This is the RS6 GT, and if Audi’s planning anything even more special for its fourth-generation uberwagen, you’d have to wonder what more can even be done.
Granted, it doesn’t have any more power than the RS6 Performance already on sale, but as Audi’s engineers told us at the reveal last week, they don’t feel anything more is necessary.
That leaves us with the 463kW and 850Nm 4.0-litre twin-turbo petrol V8, which is plenty more than the 441kW and 800Nm outputs of the ‘regular’ RS6 (as though any RS6 could be called regular).
That’s again mated to an eight-speed auto and Audi’s iconic Quattro all-wheel drive system, all combining to deliver a claimed 0-100km/h time of 3.3 seconds on the way to 305km/h – while passing 200km/h in just 11.5 seconds.
There are changes, however, to the RS6 GT’s mechanical setup, along with its styling package – the latter having some very obvious inspiration.
Mechanically, there’s manually adjustable coilovers boasting a higher spring rate, triple-adjustable dampers, and stabilisers now 30 percent stiffer at the front and a huge 80 percent stiffer at the rear. It all sits 10mm lower than the standard RS6, too.
“The necessary tools and instructions for making individual adjustments are also on board,” Audi says, lest anybody halfarse the settings.
If they’d prefer a more luxurious approach to suspension management, buyers can instead option Audi’s RS Sport Suspension Plus with Dynamic Ride Control (DRC), or the RS adaptive air suspension package.
Joining the new adjustable coilovers is an overhauled centre differential for “noticeably more precise cornering” and reduced understeer at the limit.
Power between the front and rear axles is split 40:60, with up to 70 percent able to flow forwards as needed, and up to 85 percent available to the rear. The rear Quattro sport differential has also been reworked, again focusing on a rear bias in the Dynamic driving mode.
On the styling and aero front, the RS6 GT takes inspiration from the legendary Audi 90 Quattro IMSA GTO racer, and of course the apprentice-designed and built RS6 GTO concept revealed in 2020.
The most obvious change on the outside is the RS6 GT’s revised front bar, along with new front quarter vents crowbarred out from behind the front wheels.
Those new six-spoke rims measure 22 inches at all four corners, wrapped in Continental SportContact 7 rubber.
Out back, the rear diffuser is lightly updated to feature a slender new reflector in the centre, while the pass-through roof wing is said to be nearly identical to the spoiler worn by that 2020 GTO concept. The roof rails have also been deleted – a first for the famously practicality-inspired RS6 – to build on that race-ready look.
Although the RS6 GT has been shown only in the IMSA-inspired white, ‘red’ and grey livery, the car will also be available without the graphics in Nardo Grey, Mythos Black Metallic, Chronos Grey Metallic and Madeira Brown Metallic.
Buyers who opt for the Nardo Grey or Mythos Black will also be able to order black and grey graphics, and the wheels will be available in either gloss or matte black as well.
When will the Audi RS6 GT come to Australia?
Audi has confirmed the RS6 GT will make its Australian debut sometime in the second half of 2024, following a mid-2024 launch in Europe.
An exact number bound for Australia hasn’t been specified, apart from “more than 20”.
The GWM Tank 300 off-road SUV is no longer fitted with a handy feature months after it launched in Australia.
WhichCar understands GWM Tank 300 examples built for the Australian market from November 2023 no longer include a 220-volt, 120-watt power outlet in the luggage area.
GWM Australia has deleted all references to the power outlet in the latest version of the Tank 300’s specification list. There are no price changes for the updated model.
The feature was previously fitted to the range-topping Tank 300 Ultra petrol and hybrid, with a multi-standard international power socket that could recharge phones and laptops, and power small consumer appliances such as portable fridges.
WhichCar contacted GWM Australia for comment about the removal of the power socket in the Tank 300, but the brand did not respond.
While GWM has not confirmed the reason for the deletion, the AS/NZS 3112:2017 Standard (‘Approval and test specification – Plugs and socket-outlets’) specifically requires the installation of the common Australia and New Zealand three-pin pattern plug, not a universal socket.
It is unclear if GWM plans to re-introduce the feature into the Tank 300 Ultra with an Australia and New Zealand pattern plug.
In 2021, Ford Australia removed an international power port similar to that fitted to the GWM Tank 300 from the Ranger, Everest and Transit due to the AS/NZS 3112:2017 Standard.
