Toyota wait times in 2022: How long are Toyota’s delivery delays?

After a new Toyota, but not sure how long you'll have to wait?

Issues such as semiconductor chip shortages, shipping problems and sickness and isolation have affected the ability of manufacturers like Toyota to keep their production lines going over the last two years.

As such, all of the Japanese brand's models are currently experiencing some delays.

However, some models are in greater supply than others, with flexibility around powertrains, specification and vehicle colour likely to see a vehicle in your driveway sooner.

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Overall, according to Price My Car, the average wait time in November for a Toyota was 241 days – compared to 172 days in January 2022.

The quickest to get hold of is the HiAce van at 105 days, followed by the Fortuner large SUV with a 138 day average wait and RAV4 medium SUV with a 154 day delay.

The worst affected is the C-HR – which buyers have to wait, on average, 294 days for.

Toyota model wait times 2022

NOTE: This information is current as of November 29, 2022. This article will be reviewed and amended as new details come to light.

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A spokesperson for Toyota Australia told us: "Demand for new vehicles is at unprecedented levels. In Australia, to support the strong demand, Toyota has been continuing to work closely with our global production teams to secure as many vehicles for our market as possible, and minimise any impact.

"Wait times will vary depending on the model, variant and specification requirements of each customer. Due to the ever-evolving nature of this situation, Toyota dealers are best placed to continue to provide updates to our customers on delivery timeframes for individual orders."

With all of the above in mind, it is important to consider this article a guide only.