Toyota to introduce several new models in Argentina in 2026 On December 17, it was reported that Toyota plans to introduce several new models in Argentina in 2026, expanding its portfolio as well as Lexus’. The announcement was made by Toyota Argentina President Gustavo Salinas, who detailed the rollout schedule during a press conference. The most significant launch will be the Yaris Cross, which has already secured more than 2,000 reservations...

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ch scored 91%. The Mazda CX-5 earned a 93% score in Vulnerable Road User tests. Kia’s new EV4 received a four-star rating with its standard safety equipment but achieved five stars when fitted with the optional DriveWise ADAS Safety Pack. The Alpine A390, Kia PV5, and Toyota’s latest Aygo X and Yaris also earned four stars. Additionally, Euro NCAP assessed the EXLANTIX ET, Geely STARRAY EM-I, MG MG4 EV Urban, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, and Hy...

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Perodua Malaysia teases upcoming SUV, expected to ride on DNGA platform Reported on December 9, 2025, Perodua Malaysia released a short teaser for its upcoming model, captioned “Simplicity Continues…”. The model is widely expected to be the D66B B-segment crossover, which is anticipated to share DNGA underpinnings with the Toyota Yaris Cross. Perodua’s version is rumored to adopt the Nexis or Traz name, based on earlier trademark filings....

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sales of 7,953 vehicles, including Lexus models. Toyota-branded vehicles accounted for 7,731 units, comprising 2,617 domestically assembled and 5,114 imported units.  TMV’s hybrid portfolio also continued to gain momentum, with HEV sales rising to 831 units in November, up roughly 37% YoY. The Yaris Cross remained TMV’s best-selling model for the month with 1,720 units, followed by the Vios at 1,554 units. Other core models also posted ste...

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D system with a combined output of 196 HP and torque of 205 Nm (front) plus 269 Nm (rear), paired with a 59.2 kWh battery providing an NEDC range of up to 315 km. It supports AC charging up to 10 kW and DC fast charging up to 125 kW. Other models on display include Fortuner Leader G+, Yaris Ativ HEV, Yaris Cross Nightshade, Innova Zenix, bZ4X EV, GR86, GR Corolla, Alphard & Vellfire HEV, and the Camry with Charismo Luxe accessories....

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nits, VW sales increased 20.4% to 6,436 units, Dacia sales increased 14.9% to 5,774 units and SEAT sales decreased 1.9% to 5,106 units compared to November 2024. The best-selling cars in November 2025, in order of popularity, were the Dacia Sandero, Renault Clio, Peugeot 2008, SEAT Ibiza and Toyota Yaris Cross. Of all vehicles sold in November, gasoline vehicles had a 22.5% market share, diesel vehicles had a 5.3% share, and other vehicles had a ...

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ta registrations decreased 3.4% (8.7% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 16.6% (7.2% share), Dacia registrations decreased 12.7% (6.2% share), BMW registrations decreased 4.3% (5.0% share). The best-selling cars in November, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Toyota Yaris X, Jeep Avenger and Toyota Yaris. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in Novemb...

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up 24.0% YoY to 19,291 units, while commercial vehicles were up 27.8% to 27,741 units. Pickup sales included in the commercial vehicle sales were up 1.7% to 13,572 units. In the first 10 months of 2025, vehicle sales were 495,001 units, 3.9% higher than the same period in 2024.By model, the Toyota Yaris ATIV, including HEV version launched in August was the best-selling model in October with 4,876 units, followed by Toyota Hilux with 4,448 units...

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cles such as the new RAV4 generation and the upcoming unibody midsize pickup derived from the Corolla platform. The announcement, made by Maggio in an interview, reinforces the company’s long-term electrification strategy, already applied to the Corolla, Corolla Cross, and the recently introduced Yaris Cross. The automaker will extend hybrid flex technology, to both locally produced and imported models. (AutoEsporte on November 25, 2025)...

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Toyota Yaris Cross to be launched in Argentina in February 2026 On November 17, Toyota Argentina announced that the new Yaris Cross will be launch in February 2026 across 43 dealerships nationwide. The model combines modern design, interior comfort, and advanced safety features, including Toyota Safety Sense across all versions. It offers two powertrains: a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with 106 hp and a hybrid system delivering 111 hp, paired with a...

