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Toyota Crown Sport (AZSH36 / AZSH37)

Both AZSH36 and AZSH37 appear under SEV-000587. PCI’s advertised selection is 10/2023–02/2025 with under 80,000 km. We confirm each vehicle before purchase.

Production history

  • October 2023: Toyota announced the Crown Sport SPORT Z 2.5L self-charging hybrid, with Japanese deliveries planned from November.
  • 19 December 2023: Toyota launched the SPORT RS 2.5L plug-in hybrid with Adaptive Variable Suspension, stronger system output and a quoted 90km WLTC electric driving range.
  • October 2024: A limited SPORT RS “THE LIMITED-MATTE METAL” specification joined the range, with a distinctive matte finish and themed interior details.
  • July 2025: Toyota introduced the SPORT G entry hybrid and special SPORT Z “THE 70th” and SPORT RS “THE 70th” models. These are genuine Toyota grades/editions; they sit outside PCI’s advertised 10/2023–02/2025 import selection.

AZSH36 – Crown Sport Hybrid 4WD

Self-charging Crown Sport Hybrid on AZSH36 (SPORT Z HEV). PCI’s advertised import selection is builds 10/2023–02/2025 with under 80,000 km.

Toyota Crown Sport AZSH36 crossover suitable for import from Japan to Australia
Toyota Crown Sport AZSH36 crossover suitable for import from Japan to Australia

Approved for Import to Australia

ChassisAZSH36 SPORT Z HEV

SEVSSEV-000587 (Environmental)

Model ReportsMRE-000703 / MRE-000706 / MRE-000689 / MRE-000728

PCI import selection10/2023–02/2025; under 80,000 km

We confirm each vehicle’s eligibility before purchase.

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Specification Detail
Chassis AZSH36
Engine A25A-FXS, 2,487cc naturally aspirated petrol four-cylinder hybrid
Drive E-Four electric all-wheel drive
Transmission Toyota hybrid e-CVT
Original Japanese catalogue fuel economy Approximately 21.3km/L WLTC for SPORT Z
Dimensions 4,720mm long × 1,880mm wide × 1,565mm high
Seating Five
Distinctive technology Dynamic Rear Steering, factory Toyota Safety Sense and grade-specific driver assistance
Main import pathway SEV-000587; check the matching MRE as described above

Estimated Landed & Complied Pricing

Estimated landed and complied prices in AUD at AUD 1 = JPY 105 for AZSH36. High, median and low cards are drawn from recent Japan auction sold results for this chassis. Final cost varies with condition, kilometres, auction results, shipping and compliance. Not a quote. 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.

The displayed Japanese auction examples are indicative purchase and landed-cost references. PCI’s advertised import selection ends 02/2025 with under 80,000 km. A 2025 example’s build month must be verified before treating it as within that selection.

2025 Z 4WD

High end

$58,300 AUD

Estimated landed and complied price

  • Auction grade 5
  • Approx. 20,000 km
  • Build-month eligibility unconfirmed under PCI’s advertised 10/2023–02/2025 selection
Example pricing – subject to change · not a quote · auction reference only
2024 Z 4WD

Median

$54,900 AUD

Estimated landed and complied price

  • Auction grade 4.5
  • Approx. 21,000 km
Example pricing – subject to change · not a quote
2024 Z 4WD

Low end

$51,900 AUD

Estimated landed and complied price

  • Auction grade 4.5
  • Approx. 16,000 km
Example pricing – subject to change · not a quote

Factory Grades & Equipment

Genuine Toyota grade Equipment and import relevance
SPORT Z (from late 2023) Original self-charging hybrid grade with premium cabin, genuine 21-inch wheel/tyre specification, E-Four AWD and dynamic rear steering. Original self-charging hybrid grade within PCI’s advertised 10/2023–02/2025 selection, subject to under 80,000 km.
SPORT G (from July 2025) Later Toyota entry hybrid grade from July 2025. Genuine factory specification; outside PCI’s advertised 10/2023–02/2025 import selection.
SPORT Z “THE 70th” (from July 2025) Toyota anniversary edition from July 2025. Outside PCI’s advertised 10/2023–02/2025 import selection.

