February 2006 Sales Thread
03-01-06, 01:25 PM
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Originally Posted by doug_999
I disagree (with the GS part). I think that Rogers2 is correct and most people do not know about the GS460/GS350 coming out. The new ES is public - people know about it already - so you could have some argument there except their sales have been way down since the IS came out.
BMW just did it with the 545-550 switch last Mayish, for example.
Smart on both companies. Dealers would HATE to have tons of old car inventory to sell
03-01-06, 01:27 PM
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Originally Posted by RON430
Doesn't make any difference whether anyone outside of the gearhead community knows the GS460/350, ES350, RX350, GS450h, etc. are coming or not. Lexus knows. And Lexus knows exactly when the cars will be in the dealers in volume. To some people it won't make a lot of difference but the last thing Lexus wants is a lot of the previous versions at the dealers when the upgunned versions arrive. There will probably be very minor pricing differences but the difference in the engines is, as we all know, significant. Lexus knows that some proportion, maybe a big proportion, of the outgoing engined models will need official or unofficial discounts to get rid of. I am sure a lot of us feel that the third gen 430 was just not worth the bother over a second gen 400/430 but people are going to be faced at the least with a 3K increase for 0 -60 in the mid to low 5 second range and mileage in the mid to high 20s in the 450h or the 380hp 460. Sales for the third gen GS haven't been bad but they are finally going to get the motors they should have had from the start. According to this months CAR, the LS460 is going to get mid 20s in the pure petro version. Imperial gallon is a bit bigger than ours but it sounds like the GS460 will have 80hp on mine and probably get three or four mpg better mileage. As for taking sales from the 5, it just simply wasn't competitive. The dyno engines are competitive with the f (finally) while bimmer has absolutely nothing to compete with the hybrid in RX, GS, LS, or ES. The GS3 has always outsold the GS4 and the difference there is even greater. I would assume that Lexus has shifted production to the new LS as well, or is about to, and I wouldn't want to have a bunch of the outgoing ones on the floor when the new LS arrives. Sales numbers may get a bit whacky here for a while until this all shakes out.
03-01-06, 01:28 PM
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Originally Posted by GS69
Poor poor poor RL -- t'is a shame that it sells that little. They just need to go ahead & revamp it like they did the Accord.
03-01-06, 01:29 PM
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MONTVALE, N.J., March 1, 2006; Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest February on record with sales of 17,356 new vehicles, an increase of 28.4% over last February, bringing year-to-date total sales to 29,825 new vehicles.
Boosting the February volume was the launch of the all-new 2007 S-Class, Mercedes flagship vehicle, which recorded 3,360 units, a 226.8 percent increase over February 2005. Highlights for the month also included a 31 percent increase in volume for the CLK-Class family of coupes and convertibles (1,911 vs. 1,459 units) and a 128.3 percent increase in sales of the luxury SUV M-Class (2,155 vs. 944 units).
Sales for Mercedes vehicles in the luxury light truck segment continue to gain momentum as a group with a 355 percent increase over February 2005. In 2006, the company plans to continue to expand its presence in the luxury light truck segment with the introduction of the GL-Class.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned program, MBUSA sold 3,459 vehicles in February, bringing annual sales for the year to a total of 6,525 units.
In 2005, MBUSA achieved its twelfth consecutive year of sales growth by setting the highest sales volume in its history with 224,421 new vehicle sales. Headquartered in Montvale, N.J., MBUSA is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz products in the United States. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com/.
Boosting the February volume was the launch of the all-new 2007 S-Class, Mercedes flagship vehicle, which recorded 3,360 units, a 226.8 percent increase over February 2005. Highlights for the month also included a 31 percent increase in volume for the CLK-Class family of coupes and convertibles (1,911 vs. 1,459 units) and a 128.3 percent increase in sales of the luxury SUV M-Class (2,155 vs. 944 units).
