Import a Japanese-market Toyota Crown 200 Series with a 3.0L V6 Royal Saloon (GRS202), 3.0L V6 Royal Saloon i-Four AWD (GRS203), 3.5L V6 Athlete (GRS204) or 3.5L V6 Hybrid (GWS204). Compare genuine factory grades, equipment, approval pathways and estimated landed-and-complied prices. The separate 200 Series Majesta V8 models have their own guide.
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All cost examples on this page use an exchange rate of AUD 1 = JPY 105. Actual costs may be higher or lower depending on the rate at the time of purchase and payment.
The Crown Royal and Athlete 200 Series launched in February 2008; the Crown Hybrid followed in May 2008. Toyota substantially revised appearance and equipment in February 2010. The replacement S210 Royal/Athlete generation launched in December 2012, so the SEVS endpoint of July 2013 does not imply that all S200 variants were manufactured until that month.
The four chassis are listed under separate SEVS approvals. MRE-000690 is an in-force Model Report with scope covering all four variants. Other in-force reports can have narrower chassis coverage, such as MRE-000018 for GRS202/GRS204 and MRE-000016 for GWS204. An individual vehicle must match the approval and the Model Report used for its import.
The chassis on this page (GRS202 / GRS203 / GRS204 / GWS204) are approved for import to Australia under SEVS approvals SEV-000723, SEV-000724, SEV-000725 and SEV-000726. In-force Model Report example MRE-000690 covers all four; narrower reports such as MRE-000018 (GRS202/GRS204) and MRE-000016 (GWS204) also exist.
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| Code | Engine | Drivetrain | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRS202 | 3.0L V6 | RWD | Luxury |
| GRS203 | 3.0L V6 | AWD (i-Four) | Luxury and traction |
| GRS204 | 3.5L V6 | RWD | Performance |
| GWS204 | 3.5L V6 Hybrid | RWD | Hybrid luxury and performance |
Japanese-market Crown Royal Saloon with the 3.0L V6 and rear-wheel drive. Engine configuration and drivetrain are separate attributes; i-Four AWD models are covered under GRS203.
The Toyota Crown Royal Saloon GRS202 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000723.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3GR-FSE, 2,994cc naturally aspirated V6 |
| Power | 188kW (256PS) |
| Torque | 314Nm |
| Transmission | Six-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm |
These are Prestige Car Imports’ estimated starting prices in AUD for typical Japanese-auction examples, based on AUD 1 = JPY 105. Final cost varies with vehicle condition, kilometres, auction results, exchange rates, shipping and applicable compliance costs. Figures are estimates only, not guaranteed purchase prices. All prices are in AUD and include vehicle purchase, importation and compliance. Roadworthy certificate, registration and stamp duty costs are excluded. Auction examples are provided as general pricing references. Individual vehicles must meet the applicable SEVS and Model Report requirements to be eligible for import.
From around
$10,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$12,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$10,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$10,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$11,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
The GRS202 is the rear-wheel-drive 3.0L 3GR-FSE V6 Royal Saloon, with a six-speed automatic. Genuine grades and special editions are separated below so special editions are not mistaken for a permanent equipment hierarchy.
| Toyota factory grade / version | Production or status | Key distinction |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Royal Saloon G Leg-Rest / Ottoman Package | Factory G-grade package | Top rear-passenger comfort configuration. The leg-rest package is an option/version of Royal Saloon G, not a different engine. |
| 3.0 Royal Saloon G | Regular luxury grade | Higher rear-cabin comfort, trim and convenience than the standard Royal Saloon. |
| 3.0 Royal Saloon | Regular luxury grade | Core RWD Royal Saloon specification with 3.0L V6 and six-speed automatic. |
| Royal Saloon Anniversary Edition | Time-limited editions, 2009–2011 | Year-specific commemorative styling and interior details. Equipment differed between anniversary editions and model years. |
| Royal Saloon Premium Edition | 2012 special edition | Special grille/lighting finish, upgraded fabric and interior trim. Not a permanently higher-grade substitute for Royal Saloon G. |
| Specification | Toyota-confirmed detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3GR-FSE 2,994cc naturally aspirated V6 |
| Output | 188 kW (256 PS), 314 Nm |
| Transmission | Six-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five-seat sedan |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Variant / period | Toyota factory feature | Status and buyer note |
|---|---|---|
| GRS202 G Royal Saloon, 2008 launch | Leg-Rest/Ottoman Package | Factory package on Royal Saloon G, not universal to all GRS202 cars. |
| GRS203 Royal Saloon i-Four, 2008 launch | U Package | Factory higher-equipment package for the 3.0L AWD Royal Saloon. |
