February 2010 Auto Sales Thread (Toyota/Lexus results in)
03-02-10, 11:59 AM
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dmunds.com Reports True Cost of Incentives: Spending Increases as Automakers Entice Toyota Customers
March 02, 2010 01:25 PM Eastern Time
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, estimated today that the average automaker incentive in the U.S. was $2,588 per vehicle sold in February 2010, up $248, or 10.6 percent, from January 2010, but down $422, or 14.0 percent, from February 2009.
“Toyota needs to stay competitive in this area while rebuilding confidence in their vehicles.”
“Incentive spending went up last month for most major automakers as they tried to lure Toyota buyers to their brand,” stated Jessica Caldwell, Director of Industry Analysis for Edmunds.com. “Toyota needs to stay competitive in this area while rebuilding confidence in their vehicles.”
According to Edmunds.com, combined incentives spending for domestic manufacturers averaged $3,394 per vehicle sold in February 2010, up from $2,968 in January 2010. From January 2010 to February 2010, European automakers increased incentives spending by $12 to $2,494 per vehicle sold; Japanese automakers increased incentives spending by $270 to $1,853 per vehicle sold; and Korean automakers decreased incentives spending by $630 to $1,676 per vehicle sold.
True Cost of Incentives for the Top Seven Automakers
Automaker February 2010 January 2010 February 2009
Chrysler Group (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep) $3,388 $3,008 $5,608*
Ford (Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Volvo) $3,301 $3,039 $3,384
General Motors (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn)
$3,434 $2,885 $3,681
Honda (Acura, Honda) $1,406 $1,212 $1,249
Hyundai (Hyundai, Kia) $1,676 $2,306 $3,367
Nissan (Infiniti, Nissan) $2,602 $2,424 $2,572
Toyota (Lexus, Scion, Toyota) $1,833 $1,452 $1,682
Industry Average $2,588 $2,340 $3,010
*Denotes a record
In February 2010, the industry's aggregate incentive spending is estimated to have totaled approximately $2.03 billion, up 24.8 percent from January 2010. Chrysler, Ford and General Motors spent an aggregate of $1.2 billion, or 58.0 percent of the total; Japanese manufacturers spent $571 million, or 28.3 percent; European manufacturers spent $165 million, or 8.2 percent; and Korean manufacturers spent $110 million, or 5.5 percent.
“February was the first time since August 1998 that Ford outsold General Motors,” reported Edmunds.com Senior Analyst Michelle Krebs in her report on AutoObserver.com. “Ford has a lot of momentum right now, while GM has essentially stopped selling four of its brands.”
Among vehicle segments, large trucks had the highest average incentives, $4,194 per vehicle sold, followed by premium luxury car at $4,023. Subcompact cars had the lowest average incentives per vehicle sold, $1,205, followed by sport cars at $1,394. Analysis of incentives expenditures as a percentage of average sticker price for each segment shows large trucks averaged the highest, 12.4 percent, followed by large cars at 11.4 percent of sticker price. Premium sport cars averaged the lowest with 1.7 percent and sport cars followed with 4.2 percent of sticker price.
Comparing all brands, in February smart spent the least, $341 followed by Scion at $426 per vehicle sold. At the other end of the spectrum, Lincoln spent the most, $5,568, followed by HUMMER at $5,195 per vehicle sold. Relative to their vehicle prices, Saturn and HUMMER spent the most, 14.9 percent and 13.6 percent of sticker price, respectively; while Porsche spent 1.4 and smart spent 2.3 percent.
Edmunds.com's monthly True Cost of IncentivesSM (TCISM) report takes into account all automakers' various U.S. incentives programs, including subvented interest rates and lease programs, as well as cash rebates to consumers and dealers. To ensure the greatest possible accuracy, Edmunds.com bases its calculations on sales volume, including the mix of vehicle makes and models for each month, as well as on the proportion of vehicles for which each type of incentive was used.
