April 2006 Sales Thread
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Porsche's April 2006 Results Establish Best Sales Month Ever
ATLANTA--May 2, 2006--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced its best one-month sales results ever in the United States. In April, Porsche sold a total of 3,341 cars in this country, an increase of 9 percent compared to April of 2005 when sales were 3,065. Helping drive this history making result, the Porsche 911 continued its brisk sales pace by establishing another record month in April with sales of 1,229, an increase of 22 percent when compared to the same month in 2005. For the year, 911 sales are 4,068, outpacing 2005's year-to-date performance by 23 percent.
This April's overall strong showing joins a list of record-breaking results in 2006 for the German automaker in the U.S. PCNA has marked record sales in each of the first four months of 2006. During the current year, Porsche has recorded sales of 12,458 through April, which is 21 percent ahead of last year's pace.
"2006 continues to show the brand's growing appeal in this critical market," said Peter Schwarzenbauer, PCNA President and CEO. "It is particularly gratifying to see the strong market momentum building for the 911 series that is enjoying record popularity even before we introduce the incredible 911 Turbo later this year."
This month's remarkable performance at Porsche also saw increases in the Boxtster/Cayman series, which enjoyed combined sales of 1,177 for April and an increase of 24 percent above the same month in 2005.
In addition, dealers sold 549 Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicles in April, compared to 572 for the same period last year.
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ATLANTA--May 2, 2006--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced its best one-month sales results ever in the United States. In April, Porsche sold a total of 3,341 cars in this country, an increase of 9 percent compared to April of 2005 when sales were 3,065. Helping drive this history making result, the Porsche 911 continued its brisk sales pace by establishing another record month in April with sales of 1,229, an increase of 22 percent when compared to the same month in 2005. For the year, 911 sales are 4,068, outpacing 2005's year-to-date performance by 23 percent.
This April's overall strong showing joins a list of record-breaking results in 2006 for the German automaker in the U.S. PCNA has marked record sales in each of the first four months of 2006. During the current year, Porsche has recorded sales of 12,458 through April, which is 21 percent ahead of last year's pace.
"2006 continues to show the brand's growing appeal in this critical market," said Peter Schwarzenbauer, PCNA President and CEO. "It is particularly gratifying to see the strong market momentum building for the 911 series that is enjoying record popularity even before we introduce the incredible 911 Turbo later this year."
This month's remarkable performance at Porsche also saw increases in the Boxtster/Cayman series, which enjoyed combined sales of 1,177 for April and an increase of 24 percent above the same month in 2005.
In addition, dealers sold 549 Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicles in April, compared to 572 for the same period last year.
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Originally Posted by genearch
Ouch... even the Infiniti M is outselling the GS...
** Sorry folks, I don't buy the "new GS*** is coming so sales are slow and Lexus is holding back production" argument.
** Sorry folks, I don't buy the "new GS*** is coming so sales are slow and Lexus is holding back production" argument.
When the GS 350/460 drop, it will be a totally different story.
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Originally Posted by TRDFantasy
Certain members on ClubLexus, which will remain nameless, also doubted the whole "IS production is ramping up and sales will go above 4K per month" argument, and they were proven wrong.
We will see in the coming months if doubters of the GS argument are also proved wrong.
On another note, Acura had TL sales reach almost 8K! That's crazy! I'm really interested in seeing May sales figures, to see how the ES350 will impact TL sales.
Also on another note: the Accord Hybrid took a complete nosedive sales-wise, and the Civic Hybrid also dropped in sales. The Corolla had a clear lead over the new Civic sales-wise, which is surprising.
Prius sales have dropped, but that has already been confirmed to be because of production being allocated to the ramp up of the Camry Hybrid. The Prius continues to fly off the dealer lots, and demand does not seem to be decreasing.
The Yaris and FJ both had some solid sales.
We will see in the coming months if doubters of the GS argument are also proved wrong.
