Gearbox Type: 6-Speed Automatic / Manual
The Pakistan market offers a 6-Speed Automatic in the Grand Cabin variants and a 6-Speed Manual in the Commuter variants. The automatic transmission is tuned for smoothness, while the manual is built for heavy-duty reliability.
Drive Type: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
The Hiace remains a Rear-Wheel Drive vehicle. This layout is preferred for commercial use as it provides better traction when the vehicle is heavily loaded at the rear.