Description
The Toyota Coaster is a single-decker minibus widely used for various transport roles—including shuttles, tourist services, and notably, kindergarten and school transport in many countries
Fourth-Generation Design (2016 onward)
The fourth generation, introduced in late 2016, brought major enhancements: a sturdier, squared-off body, improved safety features, and expanded passenger configurations. In its school-bus form, it accommodates up to 3 adults and 49 children, with the front passenger seat omitted for additional space
Engine & Performance
Available powertrains include:
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A 4.0 L V6 petrol engine (~205 hp), front-engine RWD
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A 4.2 L diesel option (~135 BHP; 284 Nm torque), manual gearbox — common in African markets
Dimensions & Capacity
Typical specs:
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Length × Width × Height: ~6990 × 2080–2275 × 2635 mm
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Wheelbase: ~3935 mm
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Fuel Tank: approx. 95 L
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Seating: scores typically up to 30 in standard configs, but up to 52 in school bus variants
Safety & Comfort
Safety suite includes airbags, ABS, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), rollover-resistant frame, seat-belt pre-tensioners, with optional features like air-conditioning and power steering
Regional Models
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Cameroon (and wider Africa): Diesel 4.2 L manual; 30-seat models with ABS, airbags, and connectivity features
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Middle East (UAE, Gulf): Offered as both 2.7 L petrol (145 bhp) and 4.2 L diesel (135 bhp), 23-seater, manual — with features like ABS, airbags, fabric seats, rear AC vents, halogen lights, etc.
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Australia: “Standard LWB” variant seats ~22, diesel turbo 4.0 L engine with 5-speed manual and dual-front airbags, emergency exits, central locking, and tinted windows
Toy Model: Tomica No. 49 Toyota Coaster Kindergarten Bus
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Released May 18, 2019 in Japan; later released in US, Canada, and Australia (via Walmart) in 2020
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A 1/89-scale die-cast model, faithfully replicating the Toyota Coaster kindergarten-bus aesthetic. It includes no moving parts or special features — purely static display
At a Glance
| Aspect | Real-Life 2019 Toyota Coaster (Kindergarten/School Bus) | Tomica Toy Model (No. 49) |
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| Released | Model year 2019; fourth-generation design since late 2016 | May 18, 2019 (Japan); 2020 (Walmart markets) |
| Capacity | Up to 49 children + 3 adults (school configuration) | N/A (toy) |
| Engine Options | 4.0 L petrol V6; 4.2 L diesel (varies by region) | N/A |
| Size | ~7 meters long, 2–2.3 m wide, 2.6 m tall | 1/89 scale |
| Safety Features | Airbags, ABS, VSC, reinforced frame, seat belts | None |
| Use Case | Real transportation (schools, shuttles) | Toy/collector |
| Special Features | Air-conditioning, PA system, emergency exits, depending on trim | None (static model) |
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