THE Toyota Hilux is once again Mzansi’s most popular bakkie with 3 336 deliveries last month, continuing its legendary retail leadership.
Toyota’s total sales for the month stands at 12 574 units, which is a remarkable performance, reflecting an impressive market share of 27,3%.
Senior vice president of sales and marketing for Toyota South Africa, Leon Theron, is upbeat about the company’s results.
“Despite obvious market detractors such as the Transnet strike and volatile trading conditions, I am very proud of Toyota’s performance year-to-date. Over 12 000 units retailed for the month and a market share of 27,3% is a phenomenal result. All credit has to go our dealer network and, of course, our loyal customer base. Thank you,” said Theron.
Reflecting on the new vehicle sales statistics for the month of October this year, the National Association of Automotive Manufacturers of South Africa said that although the pace of recovery has started to ease, the performance of the new vehicle market remained reassuring considering further headwinds such as the logistical disruptions during the month.
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Aggregate domestic new vehicle sales in October this year at 45 966 units reflected an increase of 4 715 units or 11,4% from the 41 251 vehicles sold in October last year.
Export sales recorded an increase of 4 101 units or 16,1% to 29 508 units in October this year compared to the 25 407 vehicles exported in October last year.
In the Toyota stable, the sales runner-up for the month was the Corolla Cross, which managed 2 014 deliveries, with other notable contributions coming from the Urban Cruiser at 1 820, the ubiquitous Quantum at 1 239, the Fortuner with 847 as well as the Starlet at 839.
Toyota South Africa Motors truck division Hino had a strong sales month with the 200-Series, retailing 66 units while the 300-Series and 500-Series recorded 150 and 114 units, apiece.
On the luxury front, Lexus ES (22) and RX (17), also had a decent showing on the leader board.
