March 2009 vehicles sales
04-01-09, 04:35 PM
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I forgot the new ES comes out in 2010, unless they decide to do something drastic...but it does look like Lexus is going to lose its US sales crown this year. And I think the RX had been the best selling luxury vehicle since 2006. Looks like the 3-series might regain that title.
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04-01-09, 05:24 PM
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Audi Reports Strong U.S. Import Luxury Market Share Gain in March
- The Audi share of U.S. import luxury sales jumped 1.3 points to 7.77%
- The Audi Q5 debuted with strong sales in March
- Positive demand for the Audi A5 continues through first quarter of 2009.
HERNDON, Va., April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi today announced sales for the month of March totaling 6,433 units sold. Audi's share of U.S. import luxury vehicle sales increased a strong 1.3 percentage points to 7.77% in March. This increase continues the consistent climb in Audi market share throughout last year and in the first months of 2009.
A bright spot in March was the impressive early demand for the Audi Q5. In its first full month, the Q5 recorded sales of 1,094 units, making the Q5 the highest-selling Audi vehicle in March after the A4.
Sales of the Audi A5 and R8 continued to be strong, with the A5 posting a 41.6% sales increase over 2008 due to 657 units sold in March. The A5 has recorded 1,754 total units sold in 2009, an increase of 47.4% over the same time last year. Sales of the Audi R8 kept pace with their March 2008 sales numbers and are up 18.6% year to date.
"The strong debut of the Q5 shows that consumers are recognizing the distinctive improvements this vehicle brings to the luxury crossover market. With the new success of the Q5 and the continued success of the A5, Audi has maintained its momentum and its share of the luxury car market," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "While the economic conditions remain challenging, Audi dealers surpassed our projections for the month."
Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales maintained solid numbers. Audi recorded 2,849 CPO units sold in March.
NOTES:
A4 includes Audi A4 sedan, Avant, and RS models.
A5 includes Audi A5 coupe and S5 coupe models.
A6 includes Audi A6 sedan, S6 sedan and A6 Avant models.
A8 includes Audi A8 sedan, A8L sedan, and S8 sedan models.
TT includes Audi TT coupe and TT roadster models.
SOURCE Audi
- The Audi share of U.S. import luxury sales jumped 1.3 points to 7.77%
- The Audi Q5 debuted with strong sales in March
- Positive demand for the Audi A5 continues through first quarter of 2009.
HERNDON, Va., April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi today announced sales for the month of March totaling 6,433 units sold. Audi's share of U.S. import luxury vehicle sales increased a strong 1.3 percentage points to 7.77% in March. This increase continues the consistent climb in Audi market share throughout last year and in the first months of 2009.
A bright spot in March was the impressive early demand for the Audi Q5. In its first full month, the Q5 recorded sales of 1,094 units, making the Q5 the highest-selling Audi vehicle in March after the A4.
Sales of the Audi A5 and R8 continued to be strong, with the A5 posting a 41.6% sales increase over 2008 due to 657 units sold in March. The A5 has recorded 1,754 total units sold in 2009, an increase of 47.4% over the same time last year. Sales of the Audi R8 kept pace with their March 2008 sales numbers and are up 18.6% year to date.
"The strong debut of the Q5 shows that consumers are recognizing the distinctive improvements this vehicle brings to the luxury crossover market. With the new success of the Q5 and the continued success of the A5, Audi has maintained its momentum and its share of the luxury car market," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "While the economic conditions remain challenging, Audi dealers surpassed our projections for the month."
Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales maintained solid numbers. Audi recorded 2,849 CPO units sold in March.
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AUDI US SNAPSHOT ------YEAR TO DATE------
March-09 March-08
March-09 March-08 Yr/Yr% YTD YTD Yr/Yr%
Model Line Actual Actual change actual actual change
A3 274 408 -32.8% 693 1116 -37.9%
A4 3255 4060 -19.8% 7515 9749 -22.9%
A5 657 464 41.6% 1754 1190 47.4%
A6 403 898 -55.1% 1624 2728 -40.5%
A8 102 249 -59.0% 272 752 -63.8%
TT 151 473 -68.1% 441 1125 -60.8%
R8 44 44 0.0% 198 167 18.6%
Q5 1094 n/a n/a 1752 n/a n/a
Q7 453 1390 -67.4% 1559 3729 -58.2%
Total Audi Sales 6433 7986 -19.4% 15808 20556 -23.1%
A4 includes Audi A4 sedan, Avant, and RS models.