Sales for Mercedes vehicles in the luxury light truck segment continue to gain momentum as a group with a 355 percent increase over February 2005. In 2006, the company plans to continue to expand its presence in the luxury light truck segment with the introduction of the GL-Class.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned program, MBUSA sold 3,459 vehicles in February, bringing annual sales for the year to a total of 6,525 units.
In 2005, MBUSA achieved its twelfth consecutive year of sales growth by setting the highest sales volume in its history with 224,421 new vehicle sales. Headquartered in Montvale, N.J., MBUSA is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz products in the United States. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com/.
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MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Sales -- February 2006
Model February February Monthly % YTD 2006 YTD 2005 Yearly %
'06 '05
C-CLASS 2,976 4,020 -26.0% 6,074 7,568 -19.7%
E-CLASS 2,310 2,596 -11.0% 4,775 5,321 -10.3%
S-CLASS 3,360 1,028 226.8% 4,283 2,092 104.7%
CL-CLASS 45 127 -64.6% 113 262 -56.9%
SL-CLASS 542 835 -35.1% 1,070 1,512 -29.2%
CLK-CLASS 1,911 1,459 31.0% 3,037 2,684 13.2%
SLK-CLASS 701 1,062 -34.0% 1,320 1,943 -32.1%
CLS-CLASS 832 1,358 -38.7% 1,733 2,136 -18.9%
R-CLASS 2,469 n/a n/a 3,155 n/a n/a
M-CLASS 2,155 944 128.3% 4,117 1,924 114.0%
G-CLASS 55 84 -34.5% 148 172 -14.0%
GRAND TOTAL 17,356 13,513 28.4% 29,825 25,614 16.4%
Wow, if this trend continues, Benz proved most of us all wrong!
03-01-06, 01:33 PM
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I would argue that the IS is eating away at both GS and ES sales. The fact is, if you don't need the room, the IS250/350 is a better choice costwise vs the ES/GS respectively.
03-01-06, 01:33 PM
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Ron is saying what I was trying to say. Thanks dude.
03-01-06, 01:47 PM
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American Honda Sales 2006 Increase 8.7 Percent to New February Record
TORRANCE, Calif., March 1 -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is posting record February vehicle sales of 106,644, up 8.7 percent, led by increases for its most popular models including the all-new Civic and the re-designed Accord, up 37.6 percent and 4.4 percent, respectively. Year-to-date sales of 205,038 are up 14.1 percent.
Honda Division is posting record February sales of 92,498 cars and light trucks, an increase of 12.8 percent, with additional records broken for total Honda truck sales of 41,980 and Pilot sales of 10,901. Year-to-date, Honda Division is up 18.1 percent with sales of 176,911.
Civic sales of 24,722 include 1,780 Civic Hybrids (up 31.6 percent) and Accord sales of 25,285 include 783 Accord Hybrids. February combined sales of Honda's three hybrid vehicles are up 18.2 percent to 2,635, and up 47.5 percent for the year to 6,210. February marks the first full year for the Ridgeline with sales cumulatively reaching 50,892, on-track with its 12-month sales target of 50,000 units.
"The American consumer is re-discovering cars and the timing for the all-new 2006 Civic couldn't be better," said **** Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda. "The Civic has been strong out of the gate and Honda's diverse lineup of light trucks has set a record for four consecutive months."
Acura Division posted sales of 14,146 with record TSX sports sedan sales up 1.4 percent. The TL performance luxury sedan continued as Acura's top-selling model with February sales of 5,169.
Consumer information is available at www.honda.com.
TORRANCE, Calif., March 1 -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is posting record February vehicle sales of 106,644, up 8.7 percent, led by increases for its most popular models including the all-new Civic and the re-designed Accord, up 37.6 percent and 4.4 percent, respectively. Year-to-date sales of 205,038 are up 14.1 percent.
Honda Division is posting record February sales of 92,498 cars and light trucks, an increase of 12.8 percent, with additional records broken for total Honda truck sales of 41,980 and Pilot sales of 10,901. Year-to-date, Honda Division is up 18.1 percent with sales of 176,911.
