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Mazda Verisa

DC5RStock varies — page stays live

The all-wheel-drive variant of the Verisa utilizing Mazda's innovative 'e-4WD' system. This setup powers the rear wheels using an electric motor driven by an alternator, eliminating the need for a heavy, space-consuming mechanical driveshaft.

Engine
1.5L ZY-VE DOHC I4
Displacement
1,498 cc
Drive
4WD
Gearbox
4AT
Fuel
Petrol
Body
Hatchback
Mazda Verisa DC5RMazda Verisa — representative 1st Gen (DC) image

Chassis variants of the Verisa

DC5W1.5L ZY-VE DOHC I41,498 ccFF4AT
DC5R1.5L ZY-VE DOHC I41,498 cc4WD4AT

Dimensions & shipping volume

Length
3,975 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
1,530 mm
Weight
1,160 kg
Shipping volume
10.28 M³

Manufacture year vs. registration year

Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:

Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
DC5R-100000XXXXXXJun 2004 – Jul 2006Pre-facelift
DC5R-200000XXXXXXAug 2006 – Nov 2015Facelift / Minor Update

Import eligibility by country

Age limits are counted from the month of manufacture, not first registration. This DC5R was produced 2004–2015; the statuses below are checked against Jul 2026.

KenyaNot eligible
8-year limit from manufacture — all units now exceed it.
UgandaCheck unit age
Only units manufactured Jul 2011 or later qualify (15-year limit).
TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.
ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.
MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.

Common questions about the DC5R

How does the e-4WD system work in the DC5R?
The system features a dedicated electric motor that powers the rear wheels only when the front wheels lose traction, minimizing fuel consumption compared to traditional mechanical full-time AWD systems.
Does the DC5R weigh more than the DC5W?
Yes, due to the additional electric motor, power control unit, and auxiliary hardware for the e-4WD system, the DC5R is approximately 60 kg heavier than the DC5W.