Toyota recently announced plans to introduce 31 “all-new, redesigned or refreshed” Toyota and Lexus models in North America, and now we’re getting a better idea of what to expect.
Speaking with Autoguide, Toyota Motor North America’s Group Vice President and General Manager Jack Hollis said the mainstream brand will introduce 19 models over the course of the next three years. Hollis went on to say this number includes all-new models as well as vehicles receiving minor or major updates, but not special editions.
Over the past few years, Toyota has introduced redesigned versions of the Avalon, Camry and Corolla. Hollis said the “same kind of thoughts will be coming as you look at all of our SUVs.”
While that isn’t too specific, it does suggest models such as the Highlander, 4Runner and Sequoia could receive some updates. The Sequoia is the oldest of the trio as the model debuted over a decade ago at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show. The 4Runner isn’t much younger, as the fifth-generation model was introduced in 2009.
While those models are certainly old, they’re not as important as the Highlander. The latest version of the crossover debuted back in 2013 and it has been a hit with consumers. Sales have increased in the United States for nine consecutive years and Toyota managed to sell over 215,000 units in 2017 alone.
Speaking of new and updated SUVs, Toyota has dropped hints about an all-new model. While nothing is official, the company’s own website lists the FT-4X concept as an “upcoming vehicle.”
Besides the possibility of a new crossover or SUV, other introductions include the 2020 Supra, which will debut at the North American International Auto Show in January. We can also expect a facelifted Prius Prime to echo the standard model that was introduced in Los Angeles earlier this week.