Civic sales of 24,722 include 1,780 Civic Hybrids (up 31.6 percent) and Accord sales of 25,285 include 783 Accord Hybrids. February combined sales of Honda's three hybrid vehicles are up 18.2 percent to 2,635, and up 47.5 percent for the year to 6,210. February marks the first full year for the Ridgeline with sales cumulatively reaching 50,892, on-track with its 12-month sales target of 50,000 units.
"The American consumer is re-discovering cars and the timing for the all-new 2006 Civic couldn't be better," said **** Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda. "The Civic has been strong out of the gate and Honda's diverse lineup of light trucks has set a record for four consecutive months."
Acura Division posted sales of 14,146 with record TSX sports sedan sales up 1.4 percent. The TL performance luxury sedan continued as Acura's top-selling model with February sales of 5,169.
Consumer information is available at www.honda.com.
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American Honda Vehicle Sales For February 2006
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
February February DSR** February February DSR**
2006 2005 % Chg. 2006 2005 % Chg.
American Honda
Total 106,644 98,130 8.7% 205,038 179,634 14.1%
Total Car
Sales 60,354 54,208 11.3% 117,783 100,191 17.6%
Total Truck
Sales 46,290 43,922 5.4% 87,255 79,443 9.8%
Honda Total
Car Sales 50,518 42,755 18.2% 97,807 79,031 23.8%
Honda Total
Truck Sales 41,980 39,224 7.0% 79,104 70,788 11.7%
Acura Total
Car Sales 9,836 11,453 -14.1% 19,976 21,160 -5.6%
Acura Total
Truck Sales 4,310 4,698 -8.3% 8,151 8,655 -5.8%
Domestic Car
Sales * 52,102 44,700 16.6% 100,248 81,649 22.8%
Honda Division 46,933 38,766 21.1% 90,211 70,961 27.1%
Acura Division 5,169 5,934 -12.9% 10,037 10,688 -6.1%
Domestic Truck
Sales * 35,969 32,730 9.9% 67,609 58,091 16.4%
Honda Division 31,659 28,032 12.9% 59,458 49,436 20.3%
Acura Division 4,310 4,698 -8.3% 8,151 8,655 -5.8%
Import Car Sales 8,252 9,508 -13.2% 17,535 18,542 -5.4%
Honda Division 3,585 3,989 -10.1% 7,596 8,070 -5.9%
Acura Division 4,667 5,519 -15.4% 9,939 10,472 -5.1%
Import Truck
Sales 10,321 11,192 -7.8% 19,646 21,352 -8.0%
Honda Division 10,321 11,192 -7.8% 19,646 21,352 -8.0%
MODEL BREAKOUTS
BY DIVISION
Honda Division
Total 92,498 81,979 12.8% 176,911 149,819 18.1%
Accord * 25,285 24,222 4.4% 47,331 44,296 6.9%
Memo: Accord
Hybrid 783 855 -8.4% 1,134 1,660 -31.7%
Civic * 24,722 17,967 37.6% 49,510 33,841 46.3%
Memo: Civic
Hybrid 1,780 1,353 31.6% 4,945 2,522 96.1%
S2000 439 542 -19.0% 835 863 -3.2%
Insight 72 22 227.3% 131 29 351.7%
FCX 0 2 0 2
Odyssey * 12,418 13,325 -6.8% 22,675 22,628 0.2%
Pilot * 10,901 10,625 2.6% 20,900 19,462 7.4%
CR-V 10,321 11,192 -7.8% 19,646 21,352 -8.0%
Element * 3,855 3,949 -2.4% 7,584 7,213 5.1%
Ridgeline 4,485 133 3272.2% 8,299 133 6139.8%
Acura Division
Total 14,146 16,151 -12.4% 28,127 29,815 -5.7%
RSX 1,271 1,452 -12.5% 2,559 2,771 -7.7%
CL * 0 0 0 1
TL * 5,169 5,934 -12.9% 10,037 10,687 -6.1%
TSX 2,674 2,638 1.4% 5,878 4,884 20.4%
RL 712 1,412 -49.6% 1,485 2,783 -46.6%
NSX 10 17 -41.2% 17 34 -50.0%
MDX * 4,310 4,698 -8.3% 8,151 8,655 -5.8%
Selling Days 24 24 48 48
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
03-01-06, 01:49 PM
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Chrysler Group U.S. Sales for February 2006 Increase 3 Percent
- LX Platform Sets Sales Record of 30,241 Units Combined - Chrysler 300 Sets New All-Time Monthly Sales Record - Jeep(R) Commander Up 68 Percent Over January 2006 Sales - Dodge Caliber Begins Arriving in Dealerships; European Markets are Next - Dodge Ram Sales Continue to be the Volume Leader for the Company - Dodge Charger Records Best Sales Month Ever
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 1 -- On the strength of several key products and led by new product introductions, Chrysler Group reported U.S. sales for February 2006 of 190,367 units, an increase of 3 percent compared to February 2005 sales of 185,643. All figures reported this month have the same number of selling days as February 2005.