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March 02, 2010 01:25 PM Eastern Time
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, estimated today that the average automaker incentive in the U.S. was $2,588 per vehicle sold in February 2010, up $248, or 10.6 percent, from January 2010, but down $422, or 14.0 percent, from February 2009.
“Toyota needs to stay competitive in this area while rebuilding confidence in their vehicles.”
“Incentive spending went up last month for most major automakers as they tried to lure Toyota buyers to their brand,” stated Jessica Caldwell, Director of Industry Analysis for Edmunds.com. “Toyota needs to stay competitive in this area while rebuilding confidence in their vehicles.”
According to Edmunds.com, combined incentives spending for domestic manufacturers averaged $3,394 per vehicle sold in February 2010, up from $2,968 in January 2010. From January 2010 to February 2010, European automakers increased incentives spending by $12 to $2,494 per vehicle sold; Japanese automakers increased incentives spending by $270 to $1,853 per vehicle sold; and Korean automakers decreased incentives spending by $630 to $1,676 per vehicle sold.
True Cost of Incentives for the Top Seven Automakers
Automaker February 2010 January 2010 February 2009
Chrysler Group (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep) $3,388 $3,008 $5,608*
Ford (Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Volvo) $3,301 $3,039 $3,384
General Motors (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn)
$3,434 $2,885 $3,681
Honda (Acura, Honda) $1,406 $1,212 $1,249
Hyundai (Hyundai, Kia) $1,676 $2,306 $3,367
Nissan (Infiniti, Nissan) $2,602 $2,424 $2,572
Toyota (Lexus, Scion, Toyota) $1,833 $1,452 $1,682
Industry Average $2,588 $2,340 $3,010
*Denotes a record
In February 2010, the industry's aggregate incentive spending is estimated to have totaled approximately $2.03 billion, up 24.8 percent from January 2010. Chrysler, Ford and General Motors spent an aggregate of $1.2 billion, or 58.0 percent of the total; Japanese manufacturers spent $571 million, or 28.3 percent; European manufacturers spent $165 million, or 8.2 percent; and Korean manufacturers spent $110 million, or 5.5 percent.
“February was the first time since August 1998 that Ford outsold General Motors,” reported Edmunds.com Senior Analyst Michelle Krebs in her report on AutoObserver.com. “Ford has a lot of momentum right now, while GM has essentially stopped selling four of its brands.”
Among vehicle segments, large trucks had the highest average incentives, $4,194 per vehicle sold, followed by premium luxury car at $4,023. Subcompact cars had the lowest average incentives per vehicle sold, $1,205, followed by sport cars at $1,394. Analysis of incentives expenditures as a percentage of average sticker price for each segment shows large trucks averaged the highest, 12.4 percent, followed by large cars at 11.4 percent of sticker price. Premium sport cars averaged the lowest with 1.7 percent and sport cars followed with 4.2 percent of sticker price.
Comparing all brands, in February smart spent the least, $341 followed by Scion at $426 per vehicle sold. At the other end of the spectrum, Lincoln spent the most, $5,568, followed by HUMMER at $5,195 per vehicle sold. Relative to their vehicle prices, Saturn and HUMMER spent the most, 14.9 percent and 13.6 percent of sticker price, respectively; while Porsche spent 1.4 and smart spent 2.3 percent.
Edmunds.com's monthly True Cost of IncentivesSM (TCISM) report takes into account all automakers' various U.S. incentives programs, including subvented interest rates and lease programs, as well as cash rebates to consumers and dealers. To ensure the greatest possible accuracy, Edmunds.com bases its calculations on sales volume, including the mix of vehicle makes and models for each month, as well as on the proportion of vehicles for which each type of incentive was used.
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The TSX has never been in the same category. It has NEVER been in a comparison vs the IS or 3 series anywhere. The TSX debuted with a 27k or so price tag to the 3/IS 30k price tag and it was a FWD/I-4 car vs RWD/I-6. It is a rebadged Accord, it is sub entry level.