On another note, Acura had TL sales reach almost 8K! That's crazy! I'm really interested in seeing May sales figures, to see how the ES350 will impact TL sales.
Also on another note: the Accord Hybrid took a complete nosedive sales-wise, and the Civic Hybrid also dropped in sales. The Corolla had a clear lead over the new Civic sales-wise, which is surprising.
Prius sales have dropped, but that has already been confirmed to be because of production being allocated to the ramp up of the Camry Hybrid. The Prius continues to fly off the dealer lots, and demand does not seem to be decreasing.
The Yaris and FJ both had some solid sales.
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Originally Posted by genearch
Like it or not, BMW has an extremely well rounded line-up in the 3 series. Lexus should have taken notice a few years ago and addressed it when the new IS was released.
Their mistake is BMW's gain.
Their mistake is BMW's gain.
No one is taking away from the fact the new 3 is a great car and their lineup is very solid. Good for them.
Both brands are in WIN WIN situations.
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
B.S. IS sales expectations are I think 47k a year. 4500 avgx12= 54000 units. I guarentee you the IS will hit over 5k units easy once they figure out the correct allocation to build (250 vs 350)
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Originally Posted by TRDFantasy
I agree with you, but it's funny to see people who criticize and doubt the claims that production is ramping up. IS sales will definitely exceed Lexus' target of 40,000 annual sales. Combined with the new ES, both cars together will be taking away sales from other brands.
While everyone else has only 1 car in the segment, Lexus has 2. If u think of them as one car since they are the same price, well, they sell over 100k units a year and no one comes close.
So maybe its not Lexus that is wrong. Maybe the others should follow suit and reach for more sales?
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This is the start of a new product cycle for Lexus. I wouldn't be ringing the alarm bells just yet. The same thing happened last year, BMW was ahead a month or two. So what? This luxury market is neck and neck, Lexus is often ahead but not always. That's what makes things interesting.
And the BMW coupe is 'coming' also, just like the New G35 is 'coming' so Lexus is not ahead or behind in that regard--everyone has their model cycles.
I'm hopeful that Lexus will expand their non-SUV sales ratio in the years to come.
This is the start of a new product cycle for Lexus. I wouldn't be ringing the alarm bells just yet. The same thing happened last year, BMW was ahead a month or two. So what? This luxury market is neck and neck, Lexus is often ahead but not always. That's what makes things interesting.
And the BMW coupe is 'coming' also, just like the New G35 is 'coming' so Lexus is not ahead or behind in that regard--everyone has their model cycles.
I'm hopeful that Lexus will expand their non-SUV sales ratio in the years to come.
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Originally Posted by genearch
There is always something "coming" ...
IS Coupe?
IS500?
IS convertible?
LS460
GS350
GS460
Sell today... not the future. It is not as though the competition will stand still. BMW has the 3 coupe that will sell like hot cakes, Infiniti will take market share with the G35/37 sedan and coupe and don't sleep on MB and Audi
IS Coupe?
IS500?
IS convertible?
LS460
GS350
GS460
Sell today... not the future. It is not as though the competition will stand still. BMW has the 3 coupe that will sell like hot cakes, Infiniti will take market share with the G35/37 sedan and coupe and don't sleep on MB and Audi
We both know Audi rings no bells with American consumers, Infiniti will sell G35s to those that want the cheapest car in class (and 10% sales to Enterprise) and we have to wait for the new C-class.
What I am saying is, there seems to be a WIN WIN situation for most carmakers in this segment. There seems to be room for most of these players.
But please, continue to tell us Lexus is bad on a Lexus forum and BMW is the greatest company ever created. (and to think I really like BMWs)
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Originally Posted by genearch
No, that's not what I'm saying at all. You have a tendency to read into things that aren't there.
I'm saying that everybody is making excuses for Lexus when there is no reason to... If Lexus was really serious about outselling the 3 series, they would have done something about it three years ago. They have a three vehicle approach to reach that entire segment, which clearly is not enough to own that segment.
