USA SALES JUNE - TOYOTA/LEXUS - the company saw sales dip on the month by 3.6%

• TMNA, Toyota and Lexus divisions set June light truck sales record
• RAV4, Highlander post best-ever June
• Lexus NX posts best-ever June

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) Inc., today reported June 2017 sales of 202,376 units. With the same number of selling days in June 2017 compared to June 2016, sales were up 2.1 percent on both a volume and daily selling rate (DSR) basis. 

For the first half of the year, TMNA reported sales of 1,155,165 units, down 3.6 percent versus the same period in 2016 on a DSR basis.  With the same number of selling days in the first half of 2017 compared to 2016, sales were down 3.6 percent on an unadjusted raw-volume basis. 

Toyota division posted June 2017 sales of 177,981 units, up 3.2 percent on a volume and DSR basis.   

“The auto industry has cooled off compared to last year’s record-breaking pace,” said Jack Hollis, group vice president and general manager, Toyota division. “In the first half, however, Toyota held its No. 1 retail brand status, as we were able to outperform the industry, thanks to our incredible dealers gaining momentum in the 2nd quarter, especially in light trucks and SUVs. We aim to carry that momentum for a strong second half, as we lead the charge back into the mid-size segment with the all-new Camry, and continue to benefit from improved inventory in our light trucks, including the new C-HR.” 

Lexus posted June sales of 24,395 units, down 5.4 percent on a volume and DSR basis. 

“It's no surprise that our luxury utility vehicles are driving Lexus sales, and our NX is on fire," said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager.  "Looking forward, our dealers run even faster the second half of the year, and with great availability, we're in a very healthy position to meet our customer needs. 2017 will see a strong close to another great year for the industry."

 
June 2017 and First Half Highlights:

• Camry records June sales of 29,463 units
• Corolla sedan posts sales of 29,432 units for the month
• TMNA posts best-ever light truck in first half
• RAV4 increases by 24.7 percent; best-ever June and best-ever first half
• Highlander posts sales of 17,237 units for best-ever June; best-ever first half
• 4Runner sales of 10,423 units in June; up 16.6 percent in the first half
• Tacoma and Tundra June sales rise by 4 and 4.3 percent respectively, combined sales over 25,000
• NX up 13 percent for best-ever June, up 11.7 percent year-to-date
• LX up nearly 5 percent in the first half
• RX sees gain of 4.5 percent in June

 *Note:  Unless otherwise stated, all figures reflect unadjusted raw sales volume

USA SALES MAY - TOYOTA/LEXUS - Up, up and away for sales for the brands.

• Total TMNA, Toyota and Lexus divisions set May sales record light trucks
• Toyota division SUVs up nearly 20 percent
• Lexus NX sees new best-ever May, up 24.3 percent

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) Inc., today reported its U.S. May 2017 sales of 218,248 units, a decrease of 0.5 percent from May 2016 on a volume basis. With one more selling day in May 2017 compared to May 2016, sales were down 4.5 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. 

Toyota division posted May 2017 sales of 192,847 units, up 0.1 percent on a volume basis, and down 3.9 percent on a DSR basis. 

“Although down from last year, the auto industry is still enjoying a solid year in 2017, with light trucks continuing to shine,” said Jack Hollis, group vice president and general manager, Toyota division. “We continue to see the SUV segment leading the way, with a best-ever May for RAV4, Highlander, and overall light truck for the Toyota division, where inventory remains at healthy levels for our customers during the summer buying season. 

We are also thrilled at how well the market is accepting our newest model, the C-HR, with its first full month of sales in May, as our dealers have started to build some inventory. So far, we are seeing strong interest from a younger demographic for the C-HR, which is exciting.”

Lexus posted sales of 25,401 vehicles in May 2017, down 4.8 percent on a volume basis, and down 8.6 percent on a DSR basis. 

“As we press further into 2017, Luxury Utility Vehicles continue to lead Lexus sales, with a best-ever May for the NX and our total LUV lineup,” said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “But continued interest in utility vehicles is not our only news—sales of the LC 500 and LC 500h kicked-off in May to a great start, exceeding our expectations and allowing our new LC owners to experience amazing.” 

May 2017 Highlights:

• Camry posts sales of 32,547 units
• Total TMNA, Toyota, and Lexus divisions all post new May record for light truck sales
• TMNA light trucks sales up 12.4 percent
• Toyota division light truck up more than 13 percent
• C-HR posts first full month of sales with 1,848 units
• RAV4 sales rise nearly 19 percent; a best-ever May
• Highlander up 22.5; a best-ever May
• 4Runner up more than 6 percent
• Tacoma up nearly 7 percent
• Tundra up 9.6 percent
• Lexus division LUV sales up 7.5 percent
• NX sets new best-ever May, volume up 24.3 percent, and up 19.3 on DSR basis
• LX up almost 38 percent on volume, and up 32.4 percent on a DSR basis

*Note:  Unless otherwise stated, all figures reflect unadjusted raw sales volume

USA SALES APRIL - TOYOTA/LEXUS - Both the brands took a tumble in April.

