Dec 2006 and 2006 Year End Sales aka Lexus #1 again
01-03-07, 11:21 AM
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01-03-07, 11:26 AM
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Hyundai
Hyundai Motor America Records Eighth Consecutive Year-Over-Year Sales Increase
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America
today announced sales of 37,365 units for the month of December and 455,520
for 2006, its eighth consecutive year-over-year sales increase. Year-end
sales were bolstered by strong December demand for the all-new 2007 Accent
and the all-new 2007 Santa Fe, up 66 percent and 121 percent respectively
over December 2005.
"While we celebrate closing the year with record sales, we are
disappointed that we fell short of our initial sales objectives," said
Steve Wilhite, chief operating officer of Hyundai Motor America. "We will
remember 2006 for our continued improvement and outstanding achievements in
quality, our commitment to standardizing the most effective safety
technologies across our growing product line-up, and extending the Hyundai
Advantage, America's Best Warranty -- initiatives we believe will pay
meaningful dividends in the years ahead."
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and
serviced through 755 dealerships nationwide.
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai
Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-
year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile
bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation
warranty and 5- year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America
today announced sales of 37,365 units for the month of December and 455,520
for 2006, its eighth consecutive year-over-year sales increase. Year-end
sales were bolstered by strong December demand for the all-new 2007 Accent
and the all-new 2007 Santa Fe, up 66 percent and 121 percent respectively
over December 2005.
"While we celebrate closing the year with record sales, we are
disappointed that we fell short of our initial sales objectives," said
Steve Wilhite, chief operating officer of Hyundai Motor America. "We will
remember 2006 for our continued improvement and outstanding achievements in
quality, our commitment to standardizing the most effective safety
technologies across our growing product line-up, and extending the Hyundai
Advantage, America's Best Warranty -- initiatives we believe will pay
meaningful dividends in the years ahead."
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and
serviced through 755 dealerships nationwide.
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai
Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-
year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile
bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation
warranty and 5- year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
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CARLINE December 2005 December 2006 CY2005 CY2006
ACCENT 1,661 2,759 41,012 34,735
SONATA 20,853 10,149 130,365 149,513
ELANTRA 8,907 7,444 116,336 98,853
TIBURON 1,183 784 20,600 17,382
SANTA FE 3,753 8,282 68,006 63,931
XG350/AZERA 1,745 2,479 17,645 26,833
TUCSON 4,919 3,669 61,048 52,067
ENTOURAGE N/A 1,799 N/A 12,206
TOTAL 43,021 37,365 455,012 455,520
SOURCE Hyundai Motor America
01-03-07, 11:38 AM
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They sold close to 9K ES350's in December 06 . . .
01-03-07, 12:05 PM
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Infiniti/Nissan
Nissan North America Announces December Sales [Jan. 3, 06]
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 3, 2007) -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported December sales of 91,775 units, posting a 4.4 percent increase over last year. Nissan Division sales increased by 4.2 percent over last year on sales of 78,663 units, and the Infiniti Division, celebrating its best December sales ever, posted a sales increase of 5.9 percent versus the prior year, with sales of 13,112 units.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
· December sales for Nissan-brand vehicles of 78,663 units were up 4.2 percent on a daily-sales-rate basis compared with last year’s 78,397 units sold.
· The Altima had its best December ever with sales of 24,832 units, up 39.8 percent over last year, reflecting a strong start for the all-new model.
· Nissan Division’s total car sales posted a 31.5% increase in December over the prior year, fueled by sales of the all-new Versa, all-new Sentra and all-new Altima.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
· Sales for Infiniti were up 5.9 percent with 13,112 units sold, marking the best December ever for the division.
· The all-new Infiniti G Sedan continues to build strong momentum with total G sales of 6,544 units in December, marking its best month ever at a 65.5 percent increase over the prior year.
NNA INFORMATION
· Combined December sales for Nissan and Infiniti totaled 91,775 units, a 4.4 percent increase on a daily-sales-rate basis, when compared with last year’s sales of 91,253 units.
