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Used Toyota Corolla Axio for Export from Japan
The Axio is the JDM Corolla sedan — compact outside, Corolla-reliable underneath. The 160-series (2012–) with the 1.5L engine or 1.5L hybrid is the fleet favorite for East African taxi operators and Sri Lankan family buyers: cheap to run, cheap to fix, and the Corolla name carries resale everywhere. The hybrid version returns 25+ km/L and clears sub-1500cc duty brackets.
Typical FOB range: $4,500–$13,000
Key facts
- FWD; 1.3L/1.5L gasoline (1NR/2NR) or 1.5L hybrid (1NZ-FXE)
- Best for: taxi fleets, family sedan, first import for resale business
- Hybrid grades command a premium in Kenya, Tanzania and Sri Lanka
What to check at auction
Ex-fleet cars are common — check for taxi/rental history and interior wear inconsistent with mileage. Hybrid: battery SOH test before bidding. CVT shudder on gasoline models is the main mechanical flag.
Top destinations for this model
Sample CIF (RoRo, FOB 8,000)
Kenya
Mombasa
$9,170
≈ CIF (RoRo)
Tanzania
Dar es Salaam
$9,170
≈ CIF (RoRo)
Sri Lanka
Colombo
$9,520
≈ CIF (RoRo)
Bangladesh
Chittagong
$9,170
≈ CIF (RoRo)
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