The Toyota HiAce, mainly a commercial van, has become popular with private owners as it is versatile and reliable. But it’s not clear if it’s suitable as a daily driver in urban environments. The van can be a blessing and a curse in the city, depending on the size of the van. Passengers and cargo will find enough space in it, although its length and width may create difficulties if you need to park somewhere in a tight parking place or narrow street. Due to the HiAce being developed with load carrying characteristics, it may handle differently to smaller passenger vehicles. Older or larger engine models also need to have concerns about fuel efficiency in stop-and-go traffic. Furthermore, the driving position and visibility, both suited to highway and commercial use, may need to be adjusted for city driving. When thinking of this as that car you are going to live with predominantly as your city car, the question arises regarding whether the practicality offers more benefit than the urban performance attributes can detract.