Sure it was (still is) a good car and sure some people cross shopped it. It was never a direct competitor nor a threat to the 3 or IS. The TL is the car that has always been in the price range and comparisons vs the 3/IS (even if the size is larger, just like a CTS or G35/37)/.
The 3 series and IS have;
I-6/V-6
V-8
coupes
convertibles
M/F
M sport/F sport OEM parts
RWD
AWD
The TSX is only a sedan, only FWD much cheaper in price and finally offers a V-6 option.
Apples to oranges.
Again this is no diss to it. It is a good car and owners seem to love it.
Sure it was (still is) a good car and sure some people cross shopped it. It was never a direct competitor nor a threat to the 3 or IS. The TL is the car that has always been in the price range and comparisons vs the 3/IS (even if the size is larger, just like a CTS or G35/37)/.
The 3 series and IS have;
I-6/V-6
V-8
coupes
convertibles
M/F
M sport/F sport OEM parts
RWD
AWD
The TSX is only a sedan, only FWD much cheaper in price and finally offers a V-6 option.
Apples to oranges.
Again this is no diss to it. It is a good car and owners seem to love it.
bmw produces and sales I4 3-series in places other than U.S. in fact, i have no doubt they sale more 4 cylinder 3-series than all other engine choices combined.
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February Combined Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac Sales Up 32 Percent
DETROIT, March 2 /PRNewswire/ --
* Combined Retail Sales for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac Increase 7 percent
* Fifth Consecutive Month of Year-over-Year Retail Sales Gains for GM’s Four Brands
* Combined Chevy Equinox, GMC Terrain, Cadillac SRX Retail Sales Up 198 Percent
Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealers in the U.S. reported sales of 138,849, up a combined 32 percent compared to February 2009. These results were driven by the continued strong growth of new GM crossovers and passenger cars.
GM’s Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac brands continue to build momentum in the marketplace, according to Susan Docherty, GM vice president, Sales, Service and Marketing. “Although we’ve been operating as a new company with four brands for just seven months, our February results demonstrate that our long-term plan is already paying dividends,” Docherty said.
Retail sales for GM’s four brands were up 7 percent for the month, driven by strong consumer demand for GM’s crossovers. February retail sales of GM’s newest crossovers – Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain and Cadillac SRX – were up 198 percent compared to the vehicles they replaced. This was the seventh month in a row that retail sales of these vehicles were up more than 100 percent.
“We’ll earn every sale by delivering the value customers expect, in the vehicle they want,” said Docherty. “Our sales results for the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain and Cadillac SRX show these vehicles have what customers are looking for today – style, fuel efficiency, quality and the safety and security of OnStar.”
Month-end dealer inventory in the U.S. stood at 420,000, which is 30,000 higher compared to January 2010, and 361,000 lower than February 2009.
Other Key Facts:
* Chevrolet: total sales up 32 percent; retail sales up 1 percent; Chevrolet Equinox retail sales increased 121 percent
* Buick: total sales up 47 percent; retail sales up 18 percent; Buick LaCrosse retail sales rose 100 percent
* GMC: total sales up 26 percent; retail sales up 25 percent; GMC Terrain retail sales were up 303 percent (compared to the Pontiac Torrent – the vehicle it replaced)
* Cadillac: total sales up 32 percent; retail sales up 13 percent; Cadillac SRX retail sales were up 490 percent
About General Motors: General Motors, one of the world’s largest automakers, traces its roots back to 1908. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 204,000 people in every major region of the world and does business in some 140 countries. GM and its strategic partners produce cars and trucks in 34 countries, and sell and service these vehicles through the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Opel, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. General Motors acquired operations from General Motors Corporation on July 10, 2009, and references to prior periods in this and other press materials refer to operations of the old General Motors Corporation. More information on the new General Motors can be found at www.gm.com.