| GRS204 Athlete 3.5L, 2008 launch | G Package | Factory optional package / higher trim, not a separate high-output engine variant. |
| GWS204 2008 launch | Standard Package | Factory lower-equipment package; the original regular Hybrid has a richer interior specification. |
| GWS204 2009 | Special Edition | Factory limited special edition that deliberately reduced equipment: fabric instead of leather upholstery and removal of selected luxury systems. |
| All S200, February 2010 facelift | Updated grille, bumpers, fog-lamp surrounds, rear lamps and cabin trim | Facelift factory changes; avoid describing a 2008 car as having 2010 bodywork. |
| February 2010 Royal/Athlete with HDD navigation | Revised navigation; USB input in centre console | Applies to cars with factory navigation, not all grades/years. |
| GWS204 from February 2010 | L Package and G Package | New facelift packages, not available at GWS204’s May 2008 debut. |
| 2009–2011 Royal Saloon, selected years | Anniversary Edition | Time-limited factory editions; special stitching, trim/keys and appointment changes vary by edition. |
| 2012 Royal Saloon, selected variants | Premium Edition | Time-limited factory edition with dedicated exterior trim and high-grade fabric, not automatically leather. |
| Selected Crown 200 Series cars | Pre-crash Safety System, driver monitoring, radar cruise, enhanced vehicle dynamics | Year/grade/option-dependent; buyer should not assume every car has the whole feature list. |
| Selected Crown 200 Series cars | HDD navigation, premium audio and power/ventilated/heated seating | Grade/option-dependent, including Japanese-language/in-market functionality limitations. |
The GRS202 combines a 3.0L V6 and six-speed automatic with Toyota’s traditional Royal Saloon cabin. The G and Leg-Rest Package are the more rear-passenger-focused specifications; Anniversary and Premium Editions are year-specific.
Primary sources: ROVER SEVS approval SEV-000726 · ROVER MRE-000690 (all four variants) · ROVER MRE-000016 (GWS204) · Toyota original 2008 Crown launch · Toyota February 2010 facelift · Toyota June 2009 Hybrid Special Edition · Toyota S210 replacement launch, December 2012
Royal Saloon luxury with Toyota i-Four all-wheel drive. The engine remains the 3.0L V6; i-Four describes the drivetrain only.
The Toyota Crown Royal Saloon GRS203 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000724.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3GR-FSE, 2,994cc naturally aspirated V6 |
| Power | 188kW (256PS) |
| Torque | 314Nm |
| Transmission | Six-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Toyota i-Four four-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm |
These are Prestige Car Imports’ estimated starting prices in AUD for typical Japanese-auction examples, based on AUD 1 = JPY 105. Individual grade cards are not shown for this chassis because recent market examples are best represented as a range. Figures are estimates only, not guaranteed purchase prices. All prices are in AUD and include vehicle purchase, importation and compliance. Roadworthy certificate, registration and stamp duty costs are excluded. Auction examples are provided as general pricing references. Individual vehicles must meet the applicable SEVS and Model Report requirements to be eligible for import.
From around
$10,000 to $16,000 AUD
landed and complied (estimate range)
The GRS203 is the 3.0L 3GR-FSE V6 Royal Saloon i-Four with Toyota’s all-wheel-drive system. “i-Four” identifies the drivetrain, not a separate engine family.
| Toyota factory grade / version | Production or status | Key distinction |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Royal Saloon i-Four U Package | Factory premium AWD package | Highest regular AWD Royal Saloon equipment package, adding premium rear-cabin comfort and convenience. |
| 3.0 Royal Saloon i-Four | Regular AWD grade | Core 3.0L V6 with i-Four AWD, luxury-oriented interior and six-speed automatic. |
| Royal Saloon i-Four Anniversary Edition | Time-limited editions, 2009–2011 | Year-specific Japanese-market commemorative trim. Equipment differed between anniversary editions and model years. |
| Royal Saloon i-Four Premium Edition | 2012 special edition | Distinctive exterior/interior treatments and premium fabric, not automatically leather seats. |
| Specification | Toyota-confirmed detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3GR-FSE 2,994cc naturally aspirated V6 |
| Output | 188 kW (256 PS), 314 Nm |
| Transmission | Six-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Toyota i-Four AWD |
| Seating | Five-seat sedan |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
GRS203 uses the same 3.0L V6 family with Toyota i-Four four-wheel drive. The U Package is the higher regular equipment specification. Compare exact build-year options rather than assuming every i-Four has the same luxury features.
Primary sources: ROVER SEVS approval SEV-000724 · Japan import calculator
Performance-focused Crown Athlete with the 3.5L 2GR-FSE V6 and rear-wheel drive.
