UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) wrapped up 2023 maintaining its top position as the overall non-national automaker, selling a record of 108,107 units for Toyota and Lexus. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis/File Photo
UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) wrapped up 2023 maintaining its top position as the overall non-national automaker, selling a record of 108,107 units for Toyota and Lexus. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis/File Photo

KUALA LUMPUR: UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) wrapped up 2023 maintaining its top position as the overall non-national automaker, selling a record of 108,107 units for Toyota and Lexus.

This led to the company securing a substantial 32 per cent overall non-national passenger vehicle market share (Toyota only).  

In the SUV segment, the brand sold 22,533 units with a notable 19.6 per cent non-national market share.As the first month of 2024 unfolded, the company achieved a total of 6,276 units, for both Toyota and Lexus. 

UMW Toyota Motor president Datuk Ravindran K said the performance reflected the company's dedication to delivering high-quality vehicles and an unparalleled ownership journey.

"We appreciate the positive reception from the market and our customers, acknowledging our diverse model range and forward-thinking approaches. "As we continue to set new benchmarks, our focus remains on providing meaningful and innovative mobility," he said.  

The brand's leadership extended to the pickup segment, where Toyota emerged as the market leader with 27,447 registered units in 2023, translating to a 47.2 per cent non-national market share.

In the panel van segment, Toyota's dominance was evident with 3,424 registrations in a market of 3,424, securing a commendable 100 per cent non-national market share.