Japanese Automakers launched variety of hybrid versions on the name of Nissan, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Honda, Lexus, Suzuki and Daihatsu.
In this article we discuss what would be the top Japanese used hybrid cars 2018 available in the market.
Selection of criteria:
- Number of sold volume
- Resale value
- Users feed back
- Reliability
- Specs and Features
All these new and used vehicles available in the market, those under the range of 12,000 and 18,000 dollars could be up and down, it all depends on condition, in addition the year of the cars hasn’t been mentioned because each country have different price and market value of the car as a used and old one, however all these are the top Japanese used hybrid cars 2018 that any person should have to buy.
Hybrid used cars under the range of 12,000 dollars:
Honda Fit (Jazz)
This one is the hatchback of Honda Company, 1.5 liter engine with the hybrid technology, small compact design car.
First launched in 2001 as a first generation, available in many countries, better to select 2nd or 3rd generation of Honda Fit model.
| Displacement | 1500cc |
| Power Terrain | 110ps(81kW)/6000rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD and 4WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve Cylinder, I-VTEC + iDCD |
| Electric Motor | H1 Motor |
| Fuel Consumption | 28 Kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated Price: 21,000 Dollars
Available in Asia, Africa, Europe and North America.
Toyota Aqua (Price-c, Alpha)
Aqua is the little sister of Prius family, comes with hybrid, very spacious and comfortable car to drive, the only disadvantage of this car is the small boot capacity, but in terms of average, luxury and space this one is the best car to select.
| Displacement | 1800cc |
| Power Terrain | 114ps(74kW)/4800rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve Cylinder, + THS 2 |
| Electric motor | HSD Motor 45 Kw |
| Fuel Consumption | 30 kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated Price: 20,000 dollars
Available in Asia, Africa, Europe and North America.
Toyota Vitz (Auris)
Vitz been in the market for a long time, but the hybrid version just introduced two years ago, same engine but added an additional electric motor to make this car more fuel economical, according to the resources this car can be match with all other top cars in the range of this class, comfortable, good handling, spacious and most important this vehicle has a very good resale value.
| Displacement | 1500cc |
| Power Terrain | 114ps(74kW)/4800rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT-I |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve 4 Cylinder |
| Electric motor | HSD Motor 45 kw |
| Fuel Consumption | 26 kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated Price: 22,000 Dollars
Available in Asia, Africa and Europe.
Suzuki IGNIS:
Launched in many countries, if someone have more than 10,000 dollars then this car can be the first which has everything that has to be needed in the car in terms of safety, handling, engine performance. However the hybrid version of IGNIS starts production in 2017 therefore the selection among models are limited to this year only.
| Displacement | 1242cc |
| Power Terrain | 91ps(67kW)/6000rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve 4 Cylinder |
| Electric motor | SHVS Hybrid System |
| Fuel Consumption | 30 Kilometer Per Litre |
NEW Estimated price: 18,000 dollars
Available in Asia, Africa and Europe.
Toyota Grace :(City)
Another Toyota model can be available under 15000 dollars, hybrid version was first launched in 2015 as a six generation model. Excellent sedan body car for middle class family, available worldwide and awarded as a most selling vehicle in India 2016.
| Engine Capacity | 1500cc |
| Power Terrain | 110ps(81kW)/6000rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD and 4WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve Cylinder, I-VTEC |
| Electric motor | |
| Fuel Consumption | 28 Kilometer Per Litre |
New estimated price: 23,000 dollars
Available in Asia, Africa and Europe.
Toyota corolla Axio
Another sedan hybrid vehicle introduced in 2015, Toyota Corolla Axio is emerging as a dream car. This 5-seat sedan comes with 4 cylinders DOHC. The driving of Toyota Corolla is even better than its gasoline-petrol version. It uses a Nickel-Metal Hydride battery pack placed under the rear seats.
| Displacement | 1500cc |
| Power Terrain | 74ps(54kW)/4800rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve 4 Cylinder |
| Electric motor | ILM Motor Hybrid System |
| Fuel Consumption | 30 Kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated price: 18,000 dollars
Available in Asia, Africa and Europe.