• TMNA and Toyota division set April sales record in light trucks
• Toyota division SUVs up nearly 9 percent
• Lexus NX sees new best-ever April

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) Inc., today reported its U.S. April 2017 sales of 201,926 units, a decrease of 4.4 percent from April 2016 on a volume basis. With one less selling day in April 2017 compared to April 2016, sales were down 0.7 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. 

Toyota division posted April 2017 sales of 179,810 units, down 3.5 percent on a volume basis, but up 0.3 percent on a DSR basis.    

“The industry’s appetite for SUV and light truck sales remains strong,” said Jack Hollis, group vice president and general manager of Toyota division. “Toyota continues to progress in aligning our mix with the industry, as seen by the exemplary month for our SUVs with Highlander, RAV4 and 4Runner all scoring an April best ever. Also, during the month we launched the C-HR subcompact SUV crossover, and we’re already hearing positive feedback on its performance and style.”

Lexus posted sales of 22,116 units, down 11.1 percent on a volume, and down 7.7 percent on a DSR basis. 

“Thanks to continued consumer interest in luxury utility vehicles and a healthy inventory, NX achieved its best April yet,” said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager.  “Moving into May, we’re excited to launch our stunning new flagship coupe, the LC 500 and LC 500h.” 

April 2017 Highlights:

• Camry posts sales of 31,428 units
• TMNA and Toyota division all post new April record for light truck sales
• RAV4 sales rise 5.3 percent on a volume basis, up 9.4 percent on a DSR basis; a best-ever April
• Highlander up 19.6 on a volume basis, up 24.2 on a DSR basis; a best-ever April
• 4Runner up nearly 3 percent on volume; posts best-ever April
• C-HR launched in April
• NX sets new best-ever April, volume up 13.2 percent, and up 17.6 on a DSR basis

USA SALES MARCH - TOYOTA/LEXUS - The two brands records a decrease in sales for the month

• Toyota division set March and first quarter sales record in light trucks 
• Toyota division SUVs up over 15 percent 
• Lexus division light trucks, Total NX sales set new March best ever

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) Inc., today reported its U.S. March 2017 sales of 215,224 units, a decrease of 2.1 percent from March 2016 on a volume basis. With the same number of selling days in March 2017 compared to March 2016, sales were down 2.1 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. 

Toyota division posted March 2017 sales of 187,289 units, down 1.2 percent on a volume and DSR basis.   

“The industry might see its first dip below a 17 million SAAR since June 2016, although it will likely be nearly flat to last March,” said Jack Hollis, group vice president and general manager, Toyota division. 

“The Toyota division set a new light truck record for the month and quarter as we saw SUV sales sizzle with a best-ever March for RAV4, Highlander, and 4Runner, all up double digits.”

Lexus posted sales of 27,935 units, down 7.5 percent on a volume and DSR basis. 

“In March, luxury utility vehicles continued to move off dealer lots,” said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “NX posted sales up 24 percent, and GX rose by 31 percent as our dealers met customer’s needs with better inventory during our Command Performance Sales Event.” 

March 2017 Highlights:

• Camry posts sales of 35,648 units
• Corolla records sales of over 30,000 units
• TMNA, Toyota, and Lexus divisions all post new March record for light truck sales
• RAV4 sales rise 10.3 percent; a best-ever March and first quarter
• Highlander up 20.8 percent; a best-ever March and first quarter
• 4Runner up 25.5 percent; posts best-ever March and first quarter
• Tacoma sales of 16,728
• Lexus luxury utility vehicles up 9.5 percent for the month
• NX up 24 percent for the month, sets new best ever March
• RX posts sales of 9,445 units
• GX gains 31 percent in March, up 5.7 percent in first quarter
• LX up almost 21 percent for the month

USA SALES FEBRUARY - TOYOTA/LEXUS - The combined brands saw sales drop in the month.

• TMS posts best-ever February light truck
• Toyota division posts best-ever February light truck, SUV sales
• Toyota division posts best-ever February in RAV4, 4Runner, Highlander
• L/Certified by Lexus achieves best-ever February sales

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA), Inc., today reported its US February 2017 sales of 174,339 vehicles, a decrease of 7.2 percent from February 2016 on a volume basis. With the same number of selling days in February 2017 compared to February 2016, sales were down 7.2 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis.

Toyota division posted February sales of 156,001 units, down 5.4 percent on a volume basis and DSR basis.

“Industry sales in February topped a 17 million unit pace for the eighth straight month,” said Bill Fay, group vice president and general manager of the Toyota division. “Led by best-ever February sales of RAV4, 4Runner, and Highlander the Toyota division also set a new light truck record for the month.”

Lexus posted February sales of 18,338 vehicles, down 20.6 percent on a volume basis and DSR basis.

“February saw continued demand for utility vehicles, and as we move into March, our healthy luxury utility vehicle inventory puts us in an excellent position to kick off our Command Performance Sales Event,” said Jeff Bracken, group vice president and general manager of the Lexus division. 

