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October 23, 2025

2026 RAV4’s hybrid, PHEV spread clarified

October 23, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
2026 RAV4’s hybrid, PHEV spread clarified

Self-contained system primarily front foots fleet-favoured choices, while mainly upmarket editions have new mains-fed choice.

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October 23, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
RAV4, PHEV, hybrid, GR Sport, Andrew Davis, XSE, GLX, GX, GXL, Limited, Adventure
May 09, 2025

Fresh look for Corolla Cross, GR Sport added

May 09, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
Fresh look for Corolla Cross, GR Sport added

Facelift time for a stalwart of the Toyota hybrid passenger range.

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May 09, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
Corolla Cross, Toyota NZ, GR Sport, Andrew Davis
July 28, 2023

Prado preview pictures released

July 28, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
Prado preview pictures released

Prospect of two distinct looks, depending on where it is sold.

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July 28, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
Land Cruiser Prado, 300 Series, 250 Series, Toyota NZ, GR Sport
March 03, 2023

Incoming hot Hilux might be a small serving

March 03, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
Incoming hot Hilux might be a small serving

GR Sport volume will be limited as TNZ aims to pin back ute demand.

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March 03, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
GR Sport, Hilux, Steve Prangnell, Toyota NZ
January 12, 2023

Sports-trimmed Yaris Cross added

January 12, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
Sports-trimmed Yaris Cross added

The GR Sport version will site as the second-most expensive variant, $500 below the Limited.

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January 12, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
Yaris Cross, GR Sport, Toyota NZ, Steve Prangnell
January 09, 2023

GR Sport Hilux – the one that jumps the shark

January 09, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
GR Sport Hilux – the one that jumps the shark

Performance-themed Hilux set to land here in late 2023 is revealed.

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January 09, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
GR Sport, Hilux, Toyota NZ, Hilux Mako, SR5 Cruiser, widetrack
December 06, 2022

Yaris Cross joins GR Sport team

December 06, 2022/ Richard Bosselman
Yaris Cross joins GR Sport team

Smart styling changes and a firmer suspension tune touted.

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December 06, 2022/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
Yaris Cross GR Sport, Toyota NZ, GR Sport, Gazoo Racing
October 25, 2022

RAV4 joins Gazoo club

October 25, 2022/ Richard Bosselman
RAV4 joins Gazoo club

Enhanced look and firmer suspension tune for GR Sport version of top-selling Toyota.

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October 25, 2022/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
RAV4, Toyota NZ, GR Sport, GRMN, GR, Yaris GR, Hilux GR Sport, Hilux Mako
February 14, 2022

Impending LX set to offer richer pickings?

February 14, 2022/ Richard Bosselman
Impending LX set to offer richer pickings?

Two powertrains, three trim levels … lavish provision for Aus suggests a wealth of choice for Kiwi market editions.

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February 14, 2022/ Richard Bosselman/
Lexus
LX, Andrew Davis, V6, GR Sport, F Sport, Ultra Luxury
June 10, 2021

New ‘Cruiser taking Gazoo off-road

June 10, 2021/ Richard Bosselman
New ‘Cruiser taking Gazoo off-road

The new generation Toyota Land Cruiser will have the option of a model with a more sporting flavour.

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June 10, 2021/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
Gazoo Racing, GR Sport, Land Cruiser 300 Series, Toyota New Zealand, Logan Potter
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