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    2008 Toyota HiAce

    The 2008 Toyota HiAce is a van offered in both Regular and Crew body styles. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $40,545 for the ZL variant and topping out at $71,590 for the base variant.

    There are 3 variants of the HiAce available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2005.

    The 2008 HiAce was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Toyota HiAce include 2.7L in-line 4-cylinder (111kW/241Nm), 3.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (80kW/286Nm) and 3.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (80kW/286Nm). Available with 5-speed manual manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $40,545 - $71,590
    Transmission
    4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Passenger Van or Window Van
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $40,545 - $71,590
    Transmission
    4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Passenger Van or Window Van
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2008 Toyota HiAce

    Available Variants

    The Toyota HiAce comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being ZL and the most expensive being ZX.

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    Power to Weight
    41.34 - 63.25 kW/t
    35.23 kW/t
    81.3 kW/t
    Fuel Efficiency
    8.6 - 11.6 L/100km
    6.1 L/100km
    11.6 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    603 - 814 km
    603 km
    882 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    4 - 7 years
    1 year
    3 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,800 - 3,200 kg
    2,152 kg
    3,200 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,400 kg
    1,300 kg
    2,500 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    195 mm
    154 mm
    195 mm
    Payload Capacity
    995 - 1,275 kg
    632 kg
    1,369 kg
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    ZR

    2025

    $58,990

    ZX

    2025

    $61,990

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    2.8L Combustion
    Fuel
    Diesel
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Window Van
    Combi
    Cargo Van
    Passenger Van
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    4 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Rear
    Maximum Power
    130 kW

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    2008 Toyota HiAce

    Dimensions

    4,695 mm
    1,695 mm
    1,980 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,695 mm
    Overall Width1,695 mm
    Overall Height1,980 mm
    Wheelbase2,985 mm
    Turning Circle10,000 mm
    Load Capacity1,045 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2008 Toyota HiAce

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Toyota HiAce is the ZL variant that starts from $40,545.

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    The most expensive Toyota HiAce is the base variant that starts from $71,590.

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    The best towing capacity of a Toyota HiAce is 1400 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Toyota HiAce is the base variant which measures 1880mm wide, 5380mm in length and sits 2285mm tall.

    The most powerful variants with 111kW of power and 241nm of torque are the ZL variants.

    The Toyota HiAce is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Toyota HiAce is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3200 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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