The updated Toyota HiAce van has been introduced in Australia for 2025, featuring additional safety equipment, new airbags, and convenience upgrades across the lineup. Alongside these updates, prices have increased by $2,994, with the base model now starting at $51,880 before on-road costs.
2025 Toyota HiAce pricing in Australia
| Variant | Price (before on-road costs) |
| Toyota HiAce LWB Van MT | $51,880 |
| Toyota HiAce LWB Van AT | $53,880 |
| Toyota HiAce LWB Van Barn Door AT | $54,630 |
| Toyota HiAce LWB Van GL Package AT | $54,880 |
| Toyota HiAce LWB Van GL Package Barn Door AT | $55,630 |
| Toyota HiAce LWB Crew Van AT | $56,880 |
| Toyota HiAce SLWB Van AT | $62,440 |
| Toyota HiAce SLWB Van Barn Door AT | $63,190 |
(All prices up $2994 compared with the outgoing model.)
Key changes for the 2025 Toyota HiAce
- Centre airbag as standard, taking the total to 8 across most models.
- Crew Van gains two extra side airbags (10 total).
- Electric power steering improves manoeuvrability and allows lane trace assist.
- Emergency driver support system added.
- Safe exit assist now included.
- Adaptive cruise control upgraded (high-speed only on manuals, full-speed on autos).
- 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster replaces the old 4.2-inch display.
- Electric parking brake added to autos.
- New refrigerant for the air-conditioning system.
Design updates include the following
Visual changes are minimal, limited to:
- Black mirror caps.
- Two new rear wipers for SLWB vans with barn doors.
Safety equipment includes the following
The 2025 Toyota HiAce retains its five-star ANCAP safety rating (2019). Standard safety systems now include:
- Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection.
- Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
- Lane departure alert and lane trace assist.
- Emergency driver support system.
- Safe exit assist.
- Adaptive cruise control.
- Traffic sign recognition, auto high beam, reversing camera and parking sensors.
Cabin and features
Inside, the 2025 Toyota HiAce gets a clearer 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and continues with its 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen offering:
- Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
- Satellite navigation.
- Toyota Connected Services.
Other standard features include:
- 16-inch steel wheels and a full-size spare
- Cloth upholstery
- Dual sliding doors
- Halogen headlights and DRLs
The Toyota HiAce GL Package features chrome garnishes, fog lights, body-coloured bumpers, and a digital rearview mirror. The Toyota HiAce Crew Van features five seats, openable rear windows, glass sliding doors, and two additional airbags.
Powertrain and performance
| Specification | Details |
| Engine | 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel |
| Transmissions | 6-speed MT/ 6-speed AT |
| Power | 130kW |
| Torque | 420Nm / 450Nm (AT) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel Economy (LWB Manual) | 7.4L/100km |
| Fuel Economy (LWB Auto) | 7.9L/100km |
| Fuel Economy (SLWB Auto) | 8.1L/100km |
| Braked Towing Capacity | 1900kg (manual), 1500kg (automatic) |
Dimensions and capacity
The Toyota HiAce is available in two body styles: LWB (long wheelbase) and SLWB (super-long wheelbase), each offering generous dimensions to suit different commercial needs. The LWB measures 5265mm long, 1950mm wide, and 1990mm tall, with a 3210mm wheelbase and a cargo capacity of 6.2m³. Stepping up to the SLWB further enhances practicality, measuring 5915mm in length and 2280mm in height, with a longer 3860mm wheelbase and a spacious 9.3m³ cargo area.
Warranty and servicing
Toyota backs the HiAce with a five-year warranty, which is unlimited kilometres for private buyers or capped at 160,000km for commercial use. Servicing is required every six months or 10,000km, whichever comes first. Toyota also offers capped-price servicing, with the first ten scheduled visits priced at $365 each, helping businesses manage ongoing costs more predictably.
Market position
The Toyota HiAce is Australia’s top-selling commercial van, with more than 6500 units sold so far in 2025, remaining well ahead of rivals like the Ford Transit Custom, Hyundai Staria Load and LDV G10.
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