Beep Beep! Here’s whats coming down the road from Toyota & Lexus

SOMI '25, a dynamic and multifaceted affair, served as an ideal stage for TSAM's President and CEO, Andrew Kirby, to present an insightful overview of the motor industry's current landscape from the perspective of South Africa's leading automotive brand. Additionally, the event offered a prime opportunity for Leon Theron, TSAM's Senior Vice President for Sales and Marketing, to unveil a variety of brand-new models from the company's diverse portfolio.

Six models were unveiled: Corolla Cross Upgrade featuring its new face, extra kit and a raft of safety equipment;

Fortuner GR-S (dramatic looks, power up to 165kW/550Nm);

GR Yaris Upgrade (aesthetic refinements inside and out, power hike to 210kw/400Nm and an all-new 8-speed auto option);

Hilux Legend 55 (wide body/wide tread, distinctive Legend 55 exterior and interior fettling, as well as the promise of some performance enhancements);

Lexus LX upgrade and the announcement of an all-new 700h hybrid variant;

and the biggest news which was the reveal of the Lexus GX, a rugged yet sophisticated true on/off-roader in the mould of the LX yet playing in a size segment one down from the flagship. This model also sees the debut of a true off-roading Overtrail variant as an option.

It’s going to be a busy 2025!