· For the 2006 calendar year, combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti totaled 1,019,249 units, the brands’ second consecutive year of sales exceeding 1 million units. The Murano and the Infiniti M posted best-ever calendar years. Murano sales of 81,362 marked a 9.6 percent increase over the prior year, while M sales of 25,658 units marked a 7.3 percent increase over 2005.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 3, 2007) -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported December sales of 91,775 units, posting a 4.4 percent increase over last year. Nissan Division sales increased by 4.2 percent over last year on sales of 78,663 units, and the Infiniti Division, celebrating its best December sales ever, posted a sales increase of 5.9 percent versus the prior year, with sales of 13,112 units.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
· December sales for Nissan-brand vehicles of 78,663 units were up 4.2 percent on a daily-sales-rate basis compared with last year’s 78,397 units sold.
· The Altima had its best December ever with sales of 24,832 units, up 39.8 percent over last year, reflecting a strong start for the all-new model.
· Nissan Division’s total car sales posted a 31.5% increase in December over the prior year, fueled by sales of the all-new Versa, all-new Sentra and all-new Altima.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
· Sales for Infiniti were up 5.9 percent with 13,112 units sold, marking the best December ever for the division.
· The all-new Infiniti G Sedan continues to build strong momentum with total G sales of 6,544 units in December, marking its best month ever at a 65.5 percent increase over the prior year.
NNA INFORMATION
· Combined December sales for Nissan and Infiniti totaled 91,775 units, a 4.4 percent increase on a daily-sales-rate basis, when compared with last year’s sales of 91,253 units.
· For the 2006 calendar year, combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti totaled 1,019,249 units, the brands’ second consecutive year of sales exceeding 1 million units. The Murano and the Infiniti M posted best-ever calendar years. Murano sales of 81,362 marked a 9.6 percent increase over the prior year, while M sales of 25,658 units marked a 7.3 percent increase over 2005.
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01-03-07, 12:12 PM
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Chrysler
Chrysler Group December 2006 U.S. Sales Rise 1 Percent, Carried by 10 New Product Introductions in 2006
- Jeep Wrangler sales rise 61 percent, a new December sales record
- Jeep Compass sales increase 36 percent; the highest sales total since
introduction
- Dodge Ram Pickup sales increase 6 percent
- Dodge brand sales rise 5 percent on the strength of Nitro, Caliber and
Charger sales
- The Dodge Nitro powers to a 36 percent increase over November 2006 sales
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- On the strength
and momentum provided by the 10 product introductions in 2006, Chrysler
Group reported that unadjusted sales in December 2006 rose 1 percent to
190,415 units (4 percent adjusted), compared to December 2005 sales of
189,449 units. For the entire year, Chrysler Group sales totaled 2,142,505
units, a decrease of 7 percent over 2005. All figures are reported as
unadjusted.
"The 10 new products the company introduced in 2006 generated customer
and media praise and laid the foundation for strong sales in 2007," said
Steven Landry, Vice President, Sales and Field Operations - Chrysler Group.
"We've got an aggressive retail sales plan for 2007 that is expected to
drive showroom traffic and provide our dealers the best opportunity to sell
vehicles."
The all-new, iconic Jeep Wrangler continues to solidify its segment
dominance in the marketplace and deepen its loyalty with customers. Sales
of the Jeep Wrangler rose 61 percent to 8,623 units in December. December
2005 sales totaled 5,363 units.
Sales of the all-new Jeep Compass rose 36 percent month-over-month,
posting sales of 5,066 units in December 2006. November 2006 sales were
3,723 units.
For the Dodge brand, the Dodge Ram pickup continues to lead the way for
the brand, with sales rising 6 percent to 32,875 units. December 2005 year
sales were 30,978 units. Sales for the Dodge brand totaled 88,489 units, an
increase of 5 percent over December 2005 sales of 84,023 units.
Sales of the Dodge Nitro, the newest SUV for the Dodge brand, and the
first mid-sized SUV continues to gain momentum, totaling 7,491 units in
December 2006, or an increase of 36 percent over November 2006 sales of
5,489 units.
