Toyota Crown S220 Series 2.5L Hybrid (AZSH20 / AZSH21)
Import a Toyota Crown S220 2.5L hybrid: AZSH20 rear-wheel drive or AZSH21 E-Four all-wheel drive. Compare grades, special editions and estimated landed pricing.
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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.
Toyota Crown S220 2.5L Hybrid
The 15th-generation Toyota Crown S220 combines a 2.5L A25A-FXS hybrid with the choice of AZSH20 rear-wheel drive or AZSH21 E-Four electric all-wheel drive. Both use a hybrid e-CVT, but have different chassis codes, factory grade names and Australian SEVS approvals. Choose from comfort-led G and S grades, sportier RS grades and genuine Toyota special editions produced in particular years.
Toyota launched the S220 in June 2018, added limited editions in 2019 and 2020, improved smartphone connectivity in April 2020, then substantially revised the cabin screens and Toyota Safety Sense in November 2020. The generation remained in Japan’s range until July 2022. The equipment fitted to a 2018 Crown is not automatically the same as a 2021 model.
Production history
- June 2018: Toyota launches the S220 2.5L hybrid with AZSH20 rear-wheel drive and AZSH21 E-Four electric all-wheel drive.
- 2019–2020: Limited editions join the range, including S Sport Style and RS Limited specials.
- April 2020: Smartphone connectivity improves, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support.
- November 2020: Cabin screens and Toyota Safety Sense are substantially revised; later B / RS-B grades appear.
- July 2022: End of the Japanese S220 2.5L hybrid production window covered by the matching Model Reports.
The equipment fitted to a 2018 Crown is not automatically the same as a 2021 model.
| Feature | AZSH20 RWD | AZSH21 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L A25A-FXS hybrid | 2.5L A25A-FXS hybrid |
| Combined power | 166kW | 166kW |
| Transmission | Hybrid e-CVT | Hybrid e-CVT |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive | E-Four AWD |
| Wheelbase | 2,920mm | 2,920mm |
| Seating | Five | Five |
| Character | Efficient RWD hybrid luxury | Efficient AWD hybrid luxury |
AZSH20 – Toyota Crown S220 2.5L Hybrid RWD
Rear-wheel-drive S220 Crown with Toyota’s 2.5L hybrid system. Grades span luxury-focused G and S lines through sporty RS variants.
Approved for Import to Australia
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| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | A25A-FXS 2,487cc petrol hybrid |
| Toyota combined system output | Approximately 166kW (226PS) |
| Transmission | Electronically controlled hybrid e-CVT |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five |
| Production | June 2018–July 2022 |
| SEVS | SEV-000943 |
| Example in-force Model Report | MRE-000367 for both chassis (06/2018–07/2022) |
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. 35,000 km
- Luxury-focused regular grade
From around
$37,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4+, approx. 45,000 km
- Flagship sporty grade
From around
$35,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4.5, approx. 40,000 km
- Sporty styling with adaptive suspension
From around
$32,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4+, approx. 30,000 km
- Enhanced standard grade
From around
$31,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4+, approx. 40,000 km
- Regular hybrid luxury specification
Factory Grades & Equipment
| Genuine Toyota grade / edition | Key distinctions |
|---|---|
| G | Higher regular comfort/luxury grade with premium interior trim, convenience and safety equipment |
| RS Advance | Highest regular 2.5L RS sport specification: distinctive RS bodywork/wheels, advanced technology and Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), equipment varying by year |
| RS | RS sports appearance and chassis specification, usually fewer comfort/convenience items than RS Advance |
| S C Package (2018–2020 original grade) | Enhanced early S grade with added safety, cabin and convenience equipment; not identical to later S equipment |
| S | Original core comfort-oriented 2.5L hybrid grade |
| B (introduced November 2020) | Later entry grade with a simplified equipment specification |
| RS-B (introduced November 2020) | Later lower-equipment RS family grade, distinct from the earlier RS Advance |
| S Elegance Style / Elegance Style II / Elegance Style III | Genuine year-specific S-based special editions, with dedicated cabin finishes/wheels; III arrived June 2021 |
| S Sport Style (2019–2020) | Genuine S-based sport appearance special edition |
| RS Limited / RS Limited II (2020 / June 2021) | Genuine RS-based specials; Limited II included distinctive matte-black wheels and leather/ventilated front seats |
Australian Market Pricing & Potential Savings
The Australian-market numbers in this table are illustrative estimates, not verified advertised asking prices or completed sale results. They are shown for a broad potential import-cost comparison. Request a current comparison against a reasonably similar Australian car for a more reliable estimate. Final savings depend on the particular car, condition, specification, on-road costs and exchange rate.
