Toyota Voxy Grade Guide: S-G vs S-Z — All Differences Explained

Toyota's bolder, sportier-styled family minivan, decoded grade by grade — now hybrid-only, with a genuinely bigger equipment jump than its Noah sibling received in the same update. Here's exactly what separates S-G and S-Z, current as of the April 2026 update.

📅 Current Model: 4th-generation Voxy (80-series, full model change January 2022, major running update April 10, 2026, on sale May 6, 2026) 🚗 Grades: S-G · S-Z 🇯🇵 Japan Domestic Market — Hybrid-Only Since April 2026 (Excluding Welcab) 🚪 Power Sliding Doors, Bolder Styling Than Sister Model Noah

Big News: Voxy Is Now Hybrid-Only, and Simplified to Two Grades

Toyota announced a major running update to the Voxy on April 10, 2026 (on sale May 6, 2026) — the same update wave that hit its platform-sharing sibling, the Noah. For carbon-neutrality reasons, Toyota discontinued the gasoline-only engine entirely across the standard range, aside from the separate Welcab welfare-vehicle lineup (on sale mid-May 2026). Unlike Noah, which gained an all-new entry grade (S-X) in this update, Voxy's lineup was actually simplified down to just two grades: S-G and S-Z — there is no Voxy equivalent of Noah's S-X.

What Is the Toyota Voxy?

The Voxy first launched in 2001 and, like the Noah, is now in its fourth generation (chassis code 80-series), sharing its platform, hybrid powertrain, and interior packaging with Noah since their January 2022 full model change. Where Noah pursues a more orthodox, premium family-car identity, Voxy is styled toward a sharper, bolder, more assertive look — Toyota's own marketing copy for Voxy explicitly frames it around a parent "showing off a little" while driving their kids somewhere, in contrast to Noah's more understated positioning. Every current-generation Voxy measures a full 1,730mm in width, placing it in Japan's standard "3-number" body classification rather than the narrower 5-number class some competitors occupy.

Grade Lineup at a Glance

Prices per Toyota's official Japan-market pricing following the April 10, 2026 announcement (on sale May 6, 2026), representing an increase of roughly ¥120,000–¥150,000 over pre-update pricing. Hokkaido-region pricing may differ. S-Z is available only as a 7-seater — if you need 8-seat capacity, S-G is your only option, in 2WD. Voxy is consistently priced roughly ¥50,000–¥70,000 higher than the equivalent Noah grade, reflecting its positioning as the sportier, more image-driven sibling.

The Powertrain — One Hybrid System, Both Grades

Voxy shares its entire hybrid powertrain with the Noah:

• Newly developed 1.8L hybrid system with a next-generation (fifth-generation) THS II
• Every electronic control device in the hybrid system redesigned for this update
• Higher-output motor and battery, with improved system efficiency
• Fuel economy exceeds 23 km/L WLTC on FF models; owner reports on real-world driving commonly cite figures approaching 20 km/L even in mixed use, strong for a mid-size minivan
• 4WD (E-Four) models gain a new SNOW EXTRA drive mode for improved low-traction handling in snow
• As of this update, suspension shock absorber damping was specifically retuned for improved ride quality, alongside additional sound insulation for a quieter cabin

There's no separate gasoline option to weigh anymore outside Welcab — every standard Voxy buyer, in either grade, is choosing the same hybrid system.

Full Grade Breakdown

S-G — Entry Grade

From ¥3,751,000 (2WD, 7- or 8-seat)

• 12.3-inch TFT color meter display — Toyota upgraded this across both Voxy grades in this update, a meaningfully bigger jump than the equivalent Noah update gave its own entry-level grades (Noah's S-X and S-G kept a smaller 7.0-inch display, reserving 12.3 inches for its own S-Z)
• Dual power sliding doors with one-touch switch, standard as of this update (a genuine upgrade — this wasn't previously standard-fit on the outgoing equivalent grade)
• Piano-black trim on shift knob and window switch surround, newly added in this update
• Front-and-rear drive recorder, standard
• Available in both 7-seat and 8-seat configurations, in FF or E-Four

S-Z — Top Grade

From ¥4,127,200 (2WD, 7-seat only)

• Same 12.3-inch meter display as S-G (no further upgrade over S-G on this specific item, unlike Noah's tiered approach)
• 10.5-inch Display Audio Plus, standard
• Blind Spot Monitor, standard
• ETC2.0, standard
• Suede-style seat upholstery, exclusive to this grade
• New-design 17-inch wheels
• Black exterior accents around the front fascia
• Front-and-rear drive recorder, standard (shared with S-G)
• Platinum White Pearl Mica available as a manufacturer option

What Changed in the April 2026 Update

• Gasoline discontinued across the standard range, aside from Welcab
• Grade structure simplified from a broader lineup down to just S-G and S-Z
• 12.3-inch meter display became standard across both remaining grades — up from 7.0 inches
• Front-and-rear drive recorder became standard across both grades
• Dual power sliding doors with one-touch switch became standard on S-G
• New 17-inch wheel design introduced
• Suede-style seat trim added to S-Z
• Shock absorber damping retuned and additional sound insulation added for ride quality and quietness
• Several body colors were discontinued, including Attitude Black Mica, Glitter Black Glass Flake, and Metal Stream Metallic; Platinum White Pearl Mica was retained as an S-Z manufacturer option
• No new "Kirameki" (煌) special edition was included in this update — Voxy's long-running "Kirameki" special-edition nameplate (most recently "Kirameki 4") was notably absent, though industry commentary suggests a further special edition could still arrive six months to a year later based on past patterns; nothing has been officially confirmed

