Source type: Toyota South Africa published model specification data
Toyota Hiace vs Toyota Quantum
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.
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Toyota Quantum
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Toyota Hiace
2.5D Panel Van MT
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 680,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 75 kW
🔧 260 Nm
⛽ 11.8 km/l
VS
Toyota Quantum
Quantum 2.8 LWB 11-Seater
Diesel
6-Speed Manual
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ZAR 862,700
last listed
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⚡ 130 kW
🔧 420 Nm
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Decision summary
Toyota Hiace vs Toyota Quantum: the short answer
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Recorded price context
Hiace:
current from
ZAR 680,900
·
Quantum:
last listed from
ZAR 862,700
Five key differences
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| Specification | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Hiace75 kW | Quantum130 kW @ 3400 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Hiace260 Nm | Quantum420 Nm @ 1400-2600 rpm |
| Engine Size | Hiace2494 cc | QuantumNot Officially Disclosed |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Hiace11.8 km/l | QuantumNot Officially Disclosed |
| Ground Clearance | Hiace175 mm | QuantumNot Officially Disclosed |
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Source type: Toyota South Africa Quantum GL Bus specification, 2021
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2019 | 2021 |
| Generation | H300 generation – front-engine layout replacing the previous cab-over design | Quantum GL Bus, 2021 South African specification |
| Facelift History | Current H300 generation launched in SA in 2019 – major redesign from rear-engine layout | 2021 South African Quantum GL Bus specification retained as a historical reference |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2019 | 2021 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | 2021 |
| Body Style | Van | Bus |
| Color Note | White, Silver | Not confirmed |
| Dealer Stock Note | Base grade in the South Africa lineup | Not confirmed |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2021 |
| Production Status | active | discontinued |
| Segment | Van | Passenger Van |
| Tare Mass Kg | 2080 kg | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Van |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5380 mm | 5265 mm |
| Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Height | 2285 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2985 mm | 3210 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 175 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 125 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 l | 70 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 5200 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Kerb Weight | 2080 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 3445 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1420 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 11 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Doors | 5 doors | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.5 m | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Headroom | 992 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 1032 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Rear Track Width | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Leaf spring |
| Power Steering | Hydraulic | Not confirmed |
| Steering Column | Tilt | Not confirmed |
| Front Spring Type | MacPherson Strut | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | Not confirmed |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Front | Not confirmed |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Axle Type | Leaf Spring | Not confirmed |
| Rear Suspension Type | Leaf Spring | Leaf spring |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Air conditioning |
| Power Windows | Front Only | Standard |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Remote central locking |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 5200 l | Not confirmed |
| AC Type | Manual AC | Air conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Climate Zones | Manual AC | Not confirmed |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Front Only | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Front Armrest | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 8.5 | Not confirmed |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Power Mirrors | Front Only | Not confirmed |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Seat Split | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Rear Wing | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Seat Type | Fabric | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size | Standard spare wheel |
| Stabilizer Bar | Front | Not confirmed |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt | Not confirmed |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command Support | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 18.0 sec | Not confirmed |
| Air Conditioning | Manual AC | Air conditioning |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bottle Holders | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Centre Console | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Common Rail Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection | Not confirmed |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Difflock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Digital Speedometer | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Lift Gate | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Manual Aircon | Manual AC | Not confirmed |
| Mirror | Front Only | Not confirmed |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Passive Entry Start | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Powered Tailgate | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Remote Central Locking | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sonar | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sound System | 2 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | hiace | Not confirmed |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Front | Not confirmed |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| TPMS | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Trim Level | base | Not confirmed |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Remote central locking |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | Not confirmed |
| Vdc | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | Market-specific engine family | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2494 cc | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Cylinders | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 16 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Common Rail Direct Injection | Diesel |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 82.0 mm | 92.0 mm |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Maximum Power | 75 kW | 130 kW @ 3400 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 260 Nm | 420 Nm @ 1400-2600 rpm |
| 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 | RWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 0-100 km/h | 18.0 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | 15.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Comfort, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 4800 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 36.1 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 125 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | FR | Front-engine rear-wheel drive |
| LSD Available | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Type | 5-Speed Manual | Manual lever |
| Drivetrain | RWD/ | RWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| 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 | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | RWD | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 6 |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 11.8 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| City Mileage | 10.0 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Highway Mileage | 11.5 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 l | 70 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Real-world Mileage | 11.8 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 70 | 70 |
| 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 | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 2 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Vehicle Stability Control |
| Traction Control | Standard | Trailer Sway Control |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Available | 2 ISOFIX points |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Central Locking | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Airbag | 2 | Standard |
| EBD | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | 2 | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stability Control | Standard | Vehicle Stability Control |
| TCS | Standard | Trailer Sway Control |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 2 | Not confirmed |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear View Camera | Not Available | Standard with guidelines |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Lights | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| EV Mode | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Reverse Camera | Not Available | Standard with guidelines |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Parking Sensor | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Pre-Collision System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear View Camera | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Reversing Camera | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Fabric | Fabric |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Steering Type | Hydraulic | Not confirmed |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt | Not confirmed |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Folding Rear Seats | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Front Armrest | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Cup Holders | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Rear USB Ports | 1 | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Applicable | Urethane |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | Not confirmed |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual | Manual vertical adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | Fabric | Not confirmed |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual | Manual recline |
| Armrest Front | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial-focused interior, large cargo area, basic but durable fittings | Not confirmed |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Fabric | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colours | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Seat Fold Type | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Seat Trim | Fabric | Fabric |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 6.8-inch Touchscreen | Display Audio |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Standard |
| Android Auto | Not Available | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Applicable | Multi-information display |
| USB Ports | 1 | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Available | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 6.8-inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Infotainment Display | 6.8-inch Touchscreen | Not confirmed |
| Rear Usb | 1 | Not confirmed |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 6 |
| Audio System | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Display Audio | 6.8-inch Touchscreen | Not confirmed |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 1 | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment Screen | 6.8-inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Multi Information Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Connected Services | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Voice Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Touchscreen | 6.8-inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Available | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Colour Options | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Roof Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Body Type | Van | Not confirmed |
| DRL | Not Available | LED |
| Fog Lights | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Fog Lights | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Led Headlights | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Headlights | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Available | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Colour Options | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Front Only | Not confirmed |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Headlamps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Headlight Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Headlights | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Available | 15.2 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Available | 15.4 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Ground Clearance Max | 175 mm | Not confirmed |
| Ground Clearance Min | 175 mm | Not confirmed |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195/75 R16C | 235/65 R16C |
| Wheel Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size | Standard spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | Not Available | 16 |
| Brake Type Front | Disc | Not confirmed |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Not confirmed |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size | Standard spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | 195/75 R16C | Not confirmed |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Brakes | Disc | Not confirmed |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wheel Material | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Wheels | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Maintenance Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 9 services / 90 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 9 services / 90 000 km |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 9 services / 90 000 km |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Not confirmed |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years / 100 000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | 3 years / 100 000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 209 g/km | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Diesel | Not confirmed |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 4 | Not confirmed |
| Idle CO2 Output | 209 | Not confirmed |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 209 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 9.5 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 12 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 8.5 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 10 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Owner Review Count | 7 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Hiace | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Base | Historical passenger-transport reference |
| Price Zar | 680900 ZAR | 862700 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Historical listed price |
| Starting Price | 680900 | 862700 |
| Starting Price Zar | 680900 | 862700 |
In depth: how these cars differ
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Hiace vs Quantum questions
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.