Toyota Wish specs: horsepower, fuel consumption & ground clearance
The Toyota Wish in Kenya: 1 version from 2009–2017, 143 hp, 15.8 km/L, 150 mm ground clearance.
All versions at a glance
| Version | Power | Torque | Clearance | Economy | Fuel / month* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1.8L 4-cyl (AE20) 1.8L 2ZR-FAE inline-4 · CVT · FWD · 2009–2017 | 143 hp | 173 Nm | 150 mm | 15.8 km/L | KES 21,500 |
*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 Wish 1.8L 4-cyl (2009–2017)
Generation AE20 · 2009–2017 · 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
- 150 mm
- Fuel economy
- 15.8 km/L
- Fuel tank
- 60 litres
- Seats
- 7
- 0–100 km/h
- 10.8 s
- 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 — 150 mm, “Saloon”. Fine on tarmac. Take bumps slowly, at an angle, and avoid deep ruts.
Fuel economy — 15.8 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 14,400, 1,500 km about KES 21,500 and 2,500 km about KES 35,900.
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 Wish is a highly popular compact multi-purpose vehicle in Kenya, revered for its blend of passenger practicality and low running costs. Powered by a reliable 1.8-litre Valvematic engine paired with a smooth CVT, it offers impressive fuel efficiency and affordable maintenance thanks to widespread parts availability. With flexible seven-seater capacity and car-like handling, it serves as an excellent everyday family hauler or versatile business vehicle, though low ground clearance demands caution over severe speed bumps.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Toyota Wish have?
Depending on the version, the Toyota Wish makes 143 hp — 1.8L 4-cyl (2009–2017): 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 Wish?
1.8L 4-cyl: about 15.8 km/L (≈ KES 21,500 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 Wish?
About 150 mm. Fine on tarmac. Take bumps slowly, at an angle, and avoid deep ruts.
What engine does the Toyota Wish use?
The Toyota Wish 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 Wish 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 Wish have?
7 seats.
Related
- Spec School — what every spec means
- Import a Toyota Wish — 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.