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Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Model Introduced Year
2019
2021
Generation
H300 generation – front-engine layout replacing the previous cab-over design
300-series Land Cruiser on latest LGAA platform
Facelift History
Current H300 generation launched in SA in 2019 – major redesign from rear-engine layout
New generation introduced in 2021 with complete redesign
Facelift Launched Since
2019
2021
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Van
SUV
Color Note
White, Silver
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Dark Blue, Bronze
Dealer Stock Note
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Van
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2080 kg
2430 kg
Vehicle Type
Van
SUV
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Length
5380 mm
4985 mm
Width
1880 mm
1980 mm
Height
2285 mm
1910 mm
Wheelbase
2985 mm
2850 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
175 mm
235 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
110 l
Boot/Cargo Space
5200 l
309 l
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
2430 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3500 kg
3300 kg
Payload Capacity
1420 kg
870 kg
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.5 m
6 m
Front Headroom
992 mm
1010 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
957 mm
Front Legroom
1032 mm
1105 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
900 mm
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1675 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1675 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Double Wishbone with KDSS
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Lateral Rod with KDSS
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Power Rack and Pinion
Steering Column
Tilt
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
Double Wishbone with KDSS
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring
Lateral Rod with KDSS
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Double Wishbone with KDSS
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring
Lateral Rod with KDSS
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring
Lateral Rod with KDSS
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Double Wishbone with KDSS
Chassis Type
-
Ladder Frame
Chassis Material
-
Ladder Frame
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual AC
Quad-Zone Automatic
Power Windows
Front Only
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Power
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
5200 l
309 l
AC Type
Manual AC
Quad-Zone Automatic
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual AC
Quad-Zone Automatic
Electric Folding Mirrors
Front Only
All Doors
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Standard
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
Not Applicable
Front Armrest
Not Available
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5
10.6
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Standard
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Front Only
All Doors
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Rear Seat Split
Standard
60/40 Split
Rear Wing
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Fabric
Premium Leather
Spare Wheel
Full-Size
Full Size Alloy
Stabilizer Bar
Front
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
Not Available
Standard
Voice Command Support
Not Available
Standard
Accelerator 0 100
18.0 sec
7.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Quad-Zone Automatic
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Bottle Holders
Standard
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Not Available
Standard
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Diff Lock
Not Available
Centre + Rear Lock
Difflock
Not Available
Centre + Rear Lock
Digital Speedometer
Not Available
12.3-inch Full Digital
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
Smart Entry
Lift Gate
Not Available
Power
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Manual AC
Quad-Zone Automatic
Mirror
Front Only
All Doors
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
Smart Entry
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Power
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Smart Entry
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Standard
Sonar
Not Available
Front and Rear
Sound System
2
15
Source Model Column
hiace
land-cruiser-300
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Front
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Not Available
Standard
Trim Level
base
flagship
Unlocking
Not Available
Smart Entry
Variant Role
Commercial utility derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Standard
Standard with KDSS
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Smart Entry
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
Smart Entry
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Standard
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Standard
Rim Size
Not Available
21-inch Premium Alloy
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sub Frame
-
Ladder Frame
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
3.3-litre Twin Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2494 cc
3346 cc
Cylinders
4
6
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
24
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Twin Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
15.4:1
Bore
82.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
75 kW
227 kW
Maximum Torque
260 Nm
700 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
RWD
4WD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
10-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
150 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
18.0 sec
7.5 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
36.1 kW/tonne
93.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
125 Nm/tonne
288.1 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FR
Full-Time 4WD with Crawl Control
LSD Available
No
Torsen LSD
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Multi-Terrain Select
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Centre + Rear Lock
Paddle Shifters
No
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Manual
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD/
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Standard
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Manual
10-Speed Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
RWD
4WD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
5
4
Engine Position
-
Front Longitudinal
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
9.4 km/l
City Mileage
10.0 km/l
8.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
11.5 km/l
10 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
110 l
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Standard
Real-world Mileage
11.8 km/l
9.4 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
70
110
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Airbags
2
10
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard with KDSS
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Crawl Control
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
2
10
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
2
10
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard with KDSS
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
10
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
10
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Standard with KDSS
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
Parking Sensor
Not Available
Front and Rear