The Ford vehicles had been sold in Australia with an international power socket as early as 2013 before the trip-up was noticed in 2021.
Ford plans to fit three 240-volt power outlets with an Australian standard plug in the Ranger Plug-In Hybrid due here in 2025.
It has not confirmed whether other Ranger variants, or future versions of the Everest and Transit, will receive the feature again.
The LDV G10+ van was introduced to the Australian market in 2015.
This move brought a new option to both businesses and private buyers looking for an affordable and versatile mid-sized van.
Owned by Chinese conglomerate SAIC motors, the launch was part of LDV’s strategy to expand its global reach, tapping into Australia’s need for practical and cost-effective commercial vehicles.
Since its debut, the G10+ has been praised for it’s value proposition as one of Australia’s most affordable vans.
Pricing and features
The LDV G10+ is available in either a petrol or diesel powertrain, with the latter offering both manual and automatic transmissions.
LDV G10+ Pricing
| LDV G10+ Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Transmission | Price (Drive-away) |
| Petrol | Auto | $37,858 |
| Diesel | Manual | $37,358 |
| Diesel | Auto | $39,437 |
| Barn Doors (optional) | $600 |
The 2.0-litre D20 turbocharged diesel engine brings 118kW of power and 375Nm of torque. The 2.0-litre petrol model brings extra power of 160kW take-off time.
Offering 5.3 cubic metres of space, the G10+ is on the more compact scale of mid-size vans. It’s cargo dimensions measure in at 2500mm long, 1590mm wide and 1270mm tall.
LDV offer the van in three exterior colours: white, silver and black.
Regardless of engine, the LDV G10+ has a 1093kg payload.
Inside the cabin is quite basic with a 7-inch display screen, Apple Carplay, dark grey fabric seats and air conditioning.
Safety
With a car at this price-point their is often a trade-off, and in the case of the LDV van, it’s safety equipment.
When tested initially in 2015, the G10 received a three-star rating, back when protocols weren’t as strict. Today, the van is unrated by ANCAP but continues to lack common standard safety such as Automatic Emergency Braking and lane support systems.
In comparison, segment favourites like the Toyota HiAce and Hyundai Staria- Load have received the maximum five-star ANCAP score.
Despite this you’ll still get some necessary safety aids such as a rear camera and parking sensors. Conveniently, all models come with keyless entry and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
All G10+ models are covered by a three-year, 100,000km warranty with the same period for roadside assistance.
Key rivals
In the world of mid-size commercial vans, there are a few fan favourites that have long dominated the space.
These include:
Should I put it on my shortlist?
The 2024 LDV G10+ offers strong value in a segment where competitors start at a $10k premium.
However that does come with sacrifice, and in the case of the LDV it’s the omitted safety. If you’re in need of a commercial van with all around decent capabilities then the LDV G10+ could be the right fit for you.
It offers plenty of value as one of the segments cheapest offerings.
Ford has given its venerable Explorer a facelift for 2025, with new technology, a fresh interior, and punchy power plant choices. And, once again, we won’t see it here.
Among the Explorer’s updates are a big new grille design, adorned with sleeker all-LED headlights, front skid plate and redesigned “air curtains” integrated into the front bumper, in keeping with the design language of the outgoing model.
At the rear there’s a revised tailgate with new Everest-inspired LED tail lights, integrated with a new Explorer badge stretching across the now powered liftgate.
The Explorer’s trim and spec levels have been simplified, now offered in Active, ST-Line, Platinum and ST guise, with the option of a 299kW/560Nm 3.0-litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 – a healthy upgrade from the standard 224 kW 2.3-litre four-cylinder EcoBoost retained from the previous model.
Both engines are mated to a recalibrated 10-speed auto, with paddle shifters available on the ST model. Rear wheel drive is the default power delivery method, with four-wheel drive optional across all trim levels.
The hybrid drivetrain has been dropped for the MY2025 update, meaning there’s no electrified variant all – which is a stark contrast to the recently completely unrelated to the European-bound Explorer EV, which we may eventually see in Australia. Ford has also hinted at an upcoming off-road focused trim level.
In terms of the interior, there’s a completely redesigned dashboard that is positioned further forward, creating more passenger room in the cabin.
Ford says the Explorer has made a leap in the quality of its interior materials, along with a connectivity and power upgrade with eight USB-C ports, three 12-volt sockets, and dual wireless charging pads in the centre console.
