Toyota Katashiki Code: !new!

| Digit | Meaning | |-------|---------| | 0 | Base / early change | | 1 – 4 | Sedan, coupe, hatch variants | | 5 | Wagon / van | | 8 | Sedan, 2WD, high spec | | A | AWD / 4WD (sometimes) |

Details whether the engine is naturally aspirated, turbocharged, DOHC, or features specific emissions equipment.

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| Part | Example | Meaning | |------|---------|---------| | Engine family | GR | 2GR-FE V6 | | Chassis/gen | S | S platform (Mark X, Crown, etc.) | | Generation | 1 | 1st gen of that chassis | | Body/drive | 8 | Sedan, 2WD | | Sub-variant | 2 | Minor change / export spec |

On many Toyotas, the Katashiki (or "Model") code is stamped directly onto the same metal identification plate as the VIN, often found on the firewall in the engine bay or on the driver-side doorjamb . | Digit | Meaning | |-------|---------| | 0

Code: E-SXE10 (old Japanese deregulation format) → E = emission standard (1990s) SXE10 = Altezza RS200 with 3S-GE (JDM)

It is typically found on the manufacturer's ID plate (often a white or silver label) located on the B-pillar (visible when the driver’s door is open) or in the engine bay. Code: E-SXE10 (old Japanese deregulation format) → E

| Feature | Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) | Katashiki Code | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Global legal identifier for a unique vehicle. Used for registration, insurance, and legal ownership | Toyota's internal factory configuration code for a vehicle's equipment and trim level | | Uniqueness | Unique to each individual vehicle; no two cars share the same VIN | Specific to a particular model configuration. Multiple vehicles with identical specs can share the same Katashiki code | | Typical Use | General vehicle identification, title transfer, recall checks, vehicle history reports | Precisely identifying original factory parts and specifications for a given configuration | | Character Format | Standardized 17-character alphanumeric code (numbers 0-9 and letters excluding I, O, Q) | Typically a 13-character alphanumeric string with special formatting, e.g., "ZYX11L-AHXNBW" |

Check the physical labels on your vehicle. The most reliable locations are the driver's side door jamb (on the B-pillar), the engine compartment firewall, and inside the owner's manual or glove box. If the labels are damaged or unreadable, a Toyota dealership may be able to retrieve the code using your VIN.

= 5-speed Manual H = CVT Automatic P = 4-speed Automatic F = 6-speed Manual 4th Letter Trim Level / Grade

| Character(s) | Typical Meaning | Analysis | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Market or region | D could represent the European market or a specific model year | | W | Body style | W might indicate a Wagon, Hatchback, or specific body type | | X | Grade or trim level | X often denotes a mid-to-upper trim level, such as "X" or "XLE" | | N | Transmission type | N could indicate a specific transmission (e.g., CVT or automatic) | | B | Engine type | B might represent a specific engine variant within the family (e.g., 2ZR-FAE) | | W | Interior equipment or special package | The final W could denote a particular interior color scheme or optional equipment package |