Van Diesel 6-Speed Manual FWD 15-seat

Toyota Hiace GD

Price in Uganda, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Uganda 2.8-litre GD passenger-van family, distinct from the separately listed 2.5-litre Hiace variants. Public 14-seat and supplied 15-seat identities require separate build matching. Current version Original current-generation version Body style Passenger van
This 2.8 GD manual passenger configuration needs a fifteen-seat layout that is checked separately from Toyota Uganda's published fourteen-seat Commuter.
UGX 225,000,000
Estimated on-road in
UGX 236,925,000
Estimated fees and insurance; your dealer and insurer may quote differently.
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
UGX 225,000,000
Registration allowance
UGX 200,000
Licensing allowance
UGX 150,000
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
UGX 100,000
Dealer handling / delivery
UGX 1,200,000
Insurance
UGX 10,125,000
Administrative/documentation planning allowance
UGX 150,000

Comprehensive planning estimate: 4.50% of the vehicle price.

Uses a VAT-inclusive vehicle price and fees; VAT is not added again.

Excludes finance interest; optional accessories; extended warranty; exceptional delivery.

Fee inputs dated 2026-10-08. Registration and licensing allowances are not necessarily city-specific; delivery costs can differ.

Commercial passenger vans; gross vehicle weight 0–3500 kg; 2–15 fitted seats including driver.

Ex-showroom UGX 225,000,000
Estimated finance from UGX 3,958,669/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2755cc (2.8L) Ground Clearance:185mm (7.3″) Boot1000L (35.3 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 12.5 km/l (29 mpg)
City 10.5 km/l (25 mpg)
Highway 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Toyota Hiace GD in Uganda. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
UGX 3,958,669
Total Interest
UGX 57,520,160
Total Payable
UGX 237,520,160
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Toyota Hiace GD

This 2.8 GD manual passenger configuration needs a fifteen-seat layout that is checked separately from Toyota Uganda's published fourteen-seat Commuter.

A fifteen-seat Hiace GD quotation should start with a seating plan, not just a passenger number. This catalogue entry covers the 2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT configuration. Toyota Uganda's current named GD passenger profile is a fourteen-seat ACE Commuter, so its specification cannot automatically establish the layout of a fifteen-seat vehicle. Clarify whether the stated capacity includes the driver, how the seats are arranged and which parts of the passenger body are factory supplied or converted. The engine identity is the 2,755 cc 1GD-FTV diesel, with a six-speed manual transmission in this catalogue configuration. It is separate from the 2.5-litre diesel Hiace Van and Hiace Commuter entries elsewhere in the Uganda range. Matching the engine, transmission and body on every quotation prevents a smaller or differently equipped van from appearing to be an equivalent offer simply because the Hiace name is shared. For an operator, the seating count only becomes useful when people can board, sit and leave comfortably. Walk through the proposed layout, inspect the handholds and steps, and try the rear seats with someone of the height likely to travel there. Check the fitted restraint at every occupied position against the supplied vehicle documentation. A photograph of a similar van is not a substitute for inspecting the actual seat installation. Airport and hotel work add a luggage requirement that a seat count does not answer. Test the arrangement with a representative number of suitcases while keeping the intended passenger seats available. The aisle and exits need to remain usable. Any storage solution should be part of the agreed body installation and loading plan, not a collection of loose bags placed wherever a space appears after passengers board. The driver's working day deserves its own evaluation. A manual van on repeated urban stops places different demands on the driver from a vehicle making fewer long transfers. Try the seat position, clutch and gear selection on a representative demonstration route. Confirm mirror adjustment and the view around the body, including the entrance area where passengers may wait. Toyota Uganda records a 70-litre fuel tank for the GD model, but this does not establish fuel consumption for a fifteen-seat operation. A realistic operating budget needs the actual route, load, idling time and return distance. The final purchase description should bring the complete passenger layout, vehicle identity and support terms together. This fifteen-seat GD manual is UGX 225,000,000 ex-showroom. The 2.5-litre 15-seat DLX is UGX 35,400,000 less, but the two need a body-and-layout comparison rather than a price-per-seat ranking. A route requiring a particular luggage arrangement or boarding layout should be assessed with the supplied vehicle in front of you.