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Toyota opens pre-sales for Yaris Cross in Brazil On November 19, it was announced that Toyota began pre-sales of the Yaris Cross, the first hybrid-flex compact SUV in the Brazilian market. The model will be available in four versions with deliveries starting in February 2026. Production will begin that same month at the Sorocaba plant, with an annual goal of 50,000 units, 25% of which will be exported to over 20 countries. The Yaris Cross debuts ...

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adult protection and performed well in driver assistance. All the models received 5-star rating. BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé also did well overall but received 4-star rating due to a lower 78% adult protection score. In the hatchback and crossover groups, CUPRA Formentor, CUPRA Leon, SEAT Leon, Toyota Yaris Cross (4-star), and Volkswagen ID.3 models were reviewed. CUPRA Formentor led with 91% adult protection, and 86% for child protection, while the...

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ihatsu Move increased by about 3.1-fold year-over-year (y/y) to 16,015 units. Sales of the N-Box, which lost steam since April 2025 due to the rise of prices and other factors, declined by 24.0% y/y to 12,784 units in October. In the rankings including registered vehicle models, sales of the Toyota Yaris exceeded the sales of the Daihatsu Move, and ranked first for the first time in six months, with a sales increase of 1.3% y/y to 17,041 units. (...

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he month included 9,107 BEV passenger cars, 48 BEV pickups, and 149 REEV passenger cars. In the first 9 months of 2025, vehicle sales were 447,969 units, 2.1% higher than the same period in 2024. By model, the Toyota Hilux was the best-selling model in September with 5,368 units, followed by Toyota Yaris ATIV with 4,238 units, Isuzu D-Max with 3,587 units, Toyota Yaris Cross with 2,745 units and Honda City with 2,141 units.  The growth was fuele...

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rrently on layoff. To compensate for lost output since September 23, Toyota will accelerate production in November and December: Sorocaba will operate three shifts, while Indaiatuba will maintain two. Production of ICE versions of Corolla and Corolla Cross is expected to resume in January 2026. The Yaris hatch, still built in Brazil for export, will also rely on imported engines. The 1.5-liter aspirated engine will come from Indonesia, while the ...

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its, including Lexus models. Breaking it down, sales of Toyota-branded vehicles totaled 7,768 units, comprised of 2,521 locally assembled cars and 5,247 imported vehicles. Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) sales also showed month-on-month growth in October, with 822 units sold. Among Toyota models, the Yaris Cross led the charge with 1,833 units. The Vios sedan followed with 1,402 units sold. Other models such as the Corolla Cross, Veloz Cross, and I...

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rket share), Toyota registrations increased 0.8% (8.5% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 10.8% (7.8% share), Dacia registrations decreased 1.8% (6.0% share), BMW registrations decreased 2.6% (5.0% share). The best-selling cars in October, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Toyota Yaris Cross, Jeep Avenger, Dacia Sandero and Toyota Yaris. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger ...

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Toyota South Africa launches updated GR Yaris with new automatic transmission On October 24, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) announced the arrival of the updated GR Yaris. The updated GR Yaris is equipped with a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine producing 210 kW and 400 Nm, making it one of the most powerful three-cylinder engines in production. It is combined with Toyota’s GR-FOUR all-wheel-drive system, offering better traction, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

% year-on-year increase. Both Toyota and Lexus achieved record performances, with Toyota maintaining its position as the second best-selling brand in Europe. EVs accounted for 77% of total sales, 5% more, as BEV sales grew by 41% and PHEV surged by 209 percent. Toyota sold 865,401 units, led by the Yaris Cross, which dominated the B-SUV segment with an 11% share, followed by the Yaris, Corolla, Toyota C-HR, RAV4, and Aygo X. Toyota Professional s...

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Toyota announces impossibility to import engine for Yaris cross production in Brazil On October 6, it was reported that Toyota’s key project for the second half of the decade, the Yaris Cross, remains without a launch date in Brazil following the September 23 storm that destroyed the company’s engine plant in Porto Feliz, São Paulo. While production of other models will resume with imported engines starting in November, the Yaris Cross faces...

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