Volkswagen Continues Record-Breaking Australian Sales Growth in 2011

SYDNEY – Jan 9, 2012: Volkswagen Group Australia has once again recorded solid sales growth in 2011, topping all-time sales figures for the brand in Australia.

Overall sales for the Volkswagen brand in Australia of 44,740 vehicles (38,109 Passenger Vehicles, 4,627 Commercial Vehicles), exceeded 2010’s record of 38,016 by 6,724 vehicles (18%).

Volkswagen Group Australia Managing Director, Anke Koeckler, commented: “2011 has been another good year for Volkswagen. We have seen sales grow steadily which reflects not only our appealing vehicles but the dedication of our growing dealer network. With several exciting new models planned in 2012, I am confident this year will see Volkswagen vehicles in even more new customers’ driveways.”

On top of record total sales, Volkswagen also achieved solid results for across its key models.

The sixth generation Golf, Volkswagen Group Australia’s most popular model in the range, achieved a new record high of 18,383 sales in 2011, and was supported by the strong performance of the Polo (36.4% year-on-year increase) and Passat (31.5% year-on-year increase).

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles consolidated its market share in 2011’s challenging light commercial vehicle sector. The Caddy range achieved 2,206 sales, while the popular new Amarok sold a total of 2,649 units.