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1997 Toyota HiAce
The 1997 Toyota HiAce is a van offered in a Regular body style. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $32,950 for the ZR variant and topping out at $41,700 for the Minbus variant.
There are 3 variants of the HiAce available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-1990.
The 1997 HiAce was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Toyota HiAce include 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder (85kW/193Nm) and 2.8L in-line 4-cylinder (65kW/183Nm). All variants feature 5-speed manual transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,570 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,690 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,945 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,330 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,015 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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1997 Toyota HiAce
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The cheapest Toyota HiAce is the ZR variant that starts from $32,950.
See all Toyota HiAce PricingThe most expensive Toyota HiAce is the Minbus variant that starts from $41,700.
See all Toyota HiAce PricingThe best towing capacity of a Toyota HiAce is 1400 kg shared by all variants.
See all Toyota HiAce towing capacityThe largest Toyota HiAce is the ZL variant which measures 1690mm wide, 4830mm in length and sits 1945mm tall.
All variants of the Toyota HiAce have a maximum power of 85kW and 193nm of torque.
The Toyota HiAce is built in New Zealand and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Toyota HiAce is the ZL variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2600 kg.
The Toyota HiAce may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.
†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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