As motoring journalists, we’re often guilty of only looking at the pointy end of the scale when it comes to important things like the new-vehicle market.
Indeed, our wrap of the 2019 sales results released last week focused on the top-10 brands and models, but it got us thinking about taking a broader look.
So, here we are presenting to you the top-100 new vehicles sold last year. As you’ll find, there is a lot of figurative red ink here, but there are also a few success stories. Enjoy.
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The best-selling models of 2019 (1-10)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 1 | Toyota HiLux | 47,759 | -8.1 |
| 2 | Ford Ranger | 40,960 | -2.8 |
| 3 | Toyota Corolla | 30,468 | -13.7 |
| 4 | Hyundai i30 | 28,378 | +0.7 |
| 5 | Mitsubishi Triton | 25,819 | +3.7 |
| 6 | Mazda CX-5 | 25,539 | -2.4 |
| 7 | Mazda3 | 24,939 | -19.7 |
| 8 | Toyota RAV4 | 24,260 | +9.5 |
| 9 | Kia Cerato | 21,757 | +16.8 |
| 10 | Mitsubishi ASX | 20,806 | +9.3 |
The Nissan X-Trail narrowly missed out on a top-10 finish in 2019.
The best-selling models of 2019 (11-20)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 11 | Nissan X-Trail | 19,726 | -6.9 |
| 12 | Toyota Prado | 18,335 | -1.2 |
| 13 | Hyundai Tucson | 18,251 | -5.2 |
| 14 | Mitsubishi Outlander | 17,514 | +12.5 |
| 15 | Holden Colorado | 17,472 | -4.5 |
| 16 | Isuzu D-Max | 16,892 | -8.9 |
| 17 | Toyota Camry | 16,768 | +9.8 |
| 18 | Subaru Forester | 15,096 | +21.4 |
| 19 | Mazda CX-3 | 14,813 | -9.1 |
| 20 | Volkswagen Golf | 14,355 | -24.7 |
Like many other models, the Honda CR-V had a tough year in 2019.
The best-selling models of 2019 (21-30)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 21 | Honda CR-V | 13,810 | -14.3 |
| 22 | Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series | 13,802 | +0.9 |
| 23 | Kia Sportage | 13,645 | -2.8 |
| 24 | Nissan Navara | 13,412 | -18.6 |
| 25 | Hyundai Kona | 13,342 | +8.0 |
| 26 | Honda HR-V | 11,731 | -3.4 |
| 27 | Nissan Qashqai | 11,653 | -16.5 |
| 28 | Toyota Kluger | 11,371 | -22.9 |
| 29 | Mazda BT-50 | 11,357 | -13.7 |
| 30 | Honda Civic | 10,531 | -21.8 |
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The Subaru XV was one of 31 models that sold more than 10,000 units last year.
The best-selling models of 2019 (31-40)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 31 | Subaru XV | 10,062 | -22.2 |
| 32 | Hyundai Accent | 9963 | -36.4 |
| 33 | Toyota Yaris | 9853 | +3.3 |
| 34 | Toyota C-HR | 9378 | -3.5 |
| 35 | Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series | 9222 | -8.1 |
| 36 | Isuzu MU-X | 8419 | -7.4 |
| 37 | Volkswagen Amarok | 8371 | -9.9 |
| 38 | Mazda2 | 8198 | -23.9 |
| 39 | Volkswagen Tiguan | 7747 | -15.3 |
| 40 | Subaru Outback | 7210 | -30.5 |
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A family favourite, the Mazda CX-9 was one of the most popular models in its segment in 2019.
The best-selling models of 2019 (41-50)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 41 | Mazda CX-9 | 7168 | -11.4 |
| 42 | Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross | 6998 | -7.0 |
| 43 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 6798 | +34.5 |
| 44 | Suzuki Swift | 6676 | -14.2 |
| 45 | Kia Carnival | 6493 | -1.8 |
| 46 | Mitsubishi Pajero Sport | 6477 | -1.4 |
| 47 | Kia Rio | 6270 | -4.9 |
| 48 | Toyota HiAce Van | 6127 | -10.6 |
| 49 | Holden Commodore | 5915 | -34.6 |
| 50 | Hyundai Santa Fe | 5857 | -22.1 |
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Bought a premium SUV last year? Chances are it was a Mercedes-Benz GLC.
