Used Toyota Alphard Hybrid (Japanese import)

About the Toyota Alphard Hybrid

Toyota's big luxury people mover, with two powered sliding doors and lounge-style middle seats in the top versions. It was never sold new in Australia, so every one here was imported from Japan. The Vellfire is the same car with a different nose.

• 2011–2015 (20 series hybrid): 2.4-litre petrol hybrid with an electric motor driving the rear wheels (E-Four all-wheel drive).
• 2015–2022 (30 series): 2.5-litre petrol hybrid, 150 kW, E-Four all-wheel drive. The most common import. The hybrid was available from launch in January 2015.
• 2023 on (40 series): 2.5-litre petrol hybrid, 184 kW system output. Some 40 series cars are sold in Australia as nearly new imports with only a few kilometres.

Asking prices

What Australian sellers were asking for hybrid versions in November 2026, by generation. Kilometres, condition and the version move the price a lot, so compare at least three similar cars.

• 2011–2015 (20 series hybrid)$23,900–$36,9903 for sale · middle $24,995
• 2015–2022 (30 series)$46,995–$66,50015 for sale · middle $58,995
• 2023 on (40 series)$74,900–$98,5009 for sale · middle $90,900

RedBook guide prices

RedBook values only a few imports. Where it does (carsales, November 2026):

• 2020 Hybrid X: $40,900–$44,300

Import checks before you buy

• Compliance and the RAV: An imported car must be on the government's Register of Approved Vehicles (RAV) and carry an Australian compliance plate. Ask the seller to show you both.
• Auction sheet and kilometres: Ask for the original Japanese auction sheet. It grades the car's condition and records the kilometres in Japan, so you can check the odometer hasn't been wound back.
• Japanese recalls: Most Japanese recalls aren't on the Australian register, so an Australian VIN check can come back clean even when work is outstanding. Ask the importer for proof the Japanese recalls were done; Toyota and Nissan dealers can sometimes check by chassis number.
• Hybrid or EV battery: There's no Australian factory warranty on an import. Get a battery health check from a hybrid or EV specialist, or a Toyota or Nissan dealer, before you pay.
• Radio, maps and menus: Japanese radios tune a different FM band and the screens are often in Japanese. Check a band expander or new head unit has been fitted, and that you can change the settings to English.
• Parts, servicing and insurance: Find a local mechanic who works on imports, check common parts (tyres, brake pads, filters) are easy to get, and get an insurance quote first: some insurers charge more or won't cover imports.
• Dealer or private sale: A licensed dealer must usually give a statutory warranty depending on the car's age and kilometres (the rules differ by state). Private and auction sales don't come with one.
• PPSR check: Run a PPSR check (ppsr.gov.au) for finance owing and a written-off history, like any used car.

Take our used hybrid checklist too.

Checks for a used Toyota Alphard Hybrid

• Test both powered sliding doors and the power tailgate several times: they are expensive to fix.
• In Executive Lounge versions, test every powered seat and recliner.
• Many 30 series Alphards are petrol (2.5 or 3.5 litre): look for 'Hybrid' on the compliance plate and the hybrid badge.

More on buying used

• All Japanese import guides
• Best used EVs and hybrids sold new in Australia
• Pick my used car: our top three picks for your budget

Common questions

More guides

You might also like

See all guides