The Toyota Crown Athlete GRS204 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000725.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2GR-FSE, 3,456cc naturally aspirated V6 |
| Power | 232kW (315PS) |
| Torque | 377Nm |
| Transmission | Six-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm |
These are Prestige Car Imports’ estimated starting prices in AUD for typical Japanese-auction Crown Athlete examples, based on AUD 1 = JPY 105. Final cost varies with vehicle condition, kilometres, auction results, exchange rates, shipping and applicable compliance costs. Figures are estimates only, not guaranteed purchase prices. All prices are in AUD and include vehicle purchase, importation and compliance. Roadworthy certificate, registration and stamp duty costs are excluded. Auction examples are provided as general pricing references. Individual vehicles must meet the applicable SEVS and Model Report requirements to be eligible for import.
From around
$12,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$13,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$11,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
The GRS204 is the performance-oriented 3.5L 2GR-FSE V6 Crown Athlete, with rear-wheel drive and six-speed Super ECT automatic transmission. All variants share the same 3.5L naturally aspirated V6; special editions add styling/trim rather than an upgraded engine.
| Toyota factory grade / version | Status | Key distinction |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Athlete G Package | Higher regular equipment package | Premium upholstery, greater passenger comfort and convenience, above standard Athlete. |
| 3.5 Athlete | Regular performance grade | Sportier exterior, 18-inch wheels and original 3.5L V6/RWD specification. |
| 3.5 Athlete Anniversary Edition | 2009 commemorative special edition | Distinctive alloys, grille and interior trim based on the Athlete; not automatically equal to the G Package. |
| Specification | Toyota-confirmed detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2GR-FSE 3,456cc naturally aspirated V6 |
| Output | 232 kW (315 PS) / 377 Nm |
| Transmission | Six-speed Super ECT automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five seats |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Body (some 2008 data) | 4,870 × 1,795 × 1,470 mm; later facelift/grade dimensions can vary |
GRS204 offers 232 kW of naturally aspirated V6 power and rear-wheel drive. The G Package adds comfort equipment, while the original Athlete and Anniversary Edition provide different styling and trim.
Primary sources: Australian Government SEVS approval SEV-000725 · Model report MRE-000018 · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs · Eligible Vehicles directory
Rear-wheel-drive Crown Hybrid with Toyota THS II and combined system output of 254kW (345PS). Introduced May 2008.
The Toyota Crown Hybrid GWS204 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000726.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine / system | 3.5L V6 petrol-electric hybrid |
| Combined system output | 254kW (345PS) |
| Hybrid system | Toyota THS II with two-stage motor speed reduction device |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm |
| Introduction | May 2008 |
These are Prestige Car Imports’ estimated starting prices in AUD for typical Japanese-auction examples, based on AUD 1 = JPY 105. Final cost varies with vehicle condition, kilometres, auction results, exchange rates, shipping and applicable compliance costs. Figures are estimates only, not guaranteed purchase prices. All prices are in AUD and include vehicle purchase, importation and compliance. Roadworthy certificate, registration and stamp duty costs are excluded. Auction examples are provided as general pricing references. Individual vehicles must meet the applicable SEVS and Model Report requirements to be eligible for import.
From around
$12,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$11,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$14,200 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$11,250 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$10,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
From around
$11,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
The GWS204 is the rear-wheel-drive Crown Hybrid 3.5L V6, launched in May 2008 with Toyota THS II and a two-stage motor speed reduction device. Toyota reported 254 kW (345 PS) combined system output for the original system; it is not a separate 3.5L V8.
| Toyota factory grade / version | Production / status | Key distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid G Package | From February 2010 facelift | Higher facelift luxury equipment package; not a 2008-launch grade. |
| Hybrid L Package | From February 2010 facelift | Mid-level facelift comfort package. |
| Hybrid | Regular grade | Original higher-equipment hybrid; trim and equipment changed with February 2010 facelift. |
| Hybrid Standard Package | 2008-launch lower-equipment package | Simplified equipment and cabin relative to original Hybrid. |
| Hybrid Special Edition | From July 2009 | Factory special edition with simplified equipment including treated fabric upholstery; not a higher-luxury grade. |
| Hybrid Anniversary Edition | December 2010 commemorative edition | 55th-anniversary interior and trim detailing, based on facelift-era hybrid specification. |
| Specification | Toyota-confirmed detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2GR-FSE 3,456cc naturally aspirated V6 plus electric motor |
| Hybrid system | Toyota THS II two-stage motor speed reduction |
| Combined system output | 254 kW (345 PS) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five seats |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Introduction | May 2008 |
GWS204 uses a 3.5L V6 plus electric drive for 254 kW combined output. A pre-facelift Hybrid has different interior and appearance appointments from the February 2010 facelift, when L and G Packages arrived. The July 2009 Special Edition is a simplified version, not an upgrade.
Primary sources: ROVER SEVS approval SEV-000726 · Japan import calculator
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