Toyota will release a special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME S” of the new “Hiace” in October 2024. The “S” in “DARK PRIME S” stands for “sports”. With a sophisticated interior and exterior design and a full range of equipment, it is a vehicle that can be used not only for business use, but also in a wide range of situations such as outdoor activities and leisure. Information is starting to come in from each dealer, so if you are considering purchasing one, please come to the store and talk to us.
About Toyota’s new Hiace special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME S”
The special edition “Super GL “DARK PRIME”” was released on January 6, 2015, and then the “Super GL “DARK PRIME II” was released in 2018, making this the third time. The special edition “Super GL “DARK PRIME S”” is equipped with a 2.8L diesel turbo engine that has been specially tuned, increasing the maximum output from the regular model from 151ps (111kW) to 116kW (158ps) and the maximum torque from 300Nm (30.6kgm) to 330Nm (33.7kgm).
The exterior features dark platinum satin plating on the front grille and tailgate garnish, and a special emblem on the rear. The interior features sporty carbon-look trim on each part, giving it a new look.
Dark Prime S is recommended for these people!
- Business Use:
- Want to transport your valuables safely?
- You want to give a professional impression
- I want to balance functionality and comfort
- Outdoor leisure:
- I want to travel comfortably with a large group of people
- I want to carry a lot of luggage
- I want to go out in a car with a sophisticated design
Main features of the special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME S”
The interior of the special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME II” currently on sale is decorated with black wood grain mahogany-style trim, but the interior of the special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME S” has a sporty image with carbon-like trim.
- LED headlamps (clear smoke decoration)
- Chrome-plated front grille (dark platinum satin plating)
- Chrome back door garnish (dark platinum satin plating)
- 4-spoke steering wheel (wrapped in genuine leather + carbon-look decoration)
- Steering switch bezel (dark silver decoration)
- Front air conditioning push-type control panel (dark silver decoration)
- Upper part of instrument panel (carbon-look decoration)
- Shift bezel (dark silver decoration)
- Shift knob (genuine leather + carbon-look decoration)
- Power window switch base (carbon style decoration)
- Front door trim (synthetic leather)
- Seat upholstery: Tricot + synthetic leather & double stitching (dark gray)
- SRS airbags + seat belts with pretensioners and force limiters (passenger seat)
- Roof & pillars (black)
- Sliding door scuff plate (car name logo & illumination)
Special Edition Super GL “DARK PRIME S” Vehicle Price
The special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME S” is expected to be priced higher than the special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME II”. It is expected to be about 100,000 yen higher.
Special Edition Vehicles
| grade | Drive | Passenger capacity | Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME II” | 2WD | 3 / 5 people | 3,290,600 yen |
gasoline
| grade | Drive | Passenger capacity | Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DX “GL Package” | 2WD | 3 / 6 people | 2,632,000 yen |
| DX | 3 / 6 people | 2,606,000 yen | |
| 3 people | 2,439,500 yen |
diesel
| grade | Drive | Passenger capacity | Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super GL | 2WD | 2 people / 5 people | 3,765,500 yen |
| DX | 2 people / 5 people | 3,274,600 yen | |
| 4WD | 3 people / 6 people / 9 people | 3,538,600 yen | |
| 3 people | 3,412,100 yen |
About the new Hiace specifications
| Specifications | New Hiace | New Hiace wide body |
New Hiace wide body |
|---|---|---|---|
| full length | 4,695mm | 4,840mm | 4,840mm |
| Overall width | 1,695mm | 1,880mm | 1,880mm |
| Height | 1,980mm | 2,105mm | 2,105mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570mm | 2,570mm | 2,570mm |
| engine | 2.0L inline 4-cylinder DOHC engine (1TR-FE type) |
2.7L inline 4-cylinder DOHC engine (2TR-FE type) |
2.8L inline 4 DOHC diesel engine (1GD-FTV) |
| Maximum power | 136hp/5,600rpm | 160hp/5,200rpm | 177hp/3,400rpm |
| Maximum torque | 18.6kgm/4000rpm | 24.8kg.m/4000rpm | 45.9kgm/ 1,600～2,400rpm |
transmission |
6-speed AT/5MT | 6-speed automatic transmission | 6-speed AT/5MT |
About Hiace
The H200 series “Hiace” is a long-lived vehicle model that will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2024. It undergoes annual improvements and special edition vehicles almost every year.
- On August 23, 2004, it underwent a full model change to the old model for the first time in 15 years.
- The first minor change was made on August 20, 2007.
- The second minor change was made on July 26, 2010.
- The third minor change was made on November 27, 2013.
- January 6, 2015: Partial improvements and special van model “Super GL “DARK PRIME”” released.
- September 29, 2015: Received the 2015 Good Design Long Life Design Award.
- On June 11, 2016, partial improvements were announced and sales began.
- Partial improvements were announced and sales began on December 1, 2017.
- On August 6, 2018, the special edition vehicles “Super GL “DARK PRIME II”” and “Super GL “50TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED”” were released.
- Partial improvements were announced and released on May 1, 2020.
- Partially improved model released on August 2, 2021
- Partially improved on April 13, 2022. Parking support brake [front and rear obstacles] is standard equipment on all vehicles.
- January 2024: Partial improvements.
Toyota’s new “Hiace (van)” partial improvement for 2024
Toyota released the new “Hiace” on January 10, 2024. This new model has been partially improved and complies with the latest regulations (the catalyst has been changed to comply with the September regulatory changes). In addition, a new “Earth Color Package” has been added. This package combines the Super GL body color Beige (4V6) Urban (6X3) with a matte black front grille. In addition, the DX model is equipped with an easy closer (sliding door/back door).
A word from the editorial department
The H200 series “Hiace” is a long-lived model that will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2024. Speaking of Japanese vans, they are a particularly popular model that is widely used for both business and personal use. Toyota is likely considering a full model change, but considering safety, it will be difficult to change from a cab-over to a semi-bonnet. The cab-over structure has the advantage of reducing the engine room and being able to carry more luggage and passengers without increasing the overall length.
However, Toyota is developing the H300 series as a global strategic model for commercial vehicles. The cab-over type has the problem of being difficult to maintain overseas, but the semi-bonnet structure improves maintainability. In addition, the engine is placed under the driver’s seat, which reduces heat and noise issues.
The new Hiace Dark Prime S is a truly “all-inclusive” vehicle, combining sophisticated design, comprehensive equipment, and high safety performance. It is sure to not only increase your reliability in business situations, but also demonstrate its versatile appeal in private leisure situations. We can’t wait for its release in October 2024! We will let you know as soon as we have new information.
Hiace special edition Super GL “DARK PRIME”