Head to head
Ford Transit Large Van vs Toyota Hilux
The Toyota Hilux tows 700kg more and carries 107kg more. The Ford Transit Large Van is rated 290kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Towing capacity: the Toyota Hilux tows 700kg more.
- Payload: the Toyota Hilux carries 107kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ford Transit Large Van is rated 290kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Large Van | Toyota Hilux | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1098 kg (350 L3H3) | 1205 kg (Single Cab); 1075 kg (Extra Cab); 1105 kg (Double Cab, manual); 1015 kg (Double Cab, automatic) |
| Gross weight | 3500 kg | 3210 kg (Double Cab) |
| Towing capacity | 2800 kg | 3500 kg (braked) |
| Load volume | 12.4 m3 (L3H3) | - |
| Load length | 3533 mm (L3H3) | - |
| Load bed length | - | 2315 mm (Single Cab); 1525 mm (Double Cab) |
Sources: Ford Transit Large Van, Toyota Hilux. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Large Van if...
- you want one that is rated 290kg heavier gross
The large Transit remains a fleet mainstay for removals and trade work needing more room than the Custom, with this L3H3 350 spec representing a common mid-range hire configuration.
Full Large Van specifications →Buy or hire the Hilux if...
- you want one that tows 700kg more
- you want one that carries 107kg more
The Hilux is bought in the UK on a reputation for durability rather than outright payload, and its 3.5 tonne braked towing capacity across the range makes it a common choice for trades that also tow plant or trailers.
Full Hilux specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Large Van and the Toyota Hilux?
The Toyota Hilux tows 700kg more and carries 107kg more. The Ford Transit Large Van is rated 290kg heavier gross. The Ford Transit Large Van is a large panel van, the long-running Ford Transit in L3H3 350 form as offered on UK commercial hire fleets.; the Toyota Hilux is a pickup truck offered in single, extra and double cab body styles..
Which carries more, the Ford Transit Large Van or the Toyota Hilux?
The Toyota Hilux, by 107kg.
Can I tow the Ford Transit Large Van or the Toyota Hilux on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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