Toyota LandCruiser Hybrid not clean enough to escape emissions penalties in Australia

Toyota Australia says its new LandCruiser Hybrid is likely to fall on the penalty side of Australia's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) regulations, but its broader hybrid sales should see it avoid any fines.

Scheduled to arrive in Australian showrooms in March next year in two model grades – with final details including pricing yet to be announced – the LandCruiser Hybrid will not be within emissions limits as an individual model.

"It's a heavy vehicle, so it's likely that it'll probably incur some penalty – but that's okay," said Sean Hanley, Toyota Australia vice president of sales, marketing and franchise operations, told media including CarExpert .

"We can self-sustain and offset that with other vehicles," Mr Hanley added.

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