Reviews of Toyota Hiace Rating: 3.8 out of 5 15 reviews found

According to consumer demand, manufacturers change the supporting structure of their cars every year. This has led to the fact that frame SUVs are becoming a rarity today. » src=»https://moj-vnedorozhnik.ru/sites/all/modules/wysiwyg/plugins/break/images/spacer.gif» title=» » />However, this endangered species still has gunpowder and it is ready to give a comparative fight to more modern designs. One of the world's leading companies, Toyota, shares the same opinion.

1KZ-TE turbo

The 1KZ four-cylinder in-line turbodiesel was released 6 years before the Grand Hiace itself went on sale, back in 1993. The cast iron cylinder block of this power unit was equipped with two balancer shafts, the main function of which was to balance the forces affecting the vibration of the unit. A crankshaft with a piston stroke of 103 mm was installed inside the 3-liter engine.

Toyota Grand Hiace

One camshaft was installed under the 1KZ-TE aluminum cylinder head. There were a pair of valves per cylinder, the diameters of which were 42.5 and 37 mm (intake and exhaust, respectively). The thickness of the valve stem is 8 mm.

The drive of the 1KZ-TE gas distribution mechanism used a toothed belt, and if it broke while the engine was running, if the mileage exceeded 100 thousand km, the valves would inevitably bend.

Engine Toyota Grand Hiace 1KZ-TE

The power output of the 1KZ-TE was 130 hp. at 3600 rpm, and its torque was 332 Nm at 2000 rpm. The version with an intercooler demonstrated a power of 140 hp. A similar version of the diesel unit with an electronic accelerator already produced 145 hp. at 3600 rpm, and its torque was 343 Nm at 2000 rpm. First of all, all this was achieved thanks to a turbine from Toyota – CT12B with a pressure of 0.8 bar.

In 2006, the 1KZ-TE diesel power units were replaced by the 1KD series internal combustion engines.

Toyota Hiace - overview of technical characteristics

Toyota Hiace has gained popularity all over the world as a vehicle for transporting people and not very large loads. The price-quality ratio in this car attracts the attention of many who transport goods or passengers.

Varieties of the Toyota Hiace model

The minibus is available in three versions:

• — passenger;
• - station wagon;
• — cargo.

The complete set of Toyota Hiace includes triple sunroof, automatic door closer, dual air conditioning system, electric curtains, etc. The car has quite comfortable seats that can easily be folded into a place to sleep, which is sometimes convenient for traveling long distances. There are cars that have side doors on both sides.

Seats can be from 7 to 10.

Toyota Hiace - technical specifications

• The engine range is represented by petrol and diesel models with a volume of 2 to 3 liters. The following are used as gasoline engines:
• — 1RZ, which has a power of 100 horsepower with a volume of 2 liters;
• — 1RZ, equipped with electronic injection with a capacity of 111 horsepower;
• — 2RZ, which has a power of 121 horsepower, increased by increasing engine capacity to 2.4 liters;
• - 1TR-FE, with a power of 135 horsepower.
• Diesel engines also have their own model line, and are:
• — 2L, 85 horsepower with a volume of 2.4 liters;

1. — 2L-T, 90 horsepower, equipped with a turbine;
2. — 2L-TE, like 2L-T, has a turbocharger with a capacity of 98 horsepower;
3. — 3L, with a volume of 2.8 liters, later replaced by a more powerful 5L, with a volume of 3 liters;
4. - 1KZ-TE, which is the most powerful engine with 130 horsepower.

Fuel consumption of Toyota Hiace

depends on engine power. Toyota Hiace is equipped with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. The standard wheelbase of the minibus is 2330 millimeters, and extended models reach 2890 millimeters.

Maneuverability with a regular base is quite good, but the extended models have a turning radius of 5.8 meters. Toyota Hiace in all-wheel drive version comes in two types. PartTime 4WD, which has a rigidly coupled front-wheel drive that does not have a center differential.

FullTime 4WD permanent drive and symmetrical differential

Beginning in 1996, manufacturers began introducing anti-lock brakes, airbags and child seat anchors as standard. Since 2003, Toyota Hiace began to be equipped with seat belt tensioners.

With the advent of a large number of minibuses, in particular those made in Korea, the popularity of Toyota Hiace began to decline.

But, due to the resource built into it and high reliability, it is still in good demand. It can become an indispensable friend, capable of performing various functions related to transportation, and unlike its Korean and Chinese counterparts, its reliability, quality and convenience for both the driver and passengers are time-tested.

Source: https://mymirtoyota.ru/tojota-hajs-toyota-hiace-obzor-tehnicheskih.html

5VZ-FE

The next 3.4-liter power plant designed for Toyota SUVs was developed on the basis of the 3VZ-E unit and began production in 1995. The 5VZ-FE received the cylinder block from its predecessor, but the cylinders themselves were increased in diameter to 93.5 mm. Completely new pistons were also installed. Innovations in the 5VZ-FE made it possible to achieve a larger displacement and optimize the engine mainly for commercial vehicles.

Engine Toyota Grand Hiace 5VZ-FE

The 5VZ used a new cylinder head with two lower camshafts modified after the 3VZ-FE. In addition, a new timing belt was installed in the 5VZ-FE. Also on the 5VZ they installed a modified cooling system fan and used a heat exchanger. The intake manifold is longer than on the 3VZ. The release was also improved. The ignition system has undergone changes.