“In addition, February was a bright spot for L/Certified, with our dealers seeing another best-ever month in sales. This marks the 15th consecutive month of L/Certified record sales and growth.” 

February 2017 Highlights

• Camry posts February sales of 27,498 units
• Toyota division SUV posts best-ever February with sales of 54,623, up 14.3 percent
• Highlander posts best-ever February, up 27.8 percent
• RAV4 posts best-ever February with sales of 26,351 units, up 3.2 percent
• 4Runner posts best-ever February, up 28.7 percent
• Sequoia records 23.6 percent increase
• RX posts sales of 6,676
• L/Certified by Lexus posts best-ever February sales of 7,762

*Note: Unless otherwise stated, all figures reflect unadjusted raw sales volume

USA SALES JANUARY - TOYOTA/LEXUS - The brands posted it's best ever January ever.

• Toyota division posts best-ever January in RAV4, Highlander
• TCUV posted 17^th consecutive month of best-ever monthly sales
• L/Certified by Lexus achieves best-ever January sales

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA), Inc., today reported its U.S. January 2017 sales of 143,048 vehicles, a decrease of 11.3 percent from January 2016 on a volume basis. With the same number of selling days in January 2017 compared to January 2016, sales were down 11.3 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. 

Toyota division posted January sales of 127,476 units, down 9.2 percent on a volume basis and DSR basis.

“Coming off a record December and year in 2016, the industry in January took a bit of a pause with volume down slightly vs. a year ago,” said Bill Fay, group vice president and general manager of the Toyota division.

“Much improved Light Truck availability helped RAV4 and Highlander begin the year with record January sales.”

Lexus posted January sales of 15,572 vehicles, down 25.6 percent on a volume basis and DSR basis.

“January proved to be a challenging month driven by limited LUV availability and the strength of our December results,” said Jeff Bracken, group vice president and general manager of the Lexus division. “Our outstanding December of nearly 41,000 resulted in a low days’ supply for our core models, especially in metro markets. We are continuing to replenish dealer inventories and expect healthy levels in February. Our dealers did achieve a best-ever January in L/Certified sales with more than 7,900 sales.”

January 2017 Highlights  

• Camry posts January sales of 20,313 units
• Toyota division SUV up 8 percent in January
• Highlander posts best-ever January, up 12.4 percent
• RAV4 posts best-ever January with sales of 22,155 units, up 2.8 percent
• 4Runner sales were up 16 percent
• TCUV had a best-ever January and 17 consecutive months of  best-ever monthly sales
• RX posts sales of 5,520
• L/Certified by Lexus posts best-ever January sales of 7,901, up 9.2 percent from January 2016

 *Note:  Unless otherwise stated, all figures reflect unadjusted raw sales volume

USA SALES NOVEMBER - The combined Toyota & Lexus brands shows an increase on the month.

• TMS posts best-ever light truck sales for the month
• Highlander records all-time best-ever sales up almost 67 percent 
• TCUV and L/Certified by Lexus achieve best-ever annual sales record after only 11 months

Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported November 2016 sales of 197,645 units, an increase of 4.3 percent from November 2015 on a volume basis. With two more selling days in November 2016 compared than November 2015, sales were down 4.1 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. 

Toyota Division posted November sales of 168,595 units, up 5.3 percent on a volume basis and down 3.2 on a DSR basis.

“We expect to see the industry set a new sales record for November,” said Bill Fay, group vice president and general manager of the Toyota Division. “All-time best-ever Highlander sales combined with November best-ever RAV4 volume extends the Toyota Division’s 2016 streak of consecutive light truck sales records to 11 months.”

Lexus posted November sales of 29,050 units, down 1 percent on a volume basis and 8.9 percent on a DSR basis. 

"Our luxury utility vehicles continues to lead the way, with best-ever November sales for NX and best-ever November sales for the full LUV line up," said Jeff Bracken, Lexus division group vice president and general manager. "December is always one of our strongest months of the year, and we are poised for a December to Remember as we enter the month with the best light truck availability of the whole year."

November 2016 Highlights  

• Corolla up almost 12 percent, posts sales of 28,262 units; records best-ever November
• Camry posts November sales of 28,189 units
• TMS light trucks up 14 percent; a best-ever month
• Toyota Division SUV up nearly 20 percent
• Highlander up almost 67 percent; posts all-time best-ever month
• RAV4 posts sales of 28,116 units, up 2.7 percent; posts best-ever November
• 4Runner sales were up almost 14 percent
• Toyota Division pickups up almost 14 percent
• Tacoma up 15.3 percent
• Tundra sales were up 11.5 percent 
• TCUV had a best-ever month and achieved its best-ever annual sales record after only 11 months
• L/Certified by Lexus posts best-ever November sales; achieved its best-ever annual sales record after only 11 months
• Lexus LUVs up 10.4 percent; posts best-ever November sales    
• NX up almost 56 percent; posts best-ever November
• LX up almost 20 percent in November
• IS up 16.6 percent