Sales of the first SUV for the Chrysler brand, the all-new Chrysler
Aspen, totaled 3,033 units, an increase of 28 percent over November 2006
sales of 2,365 units. Sales of the Chrysler Aspen continue to exceed
expectations as the vehicle continues arriving at dealerships and customers
respond to its unique looks and features.
Chrysler Group finished the month with 538,438 units of dealer
inventory, or a 74-day supply. That figure is 58,568 units and 11-days
fewer than December 2005 and in-line with earlier guidance of projected
year-end inventory levels.
On Thursday, January 4, 2007, Chrysler Group President and CEO, Tom
LaSorda will host a teleconference to deliver worldwide sales results for
the Chrysler Group and its global growth initiatives. Details about the
teleconference are available on the Chrysler Group media web site.
- Jeep Wrangler sales rise 61 percent, a new December sales record
- Jeep Compass sales increase 36 percent; the highest sales total since
introduction
- Dodge Ram Pickup sales increase 6 percent
- Dodge brand sales rise 5 percent on the strength of Nitro, Caliber and
Charger sales
- The Dodge Nitro powers to a 36 percent increase over November 2006 sales
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- On the strength
and momentum provided by the 10 product introductions in 2006, Chrysler
Group reported that unadjusted sales in December 2006 rose 1 percent to
190,415 units (4 percent adjusted), compared to December 2005 sales of
189,449 units. For the entire year, Chrysler Group sales totaled 2,142,505
units, a decrease of 7 percent over 2005. All figures are reported as
unadjusted.
"The 10 new products the company introduced in 2006 generated customer
and media praise and laid the foundation for strong sales in 2007," said
Steven Landry, Vice President, Sales and Field Operations - Chrysler Group.
"We've got an aggressive retail sales plan for 2007 that is expected to
drive showroom traffic and provide our dealers the best opportunity to sell
vehicles."
The all-new, iconic Jeep Wrangler continues to solidify its segment
dominance in the marketplace and deepen its loyalty with customers. Sales
of the Jeep Wrangler rose 61 percent to 8,623 units in December. December
2005 sales totaled 5,363 units.
Sales of the all-new Jeep Compass rose 36 percent month-over-month,
posting sales of 5,066 units in December 2006. November 2006 sales were
3,723 units.
For the Dodge brand, the Dodge Ram pickup continues to lead the way for
the brand, with sales rising 6 percent to 32,875 units. December 2005 year
sales were 30,978 units. Sales for the Dodge brand totaled 88,489 units, an
increase of 5 percent over December 2005 sales of 84,023 units.
Sales of the Dodge Nitro, the newest SUV for the Dodge brand, and the
first mid-sized SUV continues to gain momentum, totaling 7,491 units in
December 2006, or an increase of 36 percent over November 2006 sales of
5,489 units.
Sales of the first SUV for the Chrysler brand, the all-new Chrysler
Aspen, totaled 3,033 units, an increase of 28 percent over November 2006
sales of 2,365 units. Sales of the Chrysler Aspen continue to exceed
expectations as the vehicle continues arriving at dealerships and customers
respond to its unique looks and features.
Chrysler Group finished the month with 538,438 units of dealer
inventory, or a 74-day supply. That figure is 58,568 units and 11-days
fewer than December 2005 and in-line with earlier guidance of projected
year-end inventory levels.
On Thursday, January 4, 2007, Chrysler Group President and CEO, Tom
LaSorda will host a teleconference to deliver worldwide sales results for
the Chrysler Group and its global growth initiatives. Details about the
teleconference are available on the Chrysler Group media web site.
