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All-New Toyota Corolla Cross delivers outstanding safety, technology and practicality

August 24, 2022

Toyota Australia has announced pricing for the all-new Corolla Cross small SUV, which arrives in local showrooms in October with an entry level recommended retail price of $33,0001. Customers will be offered a lineup of eight different variants with a choice of two-wheel drive or electric all-wheel drive, petrol or hybrid powertrains, and three grades – GX, GXL and flagship Atmos. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the Corolla...

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Toyota GR86 sports coupe to launch in September with two grades

August 24, 2022

Toyota Australia will expand its GAZOO Racing family of performance vehicles when the new-generation GR86 sports coupe launches locally in September. The new GR86 brings improved performance from its larger 2.4-litre engine, enhanced dynamic ability and greater specification compared to the fan-favourite 86 it replaces. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the proud legacy created by the original 86 would be further enhanced by the GR86. “When we launched...

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Hip Hip Hooray, it’s National Tree Day

July 31, 2022

And what a fab day it was! Torque Toyota has been a proud supporter of Planet Ark’s National Tree Day for the past decade and a half – and this year has sure been one to remember. Last Friday 29 July, as part of Australia’s largest annual tree-planting event, we were honoured to support Six local schools across Brisbane and Moreton Bay for Schools Tree Day – helping the children foster a greater connection with...

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Toyota Australia support Planet Ark’s National Tree Day to help drive sustainable future

July 31, 2022

Toyota Australia has reinforced its commitment to creating a more sustainable future by supporting Planet Ark’s Schools Tree Day and National Tree Day, encouraging all Australians to plant a tree for the benefit of the environment and the future of the community. Organised by Planet Ark in partnership with Toyota Australia, Schools Tree Day is held on Friday 29th July and National Tree Day on Sunday 31st July with local dealerships across the country getting...

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Toyota to celebrate decade of Toyota 86 with GR86 10th Anniversary

July 31, 2022

Toyota Australia is set to celebrate the 10th birthday of the fan-favourite 86 rear-drive sports coupe with the release of a special-edition GR86 10th Anniversary Edition. With just 86 examples available for Australia, the first of the GR86 10th Anniversary Edition will arrive soon after the new-generation GR86 sports car is launched locally in September. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the new GR86 marked an exciting time for...

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I beg your garden? National Tree Day is almost here!

July 17, 2022

Calling all green thumbs! Planet Ark’s National Tree Day 2022 is approaching, and we’re rallying the Brisbane and Moreton Bay community together for this important event. Will you join us? Torque Toyota is committed to a sustainable future, and we’re excited to be supporting Planet Ark for yet another fabulous year (15 and counting!) on Australia’s largest annual tree-planting and nature care event. SCHOOLS TREE DAY On Friday 29th July, 2022, school students right across...

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Toyota to bring a Turbocharged Power to the Kluger Lineup

July 17, 2022

Toyota will provide customers with a new powertrain choice, in the popular Kluger, with the addition of a new 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine in the first quarter of 2023. The new four-cylinder engine will introduce a highly efficient and more responsive powertrain for families in Australia. The 2.4-litre engine employs a range of sophisticated technologies, including a newly developed turbocharger, optimised fuel injection system and long stroke to deliver excellent response and high output. Toyota Australia...

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Toyota boosts safety, increases payload for Iconic LandCruiser 70 Series

June 6, 2022

Toyota is set to upgrade its iconic workhorse 4WD LandCruiser 70 Series with improvements to safety technology and an increase in gross vehicle mass (GVM), offering greater payload. Due to arrive in November of 2022, the upgraded LandCruiser 70 Series pickup and wagon range benefits from the addition of a pre-collision safety system incorporating autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection1. This builds upon the already extensive safety technology that includes anti-lock braking, traction...

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Toyota unveils track-focused two-door GR Corolla

June 5, 2022

Toyota will expand its much-anticipated GR Corolla sports car range in Australia, with a new and even more track -focused two-seater variant featuring increased body rigidity, lower weight and boosted torque. The performance-focused two-seater is due to arrive in Australia in 2023, with limited allocation for the first year of production. Details on the ordering process for both variants of this exciting new model will be announced in the fourth quarter of 2022. Toyota Australia...

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Toyota to deliver updates to Passenger Range

May 8, 2022

Toyota has announced a raft of upgrades across its passenger car and small SUV range, with the Corolla hatch and sedan, Yaris, Yaris Cross, C-HR, GR Supra and Camry set to receive a range of enhancements, to be rolled out over the second half of 2022. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the raft of updates across a number of models, were evidence of Toyota’s ongoing commitment to continuously...

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