And.. yes, I'm tired of hearing how "The new improved Lexus xxx is coming and Lexus will show them how it's done" In sales, you cannot sell from an empty wagon. There are no acceptable excuses. Sales will rise and drop from all manufacturers. The "new" GS has been out over a year now and while I personally believe it offers a better value over the M45, there is NO way to rationalize why the M outselling is the GS. Lexus dropped the ball here. Lexus has an actual pricing issue, or a perceived value issue. Either way, it's not cutting it.
Don't be fooled thinking that people are sitting on the sidelines keeping their checkbooks warm while Lexus prepares the GS350/460. They will make no measurable impact on this section of the market.
I agree with other posters in this thread... the IS350 and ES350 will grab GS market share.
Imagine the Lexus car line in a product pyramid.
LS & SC430
GS4xx
GS3xx/ES3XX/IS350
IS250
The GS 4xx buyer will be squeezed down market to tier 3 and the GS350 will have to compete with the ES for the "lux" buyer and IS for the "sporty sedan" buyer. If those customers stick with Lexus, Lexus wins.. what has been happening is that they have been choosing the M45 which wedges between the GS4xx and the GS3xx.
The coupe is in it's own segment and is not a huge seller for Lexus or other manufacturers. (with the slight exception of the Infiniti G35)
I'm saying that everybody is making excuses for Lexus when there is no reason to... If Lexus was really serious about outselling the 3 series, they would have done something about it three years ago. They have a three vehicle approach to reach that entire segment, which clearly is not enough to own that segment.
And.. yes, I'm tired of hearing how "The new improved Lexus xxx is coming and Lexus will show them how it's done" In sales, you cannot sell from an empty wagon. There are no acceptable excuses. Sales will rise and drop from all manufacturers. The "new" GS has been out over a year now and while I personally believe it offers a better value over the M45, there is NO way to rationalize why the M outselling is the GS. Lexus dropped the ball here. Lexus has an actual pricing issue, or a perceived value issue. Either way, it's not cutting it.
Don't be fooled thinking that people are sitting on the sidelines keeping their checkbooks warm while Lexus prepares the GS350/460. They will make no measurable impact on this section of the market.
I agree with other posters in this thread... the IS350 and ES350 will grab GS market share.
Imagine the Lexus car line in a product pyramid.
LS & SC430
GS4xx
GS3xx/ES3XX/IS350
IS250
The GS 4xx buyer will be squeezed down market to tier 3 and the GS350 will have to compete with the ES for the "lux" buyer and IS for the "sporty sedan" buyer. If those customers stick with Lexus, Lexus wins.. what has been happening is that they have been choosing the M45 which wedges between the GS4xx and the GS3xx.
The coupe is in it's own segment and is not a huge seller for Lexus or other manufacturers. (with the slight exception of the Infiniti G35)
2.There in no doubt the M35/45 is a very good car and clearly a homerun for Nissan. Again though, Lexus is not the same company it was, selling a GS 300 since what 1993-2005 with the same engine. They have stated, they will continue to change and offer more powerpants. So when the GS is revamped (like the E is now 350 and 550 and the 5 has a new 550) with the 350 and 460, Nissan in their short sightedness, will have even older tech than they have now.
3. I disagree. People that want a GS want a GS. Even with the IS 350 more powerful than the 430 and 300 and cheaper, 2300 people bought a GS. Different strokes for different folks.
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Infiniiti is getting drilled. Sales are down, the QX is new, the FX is revised, new G35s are around the corner. The GT-R will be a Nissan, M sales are strong.
Just not good for their already restless dealers. coming.
Just not good for their already restless dealers. coming.
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Originally Posted by LexArazzo
TORRANCE, Calif., May 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS),
U.S.A., Inc., today reported an all-time best-ever sales month totaling
219,965 units in April, up 8.5 percent over the same period last year.