PCI’s advertised import selection is 10/2023–02/2025 with under 80,000 km. Later SPORT G and anniversary editions sit outside that advertised selection. We confirm each vehicle before purchase.

Australian Market Pricing & Potential Savings

Australian asking prices below are recent advertised asking prices (not recorded sale prices), used for comparison with the approved landed and complied import estimates on this page.

Year Spec Australian asking price Kilometres
2024 Sport Z $63,990 AUD 4,915 km
2024 Sport Z $65,888 AUD 3,700 km
2024 Sport Z $67,900 AUD 4,100 km
2024 Sport Z $69,800 AUD 10,983 km
Year Spec Auction grade Kilometres Potential savings
2025 Z 4WD 5 20,000 km $8,500 AUD
2024 Z 4WD 4.5 21,000 km $12,000 AUD
2024 Z 4WD 4.5 16,000 km $15,000 AUD
Potential savings importing: Approximately $8,500 to $15,000 AUD. Indicative only – not guaranteed.

Factory Options & Packages

Original SPORT Z equipment

Original SPORT Z equipment includes Toyota Safety Sense, premium interior appointments, 21-inch alloys, connected navigation/display functions and Dynamic Rear Steering.

Year- and option-dependent features

Depending on year and factory option choices, individual vehicles may have panoramic-view or advanced park assistance, roof/paint combinations, audio upgrades, two-tone finishes and selected driver-assistance technology.

Not standard on every car

Manufacturer options are not standard on every SPORT Z. Later SPORT G and anniversary cars have different original grade content.

Useful information for Crown Sport Hybrid buyers

Points that help when choosing between hybrid grades and build dates.

Dynamic Rear Steering

Hybrid Sport models use rear-wheel steering to tighten low-speed manoeuvring and improve high-speed stability – a Sport-specific handling feature versus Crown Crossover.

Cabin equipment on Z

Z generally brings leather and more seat/steering comfort equipment as standard. Not every Z is identically optioned; equipment varies between individual cars.

Not the plug-in RS

AZSH36 is the self-charging hybrid (Toyota Japan: Sport Z family). If you want EV commuting range and AC/DC charging, that is AZSH37 Sport RS PHEV.

Sources: ROVER / SEVS · Toyota Japan catalogue archive · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs

AZSH37 – Crown Sport RS / PHEV 4WD

Crown Sport RS plug-in hybrid on AZSH37 (SPORT RS PHEV). PCI’s advertised import selection is builds 10/2023–02/2025 with under 80,000 km.

Toyota Crown Sport AZSH37 crossover suitable for import from Japan to Australia
Toyota Crown Sport AZSH37 crossover suitable for import from Japan to Australia

Approved for Import to Australia

ChassisAZSH37 SPORT RS PHEV

SEVSSEV-000587 (Environmental)

Model ReportsMRE-000703 / MRE-000706 / MRE-000689 / MRE-000728

PCI import selection10/2023–02/2025; under 80,000 km

We confirm each vehicle’s eligibility before purchase.

View SEV-000587 →

View MRE-000703 →

Specification Detail
Chassis AZSH37
Engine A25A-FXS, 2,487cc petrol four-cylinder plug-in hybrid
Toyota combined system output 225kW (306PS)
Drive E-Four electric all-wheel drive
Transmission Toyota plug-in hybrid transmission
Electric range Up to 90km WLTC on full charge (Japanese test result)
Hybrid fuel economy Approximately 20.3km/L WLTC (Japanese test)
Battery/equipment Large-capacity lithium-ion battery; AC/DC charging capability
Chassis/suspension PHEV-specific body bracing and Adaptive Variable Suspension
Main import pathway SEV-000587; report-specific date and odometer conditions as above

Estimated Landed & Complied Pricing

Estimated landed and complied prices in AUD at AUD 1 = JPY 105 for AZSH37. High, median and low cards are drawn from recent Japan auction sold results for this chassis. Final cost varies with condition, kilometres, auction results, shipping and compliance. Not a quote. 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.

