Used Toyota Hiace for sale in Europe

About the Toyota Hiace

The Toyota Hiace is a rear-drive-based light van and minibus that Toyota has built for decades. In Europe it is sold as a panel van, a crew van and a passenger minibus. It suits tradespeople, small businesses, families who need a lot of seats and buyers who plan a camper conversion.

Our listings cover model years from 1994 to 2012. That range spans the end of the H100 series and the first years of the H200 series. Most cars in this range have diesel engines, with some petrol versions. Wheelbase and roof height vary, so compare the exact body type.

Many used Hiaces were work vehicles, so condition depends heavily on how the van was used. Service records, load-area wear and body corrosion tell you more than age alone. Compare cars across countries by specification, not just by price.

Generations

• H100 series (1989-2004) — This is the older, bonnet-less cab-over design with a set of diesel engines such as the 2.4-litre 2L-TE and, later, 2.5-litre D-4D units.
• H200 series (2004-present) — This generation introduced a longer nose with a more car-like front end, plus 2.5 and 3.0-litre D-4D diesels and a 2.7-litre petrol engine.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise fairly steadily with model year. The overall median is 7500 euros. A 2002 model has a median of 2800 euros, a 2008 model 8100 euros, and a 2012 model 15700 euros. Spreads within one year are wide, because mileage, body type, conversion and former use differ a lot between vans. Some model years have only a handful of listings, so their figures move easily. Compare vans with the same body length, engine and similar mileage. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Toyota Hiace

Check the van's history first, then inspect the body, underside and engine bay in daylight. Ask for a cold start and a road test that includes a loaded-style climb or motorway run.

• Former commercial use

  Many vans worked hard. Look for worn driver's seat and pedals, a dented or scuffed load floor, and bent roof rails or door edges. Compare the mileage with that wear and ask whether the van was a fleet or tradesman's vehicle.

• Rust and body panels

  Check sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, the rear door frames and the sliding door runners for corrosion. Look underneath at the chassis rails and suspension mounts. Repaired panels with uneven gaps can point to earlier accident damage.

• Injectors, EGR and turbo · Diesel engines

  Diesel vans from this era are widely discussed for blocked EGR valves, injector wear and turbo issues if oil changes were missed. Listen for rough idling, look for smoke under load and ask for proof of regular oil and filter changes.

• Particulate filter history · Later diesels

  Some later diesels may have a particulate filter. Short urban trips can clog it. Check for warning lights, ask about forced regenerations or cleaning, and confirm the filter has not been removed, which can cause problems at inspection.

• Timing drive and servicing

  Different engines use a belt or a chain. Find out which one your van has and ask for proof of the last change or inspection. A full service book from a dealer or an independent workshop is more useful than a stamp-only record.

• Gearbox, clutch and suspension

  Test the clutch bite point, listen for whine or vibration from the drivetrain and check that gear changes are clean. On the road, note clunks over bumps and uneven tyre wear, which can show worn bushes, dampers or overloading.

• Camper and minibus conversions · Conversions

  If the van has been converted, ask for documents covering the work, seat mounting and any weight changes. Check the electrics, insulation and window seals for water leaks. Make sure the paperwork matches the vehicle's actual layout.

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