Our standard private passenger Hiace service includes an assigned licensed driver. For eligible commercial customers we can discuss a separate vehicle-only agreement; it is governed by different rental authorisations and insurance terms. Tell us which Hiace seating layout, equipment and operating pattern you need.
Passenger seating: 12 passengers + driver on the current Commuter
The 2026 13-place Commuter contains two front positions and eleven rear seats. With one driver at the front, there are twelve passenger seats. Request a properly registered bigger layout for 13 or 14 passengers.
Front and rear air conditioning
The 2026 Commuter GL is factory listed with independent front and rear passenger air-conditioning provision, plus a front heater. We book an A/C Hiace with the cooling system operational and identify the allocated grade.
Seats, legroom and reclining
The 2026 Commuter GL has fabric seats and semi-reclining backrests on the first three rear rows; eleven rear places are arranged in four rows. Leather, armrests and premium seating are not standard on that brochure.
Entertainment, screen, smartphone and USB
The 2026 passenger GL has 8-inch Apple CarPlay/Android Auto display audio and two speakers. The factory spec does not state that every rear row has a USB charging outlet, HDMI, Wi-Fi or overhead TV; add those only when the vehicle is fitted.
Brakes and electronic stability
The documented 2026 Commuter GL includes ABS, Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Control, traction control, Hill-start Assist and an Emergency Stop Signal. These are distinct functions: ABS counters wheel lock; VSC helps with vehicle skidding.
Baggage — large checked cases
Use an actual case-size checklist: a large case 75 × 50 × 30 cm occupies about 112.5 L externally and commonly weighs 20–23 kg. Twelve such cases occupy 1.35 m³ even before packing gaps. The manufacturer does not give a full-passenger twelve-case allowance. A separate luggage van may be required.
Baggage — cabin cases and backpacks
Twelve 55 × 40 × 23 cm cabin cases are about 0.607 m³ in total and 84–120 kg at 7–10 kg each; twelve 40 × 30 × 20 cm backpacks are about 0.288 m³ and 36–60 kg at 3–5 kg each. These are geometric calculations, not guaranteed loading approval; all cargo must fit secured without blocking access.
Roof storage policy
The 2026 Commuter is around 2.28 m high before roof accessories. Roof racks, extra boxes and unsecured suitcases are excluded unless the assigned van has a manufacturer-approved rated carrier, documented loading limit and compliant route height.
Driver-included booking documents
For a one-off group trip, provide contact name, mobile, pickup and destination, date and time, passenger count and luggage list. A monthly employer contract may need company trade licence, contract/Purchase Order, shift roster and billing contact.
Vehicle-only lease documents, licence and deposit
Commercial vehicle-only hire needs an eligible company, authorised signatory, Emirates ID/passport and valid driving entitlement for every nominated driver, appropriate activity permits, insurance schedule and signed handover conditions. The required refundable security deposit and insurance excess are quoted in writing; no universal amount is guaranteed.
Who can operate self-drive passenger Hiace service?
A vehicle-only bus rental and a company operating passenger transport are distinct regulated activities. Dubai RTA activity documentation describes separate Buses Rental and Passengers Transport by Rented Buses permissions. A car licence alone does not establish eligibility for a bus-class vehicle or passenger-transport operation.
With fuel vs without fuel — detailed cost
Our monthly driver-and-fuel Hiace plan is AED 7,225 within the agreed route; monthly with driver but client-paid fuel is AED 5,100. Petrol or diesel must match the actual booked van, not a generic Hiace fuel label. The contract specifies allowed kilometres and refuelling responsibility.
Salik tolls — exact gate charges
Salik’s published schedule is AED 6 per weekday peak crossing (06:00–10:00, 16:00–20:00), AED 4 during normally chargeable off-peak periods, and zero from 01:00–06:00; most Sundays are AED 4. For example, two peak crossings cost AED 12, four cost AED 24 before any additional agreed handling charges.
DXB parking fees, not part of transfer fare
Dubai Airports lists Terminal 1/3 premium car parking at AED 40 for up to 2 hours, AED 55 for 3 hours, and AED 65 for 4 hours. Terminal 2 economy costs AED 15 for 1 hour and AED 20 for 2 hours. Suitable vehicle parking/entry eligibility depends on the assigned van and terminal.
Waiting, overtime and extra kilometres
A 10-hour booking ends at the agreed duty time. Extra hours, unplanned stops, airport flight delays or mileage above the agreed monthly cap are separately quoted. A comparable Hiace monthly transport rate lists AED 1.70/km over its 5,000 km limit; this is not an automatic fixed Aseel over-kilometre charge.
Breakdown replacement within one hour
Our breakdown support target is to arrange an equivalent legally seated replacement van within one hour of a confirmed breakdown. The dispatch/SLA terms, traffic, safe access and replacement supply are documented on the service agreement; never overload a smaller replacement.
How to book: form, WhatsApp, email and telephone
Use the quote form at /request-quote/ or Aseel’s official contact page at /contact/ for email, WhatsApp and phone. Send the model choice, passenger count excluding driver, bags, timing, route, rental duration and driver/fuel arrangement.