Category: Toyota News


The Government’s ‘Instant Asset Write-Off’

November 26, 2020

In case you’re not aware, as part of the 2020-21 Budget the Federal Government announced a further extension and updated rules for the Instant Asset Write-Off Scheme to assist businesses with the purchase of assets. HOW DO THE NEW INSTANT ASSET WRITE-OFF RULES APPLY? Business owners may be eligible for an immediate tax write-off of a new or second-hand vehicle up to any value (previously $150,000 maximum) if the asset is ordered, acquired, installed and...

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Toyota expands GR Performance Brand with C-HR GR Sport

November 17, 2020

Toyota will launch its first GR Sport model in Australia when the C-HR GR Sport goes on sale in late November. The introduction of the C-HR GR Sport comes off the back of huge demand for the GR Yaris and will help Toyota deliver on its promise of offering customers a growing range of exciting, stylish performance cars under the banner of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales and Marketing Sean Hanley said...

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Next-Generation Toyota Mirai confirmed for Australia

November 17, 2020

Toyota Australia is advancing its commitment to electrification by confirming it will deliver the next-generation hydrogen-powered Mirai sedan to select business and government fleets from the first quarter of 2021. The initial allocation involves 20 examples of the innovative fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV), furthering Toyota’s commitment to a sustainable automotive future, as the only emission from Mirai is water. First deliveries of the all-new Mirai are expected to coincide with the commissioning of a solar-powered...

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Yaris Cross – Stylish, functional and versatile SUV with superb driving dynamics and ride comfort

November 4, 2020

Toyota has launched its all-new Yaris Cross that builds on a rich SUV heritage to deliver a stylish compact package designed to meet the lifestyle needs of active urban dwellers. As Toyota’s first entry in the light SUV market, the Yaris Cross doesn’t compromise when it comes to style or city-suitability and still delivers all the safety, versatility, functionality and capability of a larger SUV. The Yaris Cross – the second member in the all-new...

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All-New Yaris Cross – First in-class hybrid powertrain and high level of safety technology

October 27, 2020

Toyota’s all-new Yaris Cross will be priced from $26,9901 when it goes on sale on Monday (2 November), delivering the perfect blend of city style and SUV functionality to appeal to youthful, active, urban dwellers. As Toyota’s first entry into the light SUV market, the new Yaris Cross offers both petrol and first-in-class hybrid powertrains, 2WD and electric AWD capability, and exceptional safety features in a premium compact package. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales and Marketing...

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Toyota’s Local Talent Leads Advances for Hilux Heroes

September 28, 2020

Toyota has unveiled the most aggressive, most advanced – and most Australian -hero versions of the nation’s best-selling vehicle, HiLux. In this latest update, the new HiLux Rogue and HiLux Rugged X have been endowed with substantially higher performance and innovative new features. These have expanded the sense of adventure for HiLux Rogue and elevated the off-road protection and functionality of HiLux Rugged X. The two hero HiLux variants are expected to arrive in dealerships...

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Toyota Invests in New Performance Brand with GR Yaris

September 16, 2020

Toyota Australia has revealed a significant investment in its emerging GR brand, with customers of the 200kW GR Yaris set to reap a substantial bottom-line benefit when the high-performance sports car arrives in November. GR Yaris will storm onto the local market as a single, high-specification grade with an introductory driveaway price of $39,9501 – limited to the first 1,000 vehicles sold. Toyota Australia’s Vice President Sales and Marketing Sean Hanley said pre-sales will start next...

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Australia’s best selling car is a Toyota Hybrid

September 4, 2020

Toyota has made automotive history in Australia with its hybrid RAV4 SUV topping the local industry sales chart in August. RAV4, which is also sold with petrol versions, has led the market for the past two months – the first SUV to become the country’s best-selling vehicle. But sales of 4,405 hybrid RAV4 variants in August mark the first time that the hybrid-powered version of any model has outsold every other vehicle available in Australia....

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Toyota Upgrades Popular SUV and Workhorse Models

August 24, 2020

Toyota has reinforced its “continuous improvement” mantra by introducing new features that advance the appeal of its stylish C-HR crossover, 4WD LandCruiser 70 Series workhorse and its best-selling RAV4 SUV. C-HR benefits from a significant upgrade to safety and convenience, while the LC70 Series range is equipped for the first time with satellite navigation and RAV4 gains new features that further enhance its comfort and convenience. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales and Marketing Sean Hanley...

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Power, Safety and Equipment Boost for LandCruiser Prado

August 24, 2020

Toyota’s popular LandCruiser Prado has received a significant upgrade with more power and torque, enhanced safety, new multimedia technologies and additional premium features. At the heart of the revised range is an additional 20kW of power and 50Nm of torque from Prado’s 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine that is now mated exclusively to a six-speed automatic transmission. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales and Marketing Sean Hanley said the updates ensure Prado remains one of Australia’s most...

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