Toyota Isis specs: horsepower, fuel consumption & ground clearance
The Toyota Isis in Kenya: 1 version from 2004–2017, 143 hp, 15.2 km/L, 160 mm ground clearance.
All versions at a glance
| Version | Power | Torque | Clearance | Economy | Fuel / month* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1.8L 4-cyl (AM10 Facelift) 1.8L 2ZR-FAE inline-4 · CVT · FWD · 2004–2017 | 143 hp | 173 Nm | 160 mm | 15.2 km/L | KES 22,400 |
*1,500 km a month at KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) (diesel: KES 227.76/L). Typical factory figures — individual cars vary.
Toyota Isis 1.8L 4-cyl (2004–2017)
Generation AM10 Facelift · 2004–2017 · source: GariAI lookup of manufacturer data
- Power
- 143 hp
- Torque
- 173 Nm
- Engine
- 1.8L 4-cyl (1.8L 2ZR-FAE inline-4)
- Engine size
- 1,797 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Ground clearance
- 160 mm
- Fuel economy
- 15.2 km/L
- Fuel tank
- 60 litres
- Seats
- 7
- Top speed
- 180 km/h
Kenya Fit
- 7 seatsRoom for 7 — school runs, family trips and upcountry visits.
- Parts everywhereToyota spares are sold in every town and on Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them.
What it means in plain English
Power — 143 hp, “Confident”. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
Torque — 173 Nm, “Moderate”. Pulls a family car well. You will hear the engine work up the Kikuyu–Limuru escarpment.
Ground clearance — 160 mm, “Saloon”. Fine on tarmac. Take bumps slowly, at an angle, and avoid deep ruts.
Fuel economy — 15.2 km/L, “Economical”. Easy on the wallet for daily driving. At KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 14,900, 1,500 km about KES 22,400 and 2,500 km about KES 37,300.
Engine — 4 cylinders, “Kenya’s workhorse”. Smooth enough, economical, and strong when turbocharged — especially as a diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
The 2016 Toyota Isis is a popular seven-seater compact MPV in Kenya, renowned for its ingenious pillarless passenger-side door design that allows effortless cabin access. Powered by a reliable and fuel-efficient 1.8-litre Valvematic engine paired with a Super CVT-i gearbox, it delivers low operating and maintenance costs. Shared mechanical components with mainstream Toyotas like the Premio and Wish make sourcing spare parts easy. Its flexible seating configurations, smooth ride, and decent urban maneuverability make it a dependable and practical family transporter.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Toyota Isis have?
Depending on the version, the Toyota Isis makes 143 hp — 1.8L 4-cyl (2004–2017): 143 hp and 173 Nm. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
What is the fuel consumption of the Toyota Isis?
1.8L 4-cyl: about 15.2 km/L (≈ KES 22,400 a month for 1,500 km). Costs use KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) and diesel at KES 227.76/L. Factory figures — Nairobi traffic uses more.
What is the ground clearance of the Toyota Isis?
About 160 mm. Fine on tarmac. Take bumps slowly, at an angle, and avoid deep ruts.
What engine does the Toyota Isis use?
The Toyota Isis in Kenya comes with: 1.8L 2ZR-FAE inline-4. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
Is the Toyota Isis 2WD, AWD or 4WD?
Versions sold in Kenya are FWD. Two-wheel drive is fine on tarmac and light murram.
How many seats does the Toyota Isis have?
7 seats.
Related
- Spec School — what every spec means
- Import a Toyota Isis — KRA duty and landed cost
Typical factory figures for each version; versions marked “GariAI lookup” come from manufacturer data and haven’t been checked by our team yet. Individual cars vary with trim, market and condition — confirm against the car’s documents and auction sheet. Spot a mistake? Tell us.