| Grade | Est. landed & complied | Est. Australian comparison |
|---|---|---|
| G | From $34,500 | Approx. $39,500 AUD |
| RS Advance | From $37,000 | Approx. $42,000 AUD |
| RS | From $35,500 | Approx. $40,500 AUD |
| S C Package | From $32,000 | Approx. $37,000 AUD |
| S | From $31,500 | Approx. $36,500 AUD |
Potential savings importing: Approximately $5,000 AUD. Indicative only – not guaranteed.
- Advertised examples (not estimates): AZSH20 RS Advance around $35,000 plus on-road costs (2018, 53,000km); AZSH20 S C Package approximately $37,000-$38,000 plus on-road costs (2019, 50,000km).
Factory Options & Packages
Factory equipment varied sharply by grade and model year. Confirm fitment on the individual Japanese car.
| Equipment / option | What buyers should know |
|---|---|
| RS / AVS equipment | AVS on RS specifications; leather and powered/heated/ventilated front seating on particular upper grades or packages. |
| Comfort and assistance | Sunroof, premium audio/navigation, blind-spot monitoring, panoramic-view/parking assistance and enhanced Toyota Safety Sense on applicable models. |
| Year-correct options | Factory or dealer option status must be assigned to the correct year and grade; these are not universal standard items. |
| 2020 updates | From April 2020 Toyota supported smartphone integration including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; the November 2020 revision introduced a 12.3-inch touchscreen and improved safety assistance. |
Useful information for AZSH20 buyers
Efficient 2.5L hybrid
166kW combined output with smooth hybrid e-CVT delivery – refined for daily use and touring.
Rear-wheel drive character
AZSH20 keeps traditional RWD balance; choose AZSH21 if you want E-Four AWD traction.
G versus RS grades
G leans luxury and comfort; RS grades add sportier styling, wheels and adaptive suspension.
Toyota Safety Sense
Driver-assistance packages are widely available on S220. Exact Safety Sense content can vary by year and options.
November 2020 update
Later cars gained equipment and infotainment revisions, plus RS-B and B grades.
Japanese fuel figures
Original Japanese WLTC figure is approximately 20.0km/L for AZSH20 – a laboratory rating, not a real-world guarantee.
Sources: ROVER / SEVS · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs
AZSH21 – Toyota Crown S220 2.5L Hybrid AWD
E-Four all-wheel-drive S220 Crown with the same 2.5L hybrid system as AZSH20. Grades cover luxury G lines and sporty RS Four variants.
Approved for Import to Australia
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| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | A25A-FXS 2,487cc petrol hybrid |
| Toyota combined system output | Approximately 166kW (226PS) |
| Transmission | Electronically controlled hybrid e-CVT |
| Drive | E-Four electric all-wheel drive |
| Seating | Five |
| Production | June 2018–July 2022 |
| SEVS | SEV-000941 |
| Example in-force Model Report | MRE-000367 for both chassis (06/2018–07/2022) |
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. Higher-kilometre examples can land lower – for instance G-Executive Four / G Four around $27,000 with 120,000km+, or S Four around $24,000 (Grade 3.5, 150,000km+). Examples over 80,000 km are auction references only and sit outside PCI’s advertised import selection.
