Toyota Voxy Review
2017-2023
The Toyota Voxy (R80 Facelift & R90 Series) is the aggressive, sport-styled sister model to the Toyota Noah. Dominated by its bold twin-tier LED headlights, sleek chrome grille, and aero body kit, the Voxy is Kenya's top choice for buyers who want spacious 3-row family utility with a commanding street presence.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Aggressive sports styling: Split LED headlights, dark chrome front grille, and aero bumpers give unmatched street presence.
- Sub-2,000 cc customs tax advantage: Qualifies for KRA's 25% excise duty tax bracket.
- Flexible 7-seater captain chair cabin: Long-sliding 2nd-row captain seats create limo-like legroom.
- Excellent resale liquidity & demand: Ranks among Kenya's highest resale value vehicles in the MPV segment.
What’s not so good
- Premium Kirameki price tag: ZS Kirameki and S-Z editions command higher landed prices than standard Noah trims.
- Low front lip spoiler: ZS aero front bumper requires care when approaching steep driveway ramps and high kerbs.
Most popular: Voxy ZS / ZS Kirameki / S-Z
5 doorsPetrol, HybridAutomatic
At a glance
- Model
- Toyota Voxy (R80 / R90 Series)
- Production years
- 2017–2023
- Body type
- 5-Door 7/8-Seater Sporty MPV
- Seating capacity
- 7 or 8 seats
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Full Hybrid
- Engine sizes
- 1,797 cc / 1,986 cc
- Transmission
- Super CVT-i / e-CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD or 4WD
- Ground clearance
- 160 mm
- Source market
- Japan (RHD)
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / import-market figures: 14.5 km/L (2.0L Petrol) / 23.8 km/L (1.8L Hybrid). Tank: 55 L (about 798 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 1,891 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 1,351 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 15,652
- Full tank (55 L)
- KES 12,483
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Trims & variants
Voxy X / Voxy V / Voxy ZS / ZS Kirameki I, II, III
- Setup
2.0L 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine (152 hp / 193 Nm), Super CVT-i, FWD or 4WD, returning 14.5 km/L.
- Why it gets shipped
The most popular JDM MPV import, combining aggressive looks with bulletproof Toyota mechanicals.
- Local consideration
Highly reliable engine serviced easily across all 47 Kenyan counties.
Package tiers
Voxy package tiers emphasize aggressive aero styling and luxury interior touches.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| X / V | Executive base | Fabric upholstery, dual power sliding doors, automatic climate control, and Toyota Safety Sense |
| ZS | Sport aero | Split LED headlights, front aero bumper, rear roof spoiler, and 16-inch alloy wheels |
| ZS Kirameki / S-Z | Flagship luxury | Chrome door handles, piano black interior dash, dual sunroofs, rear captain chairs, and 6-speaker audio |
About the Toyota Voxy
Kenya strictly enforces a right-hand drive mandate and an 8-year age limit calculated from manufacture month. In 2026, 2019 to 2023 Voxy models sit comfortably inside the direct import window, while 2018 units face month-by-month age cutoff deadlines.
Like the Noah, the Voxy offers significant tax savings. Sized at 1,986 cc (2.0L Petrol) and 1,797 cc (1.8L Hybrid), both engines fall well under 2,500 cc, qualifying for Kenya Revenue Authority's standard 25% excise duty bracket.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
