Toyota Alphard 40 Series — Import to Australia

Key Features

Premium Interior: captain’s chairs, ambient lighting, and premium sound insulation for a quiet, comfortable cabin.

Flexible Seating: seats 7 to 8 passengers with configurable second-row lounge seating and sliding doors on both sides.

Advanced Technology: large touchscreen infotainment, smartphone integration, and a premium audio system.

Safety: Toyota Safety Sense with adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and pre-collision warning.

Why Import the Toyota Alphard 40 Series from Japan?

The current-generation Toyota Alphard 40 Series has never been officially sold new in Australia by Toyota Australia, despite strong demand from buyers wanting a premium Japanese people mover. Importing a used example from Japan gives Australian buyers access to a genuine flagship minivan at a fraction of the cost of comparable European alternatives, sourced through auction with documented service histories.

Import Eligibility

The Toyota Alphard 40 Series is eligible for import to Australia under the Specialist and Enthusiast Vehicle Scheme (SEVS), on the basis that it was never offered for sale as a new vehicle in Australia. Import eligibility is build specific, contact our team to confirm the exact model code and build year of the vehicle you are interested in before purchasing. You can also check our approved import vehicle list for current eligibility.

Import and Compliance Process

Importing a Toyota Alphard 40 Series from Japan to Australia involves the following steps:

1. Eligibility check, confirm the specific generation and build year qualifies under SEVS.
2. Vehicle Import Approval (VIA), applied for through the ROVER system before the vehicle ships. See our full VIA guide.
3. Purchase and shipping, sourced from Japanese auction or dealer, shipped via RoRo or container.
4. Customs and quarantine, customs duty, GST, and DAFF biosecurity inspection on arrival in Australia.
5. ADR compliance and modifications, assessed and certified by our Registered Automotive Workshop (RAW) in Campbellfield.
6. Registration, VicRoads registration once a RAV entry approval is granted.

Estimated Landed Cost

The total landed cost of a Toyota Alphard 40 Series depends on the trim level, engine choice, and condition. As a general guide, a used Toyota Alphard purchased at auction in Japan for approximately ¥3,500,000–¥5,500,000 (AUD $35,000–$55,000) will typically land in Australia for AUD $55,000–$80,000 all in, including shipping, customs, GST, quarantine, compliance, and registration. See our total landed cost guide for a full breakdown, or contact our team for a detailed estimate based on your specific requirements.

Enquire About Importing a Toyota Alphard

Glam Groups has over 22 years of experience importing and certifying Japanese vehicles for Australian roads. We manage the full process from eligibility check through to VicRoads registration. Call us on (03) 9303 7252 or submit an enquiry through the form on this page, or learn what is involved in bringing a car in from Japan. Browse more import vehicles, including the Nissan Note e-Power and Daihatsu Atrai.