota Hiace Super Grandia Exterior

The Toyota Hiace Super Grandia takes on the same shape as the lower Hiace variants. One of the main differences between the Hiace Super Grandia is the bi-beam LED headlights since the lower Hiace variants come with halogen reflectors.  

The all-new Hiace Super Grandia is much taller and much wider compared to its older counterpart. It features a nose departing from the older model’s boxier looks. It also comes with a much more prominent grille dominating the van's front fascia. A longer, wider but smaller grille houses the fog lights. The upper and lower grille have chrome accents that add to the car's luxury feel.

Toyota Hiace Super Grandia Interior

The interior of the Toyota Super Grandia Philippines comes in a two-tone configuration. A black hue dominates the interior with a light grey headliner. Consumers also have two-seat material options – fabric and leather. The seats consist of four rows. The second and third rows got captain's seats and the last row had a bench-type seat. The Elite variants of the Toyota Hiace Super Grandia have 4-way adjustable captain seats along with ottomans. Occupants seated in the second row get a place to rest their feet.

On the other hand, the Fabric and Leather trim gets standard captain's seats. The second row is the same on all trim levels. Wood and leather plating for door trims are available in Elite trims. The Fabric and Leather only have piano-black accents as door trims.

Technology & Safety Features

A 6.8-inch touchscreen infotainment is sitting at the center of the Toyota HiAce Super Grandia. It comes with Bluetooth, USB, and T-Link, enabling users to connect their Android and Apple devices to the head unit. Six-speaker systems and K2 Technology are also featured in the entertainment system. The vehicle also has a total of seven USB ports throughout the cabin. It allows the passengers and driver to charge their mobile phones and devices while on the road.

In terms of safety, the Toyota Safety Sense comes as a standard in the Toyota Hiace Super Grandia. Some of the vehicle's safety features include lane departure alert, adaptive cruise control, pre-collision system, and automatic high beam. This Toyota van also has a set of airbags for both the driver and front passenger. 

Other standard passive safety features of this van include three-point seat belts, vehicle stability control, ABS, and EBD. It also comes with back and clearance sonar, which are useful features needed to maneuver this long and wide van. There are also a couple of sensors mounted at the front and four at the rear part of the car.

Platform & Chassis

The Toyota Hiace Super Grandia is a 10-seater five-door van riding on the Toyota New Global Architecture with a front-engine rear-wheel drive. This van is still based on a ladder-frame chassis, and this means it rides similarly to other cars in its class. The Toyota Hiace Super Grandia rides better because of its rear suspension.

The front suspension of the Toyota Hiace Super Grandia 2024 is the MacPherson struts, and the rear suspension is handled by a new rigid, leaf spring combination. Disc brakes are found on all corners of the vehicle as expected for being a top-of-the-line vehicle. This van comes with 17-inch wheels.

Engine & Drivetrain

The engine powering the Toyota Hiace Super Grandia is the same power plant used in the Innova, Fortuner, and Hilux. The 2.8L turbo-diesel engine produces 174 horsepower and 450 Newton-meter of torque. The power is delivered to the rear wheels through the six-speed automatic transmission.

Available colors for the Toyota Hiace Super Grandia Philippines are Black 3, Gray Metallic, White Pearl Crystal Shine, and Luxury Pearl Toning.

The Toyota Hiace Super Grandia 2024 Philippines is almost a class of its own considering its relatively expensive price tag as compared to rivals such as the Nissan Urvan and Maxus V80. This nameplate is selling well in the Philippines so it is just right for the brand to introduce its premium version. For the price, you can get a reliable 2.8-liter turbodiesel, plush interior finish, Toyota Safety Sense, and coil springs at the rear for a more comfortable ride. 

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