From around
$32,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4, approx. 90,000 km
- Flagship luxury-focused AWD grade
- Outside advertised import criteria — auction reference only
From around
$32,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 3.5, approx. 50,000 km
- High-specification luxury AWD
From around
$31,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4, approx. 110,000 km
- Premium sporty AWD specification
- Outside advertised import criteria — auction reference only
From around
$28,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4, approx. 120,000 km
- RS styling with adaptive suspension
- Outside advertised import criteria — auction reference only
From around
$27,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4, approx. 118,000 km
- Enhanced standard AWD specification
- Outside advertised import criteria — auction reference only
From around
$33,000 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4.5, approx. 50,000 km
- Regular AWD hybrid; lower-km example
Factory Grades & Equipment
| Genuine Toyota AWD grade / edition | Key distinctions |
|---|---|
| G-Executive Four | Luxury flagship E-Four with enhanced interior/rear-passenger appointments |
| G Four | Premium comfort-oriented E-Four grade below G-Executive Four |
| RS Advance Four | Higher RS E-Four grade with RS styling, AVS and more convenience/driver assistance |
| RS Four | Sport-oriented E-Four grade with RS exterior and suspension specification |
| S Four C Package (2018–2020) | Enhanced early S Four specification; the C Package designation is period-specific |
| S Four | Core E-Four hybrid luxury grade |
| B Four / RS-B Four (from November 2020) | Later entry and simplified RS AWD grades; grade names and equipment changed with the facelift |
| S Four Elegance Style / Style II / Style III | Year-specific AWD versions of genuine S special editions; unique trim and wheels |
| S Four Sport Style | Period S Four appearance edition |
| RS Four Limited / Limited II | AWD RS-based Toyota special editions; Limited II dates to June 2021 |
Australian Market Pricing & Potential Savings
The Australian-market numbers in this table are illustrative estimates, not verified advertised asking prices or completed sale results. They are shown for a broad potential import-cost comparison. Request a current comparison against a reasonably similar Australian car for a more reliable estimate. Final savings depend on the particular car, condition, specification, on-road costs and exchange rate.
| Grade | Est. landed & complied | Est. Australian comparison |
|---|---|---|
| G-Executive Four | From $32,500 | Approx. $37,500 AUD |
| G Four | From $32,500 | Approx. $37,500 AUD |
| RS Advance Four | From $31,500 | Approx. $36,500 AUD |
| RS Four | From $28,500 | Approx. $33,500 AUD |
| S Four C Package | From $27,500 | Approx. $32,500 AUD |
| S Four | From $33,000 | Approx. $38,000 AUD |
Potential savings importing: Approximately $5,000 AUD. Indicative only – not guaranteed.
- Advertised example (not an estimate): AZSH21 G-Executive Four around $33,000 plus on-road costs at about 125,000km.
Factory Options & Packages
Confirm year-correct factory equipment on the specific AZSH21 before purchase.
| Equipment / option | What buyers should know |
|---|---|
| E-Four traction | E-Four uses an additional electric rear-drive function for traction; it does not turn the Crown into a dedicated off-road four-wheel drive. |
| Compare individual cars | Compare individual cars for premium leather and seat ventilation, sunroof, factory navigation/audio, parking camera systems, driver aids and AVS where fitted to the particular grade. |
| November 2020 revision | The revised November 2020 infotainment and Toyota Safety Sense equipment should not be described as factory standard on a 2018 example. |
Useful information for AZSH21 buyers
Efficient 2.5L hybrid
166kW combined with E-Four AWD – useful in wet or variable conditions without changing the hybrid character.
E-Four all-wheel drive
Electric rear-axle assistance for traction; AZSH20 remains the dedicated RWD choice.
G versus RS grades
G and G-Executive focus on luxury; RS Four grades add sportier styling and adaptive suspension.
Toyota Safety Sense
Exact Safety Sense content can vary by year and options on individual vehicles.
November 2020 update
Later cars gained equipment and infotainment revisions, plus RS-B Four and B Four grades.
Japanese fuel figures
Original Japanese WLTC figure is approximately 18.2km/L for AZSH21 – a laboratory rating, not a real-world guarantee.
Sources: ROVER / SEVS · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs
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