HiLux leads October sales

The new-generation  HiLux topped the sales chart in October with 3339 deliveries as private buyers showed marked preference for the top-grade SR5 variants.

Toyota's executive director sales and marketing Tony Cramb said 4x4 HiLux variants had achieved their best October sales on record with overall HiLux demand trending even higher than the company had expected.

"Toyota dealers took more than 4000 new HiLux orders during the month, which is a remarkable introduction to a range that is tougher than ever while offering SUV levels of comfort and refinement," Mr Cramb said.

"Our dealers are already writing orders for delivery into 2016 as buyers continue to respond to the way HiLux offers improved value while inspiring go-anywhere confidence and delivering a compliant ride and advanced features," he said.

Cramb said there had been unprecedented demand for HiLux accessories, particularly bull bars compatible with the vehicle's airbags plus alloy wheels, tray liners, tow bar and load distribution hitch.

"Design and development of accessories was conducted in parallel with the vehicle over five years and tested rigorously under Australian conditions, providing an unmatched level of integration," he said.

Other segment-leading sales results for Toyota in October were the LandCruiser Prado, LandCruiser wagon, HiAce van and HiAce bus.

"Toyota is planning a strong November and December that will accelerate the company's full-year tally past 200,000 sales for the 11th time in the past 12 years," Mr Cramb said.