Man, the Toyota Hiace 2025 is like that dependable work van that’s had a quick upgrade—tough, spacious, and ready to haul your crew or cargo through India’s busy streets or long hauls without a complaint. It’s the sixth-gen model with minor updates like adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and more airbags across the range, making it a smarter pick for businesses, schools, or families.
Priced from Rs. 25 lakh ex-showroom in India for the base van (up to Rs. 35 lakh for luxury trims), it’s a value beast post-GST cuts, down up to Rs. 3,000 in some markets—perfect if you’re upgrading from an older Hiace or jumping from a Ford Transit, with a 3.5L V6 pumping 277 bhp and 13-seater options, though the 10-12 kmpl thirst might have you planning fuel stops on long runs.
Boxy, Practical Design
This van’s a compact powerhouse—5,380 mm long, 1,880 mm wide, 1,980 mm tall, with a 3,110 mm wheelbase that’s steady for loaded hauls or city dodges. Weighing 2,000-2,200 kg with 180 mm ground clearance, it skips speed bumps without scraping. The 2025 keeps the bold grille, halogen or LED headlamps, and wraparound taillamps in shades like Super White or Attitude Black—LWB or SLWB body styles for 10-15 seats. 15-16 inch steel wheels with 195/75 R15 tires grip steady, sliding doors add utility—it’s got that no-nonsense van stance, wide for easy loading, but nimble for tight parking without feeling like a bus.
Roomy, Workhorse Cabin
Hop in, and the vinyl seats fit 10-15 with upright bolsters for daily jobs, offering decent front legroom but snug rears for tall folks—no fancy leather, but durable for cargo runs. The 3,000L cargo space (van mode) gulps boxes or bags, with tie-downs for secure loads. The 7-inch touchscreen on higher trims blasts Android Auto/Apple CarPlay for maps or tunes, while the analog cluster shows speed and fuel. Manual AC chills okay for hot runs, 12V sockets juice phones, and grab handles keep it steady on bumps—cup holders and door pockets hold chai or tools. It’s wipe-clean tough for business dust, no sunroof flash, but the space nails group trips without feeling cramped.
V6 Power That Delivers
The 3.5L V6 petrol cranks 277 bhp and 365 Nm—6-speed manual or auto shifts smooth, zipping 0-100 kmph in 10-12 seconds and topping 160 kmph. ARAI 10-12 kmpl (real-world 9-11) stretches the 70L tank to 600-700 km at Rs. 6-8/km—torquey low-end for loaded climbs, petrol growl on throttle without shake. RWD grips wet roads, leaf springs up front and rigid axle rear soak bumps like a pro—no wallow on highways, refined NVH keeps chats quiet, though manual shifts lag in traffic.
Safety Basics Beefed Up
Six airbags, ABS with EBD, and rear sensors come standard, chasing 4-star Global NCAP with a tough shell. Hill-hold and child locks add family peace, disc-drum brakes stop steady in rain—no full ADAS yet, but wide tires and sturdy frame grip well. It’s built for urban scrapes or rural ruts, with ISOFIX anchors making it kid-tough—solid for businesses wanting basics that don’t quit.
Price and Quick Pickup
LWB van at Rs. 25 lakh, luxury minibus Rs. 35 lakh—on-road Delhi Rs. 28-40 lakh with taxes/insurance. Late 2025 launch means pre-book at Toyota dealers or CarWale, with festive perks: Rs. 20k-50k cashback, no-cost EMI from Rs. 3,000/month on SBI cards, or free mats. Waits 7-15 days, 3-year/unlimited km warranty, Rs. 4k-5k yearly service—resale 75% after three years, a fleet dream.
What Folks Say
Owners swear by the toughness and space—”hauls like a mule, never breaks,” one business driver raves—but basic infotainment and no auto bug city folks. Service Toyota solid everywhere, though mileage dips loaded and rears feel firm on marathons. Vs. Transit’s flash or V-Cross’s grit, Hiace wins on resale and reliability—top if versatile beats bling.
Quick Specs
Late 2025 launch, Rs. 25-35 lakh, 3.5L V6 petrol, 277 bhp, 10-12 kmpl ARAI, five variants. Check dealers for Super White or deals—your van’s waiting.