A big new 13.2-inch landscape-oriented touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster are featured, and the refreshed Explorer also debuts the new ‘Ford Digital Experience’ system, based on Google technology.
The new system is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with Google Assistant or Alexa to cater for extensive and useful voice command functionality.
Ford’s hands-free driving suite BlueCruise (only accessible on certain highways), is now available on the facelifted Explorer via a subscription-based service.
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You might be able to buy a Porsche Carrera GT but you sure as hell can’t drive it.
Recall campaign number 23V241000 states that “the spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components on the front and rear axles can fail due to damage from mechanical stress and corrosion.”
There is no ETA for parts replacement. Owners are advised to not drive the Carrera GT as insurers will not cover the vehicle under Porsche’s stop-use conditions.
Land of the NIMBY…
Is nothing sacred? The Highway 68 Coalition has claimed that the Laguna Seca race circuit is “a public nuisance” and is suing the facility, aiming to end racing.
The track, which first opened in 1957, already operates to strict noise limits, but the plaintiffs are using a technicality to try to curtail racing. Wording in the track’s mandate of operations allows it to continue its “past history” but the complaint alleges that there was a sharp increase in activity between 2021 and 2023, effectively using the COVID pandemic as a stick to beat the operators with.
A 2015 study by California State University and Monterey Bay showed that the raceway generated $62.1 million (2015 USD) to the Monterey County economy, and USD$5.2 million in state and local taxes.
Lexus LBX Morizo RR
Lexus has revealed a high-power concept version of its new LBX light SUV at Tokyo Auto Salon 2024.
The concept version of the brand’s LBX light SUV is fitted with GR-Four all-wheel drive and the 224kW ‘G16E-GTS’ turbo three-cylinder heart of the facelifted GR Yaris. That’s more than twice the power of the 100kW hybrid LBX, so if the Morizo RR ever does come to production fruition, it’ll need a serious chassis and body makeover. When Akio Toyoda has a hand in things, you wouldn’t bet the house against it though.
Vale Denis Bartell, Desert Explorer
Legendary desert adventurer Denis Bartell passed away peacefully on January 2nd after a short illness.
He was first to drive the Simpson Desert from east to west, a crossing that was a prelude to more than 60 crossings by vehicle, camel and on foot. He named its biggest dune ‘Big Red’ and was also the first to drive the rugged Madigan Line in 1979.
His 3200km world record breaking solar-powered drive from Darwin to Adelaide was the precursor to the modern Solar Challenge.
One of Australia’s great modern explorers and recipient of the OAM, as well as the 1995 Australian Geographic Society Adventurer of the Year gold medallion, Bartell was 90 when he passed away.
Ford CEO Jim Farley talks V8s and EVs at the launch event for Ford Performance’s racing season North Carolina
“If we’re the only one on the planet making a V8 affordable sports car for everyone in the world, so be it.”
Farley added that the Mach-E, which bears the Mustang name, is a key component in allowing Ford to invest in future V8s.
“Mach-E lets us sell ICE vehicles for a long time to come,” he added. replacement. Owners are advised not to drive the CGT as insurers will not cover the vehicle under Porsche’s stop-use conditions.
Five things we learned this month
Carlos Sainz has, at 61, delivered Audi its very first victory in the Dakar Rally.
It was Sainz’s fourth win across four different marques. In case you were wondering, Volkswagen, Peugeot and Mini were the others.
Kia’s still looking to enter the Australian market with a ute.
At the recent Sportage launch, planning boss Roland Rivero stated “Work on the ute is continuing… We have said in the past, some time in the middle part of 2025…. It’s tracking along nicely.”
If you want to visit the National Holden Motor Museum in Echuca, you’ll need to get your skates on.
The doors are closing for good on April 14.
Were you to try to charge one with a regular 2.5-watt USB charging cable, a Hummer EV’s 246kWh battery pack would take roughly 12.5 years to charge.
Never let it be said that we don’t bring you the news that matters…
Tesla Model Y was Europe’s best-selling car in 2023.
This is the first time an EV has ever hit number one in annual sales.
Volkswagen is celebrating 50 years of the Golf nameplate this year, and showed a 1974 Mk1 Golf alongside the ‘EA 276’ concept at last weekend’s Bremen Classic Motorshow.
