Toyota Hiace vs Toyota Lite Ace
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Toyota Hiace and the Toyota Lite Ace as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
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Toyota Hiace
Cargo variant
- SRP
- ₱1,249,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱21,735
Photo: Toyota Motor Philippines, via toyota.com.ph.
Toyota Lite Ace
Dropside variant
- SRP
- ₱651,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱11,329
How they differ
- The Toyota Lite Ace is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱651,000, which is ₱598,000 (48%) below the Toyota Hiace at ₱1,249,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Lite Ace is estimated at ₱11,329 a month against ₱21,735 for the Hiace, a difference of ₱10,406 a month.
- The Hiace makes more power (136 PS against 98 PS for the Lite Ace).
- The Hiace has more torque (300 Nm against 134 Nm for the Lite Ace).
- The Hiace has the larger engine (2,982 cc against 1,496 cc for the Lite Ace).
- The Hiace is the longer vehicle (4,695 mm against 4,195 mm for the Lite Ace).
- The Hiace seats 3, the Lite Ace seats 2.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Toyota HiaceCargo, ₱1,249,000 | Toyota Lite AceDropside, ₱651,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 1KD-FTV, 4-Cylinders, L Type (Diesel) | 2NR-VE, 4-Cylinder, In-line, 16-Valve DOHC, with Dual VVT-i (Gasoline) |
| Displacement (differs) | 2982 cc | 1496 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 136 PS | 98 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 3400 rpm | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1200-2400 rpm | 4400 rpm |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission | 5-speed MT | 5-speed MT |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4695 mm | 4195 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1695 mm | 1675 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 70 L | 43 L |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 950 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | MacPherson |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | Leaf Spring |
| Front brake | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brake (differs) | Drum | Drum TypeSpring |
| Tyres (differs) | 195R15C / 15" Steel | 175R14 Steel |
| Wheels | Steel | Steel |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | With Brake Assist | Standard |
| Airbags | 2 | 2 |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 2-DIN/Tuner/MP3/Bluetooth/AUX/USB, 2 Speakers | 2-DIN; speakers: 2 |
| Headlight (differs) | Multi-Reflector, Halogen with Integrated Clearance and Turn Lamp | Halogen |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | Rotary ignition |
| Other features (differs) | Seats: Vinyl; Air conditioning: Dual, Manual Controls | Seats: PVC; Air conditioning: Manual Dial |
| Ownership | ||
| Service interval | Every 5,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first | Every 5,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.