"The market for lower-priced, higher-mileage vehicles is showing
strength, as are hybrids," said Jim Press, Toyota Motor Sales president and
COO. "Record oil prices have a way of reminding us how close to the cliff
we're living."
The Toyota Division recorded an all-time best-ever sales month in April
with 195,286 units, an increase of 10 percent, while the Lexus Division
posted April sales of 24,679 units.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division's passenger cars posted all-time best-ever sales in
April of 114,670 units, an increase of 6.3 percent over last year. The
completely redesigned 2007 Camry, which went on sale in late April,
recorded best-ever April sales of 40,203 units, an increase of 3.3 percent.
Arriving in showrooms the last week of April, the all-new Camry Hybrid had
early sales of 86 units. Demand for the Prius gas-electric hybrid continues
to outweigh supply, with sales totaling 8,234 units for the month. Making
its U.S. debut in mid March, the Yaris subcompact posted robust sales of
6,393 units. The Corolla enjoyed all-time best-ever sales of 36,155 units
in April, up 9.3 percent.
Toyota Division light truck sales reported a best-ever April totaling
80,616 units, an increase of 15.6 percent. Hybrid sales showed no signs of
slowing, with the Highlander Hybrid gas-electric mid-size SUV reporting an
all-time best-ever sales month of 3,768 units. Combined April sales of the
Highlander and Highlander Hybrid totaled 10,712 units.
Sales of the RAV4 reached an all-time best-ever of 13,854 units, up
106.4 percent over the same period last year. The all-new FJ Cruiser, which
debuted in late March, posted strong April sales of 5,649 units. The
4Runner mid-size SUV sales totaled 9,406 units for the month, up 14.7
percent over last April. Tacoma posted April sales of 15,220 units, up 4.3
percent over the same period last year.
Scion reported strong April sales of 15,444 units. The xA subcompact
led the way with all-time best-ever sales of 3,331 units, an increase of
29.5 percent. The tC sports coupe posted April sales of 6,435 units, while
the xB recorded sales of 5,678 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars posted best-ever April sales of 13,304 units, an
increase of 11.2 percent. The IS luxury sport sedans reported best-ever
April sales of 4,715 units, a 978.5 percent increase over last April. The
IS 250 reported sales of 3,531, with the IS 350 recording 1,184 units. The
all-new GS 450h hybrid luxury performance sedan went on sale the last week
in April and posted early sales of 141 units.
Lexus light trucks recorded April sales of 11,375 units. The RX luxury
utility vehicles posted combined April sales of 8,890 units. The RX 400h
luxury hybrid SUV continued its steady sales performance with a total of
2,247 units in April.
Sales of North American-built vehicles accounted for 54.3 percent of total
April sales. There were 26 selling days this April compared to 27 selling
days last April.
U.S.A., Inc., today reported an all-time best-ever sales month totaling
219,965 units in April, up 8.5 percent over the same period last year.
"The market for lower-priced, higher-mileage vehicles is showing
strength, as are hybrids," said Jim Press, Toyota Motor Sales president and
COO. "Record oil prices have a way of reminding us how close to the cliff
we're living."
The Toyota Division recorded an all-time best-ever sales month in April
with 195,286 units, an increase of 10 percent, while the Lexus Division
posted April sales of 24,679 units.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division's passenger cars posted all-time best-ever sales in
April of 114,670 units, an increase of 6.3 percent over last year. The
completely redesigned 2007 Camry, which went on sale in late April,
recorded best-ever April sales of 40,203 units, an increase of 3.3 percent.
Arriving in showrooms the last week of April, the all-new Camry Hybrid had
early sales of 86 units. Demand for the Prius gas-electric hybrid continues
to outweigh supply, with sales totaling 8,234 units for the month. Making
its U.S. debut in mid March, the Yaris subcompact posted robust sales of
6,393 units. The Corolla enjoyed all-time best-ever sales of 36,155 units
in April, up 9.3 percent.
