Head to head
Poseidon Blu Water 170 vs Toyota HiAce
The Poseidon Blu Water 170 is a small centre-console day boat for leisure use, fishing or beach hopping. The Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Poseidon Blu Water 170 | Toyota HiAce | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 60 litre integral tank | 70 litres |
| Length | 5.10m | - |
| Beam | 2.17m | - |
| Weight | 500kg | - |
| Passenger capacity | 7 | - |
| Standard outboard | Honda BF50 LRTU (30-80HP range) | - |
| Engine | - | 2.8-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel (1GD-FTV) |
| Power | - | 177hp |
| Torque | - | 450Nm |
| Seats | - | up to 10 |
| Payload | - | 975kg |
Sources: Poseidon Blu Water 170, Toyota HiAce. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Blu Water 170 if...
A compact five-metre day boat aimed at buyers wanting a simple, towable boat for fishing or pottering along the coast. It is sold with a Honda outboard already fitted and can take a bigger engine if more speed is wanted.
Listed by
- Boatsmart - Southampton, Swanwick
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 Poseidon Blu Water 170 and the Toyota HiAce?
The Poseidon Blu Water 170 is a small centre-console day boat for leisure use, fishing or beach hopping; the Toyota HiAce is a commuter and chauffeur minibus van, diesel.
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