Head to head
Ford Transit Luton (with tail-lift) vs Toyota HiAce
The Ford Transit Luton (with tail-lift) is a ford transit-based luton box conversion with tail-lift, as offered for self-drive hire for removals work.. The Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Luton (with tail-lift) | Toyota HiAce | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 800-1200 kg | 975kg |
| Load volume | approx. 18 m3 | - |
| Internal load length | 4.0 m | - |
| Internal load width | 2.2 m | - |
| Internal load height | 2.2 m | - |
| Engine | - | 2.8-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel (1GD-FTV) |
| Power | - | 177hp |
| Torque | - | 450Nm |
| Seats | - | up to 10 |
| Fuel tank | - | 70 litres |
Sources: Ford Transit Luton (with tail-lift), Toyota HiAce. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Luton (with tail-lift) if...
The Luton box conversion is the go-to hire choice for house moves needing maximum box volume and a tail-lift, at the cost of the payload lost to the heavier box body.
Listed by
- Paddington Removals Ltd - London
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 Luton (with tail-lift) and the Toyota HiAce?
The Ford Transit Luton (with tail-lift) is a ford Transit-based Luton box conversion with tail-lift, as offered for self-drive hire for removals work.; the Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
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