Toyota Division light truck sales reported a best-ever April totaling
80,616 units, an increase of 15.6 percent. Hybrid sales showed no signs of
slowing, with the Highlander Hybrid gas-electric mid-size SUV reporting an
all-time best-ever sales month of 3,768 units. Combined April sales of the
Highlander and Highlander Hybrid totaled 10,712 units.
Sales of the RAV4 reached an all-time best-ever of 13,854 units, up
106.4 percent over the same period last year. The all-new FJ Cruiser, which
debuted in late March, posted strong April sales of 5,649 units. The
4Runner mid-size SUV sales totaled 9,406 units for the month, up 14.7
percent over last April. Tacoma posted April sales of 15,220 units, up 4.3
percent over the same period last year.
Scion reported strong April sales of 15,444 units. The xA subcompact
led the way with all-time best-ever sales of 3,331 units, an increase of
29.5 percent. The tC sports coupe posted April sales of 6,435 units, while
the xB recorded sales of 5,678 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars posted best-ever April sales of 13,304 units, an
increase of 11.2 percent. The IS luxury sport sedans reported best-ever
April sales of 4,715 units, a 978.5 percent increase over last April. The
IS 250 reported sales of 3,531, with the IS 350 recording 1,184 units. The
all-new GS 450h hybrid luxury performance sedan went on sale the last week
in April and posted early sales of 141 units.
Lexus light trucks recorded April sales of 11,375 units. The RX luxury
utility vehicles posted combined April sales of 8,890 units. The RX 400h
luxury hybrid SUV continued its steady sales performance with a total of
2,247 units in April.
Sales of North American-built vehicles accounted for 54.3 percent of total
April sales. There were 26 selling days this April compared to 27 selling
days last April.
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TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
April, 2006
-- CURRENT MONTH -- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR% DSR%
2006 2005 CHG 2006 2005 CHG
YARIS 6,393 0 #N/A 7,732 0 #N/A
COROLLA 36,155 34,336 9.3 118,442 115,994 3.1
CAMRY 40,203 40,435 3.3 133,978 138,939 -2.6
AVALON 8,239 9,229 -7.3 30,782 24,662 26.1
PRIUS 8,234 11,345 -24.6 30,357 34,225 -10.4
SCION xA 3,331 2,671 29.5 10,494 8,607 23.1
SCION xB 5,678 6,002 -1.8 18,648 18,471 2.0
SCION tC 6,435 7,129 -6.3 22,658 21,696 5.5
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. PASS.
CAR 114,670 112,002 6.3 373,113 366,134 2.9
ES 330 4,603 5,597 -14.6 15,390 20,373 -23.7
LS 430 1,071 2,398 -53.6 4,617 9,080 -48.6
SC 430 579 778 -22.7 1,963 2,548 -22.2
GS 300 1,963 2,657 -23.3 7,638 7,175 7.5
GS 430/450h 373 541 -28.4 1,208 1,681 -27.4
IS 250/350 4,715 454 978.5 17,880 1,774 917.9
TOTAL LEXUS PASS. CAR 13,304 12,425 11.2 48,696 42,631 15.4
TOTAL TOYOTA PASS. CAR 127,974 124,427 6.8 421,809 408,765 4.2
SIENNA 13,912 13,471 7.2 54,302 47,914 14.5
RAV4 13,854 6,971 106.4 47,798 22,631 113.3
FJ CRUISER 5,649 0 #N/A 8,433 0 #N/A
4RUNNER 9,406 8,519 14.7 37,331 35,213 7.1
HIGHLANDER 10,712 12,896 -13.7 40,115 45,495 -11.0
LAND CRUISER 255 425 -37.7 1,140 1,742 -33.9