"Our newest and best products carried the day for us in February," said Gary Dilts, Chrysler Group Senior Vice President - Sales. "The LX platform posted sales of 30,241 units this month, our best ever. Overall, our car business is up 19 percent, and we have the all-new Dodge Caliber arriving at dealerships this month and attracting a new group of customers to our showrooms."
The LX platform, from which the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Dodge Magnum are produced, posted a record sales month with 30,241 units sold in February 2006, an increase over last year's sales of 17,913 units.
The all-new Dodge Caliber begins making its debut at Dodge dealerships this month, and the positive response from the press and the public has already attracted a new group of customers to the Dodge brand. The Dodge Caliber is the Dodge division's first truly global vehicle as it will spearhead the company's push into European markets later this year. With its distinctive styling, four fuel-efficient powertrain offerings and innovative interior features, the Dodge Caliber is designed to appeal to global audiences at an attractive price-to-value ratio.
"With the three products of the LX platform selling at a record pace and the arrival of the Dodge Caliber, Chrysler Group is back in the car business in a big way," said Dilts.
Jeep(R) brand sales of 39,618 units were 11 percent better than February 2005 sales of 35,756 units. Sales of the Jeep brand were helped by the enthusiastic reception of the Jeep Commander, which posted sales of 7,091 units. February results for the Jeep Commander were 68 percent higher than January 2006 results of 4,209 units and set a new sales record for the vehicle and confirming consumers' desire for a seven-passenger Jeep vehicle.
Jeep Wrangler continued to maintain its position as a leader in the small SUV segment by posting sales of 5,673 units, an increase of 9 percent over February 2005 sales of 5,198 units.
Sales of Chrysler brand vehicles increased 3 percent with the company's flagship product, the Chrysler 300, setting a new sales record of 13,685 units, eclipsing the previous record of 13,475 units set in March 2005 and continuing its position as the dominant leader in the Luxury Full-Size Car segment.
The Chrysler Pacifica posted sales of 8,694 units, an increase of 24 percent over sales of 7,010 units last year.
Sales of the Chrysler PT Cruiser increased 21 percent to 10,896 units, compared to previous year sales of 8,997 units.
The distinctive Dodge Ram pickup maintained its position as the company's sales volume leader, posting sales of 29,887 units and improving 2 percent over February 2005 sales of 29,202 units. The Dodge Ram helped Dodge brand sales remain steady at 95,622 units compared to 96,312 units last year.
The Dodge Ram portfolio expands and builds upon Dodge's leadership position in the truck market with the introduction today of the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab at the National Truck Equipment Association Show in Atlanta, GA.
Building on Dodge's rich commercial heritage, the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab combines commercial capability, durability and leading versatility in a vehicle targeted at small business tradesmen, fleet customers and traditional chassis cab users looking for more cab space, enhanced functionality and bold styling.
