Head to head
Bentley S3 vs Toyota HiAce
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965. The Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley S3 | Toyota HiAce | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6,230cc V8, pushrod overhead valves | 2.8-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel (1GD-FTV) |
| Power | 215hp at 4,000rpm | 177hp |
| Top speed | 115mph | - |
| Years produced | 1962-1965 | - |
| Body styles | 4-door saloon, 2-door coupe, 2-door drophead coupe | - |
| Torque | - | 450Nm |
| Seats | - | up to 10 |
| Payload | - | 975kg |
| Fuel tank | - | 70 litres |
Sources: Bentley S3, Toyota HiAce. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S3 if...
The last of Bentley's separate-chassis S-series saloons, and the first Bentley with a V8 engine. Wedding and chauffeur hire firms use it for its formal, old-money look rather than performance.
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Buy or hire the HiAce if...
Toyota's long-running commuter van, converted by UK operators into a chauffeured minibus rather than sold to private buyers. Its 10-seat capacity and diesel range suit airport transfers and group chauffeur work more than everyday van hire.
Listed by
- Safe Solo Ltd - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley S3 and the Toyota HiAce?
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965; the Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
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