The lesser-known flat-four engined EA 276 is one of the studies that led to the original Golf and was made in 1969.
It’s not the most handsome vehicle with a little bit of Lada Riva to its shape (though it preceded the Eastern Bloc sedan) with a strangely long bonnet and a curved swage line.
To keep costs down for Volkswagen’s new family car, the EA 276 study was built around the same air-cooled flat-four engine found in Beetles of the time.
The EA 276 wasn’t all cost-cutting though, setting the blueprint for the Golf’s practical hatch and torsion beam rear suspension.
Thankfully, Giorgetto Giugiaro and Italdesign (hot off the back of the dainty 1972 Alfasud) stepped in to deliver the final Golf product, the design of which remains an icon to this day.
Volkswagen’s transverse-engined Golf incorporated cutting-edge technology into certain variants such as a controlled catalytic converter, efficient engines, anti-lock brakes, and even the option of an all-wheel drive system.
The liquid-cooled Golf was also the first ever Volkswagen product fitted with a heater. It would arrive in Australia two years after its global launch, in 1976.
In Germany .1974 was a big year. Not only did the first Golf launch, but the country won its first Football World Cup.
Since Germany’s inaugural World Cup win, Volkswagen has delivered 37 million Golfs across the world, the hatch not only standing for affordable transport but also diverse eco-friendly engines.
It’s been sold with petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric powertrains over its 50 years of existence.
Also helping to celebrate 50 years of Golf is the introduction of the new Mk8.5 generation.
The mid-life update to the Golf brings various tech revisions and engine tweaks across the range.
Ever wondered whether that flash in your rear-view mirror has translated into a speeding fine? While you usually won’t know until the notice arrives, several Australian states now offer online tools to check for issued infringement notices before they land in your mailbox.
How Long Until the Fine?
Speed and red-light camera penalties typically arrive within two weeks, although NSW can take up to 28 days. In Tasmania, fines may appear electronically in as little as four days.
State-by-State Checking Tools
Western Australia: The DoTDirect portal allows you to view photo or video evidence of offences and pay via reference number.
New South Wales: Use the Service NSW app or visit the website to view and manage fines.
Victoria: Log into Fines Victoria to see all current infringements tied to your name or vehicle.
Queensland: Use the My Account portal via the Transport & Main Roads site to view, pay, or dispute camera fines.
South Australia: Fines can be managed via Fines Online.
Other states and territories such as the ACT, NT, and Tasmania have similar online fine-management services, usually via their respective transport departments.
What Can You Do?
View evidence: In WA, you can view images/videos captured by the camera via DoTDirect before paying.
Pay online or via BPAY, often available once the fine is recorded in the system.
Transfer the fine if someone else was driving your vehicle—possible in states like Queensland.
Dispute the fine: Each state allows internal review or court appeals; see the respective portal.
Key Takeaways
Knowing which tools to access can help ease the uncertainty and stress of waiting for that fine.
There’s no immediate way to know if you’ve been flagged – unless the notice arrives – or you check via your state portal.
Most states allow you to manage infringements online, including viewing images, paying, transferring, or disputing.
Snapshot
- New Vehicle Efficiency Standards edge closer to being finished
- Expected to come into effect from 1 January 2025
- Standards will apply to sales of new passenger and light commercial vehicles
The federal government has narrowed down proposals for its New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) aimed at improving the choice of efficient vehicles and cutting emissions in Australia.
Details are not yet finalised, but the Albanese government’s preferred plan follows the lead of federal United States policy – and aims to catch up by 2028. The government claims that the average vehicle sold in the US is already 20 per cent more fuel efficient than that of Australia.
The proposed standard will apply to sales of new passenger and light commercial vehicles and, similar to Europe’s arrangement, manufacturers will have to balance emissions across the range, meaning the sale of a Yaris hybrid may offset a polluting LandCruiser, in Toyota’s case.
The NVES is expected to come into effect from 1 January 2025. The second round of consultation is open now and feedback will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 4 March 2024 [↗].
“A fuel efficiency standard will benefit all Australians – no matter what type of new car they are buying”
According to the government, the NVES should improve choice, lower transport emissions by a lofty 60 per cent over five years, and reduce individual’s fuel costs by up to $1000 per year.
The government seems particularly interested in US legislation and has not mentioned New Zealand’s Clean Car Discount – colloquially known as the ‘ute tax’ – or Europe’s controversial move to ban sales of combustion-engined vehicles by 2035.