Production of 5VZ power units was completely stopped in 2004.

Toyota SUVs

One of the leaders on the market are Toyota frame SUVs, the list of which amazes everyone:

• Land Crusier Prado (150)
• Land Cruiser (200)
• Hilux
• Tundra
• Sequoia
• FJ Cruiser
• Fortuner
• 4Runner

Perhaps these are all the best frame SUVs from this manufacturer, each of which is worthy of attention despite the large number of differences between them.

Pros and cons of Toyota Grand Hiace engines

If 1KZ-TE engines are not overheated, their service life will be very long. With proper care, these units can serve faithfully for more than half a million kilometers.

Frequent overheating of the 1KZ-TE usually occurs due to a clogged radiator, a malfunctioning viscous coupling, or a failed thermostat or pump. The appearance of a crack in the cylinder head, which is also not uncommon, is usually indicated by the appearance of bubbles in the expansion tank. In general, a broken cylinder head on a 1KZ-TE is the most common thing, and in this case only one treatment is possible - installing a working cylinder head.

Toyota Grand Hiace 2001

As for the negative aspects of Toyota 5VZ units, we can say that the main diseases of these engines are similar to units of the 3VZ series, although problems with the head gasket are less common, and the engine itself is considered more reliable. In addition to the Toyota Grand Hiace, 5VZ-FE can also be found on GAZ Volga cars.

Reviews of Toyota Hiace Rating: 3.8 out of 5 15 reviews found

26.02.2014
I have owned Hays for half a year now and am ready to share my impressions and leave a review about this car.

Start over. Before him there was a 93-year-old Pajero petrol, three-liter, five-door, I can’t say anything bad about the car... big, prominent, passable, strong, roomy, and as simple as a rake, I always did everything in it myself. I did everything in it for myself... sizing with Shumkov, powerful music, well, in general, all these gadgets for convenience, and also shook up the entire suspension from start to finish.

But the years still took their toll, problems began, first small, and then significant and hitting the pocket, and very hard (after all, Mitsubishi is too expensive for everything on it, and you won’t find much in Irkutsk)..., starting from rotting. bodywork, ending with engine problems. And then one sunny summer day, by a joint family decision, it was decided to sell Pudge and buy something else, wrote an ad, put it up for 280 thousand rubles.

Ipsum, Surf, Prado, Hayes, Town, Noah were considered for exchange... and the like, with an additional payment of course on my part. And so, leafing through advertisements for the sale of these cars and offering exchanges, I came across this Hayes, called, made an appointment to see the cars, and so my friend and I arrived, the first impressions were very positive: a smooth body, a whole interior, a clean, smooth-running 1KZ engine that does not smoke, rich Super Custom G equipment, beautiful casting, although the tires are all different, three hatches, two of them electric, there are even body kits... In general, everything is in place, well, of course there are small things, after all, the car is also not from the showroom. In general, we liked the car in all respects, and the owner agreed to an exchange with an additional payment, which I expected, then we didn’t even look at other options, I don’t think we could have found a better one... the next day the whole family went to him for an exchange, everything was formalized , paid extra, shook hands and left.

We are driving... you sit high, even higher than in a jeep. :)) You can immediately feel the thrust of a diesel engine, it is immediately different from gasoline, it accelerates faster, the turbine blows. I'm driving as happy as an elephant. :) During the first month of operation, I changed the oil in the engine, and so on some consumables. Since the car had previously been driven mainly in the suburbs, the bronze bushings in the front wheel hubs were worn out, I bought 1700 parts, replaced it myself in the garage, at the same time filled the grenades with grease into the drives, the result is obvious, the car began to run much smoother, especially on gravel roads . I also soon replaced the front pads, installed good Japanese ones, and still haven’t noticed any wear. I pour Shell Hellix 10W40 for diesel engines into the engine + a branded Japanese filter (Korean, and in general I don’t accept Korean spare parts). Replacement every 5,000 km, but already at 4,000 km the oil is already black as a boot... apparently due to the quality of our diesel fuel, I used to fill it up at Kreise, but then I noticed that there was a specific underfill there, and in general the diesel fuel leaves much to be desired.

I change the fuel tank every 10,000 km and also install a Japanese one. By winter, I replaced the steering tips, fluid in the hydracha, put on winter tires, did the wheel alignment, blew out the rear heater, but we never got around to the front heater, we should have blown it out too, since in winter at -25 it’s too hot, you won’t get too hot in the cabin. My car is in a warm garage, so there are no problems with starting, sometimes I leave it outside near the house, it always starts, but not with the key fob. Although many argue that starting a diesel engine in the cold is torture, I wouldn’t say that, if you have a boiler and the equipment is working properly there shouldn’t be any problems with starting.

Overall, I’m happy with the machine and it suits me in every way, I don’t think there’s even any point in listing all the delights of Hayes - it’s a world-class machine that doesn’t need advertising. :) It’s not for nothing that they say that this is the best Japanese bass in its class, it’s even worth changing it to something else I have no idea, in the future, if only on Alfred... Although I’m unlikely to ever switch from diesel to gasoline. :)