Toyota Crown S210 Series V6 & Hybrid (GRS214 / GWS214)
The Crown S210 offers two distinct 3.5L V6 options: the GRS214 Athlete petrol V6 and the GWS214 Majesta hybrid. Compare grades, specs and estimated landed pricing.
This information was relevant on the day this page was prepared. Pricing, eligibility and requirements can change. Confirm the latest details with Prestige Car Imports before you buy.
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.
Toyota Crown S210 V6 & Hybrid
The Crown S210 offers two distinct 3.5L V6 options. The GRS214 Athlete has a naturally aspirated 2GR-FSE petrol V6, eight-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive, with sportier Crown styling. The GWS214 Majesta is a longer-wheelbase luxury sedan with a 2GR-FXE V6 hybrid, a hybrid transmission and more rear-passenger equipment. Both have separate SEVS approvals and Model Reports, so select a car by its actual chassis and powertrain rather than the Crown badge alone.
Production history
- December 2012: Toyota launches the redesigned 14th-generation Crown Athlete; GRS214 3.5L V6 models use an eight-speed automatic.
- September 2013: The GWS214 Crown Majesta 3.5L V6 Hybrid begins Japanese-market production, with a 75mm longer wheelbase than the Royal/Athlete.
- October 2015: Toyota refreshes the Crown family and improves technology/safety offerings. Equipment varies by production month.
- August 2016: The Majesta J-FRONTIER special edition is introduced; Toyota Safety Sense P becomes standard across the Majesta range.
- April 2018: End of the main S210 production period for these configurations.
Import scope: GRS214 SEV-000721 runs 12/2012–04/2018 with matching in-force Model Reports including MRE-000092 (12/2012–04/2018) and MRE-000342. GWS214 SEV-000722 runs 12/2012–04/2018; MRE-000075 specifies 09/2013–04/2018, reflecting the actual Majesta launch. Other in-force GWS214 reports, including MRE-000139, may use wider report date limits, but those do not mean GWS214 Majestas were manufactured before September 2013. Eligibility depends on the actual report used.
| Feature | GRS214 Athlete | GWS214 Majesta Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 petrol (2GR-FSE) | 3.5L V6 hybrid (2GR-FXE) |
| Output | 232kW petrol | 252kW combined |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | Toyota THS II hybrid |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm | 2,925mm |
| Character | Sporty Athlete sedan | Flagship hybrid luxury |
Hybrid combined output is not the same as petrol-only engine output.
GRS214 – Toyota Crown Athlete 3.5L V6
Sporty rear-wheel-drive Crown with a naturally aspirated 3.5L V6 and eight-speed automatic. Grades: Athlete G (higher luxury) and Athlete S.
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| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2GR-FSE 3,456cc naturally aspirated V6, D-4S |
| Factory engine output | 232kW (315PS), 377Nm |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Factory transmission | Eight-speed Super ECT automatic with manual-select mode |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm |
| Body | Five-seat, four-door sedan |
| Import approval | SEV-000721, 12/2012–04/2018; matching MRE-000092 / MRE-000342 |
Estimated Landed & Complied Pricing
Starting estimates in AUD at AUD 1 = JPY 105. Final cost varies with condition, kilometres, auction results, shipping and compliance. Not a quote. 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
$20,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4, approx. 105,000 km
- Highest regular Athlete specification
From around
$17,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 3.5, approx. 100,000 km
- Sport-oriented Athlete, fewer luxury options
Factory Grades & Equipment
| Genuine Toyota grade | Factory positioning and meaningful equipment |
|---|---|
| Athlete S 3.5 | Sport-oriented 3.5L petrol V6 with 8AT, Athlete exterior design, paddle shift and grade-specific alloy wheels. A well-equipped factory sports sedan rather than a base Royal. |
| Athlete G 3.5 | Higher-grade luxury Athlete with more comfort/convenience and powered seating equipment. Leather, seat ventilation/heating, memory settings and rear-passenger equipment vary with year and packages, so they are not guaranteed on every Athlete G. |
Australian Market Pricing & Potential Savings
| Grade | Est. landed & complied | Australian asking prices |
|---|---|---|
| Athlete G | From $20,000 | $26,000+ AUD, around 100,000km |
| Athlete S | From $17,000 | $22,000+ AUD, around 130,000km |
Potential savings importing: Approximately $5,000 AUD. Indicative only – not guaranteed.
Factory Options & Packages
Factory offerings changed over 2012–2018. Confirm exact equipment from Toyota’s year-specific Japanese catalogue or the car’s genuine option record.
| Equipment / option | What buyers should know |
|---|---|
| Seating and comfort | Leather seating; heated/ventilated seating on applicable cars; power and memory-seat equipment. |
| Roof, audio and navigation | Sunroof and premium navigation/audio packages varied across 2012–2018. |
| Driver assistance | Enhanced driver assistance, intelligent parking and clearance-sensor technologies depended on year and package. |
| Separate chassis | The turbocharged 2.0L Athlete-T is ARS210, not GRS214; AWD i-Four 2.5L models are GRS211, not GRS214. |
Useful information for Athlete buyers
Strong naturally aspirated V6
232kW and 377Nm without a turbo or hybrid system – responsive and refined.