February Combined Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac Sales Up 32 Percent
DETROIT, March 2 /PRNewswire/ --
* Combined Retail Sales for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac Increase 7 percent
* Fifth Consecutive Month of Year-over-Year Retail Sales Gains for GM’s Four Brands
* Combined Chevy Equinox, GMC Terrain, Cadillac SRX Retail Sales Up 198 Percent
Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealers in the U.S. reported sales of 138,849, up a combined 32 percent compared to February 2009. These results were driven by the continued strong growth of new GM crossovers and passenger cars.
GM’s Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac brands continue to build momentum in the marketplace, according to Susan Docherty, GM vice president, Sales, Service and Marketing. “Although we’ve been operating as a new company with four brands for just seven months, our February results demonstrate that our long-term plan is already paying dividends,” Docherty said.
Retail sales for GM’s four brands were up 7 percent for the month, driven by strong consumer demand for GM’s crossovers. February retail sales of GM’s newest crossovers – Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain and Cadillac SRX – were up 198 percent compared to the vehicles they replaced. This was the seventh month in a row that retail sales of these vehicles were up more than 100 percent.
“We’ll earn every sale by delivering the value customers expect, in the vehicle they want,” said Docherty. “Our sales results for the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain and Cadillac SRX show these vehicles have what customers are looking for today – style, fuel efficiency, quality and the safety and security of OnStar.”
Month-end dealer inventory in the U.S. stood at 420,000, which is 30,000 higher compared to January 2010, and 361,000 lower than February 2009.
Other Key Facts:
* Chevrolet: total sales up 32 percent; retail sales up 1 percent; Chevrolet Equinox retail sales increased 121 percent
* Buick: total sales up 47 percent; retail sales up 18 percent; Buick LaCrosse retail sales rose 100 percent
* GMC: total sales up 26 percent; retail sales up 25 percent; GMC Terrain retail sales were up 303 percent (compared to the Pontiac Torrent – the vehicle it replaced)
* Cadillac: total sales up 32 percent; retail sales up 13 percent; Cadillac SRX retail sales were up 490 percent
About General Motors: General Motors, one of the world’s largest automakers, traces its roots back to 1908. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 204,000 people in every major region of the world and does business in some 140 countries. GM and its strategic partners produce cars and trucks in 34 countries, and sell and service these vehicles through the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Opel, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. General Motors acquired operations from General Motors Corporation on July 10, 2009, and references to prior periods in this and other press materials refer to operations of the old General Motors Corporation. More information on the new General Motors can be found at www.gm.com.
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GM U.S. Deliveries for February 2010 - Divisional Brand Level
*S/D Curr: 24 February
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%Chg
% Chg per
*S/D Prev: 24 2010 2009 Volume S/D
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Vehicle Total 141,951 127,296 11.5 11.5
Brand Total 138,849 104,993 32.2 32.2
Other Brand Total 3,102 22,303 -86.1 -86.1
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GM Vehicle Deliveries by
Marketing Division
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%Chg
%Chg per
2010 2009 Volume S/D
---- ---- ------ ---
Buick Total 9,121 6,196 47.2 47.2
Cadillac Total 9,273 7,038 31.8 31.8
Chevrolet Total ** 99,999 75,555 32.4 32.4
GMC Total ** 20,456 16,204 26.2 26.2
Brand Total 138,849 104,993 32.2 32.2
HUMMER Total 296 1,053 -71.9 -71.9
Pontiac Total 84 14,200 -99.4 -99.4
Saab Total 97 712 -86.4 -86.4
Saturn Total 2,625 6,338 -58.6 -58.6
Other Brand Total 3,102 22,303 -86.1 -86.1
----- ------ ----- -----
GM Vehicle Total 141,951 127,296 11.5 11.5
------- ------- ---- ----
(Calendar Year-to-Date)
January - February
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%Chg
*S/D Prev: 24 2010 2009 Volume
------------- ---- ---- ------
Vehicle Total 288,776 256,523 12.6
Brand Total 283,947 216,767 31.0
Other Brand Total 4,829 39,756 -87.9
----- ------ -----
GM Vehicle Deliveries by
Marketing Division
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%Chg
2010 2009 Volume
---- ---- ------
Buick Total 19,182 13,165 45.7
Cadillac Total 17,713 15,537 14.0
Chevrolet Total ** 205,293 152,741 34.4
GMC Total ** 41,759 35,324 18.2
Brand Total 283,947 216,767 31.0
HUMMER Total 561 2,275 -75.3
Pontiac Total 473 23,304 -98.0
Saab Total 608 1,667 -63.5
Saturn Total 3,187 12,510 -74.5
Other Brand Total 4,829 39,756 -87.9
----- ------ -----
GM Vehicle Total 288,776 256,523 12.6
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* Twenty-four selling days (S/D) for the February period this year
and twenty-four for last year.
