The Toyota Hiace 2019 has recently made its global debut in the Philippines. This is the first time our country hosts a world car release for an all-new model.
Walking around, the next-gen Hiace looks sleeker, wider and longer with significant changes, new techs and a stronger turbo-diesel engine. As mentioned in the previous post, the van now comes with a new face and hood. The new Hiace is inspired by the more premium Toyota Alphard, receiving a new elegant set of headlamps as well as a fresh bumper and grille.
Besides, the all-new Toyota Hiace 2019 is also equipped with new alloy wheels and tweaked side mirrors on higher-level versions. Meanwhile, the rear gets a new tailgate and bigger tail lamps. Speaking of the van’s size, it now measures 5265mm in length, 1950mm in width and 1990mm in height, along with a 3210mm wheelbase.
The van now comes with a new face and hood
The next-gen Hiace looks sleeker, wider and longer
The new Hiace is inspired by the more premium Toyota Alphard
The rear gets a new tailgate and bigger tail lamps
The all-new Hiace 2019 is also equipped with new alloy wheels
Stepping inside, the all-new Toyota Hiace Philippines showcases a refreshed dashboard and cabin which comes with 15 seats for the commuter version,12 seats for the GL and 14 seats for the GL Tourer variant. The dashboard now receives modified instrument panel, new standard 2-DIN sound system and HVAC controls.
Under the hood, the Toyota Hiace 2019 is powered by a 2.8L 1GD-FTV 4-cylinder turbo-diesel powertrain derived from the Innova and Fortuner. And now, the engine is placed ahead of the cabin, not under the front passengers and the driver.
The engine is capable of cranking out 174 hp and 420 Nm of torque while the GL Grandia version can produce 174 hp and 450 Nm of torque. It comes as a surprise that the 1GD mill can dole out 163 Nm and 420 Nm, which is less than the "standard" Commuter Deluxe and GL Grandia. A 6-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual are options for the van’s transmission.
The new Hiace showcases a refreshed dashboard and cabin
The cabin comes with 15 seats for the commuter version,12 seats for the GL and 14 seats for the GL Tourer variant
As for safety features, all versions of the Hiace are equipped with ABS (anti-lock brakes), the Tourer and GL Grandia variants get 2 front airbags while the Commuter Deluxe variant receives 3 units.
According to the latest car news, the Toyota Hiace 2019 prices in the Philippines have been officially announced. Let’s check them out right now:
| Model | Price |
|---|---|
| Toyota Hiace Commuter Deluxe 6-MT | P1,590,000 |
| Toyota Hiace GL Grandia 6-MT | P1,973,000 |
| Toyota Hiace GL Grandia 6-AT | P2,048,000 |
| Toyota Hiace GL Grandia Tourer 6-MT | P2,145,000 |
| Toyota Hiace GL Grandia Tourer 6-AT | P2,220,000 |
Pay PhP 15,000 more if you want the Luxury Pearl Toning color option.
The GL Grandia and Commuter 2019 will go on sales on March 5, 2019 while the GL Grandia Tourer will hit dealerships on the first week of April 2019.
Know more about Toyota Hiace 2023
The Toyota Hiace 2023 is a light commercial vehicle that is a familiar sight on Philippine roads. Aside from being used as a spacious private transport for households with large families, it is also typically employed for business in delivering cargo and as a fleet transport. Toyota Hiace Prices in the Philippines range between PHP 1,724,000 and PHP 2,439,000 from a base 15-seater Commuter Deluxe variant to the GL Grandia Tourer. A single 2.8-liter turbodiesel engine is on offer, partnered with either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission.
A Hiace car features a body measuring 5,265mm long, 1,950mm wide, and 1,990mm high on most variants, with a wheelbase of 3,210mm. Dimensions differ on the range-topping Super Grandia Elite which sits 650mm longer and 290mm higher, and has a wheelbase of 3,860mm. Monthly installments start at Php 19,875 for the Commuter Deluxe, with a 60-month contract on a 50 percent downpayment. Among its rivals are the Nissan Urvan, Foton View Traveller, Hyundai Grand Starex, Hyundai H350, and Ford Transit.
₱ 1,724,000 - ₱ 2,439,000
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