Toyota Hiace GD — Quick Facts

Toyota Hiace GD Variants & Prices

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2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT Standard Diesel Efficiency12.5 km/l 6-Speed Manual UGX 225,000,000
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2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT Standard Diesel Efficiency12.5 km/l 6-Speed Manual UGX 225,000,000
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Toyota Hiace GD Specifications

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Vehicle Type
Minibus
Model Year
2026
Body Style
Passenger van
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Model Introduced Year
2023
Generation
Uganda 2.8-litre GD passenger-van family, distinct from the separately listed 2.5-litre Hiace variants. Public 14-seat and supplied 15-seat identities require separate build matching.
Facelift History
No local facelift confirmed
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Segment
Light commercial passenger vehicle
Production Status
active
Length
5915 mm
Width
1950 mm
Height
2280 mm
Wheelbase
3860 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
185 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1000 l
Kerb Weight
2350 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3500 kg
Payload Capacity
1150 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
Seating Capacity
15 seats
Number of Rows
Not Officially Disclosed
Doors
Not Officially Disclosed
Minimum Turning Radius
7.9 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
1GD-FTV
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2755 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
15.6:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
11.0 sec
Quarter Mile
18.0 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Yes
Rev Limiter
6000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Engagement
Electronic selectable 4WD
Drivetrain
FWD
Transfer Case
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Officially Disclosed
LSD Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Gearbox
6-Speed Manual
Clutch Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Type
Manual
Number of Gears
6
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Axle Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Speeds
6
Gearbox Type
Manual
Front Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
Fuel Tank Litres
70
Claimed Mileage
12.5 km/l
City Mileage
10.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.5 km/l
Emission Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Highway
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
11.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
EBD
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Hill Hold
Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Knee Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Start Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Traction Control
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Immobiliser
Not Officially Disclosed
Side Airbags
Not Officially Disclosed
Stability Control
Yes
TCS
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
Airbags
2
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
AEB
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Descent Control
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
Not Officially Disclosed
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
BA
Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Departure Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
360 Degree Camera
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear View Camera
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Keep Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Wipers
Not Officially Disclosed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Cruise Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Reverse Camera
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Park Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Forward Collision Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Seat Trim
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual multi-way adjustment
60 40 Split Seat
Not Officially Disclosed
Seat Material
Fabric
Steering Wheel Material
Not Officially Disclosed
Ambient Lighting
Not Officially Disclosed
Ventilated Seats
Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual multi-way adjustment
Heated Seats
Not Officially Disclosed
Wireless Charging
No
Push Button Start
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Keyless Entry
Not Officially Disclosed
Power Windows
Not Officially Disclosed
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Sunroof
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Officially Disclosed
Infotainment System
Not Officially Disclosed
Apple CarPlay
Not Officially Disclosed
Android Auto
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Speakers
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch
USB Ports
2
Infotainment Screen
8-inch
Touchscreen
Not Officially Disclosed
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Officially Disclosed
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Officially Disclosed
Fog Lamps
Not Officially Disclosed
Roof Rails
Not Officially Disclosed
Exterior Colour Options
Not Officially Disclosed
LED Headlamps
Not Officially Disclosed
Headlights
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
25 deg
Breakover Angle
22 deg
Locking Differential
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Eco; Normal; Sport; Mud; Sand; Rock
Wading Depth
700 mm
Approach Angle
29 deg
4WD System Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch
Spare Wheel Type
Full-size spare
Handbrake Type
Disc
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Tyre Size
265/60 R18
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Service Plan
Dealer maintenance package available
Warranty
3 years / 100000 km
CO2 Emissions
Not Officially Disclosed
Ownership Role
Commercial passenger
Pricing Role
Ex-showroom price in UGX

