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Toyota Hiace vs Toyota Innova Zenix

Toyota Innova Zenix

Toyota Innova Zenix

Verdict

On paper these two are closely matched — the differences come down to equipment and taste, so check the spec rows below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 169,000RM 165,000
Body typeCommercialMPV
SegmentCommercialD-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing4-cylinder inline, 16 valve DOHC, Toyota Dynamic Force Direct Injection
Capacity2,755 cc1,987 cc
Horsepower175 hp174 hp
Torque450 Nm205 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInlineInline
Timing TypeChainChain
FuelDieselPetrol
Bore92 mm80.5 mm
Compression Ratio15.613
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticCVT Automatic
Transmission Name6 Speed Sequential Automatic10-speed Direct Shift CVT with Sequential Shiftmatic
Gears610
Transmission ManufacturerToyotaAisin
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Dimensions
Length5,915 mm4,760 mm
Width1,950 mm1,850 mm
Height2,280 mm1,795 mm
Wheelbase3,860 mm2,850 mm
Weight2,550 kg1,595 kg
Fuel Tank70 litres52 litres
Doors44
Seats108
Boot Space239 litres
Front Tyre235/65R16C225/50R18
Rear Tyre235/65R16C225/50R18
Spare TyreFull-size 16" Steel 205/65R16 Tyre
Chassis
AssemblyAfghanistan (CBU)Indonesia (CBU)
ChassisLadder-frameUnibody
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionLeaf SpringTorsion Beam
Front Wheels16" Steel18" Alloy
Rear Wheels16" Steel18" Alloy
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesVentilated DiscSolid Disc
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Driver's KneeDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts10 Three-point8 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on two outer middle passenger seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection
Lane-keeping AssistNoSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsFront Seats Only
Lighting
HeadlampsHalogen ReflectorAutomatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam
TaillampsNormal BulbLED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual Adjustable8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat
Rear SeatsManual recline60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row
Front Air-conManual Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control System
Rear Air-conRear Vents with BlowerRear Vents with Blower Control
Power Sockets1 Front1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front Cig Socket, 2 Middle Row USB-C, 1 Rear Row Cig Socket
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio7" Infotainment Touchscreen with 2 Speakers10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartManual KeyKeyless Push Button
LocksRemote Control ActivationKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist
Tiptronic
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationManual OperationPowered boot
Parking Sensor Front2 Sensors2 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, with 360-degree Camera
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterBacklit AnalogueElectroluminescent Analogue
Parking BrakeHandbrakeElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 1,248RM 435

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

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