A5 includes Audi A5 coupe and S5 coupe models.
A6 includes Audi A6 sedan, S6 sedan and A6 Avant models.
A8 includes Audi A8 sedan, A8L sedan, and S8 sedan models.
TT includes Audi TT coupe and TT roadster models.
SOURCE Audi
04-01-09, 05:25 PM
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Hyundai Motor America Reports March 2009 Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 40,721 vehicles in March, a five percent decline versus March 2008 but a 33 percent increase over February volume levels.
"We are satisfied with our overall performance in this difficult business climate," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America vice president of national sales. "The fact that we experienced only a nominal decline from an all-time March sales record in 2008 is acceptable to us. Even with continued economic stress and industry uncertainty, this performance is a clear indication that the Hyundai brand is sustaining its momentum and expanding its relevance."
"As we enter the important spring selling season, we fully expect to build on our one percent year-over-year sales increase for the first-quarter of 2009 with continued consumer interest in our Hyundai Assurance Program, growing recognition and acceptance of Genesis as North American Car of the Year, and terrific new models like the new Elantra Touring and Genesis Coupe which will be entering full launch mode."
All new Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by America's Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new Hyundai's leased or purchased at a participating Hyundai dealership. Hyundai Assurance provides protection from certain income-changing life events, allowing consumers to return their vehicles in the first year of ownership without impacting their credit histories, while covering vehicle depreciation (negative equity) up to $7,500.
For a limited time, Hyundai is also offering Hyundai Assurance Plus, adding 90 days of payment relief to the existing protection plan. Hyundai Assurance Plus is part of Hyundai's Spring Sales Event, which runs until April 30, 2009. Hyundai Assurance and Hyundai Assurance Plus are complimentary for the first 12 months of ownership. The programs supplement all existing consumer incentives, and are available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment history or financed amount of the vehicle.
SOURCE Hyundai Motor America
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 40,721 vehicles in March, a five percent decline versus March 2008 but a 33 percent increase over February volume levels.
"We are satisfied with our overall performance in this difficult business climate," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America vice president of national sales. "The fact that we experienced only a nominal decline from an all-time March sales record in 2008 is acceptable to us. Even with continued economic stress and industry uncertainty, this performance is a clear indication that the Hyundai brand is sustaining its momentum and expanding its relevance."
"As we enter the important spring selling season, we fully expect to build on our one percent year-over-year sales increase for the first-quarter of 2009 with continued consumer interest in our Hyundai Assurance Program, growing recognition and acceptance of Genesis as North American Car of the Year, and terrific new models like the new Elantra Touring and Genesis Coupe which will be entering full launch mode."
All new Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by America's Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new Hyundai's leased or purchased at a participating Hyundai dealership. Hyundai Assurance provides protection from certain income-changing life events, allowing consumers to return their vehicles in the first year of ownership without impacting their credit histories, while covering vehicle depreciation (negative equity) up to $7,500.
For a limited time, Hyundai is also offering Hyundai Assurance Plus, adding 90 days of payment relief to the existing protection plan. Hyundai Assurance Plus is part of Hyundai's Spring Sales Event, which runs until April 30, 2009. Hyundai Assurance and Hyundai Assurance Plus are complimentary for the first 12 months of ownership. The programs supplement all existing consumer incentives, and are available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment history or financed amount of the vehicle.
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CARLINE MAR/2008 MAR/2009 CY/2008 CY/2009
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ACCENT 3,938 5,829 10,214 13,723
SONATA 11,306 12,406 24,431 25,657
ELANTRA 11,505 9,510 23,870 21,795
TIBURON 829 1,891 2,071 2,910
SANTA FE 7,972 5,866 17,691 16,113
AZERA 2,922 387 5,706 1,003
TUCSON 2,427 1,346 6,013 3,678
ENTOURAGE 627 273 1,542 2,985
VERACRUZ 1,270 1,587 3,800 4,045
GENESIS 0 1,626 0 3,945
TOTAL 42,796 40,721 95,338 95,854
04-01-09, 05:27 PM
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Kia Motors America Announces March Sales
Company Up 12 percent from February Sales and 1 Percent Year to Date
IRVINE, Calif., April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced March sales of 24,724 units, an increase of 12 percent from the previous month, and year-to-date sales of 68,893 total units, up 1 percent over the same period last year. March sales were led by Sorento and Sedona, posting 57.8-percent and 61.7-percent increases respectively. The Soul, Kia's all-new and uniquely styled compact with myriad personalization options that began arriving in dealerships in February, also recorded strong sales of 1,246 units.
