Verdict
These serve radically different Malaysian jobs. The Toyota Hiace costs RM123,000 and brings a 2.5-litre diesel with 101 hp, 260 Nm, five-speed manual and all-wheel drive in a tall two-seat commercial body. The Xpeng X9 asks RM281,073, but its 315 hp/450 Nm electric motor, 94.8 kWh battery and 535 km range make it the far stronger seven-seat people mover. Its 721-litre boot, air suspension and 3,160 mm wheelbase are meaningful family-MPV advantages, while the Hiace is 621 mm shorter and 293 mm narrower for tighter work sites.
Pick the Toyota Hiace if you need a RM123,000 two-seat commercial vehicle with a 2.5-litre diesel, five-speed manual and all-wheel drive.
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, 535 km EV range, 721 litres of boot space and vastly more safety and comfort equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Hiace RM123,000; Xpeng X9 RM281,073.
- Seating: Toyota Hiace 2 seats; Xpeng X9 7 seats.
- Powertrain: Toyota Hiace 101 hp/260 Nm 2.5-litre diesel; Xpeng X9 315 hp/450 Nm electric motor.
- Length: Toyota Hiace 4,695 mm; Xpeng X9 5,316 mm.
- Safety: Toyota Hiace 2 airbags; Xpeng X9 9 airbags.
- Warranty: Toyota Hiace 3 years/100,000 km; Xpeng X9 5 years/120,000 km.
Hiace
- RM158,073 cheaper to buy
- All-wheel drive
- 621 mm shorter and 293 mm narrower
- Only 2 seats versus 7
- 2 airbags and no stability control versus 9 airbags and stability control
- Shorter 3-year/100,000 km warranty
X9
- 315 hp and 450 Nm electric motor
- 535 km EV range and 537 kW DC charging
- 721-litre boot, air suspension and rear-axle steering
- RM158,073 more expensive
- 860 kg heavier and 621 mm longer
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,000✓ | RM281,073 |
| Body type | Commercial | MPV |
| Segment | Commercial | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM835 | RM365✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Common-rail Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,494 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 101 hp at 3,600 rpm | — |
| Torque | 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 93.8 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 18.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 94.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 535 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 537 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 2,285 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | 1,890 kg | 2,750 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 721 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195R15C | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 195R15C | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 15" Steel | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 15" Steel | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Steel | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Second & Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | — | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 120,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Hiace & X9 for sale
Hiace vs X9 FAQ
Is the Toyota Hiace or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is better for passenger transport, with seven seats, 9 airbags, a 535 km EV range and 721 litres of boot space. The Toyota Hiace is the better fit for a lower-cost two-seat commercial role and adds all-wheel drive.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng X9 costs RM158,073 more than the Toyota Hiace: RM281,073 versus RM123,000.
Which one is better for seven passengers?
The Xpeng X9, decisively. It has seven three-point seat belts, ISOFIX on the second and third rows, triple-zone climate control, captain seats and a 60:40 split-folding third row. The Toyota Hiace has only two seats.
