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Originally Posted by Sprintey
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Yes, good for walkinshaw, however there is a discrepancy in the article about the figures. They claim 1500 mid year and now 5000 total. That makes 3500 since mid year. Later in the article however the head of sales says the total RAM sales for Australia and NZ for 2019 is just shy of 3000.
My guess is the 1500 mid year figure is not total sales but 2019 ytd sales. This would also suggest that contrary to popular belief, demand isn't suddenly sky rocketing. Second half of the year has matched the first with close to 3000 sales for the year.
A good effort but less than a tenth of the sales of ranger or hilux etc. While tall poppy syndrome fuels people to rubbish the market leaders, RAM will never be more than a niche vehicle.
If you need to tow something heavy without modifying the vehicle or driving a behemoth your best option (which pains me to say) is probably the 79 series cruiser. 2.3t rear axle load limit. 600kg higher than ram1500. Otherwise spend up and get a merc G wagon.
Also, 6000+ people a month (hilux + ranger) prove that engine size isn't the concern many make it out to be on here. It's just a non issue. Amorok offered a bigger option and how's that working out for them?