** Effective August 2007, GM includes GMC & Chevrolet dealer deliveries
of commercial vehicles distributed by American Isuzu Motors, Inc.
GM U.S. Deliveries for February 2010 by Model
February
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% Chg %Chg per
2010 2009 Volume S/D
---- ---- ------ ---
Selling Days (S/D) 24 24
------------------ --- ---
Enclave 3,778 3,366 12.2 12.2
LaCrosse 4,045 1,536 163.3 163.3
Lucerne 1,298 1,289 0.7 0.7
Rainier 0 0 ***.* ***.*
Terraza 0 5 ***.* ***.*
Buick Total 9,121 6,196 47.2 47.2
----- ----- ---- ----
CTS 2,690 3,259 -17.5 -17.5
DTS 611 982 -37.8 -37.8
Escalade 1,418 1,238 14.5 14.5
Escalade ESV 552 416 32.7 32.7
Escalade EXT 102 166 -38.6 -38.6
SRX 3,542 552 541.7 541.7
STS 332 357 -7.0 -7.0
XLR 26 68 -61.8 -61.8
Cadillac Total 9,273 7,038 31.8 31.8
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Avalanche 1,029 820 25.5 25.5
Aveo 2,062 1,564 31.8 31.8
Camaro 6,482 0 ***.* ***.*
Chevy C/T Series 0 2 ***.* ***.*
Chevy W Series 30 48 -37.5 -37.5
Cobalt 14,101 8,317 69.5 69.5
Colorado 1,247 1,685 -26.0 -26.0
Corvette 624 1,027 -39.2 -39.2
Equinox 8,061 3,462 132.8 132.8
Express 3,899 2,918 33.6 33.6
HHR 4,658 2,557 82.2 82.2
Impala 11,740 7,807 50.4 50.4
Kodiak 4/5 Series 155 385 -59.7 -59.7
Kodiak 6/7/8 Series 17 95 -82.1 -82.1
Malibu 15,150 11,516 31.6 31.6
Monte Carlo 0 3 ***.* ***.*
Silverado-C/K
Pickup 19,822 19,788 0.2 0.2
Suburban (Chevy) 1,680 1,451 15.8 15.8
Tahoe 3,325 4,490 -25.9 -25.9
TrailBlazer 22 1,040 -97.9 -97.9
Traverse 5,882 6,417 -8.3 -8.3
Uplander 13 163 -92.0 -92.0
Chevrolet Total 99,999 75,555 32.4 32.4
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Acadia 6,478 4,758 36.1 36.1
Canyon 510 553 -7.8 -7.8
Envoy 6 545 -98.9 -98.9
GMC C/T Series 21 36 -41.7 -41.7
GMC W Series 27 76 -64.5 -64.5
Savana 720 787 -8.5 -8.5
Sierra 6,296 6,400 -1.6 -1.6
Terrain 3,789 2 ***.* ***.*
Topkick 4/5 Series 125 208 -39.9 -39.9
Topkick 6/7/8
Series 41 276 -85.1 -85.1
Yukon 1,261 1,826 -30.9 -30.9
Yukon XL 1,182 737 60.4 60.4
GMC Total 20,456 16,204 26.2 26.2
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Brand Total 138,849 104,993 32.2 32.2
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HUMMER Total 296 1,053 -71.9 -71.9
--- ----- ----- -----
Pontiac Total 84 14,200 -99.4 -99.4
--- ------ ----- -----
Saab Total 97 712 -86.4 -86.4
--- --- ----- -----
Saturn Total 2,625 6,338 -58.6 -58.6
----- ----- ----- -----
Other Brand Total 3,102 22,303 -86.1 -86.1
----- ------ ----- -----
GM Total 141,951 127,296 11.5 11.5
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(Calendar Year-to-Date)
January - February
2010 2009 %Chg Volume
---- ---- -----------
Selling Days (S/D)
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Enclave 7,853 6,078 29.2
LaCrosse 8,291 3,025 174.1