KMA also posted a 1-percent increase overall in first quarter sales, and continues to expand its value-oriented product line. In addition to overall value, the Kia design evolution is attracting more consumers to the brand with the launch of the all-new Soul and the Forte sedan, which arrives in dealerships this summer.
"Sales of the Kia Sorento and Sedona are strong and we can attribute that to the right marketing strategy and our strong value proposition," said Michael Sprague, vice president of marketing, KMA. "We also are pleased to have the Soul post impressive results right out of the gate with its recent launch in the U.S market; we feel we have the right vehicles for the times."
SOURCE Kia Motors America
IRVINE, Calif., April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced March sales of 24,724 units, an increase of 12 percent from the previous month, and year-to-date sales of 68,893 total units, up 1 percent over the same period last year. March sales were led by Sorento and Sedona, posting 57.8-percent and 61.7-percent increases respectively. The Soul, Kia's all-new and uniquely styled compact with myriad personalization options that began arriving in dealerships in February, also recorded strong sales of 1,246 units.
KMA also posted a 1-percent increase overall in first quarter sales, and continues to expand its value-oriented product line. In addition to overall value, the Kia design evolution is attracting more consumers to the brand with the launch of the all-new Soul and the Forte sedan, which arrives in dealerships this summer.
"Sales of the Kia Sorento and Sedona are strong and we can attribute that to the right marketing strategy and our strong value proposition," said Michael Sprague, vice president of marketing, KMA. "We also are pleased to have the Soul post impressive results right out of the gate with its recent launch in the U.S market; we feel we have the right vehicles for the times."
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MONTH OF MARCH YEAR-TO-DATE
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Model 2009 2008 2009 2008
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Rio 1,483 3,514 4,211 9,098
Spectra 6,423 8,022 15,005 18,013
Optima 1,964 2,404 6,595 9,196
Amanti 764 173 2,307 556
Sportage 2,462 3,171 9,374 9,786
Sorento 3,217 2,039 10,436 4,621
Sedona 4,426 2,737 13,207 7,291
Rondo 2,307 2,811 5,303 9,653
Borrego 432 n/a 1,175 n/a
Soul 1,246 n/a 1,280 n/a
Total 24,724 24,871 68,893 68,214
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04-01-09, 05:36 PM
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Mitsubishi Motors Reports March Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today announced March 2009 sales of 4,620. This represents an improvement of three percent from February.
March saw another dramatic decline in overall U.S. automotive industry sales. Mitsubishi's sales showed a decrease of 57.0 percent when compared to March 2008 sales of 10,750.
"This challenging economy presents us with opportunities to analyze and reconsider how we address the needs of our unique customer base," said MMNA President & CEO Shin Kurihara. "We expect the exciting future products we reveal next week at the New York Auto Show will be seen as a vital first step toward solidifying a stronger brand direction in this trying market."
SOURCE Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
March saw another dramatic decline in overall U.S. automotive industry sales. Mitsubishi's sales showed a decrease of 57.0 percent when compared to March 2008 sales of 10,750.
"This challenging economy presents us with opportunities to analyze and reconsider how we address the needs of our unique customer base," said MMNA President & CEO Shin Kurihara. "We expect the exciting future products we reveal next week at the New York Auto Show will be seen as a vital first step toward solidifying a stronger brand direction in this trying market."
SOURCE Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
04-01-09, 06:40 PM
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The current gen ES is now in it's third year with only minor tweaks to date, and the new gen TL is just being launched with heavy advertising.
I don't know what's planned for the '10 ES but most likely nothing major until the '11 or '12. Probably the normal business cycle sales-wise, but Lexus sure could use the volume these days.
I don't know what's planned for the '10 ES but most likely nothing major until the '11 or '12. Probably the normal business cycle sales-wise, but Lexus sure could use the volume these days.
it makes no difference which year the ES is, or how long it has been out.
with or without advertising, potential TL buyers will cross shop the ES.
half the people think the ES is an inferior product.
lexus keeps getting pummeled month after month.
one thing is clear. There's no spice in the Lexus lineup. It's stale bread now. Even the new RX looks stale.
