Toyota Axio Price in Kenya and a full review

The Price of Toyota Axio from dealers in Kenya is currently ranging from Ksh 1.3 million to Ksh 1.5 million, for a locally used Toyota Axio, you will pay from Ksh 550,000 while a brand new one will cost up to Ksh 3.5 million. If you are interested in knowing the model year of the Toyota Axio you can afford with your budget, continue reading below, we will also have a full review of this car.

Toyota Axio Overview

Since its rerelease, the Toyota Axio has been a popular choice for Kenyan drivers. The car is reliable, affordable, and stylish, making it a great option for anyone looking for a new ride. If you’re interested in purchasing an Axio, you’ll be happy to know that the price in Kenya is very reasonable. In fact, this is one of the most affordable options on the Kenyan market today.

When making a purchase decision, it is important to have full information in order to choose the best. That is why in this review, we will look at the Toyota Axio, one of the popular saloon cars in Kenya. Details that we are going to cover include the Toyota Axio price in Kenya, models available, full specs of the car and some buying tips.

The Toyota Axio is a compact sedan that was first released in 2007. The Axio is known for its fuel efficiency, reliability, and spacious interior. It’s also a very affordable car, which has made it a favorite among budget-minded drivers in Kenya.

If you’re looking for an efficient and affordable sedan, the Toyota Axio is definitely worth considering. Thanks for reading!

The car is manufactured by Toyota and was introduced on the market in 2007. In 2013, it was redesigned to make it more fuel-efficient. Axio was made as an improvement of the Toyota Corolla that came before it. As you will see below, this car is comfortable and a nice pick for a family car. Other Sedans that you can consider in place of the Axio include Toyota NZE, Toyota Allion, Mazda Atenza or the Subaru Legacy.

Toyota Axio has a close resemblance with the Toyota Premio, you can hence check, Toyota Axio Vs Toyota Premio Full comparison.

Toyota Axio Price in Kenya

Here are the prices of different models of foreign used Axio that you will get in major Kenyan towns including, Mombasa, Nairobi, Kisumu, Nakuru, Thika, Eldoret, etc.

There are those Toyota Axio cars that were imported and already have local owners. They come at a slightly lower cost as you will see in the table below.

The Toyota Axio prices above will vary depending on various factors. For example, a new car will not cost the same as a secondhand, the same case applies to the cost of imported and local cars. The model and the particular grade plus engine capacity will also influence the cost. However, with Ksh 1.3M onwards, you can get a Toyota Axio in good condition.

Toyota Axio Features

The Toyota Axio comes in different models with yearly improvements. However, there are main specs that you will not lack in Toyota Axio. Let us look at these specs below.

1. Toyota Axio exterior

The exterior of the Toyota Axio is designed to be both stylish and practical. The car has a sleek, aerodynamic profile that helps to reduce wind drag, and it comes with a range of features that make it easy to customize the look of your vehicle.

The Axio has a Saloon design (the boot is separated from the front). In general, the outside look of Axio cars is attractive.

Here are the exterior specs of the Toyota Axio:

• Has Four doors(two at the front and two rear)
• Axio ground clearance of 6.3 inches
• The Luxel model has alloy wheels and fog lights

As you can see, The Axio is designed with fewer exterior features but is still attractive. Other similar Toyota cars include Toyota Allion and Premio.

2. Toyota Axio Interior

The Toyota Axio comes with a number of features and amenities that make it a comfortable ride for both the driver and passengers. The front seats are spacious and adjustable, making it easy to find a comfortable driving position. There is also plenty of legroom and headroom in both the front and backseats, so even taller passengers will be able to travel in comfort.

The dashboard is laid out in a straightforward manner, with all of the important controls easily accessible. The audio system has an ample number of speakers for good sound quality, and there is even an auxiliary input for connecting devices like MP3 players. The AC system blows cool air efficiently, and the car has a number of safety features including airbags and anti-lock brakes.

Here is what you will find inside Axio cars:

• All seats have headrests
• The legroom space is okay and even tall people will find it comfortable
• The headroom is also good
• The boot space is small just like in other saloon cars and can only carry small seized luggage
• Additional storage spaces for documents and similar stuff is available on the cabin, center box and doors, cupholders included
• The car comes with power windows
• Has a reverse camera
• Additionally, there is an audio system that includes a radio and CD player
• Lastly, Airbags are added for safety purposes

3. Toyota Axio Engine specs

The engine is relatively smooth, quiet and provides adequate power for most driving situations. Overall, the Axio’s engine is a good performer and should provide plenty of satisfaction for drivers who choose this vehicle. The engine of the Axio has been improved with time to be more fuel-efficient. There is even a hybrid model of the Axio.

Below is a list of the engine specs:

• The engine capacity of Axio is 1500cc, 1800cc and 1500cc hybrid
• The fuels consumption will depend on the engine capacity and is as follows; the 1500cc consumes 18Km/L while the 1800cc consumes 15Km/L and the hybrid 1500cc consumes 35.4Km/L
• When it comes to acceleration, the 1500cc accelerates from 0 to 100Km at 11.2 seconds, the 1800cc takes 10 seconds to accelerate from o to 100Km and the hybrid 1500cc takes 11.2 seconds to accelerate to 100 Km from 0
• The engine power is between 95 and 144ps, the higher the power, the faster the car
• You can either choose an All Wheel Drive(AWD) Axio or a Front Wheel Drive(FF)
• The tank capacity of the Axio is 50 Liters
• Each model comes with its grade and engine capacity, for the 1500cc, the grade is either Axio G or Axio X, the 1800cc has the Luxel grade while the hybrid 1500cc has the Hybrid and Hybrid G grades

In addition, Axio models will come with other features such as; Power steering, Traction Control, Anti-lock Breaking system and Thumbstart ignition.

Toyota Axio review in Kenya

Below is our review of the Toyota Axio after we drove it and also looked at what it has to offer.

Comfort

Toyota Axio offers comfort but with only basic features. This is not the type of car that you will alight from after a long ride tired, still, it is not the car that will give you a soft premium interior or a pack of tech features. Axio is good if you are looking for space and not much more.

Also check, Audi A4 prices in Kenya and full review.

Driving experience

One major thing that determines how fun your drive is gonna be is the transmission, for the recent models of Axio, they have a CVT which gives a smooth drive with a little thrill, for manual and automatic transmissions, you get the thrill as the gears shift. Toyota Axio also doesn’t do that bad when it comes to handling, even so, there is some body roll, especially on sharp corners.

Reliability

Without question, Toyota Axio is a reliable car, which is why it is among the most common cars you will find on our roads. Still, you will have to take care of your car and do regular service. Another good thing is that spare parts of Toyota Axio are easily available in Kenya and the maintenance cost is low.

Check, Toyota Axio common problems in Kenya.

Safety rating

From ANCAP Toyota Corolla Axio has a safety rating of 5 stars for the 2014 to 2016 models. They arrived at this after doing several crash tests for the car and also, looking at the safety features that Axio has to offer. This includes side chest and side head airbags (curtains) and a driver knee airbag, additionally, there are Antilock brakes (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD) and electronic stability control (ESC).

Value for money

For someone looking for reliability, a vehicle with good resale value and good fuel economy, then Toyota Axio is a good pick. For luxury and class, you will need to look elsewhere. It is also important to note that Axio is a car in high demand in Kenya, this means that prices are always very high, in fact, with the amount you will buy an Axio with, you could get a vehicle with more features and class.

Toyota Axio is one of the best reliable Sedans in the Kenyan market. Its high demand has made prices shoot up, but even with that, Axio is definitely value for money. The fuel consumption of the car is also good lowering the running cost.