Lexus HS250h — Import to Australia

Key Features

Hybrid Powertrain: 2.4L petrol engine plus electric motor with eCVT, delivering a combined 140kW system output.

Refined Interior: Lexus-level fit and finish, leather trim, and a quiet, well-insulated cabin.

Advanced Technology: Touchscreen infotainment, navigation, and premium audio depending on grade.

Safety: Multiple airbags, lane-departure warning, and a strong five-star-equivalent safety package for its era.

Why Import the Lexus HS250h from Japan?

The Lexus HS250h was never officially sold new in Australia. Importing a used example from Japan gives buyers access to a genuinely rare, well-equipped hybrid executive sedan with no local equivalent, typically at a fraction of the cost of a comparable new luxury hybrid. Japanese examples are usually well-maintained and sourced through auction with documented service histories.

Import Eligibility

The Lexus HS250h 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 Lexus HS250h 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 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.

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

Estimated Landed Cost

The total landed cost of a Lexus HS250h depends on the auction purchase price, shipping method, exchange rate, and any ADR compliance work required. As a general guide, a used Lexus HS250h purchased at auction in Japan for approximately ¥800,000–¥1,300,000 (AUD $8,000–$13,000) will typically land in Australia for AUD $19,000–$26,000 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 Lexus HS250h

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. Browse more import vehicles, including the Toyota Sienta NCP81 and Toyota Century GZG50.