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First-Ever Toyota Hilux GR Sport Arrives In Australia As Flagship Performance Variant

October 9, 2023

The Toyota HiLux range has become even more appealing to Aussie fans with the arrival of its new flagship variant, the all-terrain performance GR Sport which enters local showrooms priced from $73,990 plus on-road costs1. The result of extensive development, including by Australian styling design and engineering evaluation teams, the HiLux GR Sport takes the desirability and capability of Australia’s favourite pick-up to new levels. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean...

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Toyota Presents New-Vehicle Showcase Led By Hilux BEV Concept

October 9, 2023

Toyota Australia has presented a range of exciting new production and concept vehicles showcasing Toyota’s diverse powertrain technologies, headlined by the HiLux Revo BEV Concept. Alongside the HiLux Revo BEV Concept, the showcase saw Toyota present a number of new vehicles due to arrive in Australia over the next 12 months including all-new LandCruiser Prado, hybrid C-HR and fully-electric bZ4X, upgraded LandCruiser 70 Series, two new HiLux variants, and the RHD full-sized pick-up Tundra. Toyota...

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Toyota To Add 48-Volt Technology For Hilux In 2024

June 30, 2023

Toyota is set to offer approximately 10 percent fuel economy improvement for certain HiLux models, compared to the current 2.8-litre turbo diesel variants, when upgraded versions fitted with 48-Volt Technology arrive in the first half of 2024. 48-Volt Technology will be combined with the 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine and six-speed automatic transmission and comprises an additional 48-Volt battery, small electric motor-generator and other components. In addition to delivering improved fuel economy, 48-Volt Technology will also...

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Toyota Unveils All-New Premium C-HR SUV

June 30, 2023

Toyota has taken the wraps off the all-new stylish, premium C-HR SUV ahead of its Australian launch in the first half of 2024. The all-new model builds on the original 1st generation C-HR with its bold, sophisticated styling, new generation hybrid powertrains, high levels of safety, Connected Services and convenience features, and improved driving characteristics, set to broaden its appeal. Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the all-new C-HR...

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Fire-Breathing Toyota GR Corolla Morizo Edition Lands In Australia

June 30, 2023

Following the launch of the hotly anticipated GR Corolla performance hatch in February earlier this year, Toyota has taken performance to a whole new level with the arrival of the strictly limited Morizo Edition – an even more focused version of the acclaimed GR Corolla. Limited to just 25 units for Australia, the Morizo Edition adds a range of focused enhancements over the GR Corolla GTS designed to maximise precision handling and track-day performance. Toyota...

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Toyota Drives Strong Start For North Queensland Toyota Cowboys NRLW Squad

June 8, 2023

Toyota Australia and the North Queensland Toyota Dealers have assured the future of the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys inaugural NRLW squad in a milestone Principal Partnership. The multi-year partnership will see the Toyota logo displayed front-and-centre on the NRLW Cowboys’ home and away jerseys, training shirt and polo, from the start of the NRLW Premiership season in July 2023. Cowboys Chief Executive Jeff Reibel said Toyota’s investment in the club’s first elite women’s squad was...

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Toyota Yaris Family Reaches Landmark Of 10 Million Global Sales

May 10, 2023

Toyota’s ever-popular, multi-award-winning Yaris family of cars has reached a worldwide total of 10 million sales in the 25th year of production. The milestone means Yaris joins Toyota’s illustrious eight-figure sales achievers – Corolla, Camry, RAV4, HiLux and LandCruiser. Yaris has consistently been a pioneer, introducing new technologies and concepts to the compact car market for almost a quarter of a century. Its spirit of innovation has helped maintain its status as one of Toyota’s...

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Toyota Demonstrates Broad Potential Of FCEV Technology As Part Of Hydrogen Showcase

April 27, 2023

Toyota Australia is showcasing an innovative fuel cell food truck concept, the FCV Express Diner, as part of a national Hydrogen Showcase that demonstrates a variety of potential applications for its hydrogen fuel cell technology. Among the fuel cell vehicles on display is the HiAce-based FCV Express Diner concept, a Caetano 33-seat commercial bus, a Toyota forklift, EODev stationary power generator, and the Toyota Mirai sedan, demonstrating the broad applications for fuel-cell technology across a...

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Toyota Kluger, Hilux Acknowledged At Car Of The Year Awards

March 29, 2023

Toyota’s family-favourite Kluger SUV and best-selling HiLux pick-up have impressed industry experts, winning prestigious awards at leading automotive websites CarExpert and drive.com.au. Drive’s Car of the Year awards have adjudicated the Kluger as being the premium choice in the large SUV segment for the second year running, impressing with its value, hybrid powertrain and ample space. Meanwhile, Australia’s most popular car, the HiLux pick-up, has been deemed the best value proposition in the Performance category...

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New Toyota Hilux GR Sport To Be Displayed At Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix

March 29, 2023

Toyota Australia will display the new flagship HiLux GR Sport pick-up at the 2023 Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix, giving local fans their first in-the-metal look at the new halo off-road variant. The HiLux GR Sport will be on display at the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Garage – a fan activation site situated behind the main straight offering a close look at some of Toyota’s most exciting GR performance cars. Designed to replicate a real racing...

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