Toyota Hiace Ambulance
The Toyota Hiace ambulance by EMSDIA is built on two body shapes of the Hiace: the current new-shape Hiace and the previous old-shape Hiace. Both carry the same conversion: electrical system, warning lights and siren, patient compartment climate control, interior lighting and stretcher platform.
Key facts
- Base vehicle
- Toyota Hiace, new shape or old shape
- Length
- 5915 mm (new shape); 5380 mm (old shape)
- Wheelbase
- 3860 mm (new shape); 3110 mm (old shape)
- Old shape availability
- Still built; base vehicles are hard to find, so availability is confirmed per order
- Conversion
- Same equipment list for both shapes
New shape
The current Toyota Hiace: longer body and wheelbase, more room in the patient compartment.
| Length | 5915 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1950 mm |
| Height (without lightbars) | 2280 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3860 mm |
Old shape
The previous Toyota Hiace body. EMSDIA still converts it, but the base vehicles are hard to find; we confirm availability with each quotation.
| Length | 5380 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1880 mm |
| Height (without lightbars) | 2285 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3110 mm |
Conversion equipment
The same for both shapes.
| Electrical | Electrical installation and control panel; 12 V and 220 V outlets; 220 V exterior power connection; inverter and battery charger; additional battery |
|---|---|
| Warning lights and siren | Front lightbar with siren and PA system; rear roof lightbar; exterior warning lights on the front and sides |
| Interior lighting | LED fluorescent lights and LED spotlights |
| Climate | Air conditioner for the patient compartment; turbo ventilation for air intake and extract |
| Body interior | ABS wall and ceiling panels; epoxy floor covering; thermal and acoustic insulation; partition wall with sliding window |
| Patient care | Stretcher platform with receiver; foldable infusion holder; dustbin and sharps container |
| Exterior | Reflective livery, logos and tinted windows |
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the new and the old shape?
The new-shape Hiace is longer (5915 mm against 5380 mm) and has a longer wheelbase (3860 mm against 3110 mm). The conversion equipment is the same.
Is the old-shape Hiace ambulance still available?
Yes, EMSDIA still builds it, but old-shape base vehicles are hard to find. We confirm availability with each quotation.
Is there a four-wheel-drive version?
Yes. The Toyota Hiace 4x4 ambulance has its own page.
Four-wheel drive: Toyota Hiace 4x4 ambulance. All models: Ambulances.
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