Overview of minibus Toyota Hiace

Motorists older generation surely remember the time when the model of the minibus Toyota Hiace has been very popular in our country. This demand was most likely due to the lack of alternative options. Today, this car not so popular, but it is worth paying attention to.

Few people know that the Toyota Hiace minibus first appeared in the far 1967 and was intended for sales in the domestic market of Japan. Over time, this series of machines has increased and dispersed across the world. After the last update of the van, the appearance became more modern and simple. The car is still easily recognizable in the crowd and combines excellent comfort and Japanese build quality. Equipping the model with additional parts tuning, the car will get a more attractive appearance.

The Toyota Hiace is designed primarily for urban and suburban trips and can be used as a taxi with an increased number of seats, which can be 8 or 11. Overall dimensions of vehicle length is 4 615 mm width 1 690 mm, a height of 1 935 mm, while ground clearance is 170 mm.

Gamma motor of the machine consists of two units – a 3-liter diesel and 2.7-litre petrol. For the first variant, the characteristic power of 144 HP With this engine the car accelerates to the first hundred in 22 seconds, and top speed is 150 km/h. fuel Consumption ranges from 5.5 liters to 10 liters.

As for the petrol engines, the higher power by 16 HP, maximum speed is 155 km/h and the acceleration time is 20 s. the Fuel the engine consumes in the range of from 6.2 to 12 liters per hundred.

After the latest update of the Toyota Hiace has received a more robust body and additional safety systems. The build quality and components at a great level. In the basic version the machine has rear-wheel drive and 5-speed manual transmission. The main advantage of a minivan is its interior, which allows many choices of seats. Front row rotates, and the second and third can be removed.

The dashboard is very informative and the controls are in convenient locations. The gearshift lever is located in a niche adjacent to the center console. Visibility due to large glass panes at the highest level.