Lucerne 3,038 4,048 -25.0
Rainier 0 3 ***.*
Terraza 0 11 ***.*
Buick Total 19,182 13,165 45.7
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CTS 5,255 6,677 -21.3
DTS 1,229 2,344 -47.6
Escalade 2,655 2,591 2.5
Escalade ESV 948 1,088 -12.9
Escalade EXT 223 501 -55.5
SRX 6,776 1,440 370.6
STS 565 770 -26.6
XLR 62 126 -50.8
Cadillac Total 17,713 15,537 14.0
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Avalanche 2,401 2,301 4.3
Aveo 4,105 3,159 29.9
Camaro 11,853 0 ***.*
Chevy C/T Series 1 7 -85.7
Chevy W Series 67 143 -53.1
Cobalt 27,063 13,508 100.3
Colorado 3,186 5,096 -37.5
Corvette 1,478 1,869 -20.9
Equinox 17,574 8,865 98.2
Express 6,661 5,636 18.2
HHR 10,110 4,257 137.5
Impala 22,679 14,867 52.5
Kodiak 4/5 Series 293 731 -59.9
Kodiak 6/7/8 Series 36 191 -81.2
Malibu 31,589 20,828 51.7
Monte Carlo 0 3 ***.*
Silverado-C/K
Pickup 42,594 43,775 -2.7
Suburban (Chevy) 3,995 3,589 11.3
Tahoe 7,881 8,339 -5.5
TrailBlazer 88 3,501 -97.5
Traverse 11,606 11,632 -0.2
Uplander 33 444 -92.6
Chevrolet Total 205,293 152,741 34.4
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Acadia 11,938 7,991 49.4
Canyon 1,210 1,731 -30.1
Envoy 34 1,487 -97.7
GMC C/T Series 29 61 -52.5
GMC W Series 105 232 -54.7
Savana 1,222 2,007 -39.1
Sierra 13,567 14,420 -5.9
Terrain 8,091 2 ***.*
Topkick 4/5 Series 315 426 -26.1
Topkick 6/7/8
Series 80 364 -78.0
Yukon 2,764 4,089 -32.4
Yukon XL 2,404 2,514 -4.4
GMC Total 41,759 35,324 18.2
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Brand Total 283,947 216,767 31.0
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HUMMER Total 561 2,275 -75.3
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Pontiac Total 473 23,304 -98.0
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Saab Total 608 1,667 -63.5
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Saturn Total 3,187 12,510 -74.5
----- ------ -----
Other Brand Total 4,829 39,756 -87.9
----- ------ -----
GM Total 288,776 256,523 12.6
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WINDSOR, ON, Mar 2, 2010 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) --
http://news.tradingcharts.com/future...136126530.html
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- Total sales up 17 per cent
- Minivans soar 47 per cent
- Ram pickup rockets to 3,001 units
- Best February ever for Dodge Journey
- Jeep Wrangler grows 66 per cent
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Chrysler Canada today announced total sales of 14,045 for the month of February 2010 (2009: 12,015), an increase of 17 per cent compared with February 2009. Strong traffic at the company's dealerships drove sales at the retail level to an increase of 23 per cent, underscoring the enthusiastic response to our current product lineup among Canadian consumers.
