Honda Vezel RU3 (Hybrid) — Import to Australia

Key Features

Sport Hybrid Powertrain: 1.5L LEB petrol engine paired with a 22kW electric motor, for a combined output of around 112kW, delivered through a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Compact SUV Footprint: a five-door SUV body around 4.3m long, offering SUV-like versatility with easier city parking than larger imports.

Honda Sensing Available: later RU3 builds from 2015 onward offer Honda Sensing, adding forward collision warning, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control.

Efficient City Runabout: the hybrid system is tuned for stop-start city driving, giving strong real-world fuel economy for daily use.

Why Import the Honda Vezel RU3 from Japan?

The Honda Vezel RU3 Hybrid was never sold new in Australia, where only the equivalent HR-V petrol model was offered. Importing a used example from Japan gives buyers access to a genuinely efficient, well-equipped compact hybrid SUV, typically at a lower cost than comparable new small SUVs, sourced through trusted Japanese auction sources.

Import Eligibility

The Honda Vezel RU3 is eligible for import to Australia under the SEVS eligibility criteria, 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 current list of eligible imports for current eligibility.

Import and Compliance Process

Importing a Honda Vezel RU3 from Japan to Australia involves the following steps:

1. Eligibility check, confirm the specific model 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 walkthrough.
3. Purchase and shipping, sourced from Japanese auction or dealer, shipped via our shipping options guide.
4. Customs and quarantine, import duty and GST costs, and biosecurity clearance on arrival in Australia.
5. ADR compliance and modifications, assessed and certified by our compliance workshop in Campbellfield.
6. Registration, state registration requirements once a RAV entry approval is granted.

For the full step-by-step breakdown, see our full import process guide.

Estimated Landed Cost

The total landed cost of a Honda Vezel RU3 depends on the auction purchase price, shipping method, exchange rate, and any ADR compliance work required. As a general guide, a used Vezel Hybrid purchased at auction in Japan for approximately ¥900,000–¥1,600,000 (AUD $9,000–$16,000) will typically land in Australia for AUD $20,000–$27,000 all in, including shipping, customs, GST, quarantine, compliance, and registration. See our full landed cost guide for a full breakdown, or contact our team for a detailed estimate based on your specific requirements.

Enquire About Importing a Honda Vezel RU3

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 visit our car import services page for a full overview. Browse more our full range of import vehicles, including the Audi e-Tron and Nissan X-Trail HT32.