The displayed Japanese auction examples are indicative purchase and landed-cost references. PCI’s advertised import selection ends 02/2025 with under 80,000 km. A 2025 example’s build month must be verified before treating it as within that selection.

2024 RS 4WD

High end

$62,300 AUD

Estimated landed and complied price

  • Auction grade 5
  • Approx. 2,000 km
Example pricing – subject to change · not a quote
2024 RS 4WD

Median

$59,100 AUD

Estimated landed and complied price

  • Auction grade 4
  • Approx. 22,000 km
Example pricing – subject to change · not a quote
2024 RS 4WD

Low end

$56,900 AUD

Estimated landed and complied price

  • Auction grade 5
  • Approx. 23,000 km
Example pricing – subject to change · not a quote

Factory Grades & Equipment

Genuine Toyota grade / edition Key differences
SPORT RS (from December 2023) Factory plug-in hybrid; 225kW system output, E-Four AWD, Adaptive Variable Suspension, larger battery and charging equipment; genuine sporty PHEV cabin and hardware
SPORT RS “THE LIMITED-MATTE METAL” (from 2024) Limited Toyota specification with matte-metal exterior, Black Luster cabin theme and special trim; based on the SPORT RS PHEV
SPORT RS “THE 70th” (from July 2025) Anniversary Toyota edition from July 2025; outside PCI’s advertised 10/2023–02/2025 import selection

PCI’s advertised import selection is 10/2023–02/2025 with under 80,000 km. Later SPORT G and anniversary editions sit outside that advertised selection. We confirm each vehicle before purchase.

Australian Market Pricing & Potential Savings

Australian asking prices below are recent advertised asking prices (not recorded sale prices), used for comparison with the approved landed and complied import estimates on this page.

Year Spec Australian asking price Kilometres
2024 Sport RS $76,999 AUD 13,695 km
2024 Sport RS PHEV $78,888 AUD 18,237 km
Year Spec Auction grade Kilometres Potential savings
2024 Rs 4WD 5 2,000 km $15,500 AUD
2024 Rs 4WD 4 22,000 km $19,000 AUD
2024 Rs 4WD 5 23,000 km $21,000 AUD
Potential savings importing: Approximately $15,500 to $21,000 AUD. Indicative only – not guaranteed.

Factory Options & Packages

PHEV-specific features

SPORT RS offers PHEV-specific features including Toyota’s high-output plug-in drive, AVS, E-Four traction, AC/DC charging and external power supply capability.

External power supply

Original 2023 Toyota literature documents 1,500W AC 100V external supply and My Room Mode. These are Japanese-market features; local Australian charging and power-outlet compatibility should be verified rather than promised unchanged.

Specification variation

Factory paint, roof, cabin colour and advanced parking technologies vary by year and individual specification. Dealer-installed styling or retrofit charging accessories are not factory grades.

Useful information for Crown Sport RS PHEV buyers

Model-specific points that affect ownership if you choose the plug-in RS.

Adaptive Variable Suspension

RS PHEV uses AVS to vary damper force at each wheel. Toyota introduced it with the PHEV to keep the heavier plug-in chassis composed – a clear difference from the self-charging hybrid.

Charge it to feel the difference

System output around 225kW and the strong front motor are most obvious with a charged battery. Without charging you carry extra mass for less benefit.

AC and DC charging

The RS inlet supports normal AC charging and DC rapid charging (Toyota quotes roughly 80% in about 38 minutes on rapid charge under their published conditions).

Power out / V2H

Standard external AC power supply (up to 1,500W) and Vehicle-to-Home capability via the rapid-charge inlet with a separate V2H device – useful for outdoor use or backup power.

Japanese market names

In Japan, AZSH37 is sold as Crown Sport RS (plug-in hybrid) and AZSH36 as Crown Sport Z (self-charging hybrid). Use those names when comparing auction listings.

Sources: ROVER / SEVS · Toyota Japan catalogue archive · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs

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