Head to head
Ford Transit Transit Connect vs Toyota HiAce
The Toyota HiAce carries 185kg more.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Toyota HiAce carries 185kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Transit Connect | Toyota HiAce | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 790kg | 975kg |
| Load length | 1,797mm (L1); 2,150mm (L2) | - |
| Load volume | 3.1m3 (L1); 3.7m3 (L2) | - |
| Engine | - | 2.8-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel (1GD-FTV) |
| Power | - | 177hp |
| Torque | - | 450Nm |
| Seats | - | up to 10 |
| Fuel tank | - | 70 litres |
Sources: Ford Transit Transit Connect, Toyota HiAce. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Transit Connect if...
A compact panel van for tradespeople, couriers and facilities teams who want a small van that still takes two Euro pallets in the long version. It suits hire for tools, parts and light deliveries around town.
Full Transit Connect specifications →Buy or hire the HiAce if...
- you want one that carries 185kg more
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 Transit Connect and the Toyota HiAce?
The Toyota HiAce carries 185kg more. The Ford Transit Transit Connect is a compact panel van in L1 and L2 lengths; the Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
Which carries more, the Ford Transit Transit Connect or the Toyota HiAce?
The Toyota HiAce, by 185kg.
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