However, the latest US policy (announced in March 2023) is less concerned with overall CO2 emissions, and more interested in rare earth mineral sourcing as well as bringing manufacturers to its shores by offering cash incentives for locally-assembled efficient vehicles, something that’s entirely irrelevant to Australia.
Still, the sentiment to incentivise manufacturers to sell less polluting cars such as electric vehicles, efficient petrol and diesel models, and hybrids, has been generally welcomed by the industry.
“Because of a lack of action on an efficiency standard, Australian families are paying around $1000 a year more than they need to be for their annual fuel bill”, said the minister for climate change and energy Chris Bowen.
“We’re giving Australians more choice to spend less on petrol, by catching up with the US – this will save Australian motorists $100bn in fuel costs to 2050.
“This is about ensuring Australian families and businesses can choose the latest and most efficient cars and utes, whether they’re petrol and diesel engines, or hybrid, or electric”, he said.
“The standard increases choice. It doesn’t dictate what sort of car or ute people can buy, but will mean you have a wider range of modern and cheaper to run vehicles”, said minister for infrastructure, transport, regional development and local government Catherine King.
“As you make the choice about your next car, it’s only fair you have the widest range of options possible to get the car that is right for you and right for your hip pocket”, she said.
“We are concerned that this policy goes too far too fast and that consumers will be the big losers, as will the local automotive businesses”
The industry reacts
One of the most vocal supporters of a progressive fuel efficiency standard is the EV Council’s chief executive Behyad Jafari.
“Because previous federal governments failed to introduce New Vehicle Efficiency Standards, some car manufacturers have treated Australia as a dumping ground for their most inefficient models”, he said.
“This announcement from the federal government, when legislated, will give Australians a greater choice for the cars they want and put money back in their pockets through lower fuel bills.
“By bringing Australia into line with the US and Europe, car manufacturers will now be incentivised to offer Australians their best zero and low emission vehicles. Motorists will still have the choice to buy what they want, but they will be offered much better options to choose from.”
Not all received the news so positively, with Federal Chamber of Automobile Industries chief executive Tony Weber questioning the achievability of the government’s proposed standards.
“On the surface, the targets seeking a 60 per cent improvement in emissions are very ambitious, and it will be a challenge to see if they are achievable taking into account the total cost of ownership.
“The preferred option suggests that Australia considers adopting the type of targets that are currently in place in the United States. The targets in that country are supported by significant financial incentives yet the discussion paper makes no reference to any additional incentives to support the uptake of low emission vehicles.
“There is a great deal of further analysis to do and we look forward to continuing to work with the Government on the development of a standard that is right for Australia and supports Australian consumers”, added Mr Weber. His concerns were echoed by Australian Automotive Dealer Assosciation (AADA) CEO James Voortman, who thinks the changes happening are “too far, too fast”.
“On the surface this is an incredibly ambitious target which will be difficult to achieve especially for utes and large SUVs… This could have consequences for affordability and vehicle choice,” he said.
“Other countries have reduced new vehicle emissions over a much longer time frame, with credits built into their standards. They have also offered generous incentives universally available for consumers to buy low emissions vehicles – the Government’s preferred option could not be more different.
“We are concerned that this policy goes too far too fast and that consumers will be the big losers, as will the local automotive businesses… We will study this impact statement to understand the findings and consult with our members, Australia’s more than 3,000 new car Dealers.”
Meanwhile, the Climate Council has encouraged the government to do as much as possible to clean up Australia’s transport.
“Today’s important announcement gets us off the starter’s grid and on the road to cheaper, cleaner transport.
“Many Australians are doing it tough right now, with petrol one of the expenses causing the most financial stress for households. At the same time, pollution from inefficient petrol-guzzling cars is fuelling harmful climate change”, said CEO Amanda Mackenzie.
“A fuel efficiency standard will benefit all Australians – no matter what type of new car they are buying.
“Aussie drivers who have long commutes from our suburbs and regions are hurt the most by high and rising petrol bills. This means they’ll also see the biggest benefits from getting access to a wider range of affordable lower and zero emissions vehicles that are cheaper to run”, said climate councillor and energy expert Greg Bourne.
Not everyone can afford a proper Lamborghini Aventador, so why not build your own?
