A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Toyota Hiace vs Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab: the short answer
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Hiace remains close.
Hiace starts ZAR 25,300 cheaperHiace from ZAR 680,900 · Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab from ZAR 706,200
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Maximum Power
Hiace75 kW
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab202 kW
Maximum Torque
Hiace260 Nm
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab381 Nm
Engine Size
Hiace2494 cc
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab3956 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Hiace11.8 km/l
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab13 km/l
Ground Clearance
Hiace175 mm
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab235 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Toyota Hiace
2.5D Panel Van MT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Hiace
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Specification evidence leader
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Hiace
Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
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Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Model Introduced Year
2019
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
H300 generation – front-engine layout replacing the previous cab-over design
Current South African Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Current H300 generation launched in SA in 2019 – major redesign from rear-engine layout
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2019
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Van
Pickup
Color Note
White, Silver
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Van
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
2080 kg
1850 kg
Vehicle Type
Van
Pickup
Body Type Cab
-
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Length
5380 mm
5275 mm
Width
1880 mm
1855 mm
Height
2285 mm
1855 mm
Wheelbase
2985 mm
3085 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
175 mm
235 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
87 l
Boot/Cargo Space
5200 l
488 l
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
1850 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3500 kg
2800 kg
Payload Capacity
1420 kg
950 kg
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
3 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.5 m
6.4 m
Front Headroom
992 mm
997 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
944 mm
Front Legroom
1032 mm
1037 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
884 mm
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Hydraulic
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front
Front
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual AC
Manual AC
Power Windows
Front Only
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
5200 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Manual AC
Manual AC
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual AC
Manual AC
Electric Folding Mirrors
Front Only
All Doors
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Front Armrest
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5
10.5
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Front Only
All Doors
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
Standard
Not Available
Rear Wing
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Fabric
Vinyl
Spare Wheel
Full-Size
Full-Size
Stabilizer Bar
Front
Front
Telescopic Steering
Tilt
Tilt
Tilt Steering
Tilt
Tilt
Voice Command
Not Available
Standard
Voice Command Support
Not Available
Standard
Accelerator 0 100
18.0 sec
9.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Manual AC
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Bottle Holders
Standard
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Not Available
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Multi-Point EFI
Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Difflock
Not Available
-
Digital Speedometer
Not Available
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Lift Gate
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Manual AC
Manual AC
Mirror
Front Only
All Doors
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Not Available
Sonar
Not Available
Not Available
Sound System
2
4
Source Model Column
hiace
land-cruiser-79-single-cab
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar Front
Front
Front
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Bakkie towing support
TPMS
Not Available
Not Available
Trim Level
base
mid
Unlocking
Not Available
Not Available
Variant Role
Commercial utility derivative
Commercial utility derivative
Vdc
Standard
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Standard
Side Steps
-
Standard/available
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Side Step
-
Standard/available
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Towbar
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Hitch
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2494 cc
3956 cc
Cylinders
4
6
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
24
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
82.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
75 kW
202 kW
Maximum Torque
260 Nm
381 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
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
150 km/h
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
18.0 sec
9.5 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
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
36.1 kW/tonne
109.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
125 Nm/tonne
205.9 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 79 Single Cab
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
FR
4WD Part-Time
LSD Available
No
Standard
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Standard
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
5
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
RWD/
4WD/
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
No
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
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
5
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
13 km/l
City Mileage
10.0 km/l
11.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
11.5 km/l
15.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
87 l
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Euro 4
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
11.8 km/l
13 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
70
87
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 79 Single Cab
Airbags
2
2
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
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
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
2
2
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
2
2
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
2
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
2
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Not Available
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Not Available
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Seat Material
Fabric
Vinyl
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Hydraulic
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
Standard
Not Available
Front Armrest
Not Available
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
Standard
-
Rear USB Ports
1
2
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Not Available
Not Available
Interior Colour Options
2
3
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Fabric Seats
Fabric
Vinyl
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Armrest Front
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Commercial-focused interior, large cargo area, basic but durable fittings
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
Vinyl
Interior Colours
2
3
Seat Fold Type
Standard
Not Available
Seat Trim
Fabric
Vinyl
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Infotainment System
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
2
4
Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
USB Ports
1
2
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Voice Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
1
2
Audio Speakers
2
4
Audio System
2
4
Display Audio
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
1
2
Infotainment Screen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
Not Available
Not Available
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Voice Control
Not Available
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
Not Available
Not Available
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Standard
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
2
3
Roof Type
Not Available
Not Available
Body Type
Van
Pickup
DRL
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lights
Not Available
Standard
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
Standard
Led Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Auto Headlights
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
2
6
Exterior Mirror Electric
Front Only
All Doors
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Headlamp Levelling
Not Available
Standard
Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Headlight Type
Not Available
Standard
Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Four-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
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
Standard
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
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Tyre Size
195/75 R16C
265/70 R16
Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Full-Size
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Disc
Disc
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Drum
Spare Tyre
Full-Size
Full-Size
Tyre Type
195/75 R16C
265/70 R16
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Not Available
Brakes
Disc
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full-Size
Full-Size
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Material
Not Available
Not Available
Wheels
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Battery Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
5 Years / 90,000 km
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
5 Years / 90,000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
5 Years / 90,000 km
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
5 Years / 90,000 km
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
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
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
CO2 Emissions
209 g/km
276 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Petrol
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 4
Euro 4
Idle CO2 Output
209
276
CO2 Emissions G Km
209
276
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Real-world City Mileage Min
9.5 l/100km
14 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
12 l/100km
17 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
8.5 l/100km
11 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
10 l/100km
13 l/100km
Owner Review Count
7
5
Spec
Hiace
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Ownership Role
Base
Mid
Price Zar
680900 ZAR
780000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
680900
780000
Starting Price Zar
680900
780000
In depth: how these cars differ
This Hiace and Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 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 79 Single Cab 78.
Efficiency index: Hiace 48 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 49.
Safety-equipment index: Hiace 44 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 50.
Practicality index: Hiace 71 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 78.
Ownership-cover index: Hiace 43 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 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 79 Single Cab leads by 13 points
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Hiace remains close.
Performance
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab +41
Efficiency
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab +1
Safety
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab +6
Practicality
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab +7
Ownership
Level
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Performance
78/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
50/100
Practicality
78/100
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 79 Single Cab
leads the specification evidence index with 62 pts
vs 49 pts for Hiace
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 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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