The Hiace is Toyota’s representative commercial vehicle. Due to its versatility, it is popular not only for business use, but also as a leisure and family car. Here, we will explain the basic information about the Hiace in detail.
“The Hiace looks big and convenient, but can you drive it with a regular driver’s license?” If you have such a question, the answer is yes. In conclusion, most models of the Hiace can be driven with a regular driver’s license. However, there are some exceptions, so please be careful. In this article, we will explain in detail whether you can drive the Hiace with a regular driver’s license.
Types of Hiace that can be driven with a regular driver’s license
Hiace Wagon
There are three main types of Hiace: van, wagon, and commuter.
- Van: A model designed for transporting cargo.
- Wagon: A model designed as a passenger car.
- Commuter: A model with a large passenger capacity.
Of these, vans and wagons can be driven with a regular driver’s license . These models have a seating capacity of 10 or less and a total vehicle weight of less than 3.5 tons, so they meet the requirements for a regular driver’s license. To drive a commuter vehicle, a medium-sized driver’s license is required.
List of sizes and dimensions of Hiace
The size of the Hiace varies depending on the model and grade, but the sizes of the most common models are as follows.
| Model name | full length | Overall width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Super GL standard body |
4,695mm | 1,695mm | 1,980mm |
| Van Super GL Wide Body |
5,380mm | 1,880mm | 2,285mm |
| Wagon GL standard body |
4,695mm | 1,695mm | 1,980mm |
| Wagon GL Wide Body |
5,380mm | 1,880mm | 2,285mm |
| Commuter GL standard body |
5,380mm | 1,880mm | 2,285mm |
How many people does the Hiace seat?
The passenger capacity of the Hiace is as follows:
- Vans: 2-seater, 3-seater, 5-seater, 6-seater
- Wagon: 10-seater
- Commuter: 14 seater
Features of the 10-seater Hiace Wagon
The 10-seater Hiace is available as a wagon. It is perfect for family or group trips, as it can accommodate a large number of people comfortably. Furthermore, it can be driven with a regular driver’s license.
How to choose a Hiace
When choosing a Hiace, keep the following points in mind:
- Purpose: If you plan on transporting cargo, we recommend a van. If you plan on transporting passengers, we recommend a wagon.
- Number of passengers: If you have a large number of passengers, we recommend the Grand Cabin or Super Long wagons.
- License: If you have a regular license, avoid commuter vehicles.
Introducing popular Hiace models
Among the Hiace models, the most popular are the wagon models “Grand Cabin” and “Super GL”.
Grand Cabin: Featuring a spacious interior and luxurious interior, it is ideal for families and for sleeping in the car.
Super GL: Available in standard and wide body, you can choose according to your needs. It is also popular as a base for customization.
Hiace luggage compartment dimensions explanation
The luggage compartment dimensions of the Hiace vary depending on the vehicle model and grade, but the luggage compartment dimensions of representative models are as follows.
| Model name | Cargo compartment length | Cargo space width | Cargo height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Super GL standard body |
2,570mm | 1,520mm | 1,285mm |
| Van Super GL Wide Body |
3,110mm | 1,745mm | 1,390mm |
| Wagon GL standard body |
2,065mm | 1,520mm | 1,285mm |
| Wagon GL Wide Body |
2,860mm | 1,745mm | 1,390mm |
Luggage capacity and convenient storage
The Hiace has a large luggage capacity and can store luggage of various sizes. It also has plenty of convenient storage spaces, such as overhead consoles and under-seat trays.
Features and points to note about the Hiace Commuter
Hiace Commuter
The Hiace Commuter is a model with a large passenger capacity and is often used as a shuttle bus or microbus.
Size of the Hiace Commuter
The Hiace Commuter is available in standard and long body versions. The sizes of each are as follows:
| Model name | full length | Overall width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter GL standard body |
5,380mm | 1,880mm | 2,285mm |
| Commuter GL long body |
5,915mm | 1,880mm | 2,285mm |
Hiace Commuter
Are there any Hiace vehicles that cannot be driven with a regular driver’s license?
Among the Hiace vehicles, the commuter model cannot be driven with a regular driver’s license. This is because the commuter model has a passenger capacity of 14 people, which exceeds the standard driver’s license requirement of 10 people or less. To drive a commuter model, you need a medium-sized driver’s license.
Hiace requires a medium-sized license
Commuter vehicles and vans with a total vehicle weight exceeding 3.5 tonnes require a medium-sized vehicle license.
summary
If you drive a Hiace van or wagon, you can drive it with a regular driver’s license. However, if you drive a commuter vehicle, you will need a medium-sized driver’s license. When choosing a Hiace, choose the appropriate model based on your purpose, number of passengers, and license.
