Head to head
Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter vs Toyota HiAce
The Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter is a battery-electric version of the sprinter large van, offered with 81kwh or 113kwh batteries.. The Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter | Toyota HiAce | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 563-570 kg (L2, 3.5t, 81kWh); 1197 kg (L2, 4.15t); 414-421 kg (L3, 3.5t, 81kWh); 1148 kg (L3, 4.25t, 81kWh); 920-927 kg (L3, 4.25t, 113kWh) | 975kg |
| Load volume | 9 m3 (L2); 14 m3 (L3) | - |
| Gross weight | up to 4250 kg | - |
| Towing capacity | up to 2000 kg | - |
| Engine | - | 2.8-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel (1GD-FTV) |
| Power | - | 177hp |
| Torque | - | 450Nm |
| Seats | - | up to 10 |
| Fuel tank | - | 70 litres |
Sources: Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter, Toyota HiAce. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the eSprinter if...
The eSprinter trades payload for range and battery size, so fleets running it for last-mile and urban delivery routes typically spec the heavier 4.15-4.25t GVW derivatives to recover payload lost to the battery pack.
Full eSprinter specifications →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.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter and the Toyota HiAce?
The Mercedes Sprinter eSprinter is a battery-electric version of the Sprinter large van, offered with 81kWh or 113kWh batteries.; the Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
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