Toyota Prius PHV (ZVW52)
Import the Japanese-market Toyota Prius PHV ZVW52 from Japan. This 1.8L plug-in hybrid is available with S, A, A Premium and factory GR Sport equipment. Compare genuine packages and estimated landed and complied prices.
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 Prius PHV (ZVW52)
The ZVW52 is the earlier Prius PHV plug-in hybrid, with a 1.8L 2ZR-FXE petrol engine, 8.8kWh lithium-ion battery and front-wheel-drive hybrid transaxle. Toyota offered several factory trim and navigation packages during the later production years. This guide covers February 2020–December 2022 vehicles under SEV-000764; the fifth-generation MXWH61 PHEV has its own page.
Example landed and complied pricing on this page starts from about $22,300 AUD, with a recent auction-based median around $24,500 AUD (AUD 1 = JPY 105). Not a quote.
Related guides: Toyota Prius PHEV (MXWH61) import guide · Toyota Prius Hybrid E-Four (ZVW55) import guide
Production history
- February 2017: Redesigned Prius PHV launched in Japan, originally with S, A and A Premium grade families.
- September 2017: Toyota added S GR Sport factory styling and chassis tuning.
- 2019–2020: Five-seat late-model range and revised equipment packages appeared. Earlier four-seat launch specifications should not be treated as a universal late-model feature.
- July 2020: Toyota updated safety and external power equipment and offered a factory solar charging system across the Prius PHV grade range as an option.
ZVW52 – Prius PHV
Japanese-market Prius PHV plug-in hybrid. S and A grades (including Safety Package and A Premium) are the usual auction targets within the Model Report window.
Approved for Import to Australia
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View SEVS approval SEV-000764 →
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2ZR-FXE, 1,797cc petrol inline-four, 72kW / 142Nm |
| Hybrid motors | 1NM traction motor (53kW/163Nm), 1SM assist motor (23kW/40Nm) |
| High-voltage battery | 8.8kWh lithium-ion |
| Drivetrain/transmission | FWD, Toyota hybrid eCVT |
| Seats | Five in the later 2020–2022 specification; verify any unusual Japan-market variant |
| EV-only range | About 60km WLTC in relevant later Toyota literature; test figure, not guaranteed real-world range |
| Dimensions | About 4,645mm long × 1,760mm wide × 1,470mm high (equipment/GR trim may vary) |
Estimated Landed & Complied Pricing
Estimated landed and complied prices in AUD at AUD 1 = JPY 105 for ZVW52. 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.
High end
$27,800 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4.5
- Approx. 50,000 km
- Build month to be confirmed against PCI’s 02/2020–12/2022 selection
Median
$24,500 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 3.5
- Approx. 53,000 km
- Build month to be confirmed against PCI’s 02/2020–12/2022 selection
Low end
$22,300 AUD
Estimated landed and complied price
- Auction grade 4
- Approx. 44,000 km
- Build month to be confirmed against PCI’s 02/2020–12/2022 selection
Which grade should you choose?
Late 2020–2022 five-seat PHV grades share the same plug-in drivetrain. Navigation and GR Sport packages are factory distinctions — confirm the auction sheet.
| Grade | Factory specification | Buyers should know |
|---|---|---|
| S | Base plug-in grade | Simpler upholstery and cabin equipment; same 8.8kWh PHEV system. |
| S Safety Package | S with documented safety-package equipment | Check actual active-safety equipment and build year. |
| S Navigation Package | S-based grade with dedicated factory navigation specification | Larger navigation display was a defining factory package on the documented range; check Japan-language maps and connectivity. |
| A | Higher equipment | Upgraded interior/convenience equipment and a wider safety/convenience specification. |
| A Navigation Package | A with factory navigation specification | Equipment and display depend on model year; not a separate drivetrain. |
| A Premium | Luxury-oriented grade | Richer seat upholstery and comfort appointments. |
| A Premium Navigation Package | Premium grade with navigation package | Check the specific catalogue year and fitted features. |
| S GR Sport / S Navigation Package GR Sport | Genuine Toyota GR Sport variants | GR exterior/interior, factory sport suspension treatment, bracing and 18-inch wheels; retains the PHEV drivetrain. |
Australian Market Pricing & Potential Savings
Importing a comparable vehicle from Japan could potentially save you $5,000 AUD or more compared with buying an equivalent vehicle in Australia. Actual savings depend on the vehicle, specifications, condition, market prices and final import costs.
Factory Options & Packages
| Equipment / option | What buyers should know |
|---|---|
| Solar charging system | Factory option offered following the July 2020 update. Check that the individual vehicle has the panel and that it works correctly. |
| Navigation package / portrait display | Factory navigation packages were available on selected grades and were not standard on every S model. |
| 17-inch wheel option | Available on documented non-GR Sport model-year specifications; confirm the car’s fitted configuration. |
| GR Sport 18-inch wheel/chassis pack | Grade-specific factory equipment, not a universal optional pack on normal S/A models. |
| Toyota Safety Sense and parking support | Safety functions were enhanced in July 2020, including Toyota Safety Sense and clearance sonar updates; grade/year compatibility still matters. |
| External power supply / vehicle-to-load features | Toyota strengthened external power provision in July 2020; inspect outlet/adaptor and local compatibility. |
Useful information for Prius PHV buyers
A versus A Premium
Both use the same plug-in drivetrain. The higher grade is about seating materials and convenience, not greater performance.
GR Sport
This is a real Toyota factory grade with sport chassis and styling equipment, not an aftermarket body kit and not a power upgrade.
Check the plug-in equipment
Confirm charge cable, socket condition and fitted navigation before purchase.
Sources: ROVER SEVS approval · Toyota Japan catalogue archive · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs
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