| Battery & Range | - Not an EV; petrol ICE SUV
| - Not applicable – diesel internal-combustion model, not an EV (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 1.5L TGDi turbo petrol, 3-cylinder, 177 hp, 255 Nm
- 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox
- Front-wheel-drive 2WD layout
| - 3.0L 4-cylinder diesel engine, 2982cc displacement (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Rear-wheel-drive layout with manual transmission (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Turbocharged diesel with high low-end torque focus (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Wheelbase 2670 mm
- Ground clearance 190 mm
| - Wheelbase 3110 mm for all ACE variants (nepaldrives.com).
- Ground clearance 185 mm for all ACE variants (nepaldrives.com).
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| Dimensions | - Length 4519 mm
- Width 1831 mm
- Height 1694 mm
| - Overall length 5380 mm (nepaldrives.com).
- Overall width 1880 mm (nepaldrives.com).
- Overall height 2285 mm (nepaldrives.com).
- Long-wheelbase high-roof body configuration (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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| Cargo | - Rear seats split-fold; exact boot volume not disclosed
| - Designed for passenger and cargo shuttle applications (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- High-roof layout allows generous vertical luggage stacking (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Multiple seating rows with aisle for easy loading/unloading (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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| Comfort & Interior | - Fabric seats in Standard trim
- Manual front seat adjustment
- Automatic climate control standard
- Rear AC vents for second row
| - Spacious high-roof cabin for passengers (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Multiple adjustable seats with fabric upholstery (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Front air-conditioning with multiple vents (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Ergonomic driver seat and tilt steering wheel (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth; size not specified
- Steering-mounted audio controls
- Keyless entry with push start
- Cruise control standard
| - Factory audio system with radio and basic connectivity (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Power steering for easier urban maneuvering (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Power windows and central locking on higher trims (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Ample cabin storage spaces for documents and tools (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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| Safety | - 6 airbags standard across all variants
- ABS, ESC, traction control, hill descent standard
- Rear parking sensors, reverse camera
- 5-year/150,000 km warranty
| - Front SRS airbags for driver and front passenger (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with brake assist (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Rigid ladder-frame construction for crash protection (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- 3-point seatbelts for front occupants (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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| Design & Exterior | - LED headlamps with DRLs
- 17-inch alloy wheels on lower variants
- Available colors: Jet Grey, Armour Silver, Space Grey, Snow White, Quartz Black
| - High-roof van body with large side windows (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Sliding side door for passenger entry (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Simple, durable exterior styling optimized for commercial use (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Available exterior colours include White and Silver (nepaldrives.com).
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| Sales & Imports | - Intro price Rs 86.99 lakh on-road Nepal
- Imported CBU from Malaysia
- Sold via Jagdamba Motors Proton showrooms
| - Officially imported and sold by United Traders Syndicate in Nepal (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Positioned as an affordable entry Hiace at Rs 90,00,000 on-road approx. (carnepal.com).
- Used widely for tourist shuttle and staff transport fleets (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Most expensive Proton model in Nepal lineup
- Considered feature-rich for price bracket
| - Lower-price ACE Hiace variant offers strong value for capacity (carnepal.com).
- Reputation for durability reduces lifetime operating cost (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- High resale value in Nepali commercial market (carnepal.com).
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| Pros | - Strong performance from 1.5L turbo engine
- Comprehensive standard safety equipment
- Comfortable ride and spacious cabin
| - Proven 3.0L diesel engine suited to Nepali terrain (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Spacious cabin with high roof for passengers (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Trusted Toyota reliability and dealer support network (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Competitive entry price versus other large vans (carnepal.com).
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| Cons | - Fuel economy could be better in city use
- No advanced ADAS in Standard trim
- High import duties make pricing steep
| - Diesel-only powertrain, no factory petrol or EV option (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Commercial-focused interior feels basic versus modern MPVs (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
- Large dimensions make tight-city parking harder (nepaldrives.com).
- Higher step-in height may challenge elderly passengers (HIACE ACE brochure, toyota.com.np).
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