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DaimlerChrysler Corporation U.S. Sales Summary Thru December 2006
Month Sales DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Sebring 12,157 5,634 124% 116%
Concorde 0 0 0% 0%
300 16,250 12,202 38% 33%
Crossfire 10 1,054 -99% -99%
PT Cruiser 8,215 10,167 -16% -19%
Aspen 3,033 0 0% 0%
Pacifica 5,297 7,228 -24% -27%
Town & Country 10,877 15,923 -29% -32%
CHRYSLER BRAND 55,839 52,208 11% 7%
Compass 5,066 0 0% 0%
Wrangler 8,623 5,363 67% 61%
Liberty 11,979 17,665 -30% -32%
Grand Cherokee 12,853 21,732 -39% -41%
Commander 7,566 8,458 -7% -11%
JEEP BRAND 46,087 53,218 -10% -13%
Neon 0 4,378 -100% -100%
Caliber 9,425 0 0% 0%
Stratus 459 3,853 -88% -88%
Intrepid 0 0 0% 0%
Charger 10,567 7,137 54% 48%
Viper 68 163 -57% -58%
Magnum 2,735 2,901 -2% -6%
Dakota 5,144 7,309 -27% -30%
Ram P/U 32,875 30,978 10% 6%
Caravan 14,095 19,039 -23% -26%
Durango 4,322 6,415 -30% -33%
Nitro 7,491 0 0% 0%
Ram Van/Wagon 0 0 0% 0%
Sprinter Van 1,308 1,850 -27% -29%
DODGE BRAND 88,489 84,023 9% 5%
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 190,415 189,449 4% 1%
TOTAL CG CAR 49,698 35,334 46% 41%
TOTAL CG TRUCK 140,717 154,115 -5% -9%
Selling Days 26 27
Global Sales Reporting & Analysis
January 3, 2007
DaimlerChrysler Corporation U.S. Sales Summary Thru December 2006
Sales CYTD DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Sebring 69,357 90,294 -23% -23%
Concorde 0 210 -100% -100%
300 143,647 144,068 0% 0%
Crossfire 8,216 14,665 -44% -44%
PT Cruiser 138,650 133,740 4% 4%
Aspen 7,656 0 0% 0%
Pacifica 78,243 85,557 -8% -9%
Town & Country 159,105 180,759 -12% -12%
CHRYSLER BRAND 604,874 649,293 -7% -7%
Compass 18,579 0 0% 0%
Wrangler 80,271 79,017 2% 2%
Liberty 133,557 166,883 -20% -20%
Grand Cherokee 139,148 213,584 -35% -35%
Commander 88,497 17,048 421% 419%
JEEP BRAND 460,052 476,532 -3% -3%
Neon 17,239 113,332 -85% -85%
Caliber 92,224 0 0% 0%
Stratus 51,393 99,648 -48% -48%
Intrepid 0 298 -100% -100%
Charger 114,201 44,804 156% 155%
Viper 1,455 1,652 -12% -12%
Magnum 40,095 52,487 -23% -24%
Dakota 76,098 104,051 -27% -27%
Ram P/U 364,177 400,543 -9% -9%
Caravan 211,140 226,771 -7% -7%
Durango 70,606 115,439 -39% -39%
Nitro 16,990 0 0% 0%
Ram Van/Wagon 0 405 -100% -100%
Sprinter Van 21,961 19,578 13% 12%
DODGE BRAND 1,077,579 1,179,008 -8% -9%
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 2,142,505 2,304,833 -7% -7%
TOTAL CG CAR 510,234 526,823 -3% -3%
TOTAL CG TRUCK 1,632,271 1,778,010 -8% -8%
Selling Days 306 307
Global Sales Reporting & Analysis
January 3, 2007
SOURCE Chrysler Group
01-03-07, 12:16 PM
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Kia Motors America Announces 13 Consecutive Years of Record Sales
Company Posts Best Sales Month Ever
IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today
announced a record thirteenth consecutive year of sales increases and its
best month ever. Year-to-date sales for the company in 2006 totaled 294,302
units, 6.7-percent ahead of the record sales pace set in 2005. The Kia
Spectra sold more than 70,000 units in 2006, totaling 72,557. Both the Kia
Sorento and Kia Sedona models sold more than 50,000 units in 2006, totaling
57,018 and 50,672 units respectively. December sales was the best month
ever for the company, totaling 30,004, a 60-percent increase over 2005.