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Not Available
Standard
Reversing Camera
Not Available
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Seat Material
Fabric
Premium Leather
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Electric 12-Way
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Front and Second Row
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Front
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Power Rack and Pinion
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Multi-colour
Folding Rear Seats
Standard
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
Not Available
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
Standard
-
Rear USB Ports
1
4
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Not Available
12.3-inch Full Digital
Interior Colour Options
2
6
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
60/40 Split
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Electric 12-Way
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Electric 12-Way
Fabric Seats
Fabric
Premium Leather
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Electric 10-Way
Armrest Front
Not Available
Standard
Driver Seat
Manual
Electric 12-Way
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Commercial-focused interior, large cargo area, basic but durable fittings
Premium leather interior, 12.3-inch display, digital rear-view mirror, Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
Premium Leather
Interior Colours
2
6
Seat Fold Type
Standard
60/40 Split
Seat Trim
Fabric
Premium Leather
Rear Armrest
-
Standard
Armrest Rear
-
Standard
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Infotainment System
6.8-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless
Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
2
15
Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
12.3-inch Full Digital
USB Ports
1
4
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless
Voice Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
6.8-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
6.8-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen
Rear Usb
1
4
Audio Speakers
2
15
Audio System
2
15
Display Audio
6.8-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
1
4
Infotainment Screen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
Not Available
12.3-inch Full Digital
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Voice Control
Not Available
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
Not Available
Wireless
Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Full LED Adaptive
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Alloy Wheel Design
Not Available
21-inch Premium Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
2
6
Roof Type
Not Available
Standard
Body Type
Van
SUV
DRL
Not Available
LED
Fog Lights
Not Available
LED
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
LED
Led Headlights
Not Available
Full LED Adaptive
Auto Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
2
8
Exterior Mirror Electric
Front Only
All Doors
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Headlamp Levelling
Not Available
Full LED Adaptive
Headlamps
Not Available
Full LED Adaptive
Headlight Type
Not Available
Full LED Adaptive
Headlights
Not Available
Full LED Adaptive
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Approach Angle
Not Available
32 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
24 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
700 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Mud, Sand, Rock, Dirt, Snow
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Centre and Rear
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Four-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Crawl Control
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
175 mm
235 mm
Ground Clearance Min
175 mm
235 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Crawl Control
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Crawl Control
Not Available
-
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Response System
Not Available
-
Underbody Camera
Not Available
-
Underbody Protection
-
Full Steel Plates
Approach Angle Deg
-
32 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
24 deg
Wading Depth Mm
-
700 mm
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Tyre Size
195/75 R16C
265/55 R20
Wheel Type
Not Available
21-inch Premium Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Ventilated Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Full Size Alloy
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
21-inch Premium Alloy
Brake Type Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Ventilated Disc
Spare Tyre
Full-Size
Full Size Alloy
Tyre Type
195/75 R16C
265/55 R20
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Standard
Brakes
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full-Size
Full Size Alloy
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Wheel Material
Not Available
21-inch Premium Alloy
Wheels
Not Available
21-inch Premium Alloy
Wheel Diameter
Not Available
21-inch Premium Alloy
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Battery Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
Not Applicable
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
Optional
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
Optional
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
Optional
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
Optional
Service Interval
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
Approx Service Cost
-
Approx R12,000
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
Service Intervals
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
CO2 Emissions
209 g/km
249 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Diesel
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 4
Euro 5
Idle CO2 Output
209
249
CO2 Emissions G Km
209
249
Start Stop System
-
Standard
Noise Level
-
68 dB
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Real-world City Mileage Min
9.5 l/100km
7 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
12 l/100km
9 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
8.5 l/100km
10 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
10 l/100km
12 l/100km
Owner Review Count
7
12
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 300
Ownership Role
Base
Flagship
Price Zar
680900 ZAR
2149900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
680900
2149900
Starting Price Zar
680900
2149900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Hiace and Land Cruiser 300 comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Hiace 37 vs Land Cruiser 300 95.
Efficiency index: Hiace 48 vs Land Cruiser 300 40.
Safety-equipment index: Hiace 44 vs Land Cruiser 300 99.
Practicality index: Hiace 71 vs Land Cruiser 300 82.
Ownership-cover index: Hiace 43 vs Land Cruiser 300 43.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Land Cruiser 300 leads by 27 points
Land Cruiser 300 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Hiace.
Performance
Land Cruiser 300 +58
Efficiency
Hiace +8
Safety
Land Cruiser 300 +55
Practicality
Land Cruiser 300 +11
Ownership
Level
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Land Cruiser 300
Performance
95/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
82/100
Ownership
43/100
Hiace
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Land Cruiser 300
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 49 pts for Hiace
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Land Cruiser 300 leads. However, Hiace may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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