SEQUOIA 2,771 4,039 -28.8 11,839 16,164 -26.0
TOTAL SUV 42,647 32,850 34.8 146,656 121,245 22.2
4X2 TACOMA 9,109 9,314 1.6 33,808 29,660 15.1
4X4 TACOMA 6,111 5,833 8.8 23,219 19,581 19.8
TOTAL TACOMA 15,220 15,147 4.3 57,027 49,241 17.0
TUNDRA 8,837 10,932 -16.1 40,662 43,660 -5.9
TOTAL PICKUP 24,057 26,079 -4.2 97,689 92,901 6.2
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. LT
TRUCK 80,616 72,400 15.6 298,647 262,060 15.1
LX 470 507 624 -15.6 1,992 2,609 -22.9
GX 470 1,978 2,843 -27.7 8,071 10,982 -25.8
RX 350/400h 8,890 10,172 -9.2 34,297 33,286 4.1
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT TRUCK 11,375 13,639 -13.4 44,360 46,877 -4.4
TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT TRUCK 91,991 86,039 11.0 343,007 308,937 12.1
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 195,286 184,402 10.0 671,760 628,194 8.0
TOTAL LEXUS 24,679 26,064 -1.7 93,056 89,508 5.0
TOTAL TOYOTA 219,965 210,466 8.5 764,816 717,702 7.6
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 30,769 33,485 -4.6 104,819 112,040 -5.5
DOM. CAMRY 34,299 39,495 -9.8 117,476 135,762 -12.6
DOM. PICKUP 24,057 26,079 -4.2 97,689 92,901 6.2
DOM. RX 330 5,361 5,974 -6.8 20,669 20,860 0.1
SELLING DAYS 26 27 101 102
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT CAR 41,363 29,793 44.2 120,036 93,670 29.4
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 13,304 12,425 11.2 48,696 42,631 15.4
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT CARS 73,307 82,209 -7.4 253,077 272,464 -6.2
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 127,974 124,427 6.8 421,809 408,765 4.2
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT LT
TRUCK 39,876 28,811 43.7 134,817 105,081 29.6
LEXUS IMPORT LT TRUCK 6,014 7,665 -18.5 23,691 26,017 -8.0
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 40,740 43,589 -2.9 163,830 156,979 5.4
LEXUS NA BUILT LT TRUCK 5,361 5,974 -6.8 20,669 20,860 0.1
TOTAL TOYOTA LT TRUCK 91,991 86,039 11.0 343,007 308,937 12.1
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 48,373 46,489 8.1 182,583 168,122 9.7
Memo: Lexus Sport
Utility 11,375 13,639 -13.4 44,360 46,877 -4.4
SMALL VANS 13,912 13,471 7.2 54,302 47,914 14.5
PICKUPS 24,057 26,079 -4.2 97,689 92,901 6.2
* NORTH AMERICAN BUILT
VEHICLES
COROLLA 30,769 33,485 -4.6 104,819 112,040 -5.5
CAMRY 34,299 39,495 -9.8 117,476 135,762 -12.6
AVALON 8,239 9,229 -7.3 30,782 24,662 26.1
SIENNA 13,912 13,471 7.2 54,302 47,914 14.5
PICKUP 24,057 26,079 -4.2 97,689 92,901 6.2
SEQUOIA 2,771 4,039 -28.8 11,839 16,164 -26.0
RX 330 5,361 5,974 -6.8 20,669 20,860 0.1
TOTAL 119,408 131,772 -5.9 437,576 450,303 -1.9
N.A. VEHICLES % OF
TOTAL 54.3% 62.6% 57.2% 62.7%
SELLING DAYS 26 27 101 102
DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE
Wow, Lexus had a tough month. Seems everything is down except the IS. But the new ES 350 is here, RX 350 hopefully will pick up, GS 450h is here (limited quantaties) and we know the GS/LS are coming this fall.
Should be enough for them to keep the sales titles.
But man, a ROUGH APRIL.
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Toyota sold oveer 6,000 Yaris to the over 3,000 Fits, twice as many. Any reason why?