Sales of the Dodge Charger set an all-time sales record for the vehicle by posting sales of 11,862 units, rising 48 percent over the January 2006 previous sales record of 8,023 units.
Vehicle lifetime sales of the Dodge Magnum surpassed 100,000 units. With 4,694 units sold in February, total Dodge Magnum sales reached 100,163 units since its introduction in May 2004.
"As we move into the spring selling season, our recent product introductions like the Dodge Caliber and Jeep Commander continue to attract new customers," said Dilts. "We eagerly anticipate the arrival of 10 all-new products this year and are well-positioned to offer a full range of new, distinctive vehicles as the economy looks to gain momentum going forward."
Chrysler Group finished the month with 532,534 units of inventory, or a 67-day supply.
- LX Platform Sets Sales Record of 30,241 Units Combined - Chrysler 300 Sets New All-Time Monthly Sales Record - Jeep(R) Commander Up 68 Percent Over January 2006 Sales - Dodge Caliber Begins Arriving in Dealerships; European Markets are Next - Dodge Ram Sales Continue to be the Volume Leader for the Company - Dodge Charger Records Best Sales Month Ever
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 1 -- On the strength of several key products and led by new product introductions, Chrysler Group reported U.S. sales for February 2006 of 190,367 units, an increase of 3 percent compared to February 2005 sales of 185,643. All figures reported this month have the same number of selling days as February 2005.
"Our newest and best products carried the day for us in February," said Gary Dilts, Chrysler Group Senior Vice President - Sales. "The LX platform posted sales of 30,241 units this month, our best ever. Overall, our car business is up 19 percent, and we have the all-new Dodge Caliber arriving at dealerships this month and attracting a new group of customers to our showrooms."
The LX platform, from which the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Dodge Magnum are produced, posted a record sales month with 30,241 units sold in February 2006, an increase over last year's sales of 17,913 units.
The all-new Dodge Caliber begins making its debut at Dodge dealerships this month, and the positive response from the press and the public has already attracted a new group of customers to the Dodge brand. The Dodge Caliber is the Dodge division's first truly global vehicle as it will spearhead the company's push into European markets later this year. With its distinctive styling, four fuel-efficient powertrain offerings and innovative interior features, the Dodge Caliber is designed to appeal to global audiences at an attractive price-to-value ratio.
"With the three products of the LX platform selling at a record pace and the arrival of the Dodge Caliber, Chrysler Group is back in the car business in a big way," said Dilts.
Jeep(R) brand sales of 39,618 units were 11 percent better than February 2005 sales of 35,756 units. Sales of the Jeep brand were helped by the enthusiastic reception of the Jeep Commander, which posted sales of 7,091 units. February results for the Jeep Commander were 68 percent higher than January 2006 results of 4,209 units and set a new sales record for the vehicle and confirming consumers' desire for a seven-passenger Jeep vehicle.
Jeep Wrangler continued to maintain its position as a leader in the small SUV segment by posting sales of 5,673 units, an increase of 9 percent over February 2005 sales of 5,198 units.
Sales of Chrysler brand vehicles increased 3 percent with the company's flagship product, the Chrysler 300, setting a new sales record of 13,685 units, eclipsing the previous record of 13,475 units set in March 2005 and continuing its position as the dominant leader in the Luxury Full-Size Car segment.
The Chrysler Pacifica posted sales of 8,694 units, an increase of 24 percent over sales of 7,010 units last year.
Sales of the Chrysler PT Cruiser increased 21 percent to 10,896 units, compared to previous year sales of 8,997 units.
The distinctive Dodge Ram pickup maintained its position as the company's sales volume leader, posting sales of 29,887 units and improving 2 percent over February 2005 sales of 29,202 units. The Dodge Ram helped Dodge brand sales remain steady at 95,622 units compared to 96,312 units last year.
The Dodge Ram portfolio expands and builds upon Dodge's leadership position in the truck market with the introduction today of the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab at the National Truck Equipment Association Show in Atlanta, GA.
