Toyota HiAce
2019-present
Payload: 1050 kgGVWR: 3300 kgRWD
Interior dimensions
Measurements for LWB (long wheelbase — the most common for camper conversions)
| Cargo length | 3300 mm |
| Cargo width | 1545 mm |
| Cargo height | 1375 mm |
| Usable width | 1340 mm |
| Door width | 1365 mm |
| Door height | 1250 mm |
Recommended layouts
Outback Tourer
Fixed bed with storage garage below + compact kitchen + pop-top roof
Overlanders exploring remote areas who need Toyota reliability
Coastal Cruiser
Fold-out bed + slide-out kitchen at rear door + roof rack with solar
Beach and surf travelers who spend most time outdoors
Long-Distance Traveler
Elevated bed platform + under-bed water tanks + galley kitchen + large pantry
Long-term travelers who need fuel efficiency and self-sufficiency
Estimated budget
Basic
$5,000
Bed platform, basic insulation, 12V electrical, portable kitchen
Standard
$15,000
Custom cabinets, solar, water system, pop-top, heater
Premium
$40,000
Full professional conversion with pop-top, bathroom, lithium, premium
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Toyota reliability is legendary — the engine will outlast the body
- Diesel option offers excellent fuel economy for long-distance travel
- Extremely popular in Australia, NZ, and Asia — huge parts availability
- Strong and simple mechanicals — easy to repair anywhere in the world
- Good cargo length (3300mm) provides ample space for a complete build
Cons
- Not sold new in the US — requires import or buying in overseas markets
- Low roof height limits livability without a pop-top conversion
- Narrower than European competitors like Sprinter or Transit
- Rear-wheel drive only — no AWD option from factory
- Basic interior trim and limited comfort features compared to European vans
Compatible components
lithium-batterysolar-panel-200wdiesel-heatercompressor-fridgeportable-toilet