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Country Slug
uganda
Model
Hiace GD
Market
Uganda
Brand
Toyota
Brand Slug
toyota
Make
Toyota
Country
Uganda
Variant
2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT
Source URL
https://www.toyota.co.ug/en/vehicles/toyota-uganda/Hiace-GD
Source Page URL
https://www.toyota.co.ug/en/vehicles/toyota-uganda/Hiace-GD
Source Name
Toyota Uganda/CFAO model information; user-supplied 15-seat configuration and estimates require exact-build confirmation
OEM URL
https://www.toyota.co.ug/en/vehicles/toyota-uganda/Hiace-GD
Fuel Economy Combined
8.0
Average Fuel Consumption
Not Officially Disclosed
Claimed Fuel Consumption
8.0 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
8.0 l/100km
Combined Consumption
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Consumption L 100km
8.0 l/100km
Price Source
Hagalu Uganda pricing team
Driving fit

Where the Toyota Hiace GD Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

For a passenger operator, organisation or larger household with a genuine need for the proposed seating capacity. It is a vehicle to assess around the service being provided: who boards, what they carry, how long they remain seated and how readily the vehicle can be supported when it is needed for work.

City
Use a boarding stop as part of the demonstration. Check where waiting passengers stand, how they reach the entrance and whether the driver can see the area before moving away. Try repeated low-speed manoeuvres and manual gear changes on a suitable route, because a short empty-vehicle drive may not reflect a full working shift.
Highway
Longer transfers make seat position, ventilation and secure luggage storage especially important. Ask rear passengers to assess their space with the front seats adjusted normally. Schedule journeys with realistic breaks and margins, and establish how the vehicle will be supported away from its usual branch. A diesel engine size does not by itself predict loaded climbing performance.
Off-Road
The Hiace GD should be planned as a passenger-transport vehicle, not treated as a substitute for a dedicated four-wheel drive. Rough entrances and uneven tracks deserve a slow inspection, particularly with passengers and luggage aboard. Consider the turning space and clearance needed to leave again, and choose a different route when the surface or obstacle is uncertain.

Toyota Hiace GD 2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT — Should You Buy It?

The complete passenger installation matters more than the seat-count headline.

This fifteen-seat configuration can only be evaluated properly as a complete delivered vehicle. The engine and manual transmission identify part of the package, but the seating layout, restraints, access and luggage arrangement determine whether it fits the intended service. Keep the current local fourteen-seat profile separate, inspect the actual build and compare quotations on the same capacity and equipment basis.

What's Good
  • ✓2.8-litre GD diesel passenger-vehicle configuration
  • ✓Six-speed manual identity stated clearly
  • ✓Seating and luggage can be assessed around a specific transport duty
  • ✓GD model kept separate from the 2.5-litre Hiace range
Watch Out For
  • ✕Fifteen-seat layout differs from the currently published local fourteen-seat profile
  • ✕Seat count alone does not establish luggage capacity
  • ✕Body installation and conversion responsibilities need definition
  • ✕Manual operation deserves evaluation on a representative working route
  • ✕Fuel-use and loading assumptions need the exact supplied build

Toyota Hiace GD FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Toyota Hiace GD 2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT is USh225,000,000. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current ugandan range comprises 2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Toyota Hiace GD 2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT is 185 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Toyota Hiace GD 2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT is 2755 cc. Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Toyota Hiace GD 2.8 GD 15-Seater 6MT is around 12.5 km/l.

For a passenger operator, organisation or larger household with a genuine need for the proposed seating capacity. It is a vehicle to assess around the service being provided: who boards, what they carry, how long they remain seated and how readily the vehicle can be supported when it is needed...

Use a boarding stop as part of the demonstration. Check where waiting passengers stand, how they reach the entrance and whether the driver can see the area before moving away.

Longer transfers make seat position, ventilation and secure luggage storage especially important. Ask rear passengers to assess their space with the front seats adjusted normally.

Compare the Toyota Hiace GD with the current Toyota range to see how body style, performance, fuel use and practicality differ before choosing the vehicle that fits your needs.

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