Overview
The Toyota Hiace is a commercial van for operators needing either a compact two-seat cargo carrier or a 10-seat long-wheelbase people mover. This Mk5 generation launched in 2006 and remains on sale in Malaysia with diesel power. Prices start from RM123,000 for the Panel Van 2.5 Turbo Diesel.
Hiace in 2026 — what's new
The 2026 Toyota Hiace carries on unchanged. Toyota’s October 2025 Hiace Concept previews a next-generation commercial van with a pillarless side and full-width display, but it is not a Malaysian production update. The 2006-launched Mk5 remains the Malaysian model, sold as the two-seat Panel Van 2.5 Turbo Diesel and the 10-seat SLWB. The SLWB uses a 2.755-litre diesel and automatic transmission.
Which variant to buy
For most cargo-focused buyers, the RM123,000 Panel Van 2.5 Turbo Diesel is the logical Hiace: it has two seats, a manual gearbox and AWD. Pay RM169,000 for the SLWB only if carrying people is central to the job. The RM46,000 gap brings 10 seats, a 2.755-litre 175 hp diesel, RWD and an automatic, against the Panel Van’s 2.494-litre 101 hp diesel. These are two distinct working tools, not merely different trims.
Verdict
The Hiace gives Malaysian operators a clear split between a two-seat AWD panel van and a 10-seat automatic long-wheelbase model. But it is expensive in its class: the Nissan NV200 starts from RM79,800 and the Maxus V80 from RM102,076, both below even the entry Hiace. Its age is also plain, as Toyota’s 2025 concept points towards a future successor rather than a refresh of this Mk5.
Variants (2)
RM123,000–RM169,000 · est. from RM1,255/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 101 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 2
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 175 hp at 3,400 rpm
- Torque
- 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,755 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 10
- Airbags
- 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee)
Previous model years (12)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 101 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 2
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 175 hp at 3,400 rpm
- Torque
- 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,755 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 10
- Airbags
- 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 101 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 2
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 101 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 2
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 101 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 2
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 101 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 2
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 151 hp at 4,800 rpm
- Torque
- 241 Nm at 3,800 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,694 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 10
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 102 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 10
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 151 hp at 4,800 rpm
- Torque
- 241 Nm at 3,800 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,694 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 10
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 102 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 10
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 151 hp at 4,800 rpm
- Torque
- 241 Nm at 3,800 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,694 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 10
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 102 hp at 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 2,494 cc
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 10
- Airbags
- 2 (Driver and Passenger)
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Used cars for sale
Toyota Hiace sales in Malaysia
1,583 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #53 best-selling model this year. 189 were registered in Aug 2026, the latest month on record.
Full Hiace sales data, month by month →Toyota Hiace resale value
What a used Hiace holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.
| Year | Trade guide | Typical asking | Holds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RM123,000 | — | 100% |
| 2025 | RM104,100 | RM148,800 (6) | 121% |
| 2024 | RM98,000 | — | 80% |
| 2023 | RM85,800 | RM106,800 (12) | 95% |
| 2022 | RM75,700 | — | 77% |
| 2021 | RM72,400 | RM97,800 (7) | 100% |
| 2020 | RM70,300 | RM78,800 (6) | 80% |
| 2019 | RM73,100 | RM79,800 (9) | 73% |
| 2018 | RM70,200 | — | 64% |
| 2017 | RM64,300 | RM70,800 (10) | 65% |
Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.
Rivals to consider
same class, similar money
Toyota Hiace FAQ
How much is the Toyota Hiace in Malaysia?
The Toyota Hiace costs from RM123,000 for the Panel Van 2.5 Turbo Diesel. The 10-seat SLWB costs RM169,000.
Which Toyota Hiace variant should I buy?
Choose the Panel Van 2.5 Turbo Diesel for two-seat cargo work, AWD and a manual gearbox. Choose the SLWB only when you need its 10 seats and automatic transmission.
Is the Toyota Hiace a new-generation model in 2026?
No. The Malaysian Hiace remains the Mk5 generation launched in 2006. Toyota’s 2025 Hiace Concept previews a next-generation van, but it is not the current production model.
How many seats does the Toyota Hiace have?
The Panel Van 2.5 Turbo Diesel has two seats. The SLWB has 10 seats.
