Toyota Reports Best-Ever January Sales

February 3, 2004 - Torrance, CA - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported best-ever January sales of 143,729 units, an increase of 15.8 percent over the same period last year.

"Steady and sustained economic growth continues to be fueled by positive reports from key sectors," said Jim Press, TMS executive vice president and COO. "We are optimistic that both consumer spending and industry sales will remain strong through 2004."

Both TMS sales divisions recorded best-ever January sales. Toyota Division reported record-breaking January sales of 123,895, up 15.3 percent over the same period last year. The Lexus Division enjoyed its best-ever January with sales of 19,834 units, up 19.1 percent over the same period last year.

The Camry was the sales leader with 30,730 units, up 9.4 percent. Corolla, which adds an XRS model this spring, posted sales of 23,498, an increase of 12.0 percent over last January. Prius, the "2004 North American Car of the Year," reported best-ever January sales of 2,925 units, up 75.1 percent over last January.

Toyota light trucks celebrated a record January with sales of 60,704 units, an increase of 26.7 percent. The Sienna van continued its strong sales momentum with best-ever January sales of 12,840, up 106.9 percent over last January. Sales of the 4Runner mid-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) were up 24.8 percent, at 9,276 units sold. Highlander mid-size SUV sales were not far behind at 9,167, up 15.3 percent.

Tundra full-size pickup sales rose 23.7 percent, at 7,829 units for best-ever January sales, and the Tacoma compact pickup closed out the month with 11,616 units, an increase of 20.3 percent.

Scion, the new car marque from TMS, goes on sale today in dealer showrooms in the south, southeast and east coast of the United States. Scion has been on sale in California since June 9, 2003. Scion sales were strong at 1,418 units for January.

The Lexus Division's record-setting January was fueled by best-ever January luxury SUV sales of 10,020 units, an increase of 32.1 percent compared to the same period last year. The popular RX 330 had a best-ever January with 7,170 units sold, up 47.3 percent. The GX 470 SUV recorded sales of 2,152 units, up 2.3 percent. Finally, the LX 470 sales increased 12.8 percent over last January, at 698 units.

The ES 330 sedan posted sales of 5,254, up 11.6 percent. The LS 430 flagship sedan recorded sales of 2,510 units, a 57.2 percent increase.

Sales of North American-built vehicles accounted for 64.1 percent of total January sales. There were 26 selling days this sales month compared to 25 last January

 

Isnt it great? One of my best freinds has a 00 mustang V6 and is obscessed with mustangs. I was in her room the other day and she gave me her "40 years of mustangs" book and told me to read so that I may "learn why mustangs are superior to the lexus." I didnt even burst her bubble about how toyota has USURPED ford as the #2 car maker... and however you look at it, my car's engine is not only smoother and quieter.... its also bigger and more powerful than hers.

 

Proof that the '04 facelift has completely turned this car around!!! My local Lexus dealer has a Sclass or 7series on the pre-owned lot CONSTANTLY lately!! Good job for the Lexus boys!

 

dunno, a bit sad but this is actually getting less exciting news..... coz' i have been reading these stuff every month.....

 

Toyota is in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series this year. This would provide even more exposure to its truck.

 

In NYC, it seems like the new RX330 is parked on every corner. I know lots of people who have it, including my parents........... I think it will be the best selling luxury SUV of all time.

Lexus is doing great..........i just wish the new GS looked better, but im sure its gonna sell really well just like the ES, which also isn't that great looking IMO.

 

I knew they had to be doing well. Isee way too many new RXs allover the place, ESs too. I bet they won't be too upset about the GS's initial recption after a month like this. Now all the need to do is build a new LX.

 

This guy says CAR sales dropped 15% for Lexus in 2003 vs. 2002. Also -

Can someone please email this bonehead and let him know:

1. The ES 330 is not meant to be "sporty" - it is a luxury car!
2. The ES 330's interior makes the Infiniti G35, BMW 3, and MB C look like cheap sh*it.
3. No car under $40K can touch the ES 330 for value, quality, safety, and overall luxury.
4. The ES 330 sedan posted sales of 5,254, up 11.6 percent. The LS 430 flagship sedan recorded sales of 2,510 units, a 57.2 percent increase.

http://www.forbes.com/2004/01/26/cx_mf_0126test.html

 

* thumbs up *

I'm back with Lexus..

 

goes 2 show that lexus will stop and nothing 2 reach perfection and the people r buying into it ....its all in the test drive...the comfort in these cars r amazing...everyone says so 2 me when they 1st get in my car....my brother who owns a 2002 mb clk430 mentions every once in a while how his car is uncomfortable compared 2 mine........

 

Their car sales did drop 15%.

Worse, Lexus is now selling more trucks than cars!

See this post for more info
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...hreadid=108459

 

TOYOTA WILL OWN THE WORLD!

 

http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040203/latu085_1.html

Link to all model sales.

 

I still dont get why sales for the GS 300 and 430 are counted separately.
It should be just GS series.

 

Somebody also needs to tell Lexus the car is not meant to be sporty! (see link)
http://pressroom.toyota.com/photo_li...ml?id=20040211