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Hybrid used cars under the range of 18,000 dollars:
Toyota Prius
Prius available in four variants around the world but the most famous among Prius are the lift back variant, specs and features is enough to make you satisfied with each and every aspects of this car.
Prius Lift back variant number of sold is the highest in the world among the class of any car available as a hybrid technology.
Models above than 2012 would be best to buy.
| Displacement | 1800cc |
| Power Terrain | 110ps(82kw)/4000rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD and 4WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve Cylinder, + THS 2 |
| Electric motor | 1NM/1MM Motor 30 kw |
| Fuel consumption | 28 Per Litre |
New Estimated Price: 28,000 Dollars
Available in Asia, Africa, Europe and North America.
Toyota Camry
Launched in 2016 as a hybrid version, a high value luxury brand car, if someone wants to enjoy a top of the line Toyota car, then Camry is the one that gives you a full pleasure on road and inside the car.
Expensive than most of the above listed cars even as a used hybrid car.
| Engine Capacity | 2500cc |
| Displacement | 202ps(155kw)/5700rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve 4 Cylinder |
| Electric motor | 2JM Motor 88 Kw |
| Fuel consumption | 22 Kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated Price: 32,000 dollars
Available in Asia, Africa, Europe and North America.
Lexus CT200H
Although Lexus hybrid available in many version and grades, but this model has the one with the top sales worldwide in the class of hybrid, Lexus known for luxury and comfort.
| Engine Capacity | 1800cc |
| Power Terrain | 134 hp @ 5200 rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD and 4WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve 4 Cylinder |
| Electric motor | 3JM Motor |
| Fuel consumption | 20 Kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated Price: 34,000 dollars
Available in Asia, Europe and North America.
Honda accord hybrid
Recently launched in 2017 as a hybrid version to compete against other vehicles, Honda also known for his good handling, interior quality and engine performance.
| Displacement | 2000cc |
| Power Terrain | 212 hp @ 6000, 232NM |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 5 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve 4 Cylinder |
| Electric motor | H4 Motor |
| Fuel consumption | 24 Kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated Price: 33000 dollars
Honda Odyssey
Odyssey designed for large family, 8 seater MPV vehicle, and hybrid version of this car starts production in 2015 and hold a good market share worldwide especially in USA.
| Displacement | 2000cc |
| Power Terrain | 145ps(107kW)/6200rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 2WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 7 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve 4 Cylinder I-VTEC + I-MMD |
| Electric motor | H4 Motor |
| Fuel consumption | 25 Kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated Price: 28,000 dollars
Available in Asia, Africa, Europe and North America.
Toyota Vellfire
High class luxury vehicle starts production of hybrid version in 2016, a car that has everything to make the person to the level of best comfort, it can be compare easily with the airplane business class seat.
| Displacement | 2500cc |
| Power Terrain | 152ps(112kW)/5700rpm |
| Wheel Drive | Available in 4WD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel | Only Gasoline |
| Passenger capacity | 7 and 8 |
| Engine | DOHC, 16 Valve 4 Cylinder, VVT-I |
| Electric motor | 2JM and 2FM Motor |
| Fuel consumption | 28 Kilometer Per Litre |
New Estimated price: 38,000 dollars
Available in Asia, and North America.
So far these are the top japanese used hybrid cars 2018 worldwide.
About The Author
Ibrar Ayyub
I am an experienced technical writer holding a Master's degree in computer science from BZU Multan, Pakistan University. With a background spanning various industries, particularly in home automation and engineering, I have honed my skills in crafting clear and concise content. Proficient in leveraging infographics and diagrams, I strive to simplify complex concepts for readers. My strength lies in thorough research and presenting information in a structured and logical format.
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