In the automotive world, Honda is known for exceptional reliability and durability, with particular performance models reaching cult status amongst enthusiasts. However, they’ll never quite strike the eye of the beholder like a Lamborghini…. Or could they?
One particular YouTuber, Magneto 11, has released an interesting car-build video [↗], featuring a forlorn, filthy Honda Civic sedan with crash damage. What’s so interesting about this Honda?
Considering that the bread-and-butter drivetrain of the Civic is intact, the vlogger decided it was prime for being used as a conversion vehicle – in this case, a home-made Lamborghini.
In an amazing feat of backyard engineering, with essentially no PPE or safety measures employed, and the help of an angle grinder, the Civic is relieved of its body, leaving only the stock drivetrain, floor and essential structure of the vehicle intact.
Next up, a surprisingly well-constructed fibreglass body, based on the appearance of a Lamborghini Aventador is fitted to what’s left of the Civic, with custom headlights and tail lights.
For rubber to road, some choice chrome-finished wheels are fitted, with low profile tyres. The interior begins to take shape, with a custom Lamborghini-esque dashboard design, including a touchscreen display, complemented by a… unique… black and yellow seat trim design. The rear seat has been retained, but it looks to require some unnatural flexibility from any potential passengers.
This project just goes to show, with time and effort, anything can be achieved!
Check out the video here, and tell us your thoughts on this backyard job below.
The Toyota HiAce has consistently been the commercial van of choice in Australia, celebrated for its steadfast reliability.
It has served as the preferred mode of transport for couriers, electricians, movers, and those ferrying larger groups for more than five decades.
Next time you receive a package, there’s a good chance it will be delivered from the back of a battle-tested HiAce parked in your driveway. Much like the HiLux, its nearly indestructible counterpart, the HiAce is considered a wise purchase.
With its sixth generation debuting in 2019, marking the first significant refresh in 15 years, the HiAce unveiled a new semi-bonneted, more streamlined design, moving away from its iconic boxy look.
Now, let’s delve into what makes the HiAce a leader in its class in Australia.
Pricing and features
The HiAce lineup kicks off at $48,886 before on-road expenses for the liftback version equipped with a manual gearbox. The Super Long Wheel Base (SLWB) version comes in at $59,446 as the third variant offering in the line-up.
Opting for a barn door –the latest addition to the HiAce range– you’ll pay an extra $750.
Available in a single 2.8L Turbo Diesel automatic offering, the SLWB takes space to the next level boasting 9.3 cubic meters of loadspace volume, while the total cargo space in a standard LWB model is 6.2 cubic meters.
The SLWB Van offers the following standard features: 16-inch steel wheels with a full size spare, an 8-inch colour touchscreen, six speakers, leather-accented steering wheel and overhead console storage.
White is the only exterior colour available across the range.
The SLWB model has dimensions of 5915mm in length, 1950mm in width, and 2280mm in height, with a wheelbase measuring 3860mm.
The front compartment, designed for two occupants, features rubber floor mats, fabric seats and a steering wheel accented with leather that includes multiple functions. Following the most recent update, the driver’s seat now comes equipped with electric lumbar support.
While the HiAce’s metal floors, wooden wall linings, and the absence of a cargo divider might lend it a somewhat basic appearance, it’s important to note that owners typically like the opportunity to customise the van to their specific needs.
Safety
The Toyota HiAce was stamped with a five-star ANCAP safety rating in 2019.
In crash safety evaluations, the HiAce received an impressive 94 percent in adult occupant protection and 88 percent in child occupant protection.
The HiAce LWB comes packed with standard safety features via the Toyota Safety Sense suite of features including pre-collision safety system, lane departure alert, auto high beam and road sign assist.
Furthermore you’ll get necessities such as a reverse camera, front and rear parking sensors and blind spot monitors.
Your new HiAce also comes with a year complimentary access to Toyota Connected Services which includes SOS Emergency Call, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking.
Key rivals
In the commercial van landscape, there are a few super long/extra long van examples on Australia’s roads.
Others competing for market share are:
Should I put it on my shortlist?
With the 2024 Toyota HiAce SLWB Toyota has demonstrated its capability to outshine the European van market and has achieved success in doing so.
The HiAce is backed by its strong resale value, a robust five-year warranty, and fixed price servicing for the warranty timeframe. Essentially, the HiAce SLWB offers considerable value for the investment.