"The continued sales growth of Kia over the past thirteen years has
been nothing short of remarkable," said Len Hunt, executive vice president
and COO of KMA. "The confidence and integrity that we exude is shown
through the quality of vehicles that we are bringing to market. And we will
continue to build upon that foundation, instilling a sense of pride and
passion for our products with our customers."
Kia Motors America -- the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia
Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea -- offers a complete line of vehicles
through more than 630 dealers throughout the United States. For more
information visit http://www.kiamedia.com.
IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today
announced a record thirteenth consecutive year of sales increases and its
best month ever. Year-to-date sales for the company in 2006 totaled 294,302
units, 6.7-percent ahead of the record sales pace set in 2005. The Kia
Spectra sold more than 70,000 units in 2006, totaling 72,557. Both the Kia
Sorento and Kia Sedona models sold more than 50,000 units in 2006, totaling
57,018 and 50,672 units respectively. December sales was the best month
ever for the company, totaling 30,004, a 60-percent increase over 2005.
"The continued sales growth of Kia over the past thirteen years has
been nothing short of remarkable," said Len Hunt, executive vice president
and COO of KMA. "The confidence and integrity that we exude is shown
through the quality of vehicles that we are bringing to market. And we will
continue to build upon that foundation, instilling a sense of pride and
passion for our products with our customers."
Kia Motors America -- the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia
Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea -- offers a complete line of vehicles
through more than 630 dealers throughout the United States. For more
information visit http://www.kiamedia.com.
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MONTH OF DECEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
Model 2006 2005 2006 2005
Rio 2,843 2,776 28,388 30,290
Spectra 9,275 2,916 72,557 56,088
Optima 3,834 998 38,408 41,349
Amanti 584 2,565 9,594 18,668
Sportage 4,900 2,681 37,071 29,009
Sorento 2,573 2,970 50,672 47,610
Sedona 5,586 3,861 57,018 52,837
Rondo 409 N/A 594 N/A
Total 30,004 18,767 294,302 275,851
TOTAL U.S. SALES OF KIA VEHICLES
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999
January 605 1,227 1,508 2,624 7,197 9,461
February 626 1,053 1,887 2,529 6,196 6,703
March 638 1,309 2,197 3,093 6,082 11,400
April 714 1,256 2,300 3,541 5,530 10,606
May 1,010 1,907 3,481 4,917 6,301 12,795
June 1,053 1,665 4,401 3,992 9,215 13,593
July 1,106 2,662 3,241 5,024 10,095 13,136
August 1,368 2,881 4,229 6,321 8,016 13,138
September 1,528 2,729 3,780 7,123 7,355 11,846
October 1,207 2,437 3,797 5,913 8,634 10,641
November 1,156 2,640 3,174 5,317 4,730 11,820
December 1,152 2,974 2,279 4,931 3,542 9,455
Total 12,163 24,740 36,274 55,325 82,893 134,594
2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
January 8,143 12,513 16,574 18,524 17,029 17,154
February 11,392 12,665 17,509 17,769 18,586 20,454
March 12,729 19,159 21,478 21,353 23,769 25,722
April 12,422 16,060 20,366 19,542 23,438 27,158
May 13,709 20,048 22,790 22,007 25,443 25,503
June 16,140 21,188 22,498 20,311 27,636 27,095
July 12,300 19,405 23,061 24,009 23,637 26,052
August 16,454 23,276 23,564 24,758 21,132 23,820
September 16,438 20,585 18,179 19,269 23,001 23,404
October 13,726 24,523 17,960 15,181 22,973 20,631
November 12,643 16,940 18,741 16,173 23,303 20,091
December 14,510 17,365 14,625 18,575 20,108 18,767
Total 160,606 223,727 237,345 237,471 270,055 275,851
2006
January 18,110
February 20,719
March 26,004
April 27,808
May 26,494
June 27,443
July 26,429
August 25,114
September 23,877
October 20,097
November 22,203
December 30,004
Total 294,302
SOURCE Kia Motors America
01-03-07, 01:41 PM
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Any other hypothetical situations u would like to make up and state?