Even Hyundai is making more exciting-looking products.
vs
People would rather buy a more expensive bmw than a cheaper lexus.
the 3 series outsold the IS and ES combined.
and the GS is just a farce! jesus fk christ.
the 5 series always sells 4x or more.
lexus is lacking mojo.
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04-01-09, 06:48 PM
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I wouldnt be surprised if BMW and MB also have insane lease and finance deals to help out as well.
But I do agree that BMW and MB have more fresh vehicles (and a larger variety of vehicles to chose from) compared to Lexus currently.
But I do agree that BMW and MB have more fresh vehicles (and a larger variety of vehicles to chose from) compared to Lexus currently.
04-01-09, 06:52 PM
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04-01-09, 06:52 PM
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"it makes no difference which year the ES is, or how long it has been out".
"with or without advertising, potential TL buyers will cross shop the ES".
Yes it does. Most cars/models sell best when they are new. Also, the sales of most cars taper off near the end of a cycle before a new gen comes out.
I agree that the ES and TL are heavily cross shopped.
"with or without advertising, potential TL buyers will cross shop the ES".
Yes it does. Most cars/models sell best when they are new. Also, the sales of most cars taper off near the end of a cycle before a new gen comes out.
I agree that the ES and TL are heavily cross shopped.
04-01-09, 06:57 PM
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http://www.autonews.com/article/2009...903160364/1197
Autos: Trading Down in a Recession
Luxury on a Budget
Besieged by layoff fears, falling home values, and shrinking 401(k) accounts, even wealthy U.S. consumers are having to make sacrifices. Many are having to trade down, whether it means buying a new Kenmore instead of a Sub-Zero fridge, or going to J.C. Penney instead of Brooks Brothers. Autos are no exception. In January and February, according to Edmunds.com, Toyota was the top brand traded into by owners of Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Lexus vehicles. BusinessWeek Senior Correspondent David Kiley and Detroit Bureau Chief David Welch have 20 suggestions for trade-ins that will help luxury-car owners save money—and face.
Luxury on a Budget
Besieged by layoff fears, falling home values, and shrinking 401(k) accounts, even wealthy U.S. consumers are having to make sacrifices. Many are having to trade down, whether it means buying a new Kenmore instead of a Sub-Zero fridge, or going to J.C. Penney instead of Brooks Brothers. Autos are no exception. In January and February, according to Edmunds.com, Toyota was the top brand traded into by owners of Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Lexus vehicles. BusinessWeek Senior Correspondent David Kiley and Detroit Bureau Chief David Welch have 20 suggestions for trade-ins that will help luxury-car owners save money—and face.
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Let's make a deal Incentives for many import brands VEHICLE FEB. 2009 %CHANGE Land Rover $5,989 300% Infiniti $5,134 150% BMW $5,097 17% Mercedes-Benz $4,185 80% Jaguar $4,118 28% Lexus $3,402 310%
04-01-09, 07:00 PM
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it makes no difference which year the ES is, or how long it has been out.
with or without advertising, potential TL buyers will cross shop the ES.
half the people think the ES is an inferior product.
lexus keeps getting pummeled month after month.
one thing is clear. There's no spice in the Lexus lineup. It's stale bread now. Even the new RX looks stale.
Even Hyundai is making more exciting-looking products.
vs
People would rather buy a more expensive bmw than a cheaper lexus.
the 3 series outsold the IS and ES combined.
and the GS is just a farce! jesus fk christ.
the 5 series always sells 4x or more.
lexus is lacking mojo.
with or without advertising, potential TL buyers will cross shop the ES.
half the people think the ES is an inferior product.
lexus keeps getting pummeled month after month.
one thing is clear. There's no spice in the Lexus lineup. It's stale bread now. Even the new RX looks stale.
Even Hyundai is making more exciting-looking products.
vs
People would rather buy a more expensive bmw than a cheaper lexus.
the 3 series outsold the IS and ES combined.
and the GS is just a farce! jesus fk christ.
the 5 series always sells 4x or more.
lexus is lacking mojo.
well, I think LS is still the most beautiful car in the world.
lots of people agrees with me, I guess.