Head to head
Ford Transit Custom DCIV vs Toyota HiAce
The Ford Transit Custom DCIV is a double cab in van, crew van/pickup body on the transit custom. The Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Custom DCIV | Toyota HiAce | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel, 77-136kW, with mild hybrid option | 2.8-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel (1GD-FTV) |
| Cargo volume | 5.7-8.2m3 (standard van) | - |
| Gross weight | 2,600-3,400kg | - |
| Power | - | 177hp |
| Torque | - | 450Nm |
| Seats | - | up to 10 |
| Payload | - | 975kg |
| Fuel tank | - | 70 litres |
Sources: Ford Transit Custom DCIV, Toyota HiAce. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Transit Custom DCIV if...
A crew van body that carries a work gang plus tools and materials behind a second row of seats, at the cost of some load space compared with a standard panel van. It suits trade and plant hire fleets moving small teams to site together.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
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 Ford Transit Custom DCIV and the Toyota HiAce?
The Ford Transit Custom DCIV is a double cab in van, crew van/pickup body on the Transit Custom; the Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
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