Eight-speed automatic
Quick when you want it, relaxed on the highway.
Rear-wheel drive
Traditional RWD character that sets the Athlete apart from many front-drive luxury cars.
Sporty styling
Bold crown-shaped grille, aggressive bumpers and factory 18-inch wheels.
October 2015 update
Later cars from the October 2015 update gained revised styling and chassis refinements.
Safety equipment varies
Stability control is core. Radar driver aids and Toyota Safety Sense P depend on year and options.
Sources: ROVER / SEVS · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs
GWS214 – Toyota Crown Majesta 3.5L V6 Hybrid
Flagship rear-wheel-drive Majesta Hybrid with Toyota’s 3.5L V6 hybrid system. Japanese launch September 2013. Grades from F Version J-FRONTIER to standard Majesta.
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| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2GR-FXE 3,456cc naturally aspirated V6 Atkinson-cycle hybrid |
| Petrol engine output | 215kW (292PS), 354Nm |
| Toyota combined hybrid output | 252kW (343PS); not the petrol engine output |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | THS II hybrid transmission with two-stage motor reduction |
| Wheelbase | 2,925mm |
| Body | Five-seat luxury sedan |
| Import approval | SEV-000722, 12/2012–04/2018; MRE-000075 specifically 09/2013–04/2018; alternative MRE-000139 |
Estimated Landed & Complied Pricing
Starting estimates in AUD at AUD 1 = JPY 105. Final cost varies with condition, kilometres, auction results, shipping and compliance. Not a quote. 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
$34,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4+, approx. 90,000 km
- August 2016 special edition; limited sales data
From around
$21,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4+, approx. 110,000 km
- Highest regular luxury grade
From around
$20,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4+, approx. 100,000-150,000 km
- Standard hybrid luxury grade; limited sales data
Factory Grades & Equipment
| Genuine Toyota grade | Factory positioning and meaningful equipment |
|---|---|
| Majesta | Original 3.5L hybrid luxury grade. LED headlights, premium interior, front-seat comfort, Blind Spot Monitor and Adaptive High-beam technology were part of the documented original grade presentation. |
| Majesta F Version | Higher-equipment five-seat specification with upgraded leather and rear-passenger comfort, powered/heated rear seating and rear climate conveniences. Original Toyota documentation lists pre-collision safety, radar cruise and intelligent clearance sonar as standard here. |
| Majesta F Version J-FRONTIER (from August 2016) | Genuine Toyota special edition based on F Version, with premium Nappa leather, distinctive Smoky Brown interior and layered-wood steering wheel. Its name and equipment should not be applied to earlier cars. |
Australian Market Pricing & Potential Savings
| Grade | Est. landed & complied | Australian asking prices |
|---|---|---|
| Majesta F Version J-FRONTIER | From $34,500 | $39,000+ AUD |
| Majesta F Version | From $21,000 | $27,000+ AUD |
| Majesta | From $20,000 | $25,000+ AUD |
Potential savings importing: Approximately $5,000 AUD. Indicative only – not guaranteed.
Factory Options & Packages
Confirm original versus optional equipment against the specific Japanese car and production month.
| Equipment / option | What buyers should know |
|---|---|
| 2013 Advanced Package | On the original 2013 standard Majesta, pre-collision safety, radar cruise control and Intelligent Clearance Sonar were included in Toyota’s optional Advanced Package, while they were standard on the original F Version. |
| Factory options | A moonroof, 18-inch alloys and selected convenience items were available as documented factory options. |
| August 2016 update | Toyota Safety Sense P became standard on the Majesta range in August 2016. |
| Separate chassis | AWS215 Majesta Four is a 2.5L AWD hybrid with a different chassis and is not a GWS214 factory grade. |
Useful information for Majesta Hybrid buyers
Powerful V6 hybrid
252kW combined with smooth hybrid acceleration – not a conventional eight-speed automatic.
Longer wheelbase
2,925mm – 75mm longer than the Athlete – with a more formal vertical-bar grille.
F Version rear luxury
Heated and power-adjustable rear seats for a stronger executive feel.
J-FRONTIER special
Nappa leather, Smoky Brown cabin and genuine layered-wood steering wheel.
Efficiency note
Original JC08 rating 18.2km/L; real-world use varies.
Not the AWD Majesta Four
This page covers GWS214 only. The separate 2.5L AWD Majesta Four (AWS215) is a different model.
Sources: ROVER / SEVS · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs
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