Building on Dodge's rich commercial heritage, the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab combines commercial capability, durability and leading versatility in a vehicle targeted at small business tradesmen, fleet customers and traditional chassis cab users looking for more cab space, enhanced functionality and bold styling.
Sales of the Dodge Charger set an all-time sales record for the vehicle by posting sales of 11,862 units, rising 48 percent over the January 2006 previous sales record of 8,023 units.
Vehicle lifetime sales of the Dodge Magnum surpassed 100,000 units. With 4,694 units sold in February, total Dodge Magnum sales reached 100,163 units since its introduction in May 2004.
"As we move into the spring selling season, our recent product introductions like the Dodge Caliber and Jeep Commander continue to attract new customers," said Dilts. "We eagerly anticipate the arrival of 10 all-new products this year and are well-positioned to offer a full range of new, distinctive vehicles as the economy looks to gain momentum going forward."
Chrysler Group finished the month with 532,534 units of inventory, or a 67-day supply.
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DaimlerChrysler Corporation U.S. Sales Summary Thru February 2006
Month Sales DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Sebring 7,897 7,732 2% 2%
Concorde 0 36 -100% -100%
300 13,685 12,665 8% 8%
Crossfire 412 902 -54% -54%
PT Cruiser 10,896 8,997 21% 21%
Pacifica 8,694 7,010 24% 24%
Town & Country 13,543 16,233 -17% -17%
CHRYSLER BRAND 55,127 53,575 3% 3%
Wrangler 5,673 5,198 9% 9%
Liberty 12,931 15,027 -14% -14%
Grand Cherokee 13,923 15,531 -10% -10%
Commander 7,091 0 0% 0%
JEEP BRAND 39,618 35,756 11% 11%
Neon 4,007 12,390 -68% -68%
Caliber 1,397 0 0% 0%
Stratus 10,467 7,998 31% 31%
Intrepid 38 NA NA
Charger 11,862 0 0% 0%
Viper 108 104 4% 4%
Magnum 4,694 5,248 -11% -11%
Dakota 6,260 8,250 -24% -24%
Ram P/U 29,887 29,202 2% 2%
Caravan 17,618 19,115 -8% -8%
Durango 7,924 12,998 -39% -39%
Ram Van/Wagon 0 73 -100% -100%
Sprinter Van 1,398 896 56% 56%
DODGE BRAND 95,622 96,312 -1% -1%
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 190,367 185,643 3% 3%
TOTAL CG CAR 50,804 42,858 19% 19%
TOTAL CG TRUCK 139,563 142,785 -2% -2%
Selling Days 24 24
Sales CYTD DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Sebring 17,398 14,038 24% 24%
Concorde 0 72 -100% -100%
300 26,431 22,777 16% 16%
Crossfire 871 1,776 -51% -51%
PT Cruiser 22,302 16,884 32% 32%
Pacifica 13,763 12,246 12% 12%
Town & Country 22,990 27,587 -17% -17%
CHRYSLER BRAND 103,755 95,380 9% 9%
Wrangler 9,503 8,941 6% 6%
Liberty 22,205 25,994 -15% -15%
Grand Cherokee 26,383 28,286 -7% -7%
Commander 11,300 0 0% 0%
JEEP BRAND 69,391 63,221 10% 10%
Neon 7,354 23,648 -69% -69%
Caliber 1,397 0 0% 0%
Stratus 20,608 16,382 26% 26%
Intrepid 0 91 -100% -100%
Charger 19,885 0 0% 0%
Viper 222 179 24% 24%
Magnum 8,459 10,315 -18% -18%
Dakota 10,843 14,339 -24% -24%
Ram P/U 51,677 53,526 -3% -3%
Caravan 33,891 32,912 3% 3%
Durango 15,592 21,991 -29% -29%
Ram Van/Wagon 0 131 -100% -100%
Sprinter Van 2,758 1,639 68% 68%
DODGE BRAND 172,686 175,153 -1% -1%
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 345,832 333,754 4% 4%
TOTAL CG CAR 96,376 80,887 19% 19%
TOTAL CG TRUCK 249,456 252,867 -1% -1%
Selling Days 48 48
03-01-06, 03:12 PM