Voxy vs Noah — What's Actually Different Now

Since both models share their platform, hybrid system, and most safety equipment, the practical differences buyers should weigh are:

• Grade count: Noah offers three grades (S-X, S-G, S-Z); Voxy offers only two (S-G, S-Z) — there's no Voxy equivalent of Noah's new budget-focused S-X.
• Meter display strategy: Voxy gives both its grades the larger 12.3-inch display; Noah reserves that size for its top S-Z grade only, keeping S-X and S-G at 7.0 inches.
• Styling: Voxy's front-end design is sharper and bolder; Noah's is more understated and traditionally "premium."
• Price: Voxy runs roughly ¥50,000–¥70,000 higher than the equivalent Noah grade.
• If you want the lowest possible entry price into this platform, Noah's S-X is currently the cheaper route since Voxy has no direct equivalent.

Full Feature Comparison Table

✓ = Standard/Available | — = Not confirmed standard on this grade in sources reviewed; confirm against the official grade page. Features sourced from Toyota's official grade pages and April 2026 running-update press coverage (toyota.jp/voxy).

Which Grade Should You Buy?

💴 Best for Lowest Cost

Choose S-G. The 12.3-inch meter, dual power sliding doors with one-touch operation, piano-black trim, and standard front-and-rear drive recorder are all included — and it's the only grade offering 8-seat capacity.

🏆 Best Overall Specification

Choose S-Z. Suede-style seats, the larger 10.5-inch Display Audio Plus, Blind Spot Monitor, ETC2.0, and distinct 17-inch wheels with black front accents make it the more premium-feeling choice — but remember it's 7-seat only.

Importing a Toyota Voxy

For buyers sourcing a Voxy from Japanese auction, a few identification points matter:

• Suede-style seat upholstery and black front exterior accents confirm S-Z — S-G uses standard seat fabric and a plainer front treatment.
• 8-seat configuration rules out S-Z entirely — only S-G offers 8 seats, and only in 2WD.
• Both current grades share the same 12.3-inch meter display, unlike Noah, so this specific detail won't help you distinguish S-G from S-Z on a Voxy the way display size does on some other Toyota models.
• A gasoline-engine Voxy (outside Welcab) is necessarily a pre-April-2026 build — confirm production date against the chassis data if powertrain matters to a specific buyer.
• A three-grade Voxy lineup, or a grade name other than S-G/S-Z, indicates a pre-April-2026 model — the simplified two-grade structure is specific to this update.
• Body color matters for dating a car: Attitude Black Mica, Glitter Black Glass Flake, and Metal Stream Metallic were all discontinued in this update, so a Voxy in any of these colors is necessarily a pre-April-2026 build.

Always confirm the exact grade, seating configuration, drivetrain, and accident history against the chassis number before bidding, since equipment details — especially which running-update year a car was built to — are easy to misread from auction photos alone. If you're bidding from overseas, running the chassis number through a Japanese auction sheet and history check before you commit is the safest way to confirm the car in front of you actually matches the grade it's listed under — that's exactly the kind of check we built JPChecker to make simple.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Toyota Voxy still available with a gasoline engine? Only through the separate Welcab welfare-vehicle lineup. As of the April 2026 update, both standard Voxy grades — S-G and S-Z — are hybrid-only.

What is the cheapest Toyota Voxy grade? The S-G grade is the entry point, priced from ¥3,751,000 (tax included) for a 2WD hybrid as of the April 2026 update.

What is the difference between Voxy S-G and S-Z? S-Z adds a 10.5-inch Display Audio Plus, Blind Spot Monitor, ETC2.0, suede-style seat upholstery, and black front exterior accents. Both grades share the same 12.3-inch instrument display and standard front-and-rear drive recorder as of the April 2026 update. S-Z is also limited to 7-seat configuration, while S-G offers both 7- and 8-seat options.

Is the Toyota Voxy the same as the Toyota Noah? They share the same platform, hybrid powertrain, and interior packaging, but Voxy is styled toward a sharper, bolder look while Noah pursues a more understated, premium family-car identity. Voxy is also priced roughly ¥50,000–¥70,000 higher than the equivalent Noah grade, and offers only two grades (S-G, S-Z) versus Noah's three (S-X, S-G, S-Z).

Does the Voxy have 8-seat capacity? Yes, but only on the S-G grade in 2WD. S-Z is 7-seat only regardless of drivetrain, and E-Four (4WD) versions are limited to 7-seat configuration.

Is there a new Voxy "Kirameki" special edition? Not as part of the April 2026 update — no Kirameki special edition was included this time, though Toyota has historically released such editions roughly six months to a year after a base update in the past. Nothing has been officially confirmed for a future Kirameki edition as of this writing.

What safety features are standard on every Voxy grade? The full Toyota Safety Sense suite is standard on both grades, and a front-and-rear drive recorder is standard across the range as of the April 2026 update.