Kia Carens 1.7 LX AT Dsl (2015) vs Toyota Hiace Commuter (2020)
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Kia Carens 1.7 LX AT Dsl (2015) vs Toyota Hiace Commuter (2020) — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Kia Carens 1.7 LX AT Dsl (2015) Kia ₱1,270,000 | Toyota Hiace Commuter (2020) Toyota ₱1,396,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2020 |
| Warranty | 160,000km/5-years | 3-years/100,000 km |
| Availability | Discontinued | Current |
| Engine & Drivetrain | ||
| Engine Type | Inline-4 | Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 1685cc | 2982cc |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-valve |
| Aspiration | CRDI with VGT | Turbocharged |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Max Power | 136 PS @ 4000 rpm | 136 PS @ 3400 rpm |
| Max Torque | 320 Nm @ 2500 rpm | 300 Nm @ 1200 - 2400 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed A/T | 5-speed M/T |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16.0 |
| Body & Dimensions | ||
| Body Type | MPV | Van |
| Segment | M | Van |
| Construction | Unibody | Body-on-frame |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seating Capacity | 2+3+2 | 3 |
| Length (mm) | 4525 | 4695 |
| Width (mm) | 1805 | 1695 |
| Height (mm) | 1610 | 1980 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2750 | 2570 |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 1530 | 2475 |
| Exterior Colors | — | White |
| Fuel Tank (L) | — | 70 |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||
| Front Suspension | MacPherson | Double Wishbone w/ Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 15 |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 15 |
| Front Tires | 205/55 R16 | 195/R15 |
| Rear Tires | 205/55 R16 | 195/R15 |
| Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Disc | Drum |
| Steering Type | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Steering Column | Tilt | Tilt |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring | No | No |
| Differential Lock | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Anti-lock Braking (ABS) | Yes | No |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | No |
| Brake Assist | No | No |
| Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
| Stability Control | No | No |
| Traction Control | No | No |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control | No | No |
| Forward Collision Mitigation | No | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | No |
| Hill Start Assist | No | No |
| Hill Descent Control | No | No |
| Auto Stop/Start | No | No |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | No |
| Knee Airbag | No | No |
| Passenger Airbag | No | No |
| Front Curtain Airbags | No | No |
| Rear Curtain Airbags | No | No |
| Rear Side Airbags | No | No |
| Engine Immobilizer | No | No |
| Security Alarm | Yes | No |
| Door Locking | keyless | Manual Locking |
| Comfort & Convenience | ||
| Air Conditioning | Manual Aircon | Dual Manual Airconditioning |
| Rear A/C Vents | No | No |
| Seat Material | Fabric | Vinyl |
| Parking Brake | EPB | Manual |
| Key Type | Keyless Entry | Standard Key |
| Push-Button Start | No | No |
| Cruise Control | No | No |
| Multi-Info Display | Yes | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | No | No |
| Reverse Camera | No | No |
| Auto Headlights | No | No |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Power Seats | No | No |
| Remote Trunk Release | No | No |
| Eco Mode | No | No |
| Antenna | yes | yes |
| Infotainment & Audio | ||
| Touchscreen | No | No |
| Navigation | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Apple CarPlay | No | No |
| Android Auto | No | No |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| AUX Input | Yes | Yes |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| CD Player | Yes | Yes |
| DVD Player | No | No |
| MP3 Playback | Yes | Yes |
| iPod Support | No | No |
| SD Card Slot | No | No |
| Speakers | — | 2 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen |
| Fog Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | No | No |
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