New vehicle sales for January 2025 were down 2.4 per cent on January last year, continuing the trend from the slow finish to 2024. Economic pressures remain a consideration for consumers and 2025 is expected to be a slower year for the new car market with a decline in sales expected.
Consumer preferences for SUVs and Light Commercial vehicles remain clear, with Ford Ranger, Toyota RAV4, Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux ranking as the top 3 models year-to-date. Across fuel types, Hybrid and PHEVs continue to be a favourable option over BEVs as brands and consumers adapt to evolving emission standards.
The AADA has assessed VFACTs and EVC Top 10 Makes & Models YTD, ranking them by volume. The AADA has also analysed new vehicle sales figures by state for the month of January, as well as fuel types and market segments.