Japan's best hybrids and EVs. Up to $25,000 below Australian retail.
Japan produces more hybrid models than any other market. The same hybrid SUV or people mover sourced from Japan regularly costs $5,000 to $25,000 less than buying it locally. EVs are available too.
Why source Hybrids & EVs from Japan?
The biggest price gap is in hybrids
Australian used hybrid prices are elevated by demand. The same Harrier Hybrid or Serena e-Power from Japan costs $8,000 to $20,000 less than buying it locally.
More hybrid models than Australia ever received
Japan has hybrid variants of vehicles Australia never got in that form: Voxy Hybrid, Harrier Hybrid, Crown Crossover Hybrid and many more.
Lower running costs for the long term
Hybrid fuel economy is typically 30-40% better than petrol equivalents. Over 5 years of ownership, the fuel saving alone can exceed the cost of importing.
Top Hybrids & EVs picks at Japanese auction
Available now through the Sunny Imports platform.
Toyota Harrier Hybrid
Best OverallPremium hybrid SUV combining luxury styling, hybrid efficiency and strong spec levels. The AXUH80/85 is the latest generation. Very popular in Australia.
ZSU60/65 (2013-2020) is most available. AXUH80/85 (2020+) is newest generation.
Nissan Serena e-Power
Best People MoverThe Serena e-Power is a full-electric drive experience powered by a petrol generator. Extremely smooth in urban driving with space for seven or eight.
C28 is the current generation. e-Power = EV drive without range anxiety.
Toyota Voxy / Noah Hybrid
Best Family VanSeven-seat hybrid family vans with sliding doors. Never officially sold in Australia. The MZRA90 fourth generation offers the latest Toyota hybrid system.
ZWR80/ZRR80 (2014-2021) is most available. MZRA90 (2022+) is newest.
Toyota Crown Hybrid
Best Luxury HybridJapans premium hybrid executive sedan. JDM-exclusive trim levels and specification well beyond what was sold in Australia. Refined, fast and efficient.
AZSH20 (2018-2023) is the most popular generation.
Nissan Leaf Gen 2
Best EV ValueThe world standard battery EV. The ZE1 generation (2017+) offers a 40kWh battery. SEVS-eligible. The most cost-effective way to own a clean EV in Australia.
ZE1 gen uses Type 1 AC charge + CHAdeMO fast charge. Battery SOH in inspection report.
Lexus RX 450h
Best Luxury EVLexus premium hybrid SUV with exceptional refinement. The GYL20/25 is SEVS-eligible and well supported by Lexus dealerships in Australia.
Confirm compliance eligibility before bidding. GYL20/GYL25 chassis only.
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