Toyota Owners
Are you wondering “What’s my Toyota worth?”.
With so many Toyota drivers on Australia’s roads these days it’s important for Toyota owners to know what their car is worth.
Here at Prices People Pay we track used car prices across the country and a huge portion of these prices are for second hand Toyota’s.
Being the largest seller of new cars in Australia for several years in a row, it’s then no surprise that there is an active used car market for Toyota’s.
With this in mind, we’re providing some insights for Toyota owners into what they’re car is worth if their looking to sell or trade-in their current Toyota.
If you’re already in the process of selling your car, make sure get our comprehensive Valuation Report to ensure you get the best price.
Toyota RAV4
SUV’s have overtaken large cars as the premier choice of vehicle for Australians and the Toyota RAV4 has been the top SUV choice over the past decade.
Because of their strong demand, Toyota RAV4’s are well known for holding their worth better than competitors.
In fact, we observed rare instances where a second hand RAV4 sold higher than it’s Recommended Retail Price (RRP) because of strong demand.
The new hybrid range of Toyota RAV4’s saw this happen a number of times, particularly due to long delivery times from the factory.
However, even if you’ve got an older version you’re likely to see good return in value.
Prices People Pay’s free Used Car Valuation Calculator estimates a 2012 Toyota RAV4 GX Automatic Petrol 4×4 version, with 120,000 km traveled, to be worth $15,250 today.
If you’re planning to hold onto it for some time yet then you can rest assured that it’s value will likely hold well into the future, as shown in the depreciation forecast graph below.
Toyota Hilux
Australia’s favorite Ute, the Toyota Hilux is a staple for tradies, fleets and weekend warriors around the country.
Having a reputation for being one of the toughest cars ever made, it’s no wonder the Toyota Hilux is a best seller in countries all around the world.
With several badges on offer, the cheaper Hilux Workmate sells extremely well due to its lower price point.
However, it’s the higher priced Hilux SR5 that has historically retained its worth the best. Having more consumer friendly perks, it has a wider appeal in the market place.
Prices People Pay’s free Used Car Valuation Calculator estimates a 2012 Toyota Hilux SR5 Dual Cab Automatic Diesel 4×4 Ute, with 120,000 km traveled, to be worth $29,350 today.
These cars have a long lifespan, so holding onto them can be a good investment due to their strong resale value, as shown in the depreciation forecast graph below.
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
A long time staple in Toyota’s lineup, the Landcruiser Prado has been a top seller in Australia for decades.
While it’s proved popular for families and off-roaders alike, the Toyota Landcruiser Prado is most well-known in car circles for having incredibly strong resale values.
Leasing companies have traditionally afforded it high residual values and consequently it’s been a top choice in fleet programs.
Toyota has maintained the current design for the Landcruiser Prado since 2009 so its overdue for an update. This may hurt the current versions worth in the next few years.
Nevertheless, it’s sure to have a stronger resale value than any of it’s competitors in the market.
Prices People Pay’s free Used Car Valuation Calculator estimates a 2012 Toyota Landcruiser Prado GXL Automatic Diesel 4×4, with 120,000 km traveled, to be worth $32,900 today.
As shown in the depreciation forecast graph below, it’s current value sees little slippage the more you drive it.
Toyota Landcruiser
Toyota’s largest SUV on offer, the Landcruiser has carved out a comfortable place in Australia’s car marketplace.
With few competitors the past decade and a strong following, its meant the Toyota Landcruiser has sold incredibly well.
Australia’s fascination with SUV’s however has driven more brands to release large SUV’s to compete with Toyota. As a result, the Landcruiser’s worth is likely to face some competition in the future.
Prices People Pay’s free Used Car Valuation Calculator estimates a 2012 Toyota Landcruiser GXL Automatic Diesel 4×4, with 120,000 km traveled, to be worth $53,800 today.
Toyota Corolla
Since entering the global market in 1966, the Toyota Corolla has been a hit across the world.
It’s been so popular that the Corolla name plate is incredibly well recognized on it’s own in many countries.
A top seller in Australia, the Toyota Corolla has been dueling with it’s rival, the Mazda 3, for the small car throne the past several years.
The introduction of a hybrid range provided it differentiation in the market place. Consumers looking for small, affordable and economical car are hard placed to look past the Corolla Hybrid.
However, even if you’ve got an older version you’re likely to see good return in value in comparison to it’s competitors.
Prices People Pay’s free Used Car Valuation Calculator estimates a 2012 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport Automatic Petrol Hatchback, with 120,000 km traveled, to be worth $9,850 today.
With another 100,000 kilometres of travel, it’s worth is estimated to only drop by $2,850 as shown in the depreciation forecast graph below.
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