Indonesia’s Auto Industry Focuses on GIIAS 2026, New Models and Toyota Relocation Incentives
The Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026 became a focal point for Indonesia’s automotive sector. At the show, PT Hino Motors Sales Indonesia presented the Hino Bodymaker Award 2026, recognizing several body‑builder partners for meeting the company’s standards. Mitsubishi Motors highlighted the New Xforce HEV, which a national racer demonstrated could travel over 1,000 km on a single tank with fuel consumption around 27.9 km/L. BYD showcased its M6 DM plug‑in hybrid, capable of up to 150 km on electric‑only mode, while Honda launched the Super‑One electric car priced at Rp 438 million and limited to 100 units.
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa announced that the government would offer incentives to Toyota if the Japanese automaker moves its main production from Thailand to Indonesia, a move aimed at strengthening the country’s position as a regional auto hub. Toyota’s Indonesian subsidiary responded, noting technical feasibility but emphasizing the need to consider the existing supply‑chain ecosystem.
The Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2026 was also prepared, with ITDC and West Nusa Tenggara police coordinating security and logistics for the October 9‑11 event, targeting more than 145,000 spectators. Consumer sentiment was explored by economist Josua Pardede, who warned that aggressive price competition could undermine industry sustainability, while a survey showed that reliability, range and charging infrastructure remain the top concerns for electric‑vehicle buyers.
Overall, GIIAS 2026 highlighted a surge of new models across hybrid, plug‑in hybrid, battery‑electric and conventional segments, underscoring Indonesia’s ambition to become Southeast Asia’s largest automotive manufacturing hub.
Entities: Audi Indonesia · DFSK (Sokonindo Automobile) · GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show · Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026 · Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show 2026 · Honda Prospect Motor · Indonesia · Mitsubishi Motors · Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Sales Indonesia · New Xforce HEV · Pertamina Patra Niaga · Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] A survey cited by Josua Pardede identified reliability, range and charging infrastructure as the top consumer concerns for electric vehicles, not price. (article)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Pertamina Patra Niaga gave free UMKM-made souvenirs (candles and batik pouches) to GIIAS visitors. (f34787ed-6b96-49e2-a25e-af90e293c5ad)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mitsubishi Motors showcased the New Xforce HEV, its first locally produced hybrid model for ASEAN export, at GIIAS 2026. (840721bb-425c-4bd7-bbd1-547189fc90d8)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia said its Indonesian plant can produce commercial models now built in Thailand, but relocation would require supply‑chain adjustments. (04ee2278-c214-4192-ba98-a370b22e15d7)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] LEPAS reported that more than 550 visitors test‑drove its E4 EV and L8 PHEV models during the first weekend of GIIAS 2026. (882379c2-ee51-4b16-971f-5f7310d02df5)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Audi launched the new Q5 SUV in Indonesia at GIIAS 2026, pricing it at Rp 1.725 billion. (63548b2d-a56a-4150-9737-6b78052bf1c9)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Solar Gard offered up to 50 % discount on automotive glass film and a Rp 10 million discount on paint‑protection film at GIIAS 2026. (2ca649a8-429f-470f-8b3e-4578bda46b89)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Suzuki Indomobil Sales offered vouchers up to Rp 2 million to buyers at its GIIAS 2026 booth. (67a2ee2e-2743-4110-b2a8-d6b585869a24)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chery Group debuted the Tiggo V, a large SUV with a 3‑in‑1 family vehicle concept, at GIIAS 2026. (article)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Audi Indonesia launched the new Q5 SUV at a price of Rp1.725 billion during GIIAS 2026. (article)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Suzuki Indomobil Sales offered purchase vouchers up to Rp2 million for buyers at GIIAS 2026. (article)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mitsubishi Motors showcased the New Xforce HEV, a second‑generation full hybrid, at GIIAS 2026. (article)