The Toyota Hiace has been the market leader for years in the UAE and continues to be a popular choice in the commercial sector, whether for transporting the work-force or cargo. An all-new model came out in 2019. The engine moved to the front, thereby increasing noise and vibration, as well as heat generated inside the cabin. There is only one engine choice in the Hiace, a 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine mated to a standard 6-speed manual or an optional 6-speed automatic transmission. Other markets such as Bahrain and Oman markets additionally gets a 2.7-litre turbocharged diesel engine model with a 6-speed manual. The 2026 Toyota Hiace comes in two variants, the Hiace Panel Van version for carrying cargo and the Hiace Commuter which gets back seats to act as a people carrier. Standard features include dual front/rear a/c, an AM/FM cassette player with 2 speakers, power steering, power door locks, toolbox, halogen headlamps, and 15-inch steel wheels. Some markets get optional features such as remote locking. Depending on the market, consumers have the choice of a normal roof or high-roof with a standard or long wheel base-wide body.