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INFINITI DIVISION SALES February 2006 February 2005 Monthly DSR %Change CYTD 2006 CYTD 2005 CYTD DSR %Change Infiniti Division Total 9,244 9,787 -5.5 17,301 18,500 -6.5 I35 1 253 -99.6 1 644 -99.8 G35 Sedan 2,891 3,941 -26.6 5,316 7,153 -25.7 G35 Coupe 1,643 2,043 -19.6 3,161 3,704 -14.7 M45 2,000 225 788.9 3,892 315 1135.6 Q45 56 137 -59.1 104 245 -57.6 QX56 981 1,126 -12.9 1,866 2,389 -21.1 FX 1,672 2,062 -18.9 2,939 4,967 -27.1 - Total Car 6,591 6,599 -0.1 12,474 5,482 3.3 - Total Truck 2,653 3,188 -16.8 4,827 3,231 -24.8 COMBINED NISSAN AND INFINITI SALES February 2006 February 2005 Monthly DSR %Change CYTD 2006 CYTD 2005 CYTD DSR %Change TOTAL VEHICLE 84,241 82,412 2.2 160,132 158,996 0.7 - Total Car 44,184 42,254 4.6 83,297 80,440 3.6 - Total Truck 40,057 40,158 -0.3 76,835 78,556 -2.2 Selling Days 24 24 24 24 *All numbers include Hawaii. Two (2) QX4 vehicles were sold.
Compared to the TL, G35 sales are getting hit much harder.
As for Acura, everything was down, except the TSX which sold a whooping 30 more cars. Big props to the TL, it is holding VERY well, 5k a month still is very, very encouraging.
Thing is, the RL is on pace to sell worse than the LAST generation. FOr those that don't know business, this is a HUGE SLAP IN THE FACE to honda. The RL is their pride and joy, their way to show their top technology, the FLAGSHIP.They had the most money and engineers and R&D into this car. IT was to catapult Acura into more of a luxury brand. Instead, its doing as bad as what the Infiniti Q45 has done.
Just imagine, if the LS or SC was ever a flop? It would really hurt Lexus credibility as a luxury brand, and create a damaging halo throughout not just the industry, but internally, in the company.
Last edited by LexFather; 03-01-06 at 03:28 PM.
Still cant believe they sold 9K cars total. Thats crazy.
03-01-06, 03:26 PM
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Just saw this on there website. I cant believe they are still trying to pump some life into this car...
Infiniti today announced 2006 model year pricing for the Infiniti Q45 Sport premium luxury sedan. For 2006, the Q45 Sport features a sport-tuned suspension, Rear Active Steer, 19-inch 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels, 245/40R19 W-rated performance tires, and an upgraded 5-speed automatic transmission with wider gear spacing and Downshift Rev Matching. New technology for 2006 includes a standard Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System.
The 2006 Infiniti Q45 Sport, which comes with a 340-horsepower 4.5-liter DOHC V8 engine, has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $58.100.
The 2006 Infiniti Q45 Sport, which comes with a 340-horsepower 4.5-liter DOHC V8 engine, has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $58.100.
03-01-06, 03:43 PM
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The G35 sedan is supposed to be remodeled this fall. The TL is not being remodeled until fall of next year. That's why the G35 took a bigger hit (-27% for the G35 sedan v. -13% for the TL).
The LS is being remodeled this fall. Its sales are down -50%.
The LS is being remodeled this fall. Its sales are down -50%.
03-01-06, 03:58 PM
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It feb, thats why luxury sales are down. Feb is one of the worst months in the industry. You cant compare sales from late last year to Feb. What you do is compare it to last year's feb sales...
03-01-06, 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by spwolf
It feb, thats why luxury sales are down. Feb is one of the worst months in the industry. You cant compare sales from late last year to Feb. What you do is compare it to last year's feb sales...