Lexus has done well but to be perfectly honest without the LS, GS, IS, ES, RX, GX, LX, sales would be in the tank
Lexus has done well but to be perfectly honest without people to buy them, let us just say a black plague hits again, sales would be in the tank
Lexus has done well but to be perfectly honest if BMW had that exact same problem, they would be #1 in sales in America
01-03-07, 02:19 PM
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Lexus is doing well but seriously... 13,164 3-series and 7,460 5-series sold!!
That is just crazy. BMW is quite simply unstoppable there.
That is just crazy. BMW is quite simply unstoppable there.
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01-03-07, 02:25 PM
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From this thread in the 3GS forum, it seems like there aren't many GS350's around in the Lexus dealerships, seems like they aren't producing much of them ? : http://sr1.clublexus.com/forums/showthread.php?t=256410
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First off, WTF does BMW have to do with that statement? Pointing at other manufacturers to somehow add "credibility" to your statement seems to be a trend here and in other threads. Please stop the shell game and address the post head on.
Back on topic..
How is my comment "hypothetical". The reality is that Lexus Car sales would in fact show a significant drop had it not been for the new IS. Is that such a bad thing?
Back on topic..
How is my comment "hypothetical". The reality is that Lexus Car sales would in fact show a significant drop had it not been for the new IS. Is that such a bad thing?
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That is not a factual statement...
3 Series 120,180 106,950 12%
Z Series 12,284 10,045 22%
5 Series 56,756 52,722 8%
6 Series 9,322 9,934 -6%
7 Series 17,796 18,165 -2%
I give the LS plenty of credit, it will certainly ramp up quickly. The SC/GS are where it is lacking. Also, the ES at +12% is "OK" but I don't think it is meeting Lexus' own expectations.
3 Series 120,180 106,950 12%
Z Series 12,284 10,045 22%
5 Series 56,756 52,722 8%
6 Series 9,322 9,934 -6%
7 Series 17,796 18,165 -2%
I give the LS plenty of credit, it will certainly ramp up quickly. The SC/GS are where it is lacking. Also, the ES at +12% is "OK" but I don't think it is meeting Lexus' own expectations.
Your thinking is flawed. Why are you only looking at arbitrary percentages for each model? Why not mention the percentage that a model makes up of the total sales?
Let me break it down for you: Lexus sales in December were 37,235. Of those sales, ES and IS sales *combined* equal 14,274. So in December, ES and IS sales combined were 38% of total Lexus sales.
Now, BMW. December sales for BMW were 30,945. Of those sales, 3 and 5 Series sales *combined* equal 20,624. So in December, 3 and 5 Series sales combined were a whopping 66% of total BMW sales. I'll even go so far as to only compare 3 Series sales against total BMW sales. 3 Series sales alone make up a huge 43% of total BMW sales in December. If that's not reliance on one model, I don't know what is.
And for kicks, let's take a look at Audi sales. Total Audi December sales were 11,897. Of those sales, the A4 alone accounted for 57% of the sales. That is an even bigger reliance on one model than BMW has with the 3 Series.
So if you take away IS sales, Lexus *still* beats BMW in total sales for the month of December. If you take away IS and ES sales, Lexus still has a healthy amount of sales in December thanks to the LS and RX. If you take away the 3 Series alone from BMW, then the results are catastrophic, because the 3 Series makes up a very significant chunk of BMW sales.
And the ES not meeting Lexus' expectations? Are you for real? The ES has been consistently selling well, and even the old model sold pretty well. Now the new model is selling more than ever. Lexus' public expectations are 70K annual sales for the new ES, and they have already exceeded that, despite the new ES being on sale only since May.
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First off, WTF does BMW have to do with that statement? Pointing at other manufacturers to somehow add "credibility" to your statement seems to be a trend here and in other threads. Please stop the shell game and address the post head on.
Back on topic..
How is my comment "hypothetical". The reality is that Lexus Car sales would in fact show a significant drop had it not been for the new IS. Is that such a bad thing?
Back on topic..
How is my comment "hypothetical". The reality is that Lexus Car sales would in fact show a significant drop had it not been for the new IS. Is that such a bad thing?
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