Record third quarter includes Kia’s best-ever total in September
– Sales of Kia’s EV models up 41% September 2021
– Total September sales up 6.4% from September 2021
IRVINE, Calif., October 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Kia America announced its best-ever September sales of 56,270 units, leading to the strongest third-quarter performance in company history. These record performances follow the brand’s record sales in August. September highlights include a strong performance from Kia’s stable of capable SUVs with year-over-year sales increases for Sportage (+88%); Sorento (+79%) and Seltos (+37%).
“Building on record September and third quarter sales, we are optimistic that Kia will also have a strong fourth quarter,” said Eric WatsonVice President, Sales Operations, Kia America. “Kia is gaining market share and volume in key segments including compact SUVs and electric vehicle models. And with increased production from Telluride, we are poised to continue our positive momentum.”
In addition to sales, September saw a number of important announcements from the brand, including:
- Nine Kia models recognized in MotorTrend’s Ultimate Car rankings for the second half of 2022, including the 2023 Telluride and the 2022 Rio hatchbacks and hatchbacks, which ranked first in their respective segments. Additionally, Kia’s stable of electrified vehicles, including the 2022 Niro, 2022 Sportage Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Hybrid, took second place in their respective categories.
- A new creative campaign for the 2023 Telluride SUV, titled “Clouds” which debuted during the 74e EMMY award.
- Kia America marketing team recognized for its innovative and creative campaigns when vice-president, marketing, Russell bet was named a “Brand Genius” by Adweek.
- The 2023 Sportage and Sportage Hybrid SUVs have each been named 2022 BEST SAFETY CHOICE (TSP) by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) when equipped with LED projector headlamps.
Kia America – about us
Based at Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the top 100 global brands. Kia is the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of more than 750 dealerships in the United States, including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America* .
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* K5, Sportage, Sorento and Telluride models (excluding HEV and PHEV models) are assembled in United States from parts sourced from the United States and around the world.
MONTH OF SEPTEMBER |
YEAR TO DATE |
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Model |
2022 |
2021 |
2022 |
2021 |
EV6 |
1,440 |
N / A |
17,564 |
N / A |
Rio |
1,447 |
2,148 |
20,280 |
23,895 |
Strong |
8,404 |
9,186 |
82,064 |
93,026 |
K5/Optima |
5,383 |
5,856 |
53,563 |
73,472 |
Cadence |
N / A |
15 |
1 |
249 |
Stinger |
454 |
1,232 |
6,643 |
10,377 |
K900 |
N / A |
11 |
N / A |
83 |
Soul |
5,113 |
6,191 |
44,445 |
60,345 |
Niro |
191 |
2,566 |
18,711 |
19,071 |
Seltos |
4,022 |
2,933 |
32,182 |
42,352 |
Sportage |
12,412 |
6,596 |
89,739 |
78 778 |
Sorento |
7,350 |
4,112 |
64,600 |
62,255 |
Telluride |
8,440 |
9,278 |
72,296 |
70,724 |
Sedona/Carnival |
1,614 |
2,782 |
16,060 |
20,898 |
Total |
56,270 |
52,906 |
518 148 |
555 525 |
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