Toyota Kirloskar sales up 33% in April at 27,324 units
Toyota Kirloskar Motor
on Thursday said its sales increased 33 per cent year-on-year to 27,324 units in April. The automaker dispatched 20,494 units to dealers in April 2024.
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Last month, domestic sales stood at 24,833 units, while exports contributed 2,491 units, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) said in a statement.
"Our
multi-pathway approach
, which provides diverse technology options, has enabled us to respond positively to shifting customer needs and has ensured strong demand across our line-up,"
Varinder Wadhwa
, Vice President, Sales-Service-Used Car Business, said.
The company is also encouraged by the positive response to the recently introduced
Urban Cruiser Hyryder
, now equipped with enhanced safety, comfort, and convenience features -- further strengthening its appeal among customers, he added.
"Looking ahead, we will continue to be guided by customer voices, responding with agility and precision in introducing products and value-added services that align with rising expectations," Wadhwa said.
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