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Toyota Mark X

GRX130Stock varies — page stays live

The GRX130 represents the standard rear-wheel-drive model of the second-generation Mark X. Offering a wider body, lower stance, and modernized chassis dynamics, it came in aggressive trims like the 'S Package' and 'G's' (G Sports), later evolving into the GR Sport trims.

Engine
4GR-FSE 2.5L V6 D-4
Displacement
2,499 cc
Drive
2WD (FR)
Gearbox
6AT
Fuel
Petrol
Body
Sedan
Toyota Mark X GRX130Toyota Mark X — representative 2nd Generation (X130) image

Dimensions & shipping volume

Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Weight
1,510 kg
Shipping volume
12.24 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
GRX130-AXXXXXXOct 2009 – Aug 2012Series 1 (Pre-facelift)
GRX130-BXXXXXXAug 2012 – Nov 2016Series 2 (First Facelift)
GRX130-CXXXXXXNov 2016 – Dec 2019Series 3 (Second Facelift / Final Edition)

Import eligibility by country

Age limits are counted from the month of manufacture, not first registration. This GRX130 was produced 2009–2019; the statuses below are checked against Jul 2026.

KenyaCheck unit age
Only units manufactured Jul 2018 or later qualify (8-year limit).
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 GRX130

What changed during the 2012-08 facelift (Series 2) for GRX130?
The Series 2 received aggressively styled, distinctive headlamps with LED accents, a redesign of the front bumper and signature 'X' grille, and improved chassis rigidity.
Is premium fuel required for the GRX130?
Yes, Toyota recommends high-octane premium gasoline (95+ RON) for the high-compression (12.0:1) 4GR-FSE engine to prevent engine knock and maintain optimal performance.