The best-selling models of 2019 (51-60)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 51 | Mercedes-Benz GLC | 5770 | +2.9 |
| 52 | Volkswagen Polo | 5723 | +5.3 |
| 53 | Ford Everest | 5333 | -2.7 |
| 54 | Honda Jazz | 5263 | -23.6 |
| 55 | Suzuki Vitara | 5253 | +4.6 |
| 56 | Kia Picanto | 5237 | -2.9 |
| 57 | Holden Trax | 4808 | -11.5 |
| 58 | Mercedes-Benz A-Class | 4689 | +12.3 |
| 59 | Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace | 4665 | +90.1 |
| 60 | BMW X3 | 4583 | -5.8 |
The Equinox hasn't quite lived up to Holden's expectations yet, especially after a down 2019.
The best-selling models of 2019 (61-70)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 61 | Holden Equinox | 4562 | -8.7 |
| 62 | Subaru Impreza | 4518 | -51.0 |
| 63 | Holden Astra | 4188 | -57.6 |
| 64 | Audi Q5 | 4152 | +1.6 |
| 65 | MG3 | 4017 | +612.2 |
| 66 | Ford Mustang | 3948 | -38.4 |
| 67 | Hyundai iLoad | 3919 | -10.2 |
| 68 | Kia Sorento | 3777 | -13.9 |
| 69 | MG ZS | 3729 | +120.4 |
| 70 | Ford Focus | 3682 | -5.0 |
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The LDV T60 was one of the biggest bolters last year.
The best-selling models of 2019 (71-80)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 71 | LDV T60 | 3529 | +9.9 |
| 72 | BMW X5 | 3498 | +29.6 |
| 73 | Lexus NX | 3471 | -6.1 |
| 74 | Volvo XC60 | 3406 | +20.5 |
| 75 | Audi A3 | 3362 | -21.0 |
| 76 | Ford Escape | 3326 | -30.2 |
| 77 | BMW 3 Series | 3135 | +1.8 |
| 78 | Holden Acadia | 3125 | +414.4 |
| 79 | Toyota Fortuner | 3033 | -15.6 |
| 80 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2986 | -24.2 |
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It might come as a surprise, but the Volvo XC40 was the most popular small premium SUV last year.
The best-selling models of 2019 (81-90)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 81 | Volvo XC40 | 2858 | +80.0 |
| 82 | BMW X1 | 2847 | -8.0 |
| 83 | Mitsubishi Pajero | 2847 | -13.2 |
| 84 | Holden Trailblazer | 2813 | +7.9 |
| 85 | Nissan Pathfinder | 2712 | -29.1 |
| 86 | Hyundai Elantra | 2644 | -31.2 |
| 87 | Mazda6 | 2612 | -21.5 |
| 88 | Ram 1500 | 2609 | +531.4 |
| 89 | Toyota HiAce Bus | 2577 | -2.4 |
| 90 | Mercedes-Benz GLA | 2562 | -34.4 |
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The Mazda CX-5 had its first real crack at the Australian market in 2019.
The best-selling models of 2019 (91-100)
| Ranking | Model | Sales | Variance % |
| 91 | Mazda CX-8 | 2551 | +64.6 |
| 92 | Renault Koleos | 2533 | -15.3 |
| 93 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe/Cabriolet | 2496 | +64.2 |
| 94 | Suzuki Baleno | 2277 | +9.9 |
| 95 | BMW 1 Series | 2269 | -10.4 |
| 96 | Range Rover Sport | 2202 | -2.5 |
| 97 | Mitsubishi Lancer | 2197 | -68.8 |
| 98 | Land Rover Discovery Sport | 2185 | -24.4 |
| 99 | Skoda Kodiaq | 2163 | +60.7 |
| 100 | Audi Q2 | 2155 | +15.5 |