"The Olympic athletes were not the only ones who were going for the gold in February," said Reid Bigland, President and CEO of Chrysler Canada. "Our retail sales were up over 20 per cent for the third month running, and we won't rest till we are at the top of the podium again."
Sales Highlights
The Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country continued their drive to domination with combined sales of 4,415 units, an increase of 47 per cent over last year. February marks the seventh consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains for the company's minivans. These vehicles continue to overwhelm not only the minivan segment, where they have an astounding 85 per cent market share, but products from other segments as well. The Dodge Grand Caravan was the No. 2 selling nameplate in the country, easily overcoming rivals in the SUV segment, the crossover segment, and the small car segment.
Sales of the Ram pickup surged 88 per cent in February over the same month last year, with 3,001 units sold (2009: 1,594 units) The Ram was Canada's No. 5 selling nameplate in February, making Chrysler Canada the only automaker to have two of the top five selling vehicles in the country.
Canada's No. 1 selling crossover, the Dodge Journey, had its best February ever, with sales of 1,449 units, up 53 per cent over February 2009.
Jeep(R) brand vehicles experienced another strong sales month, led by an outstanding performance for the Jeep Wrangler. The Jeep Wrangler posted a 66 per cent increase year-over-year on sales of 670 units.
March Incentive Program
Chrysler Canada is celebrating the arrival of spring with a special "Spring into Drive Event" from March 2 - 31. This one-month exclusive program includes special dealer events from coast-to-coast across Canada.
When customers visit one of our 440 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram dealerships in the month of March, they will now be entitled to an exclusive $500 in "Spring into Drive Bonus Cash" on top of all other retail programs on nearly every 2010 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicle.
In addition, Chrysler Canada continues to offer the most compelling purchase finance options in the industry, which are combinable with all retail discounts. These financing options include the industry-first variable prime rate of 2.25 per cent up to 84 months or zero per cent up to 36 months on nearly every 2010 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram product.
Also, only for the month of March, Canadians can receive up to $1,000 in "No-Charge" equipment on 2010 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - named 4x4 of the Decade by Four Wheeler magazine; 2010 Ram 1500 - an Automobile Magazine "All Star"; and 2010 Jeep Liberty, featuring the industry-exclusive Sky Slider(TM) roof.
Here are a few of the "No Charge" opportunities on these three vehicles:
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- 2010 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited: Get $1,000 of
"No-Charge Options," allowing you to customize your Jeep vehicle with
equipment such as the 32-inch Tire & Wheel Group, the Freedom Top(R)
modular hard top, SIRIUS Satellite Radio with six Infinity(R)
speakers and subwoofer, or the Mopar(R) Chrome Edition Group.
- 2010 Ram 1500: Get a "No-Charge" SXT Package, including chrome
wheels; bright grille and bumpers; SIRIUS Satellite Radio with
12-month free subscription; speed control, premium cloth 40/20/40
front seat and more. Or customers can choose a "No-Charge"
class-leading 390-horsepower HEMI(R) engine on the SLT, Sport or
Laramie models.
- 2010 Jeep Liberty: customers can select a "No Charge" North Edition
or Renegade model, featuring Selec-Trac II(R) active full-time
four-wheel-drive system; Skid Plate Group; unique aluminum wheels
with all-terrain tires; premium cloth seats; leather-wrapped steering
wheel and shifter; and much more.
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About Chrysler Canada
Founded as the Chrysler Corporation in 1925, Chrysler Canada Inc. is based in Windsor, Ontario, and celebrates its 85th anniversary in 2010. Chrysler Canada is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chrysler Group LLC, one of the world's leading automotive companies. Chrysler Canada's product lineup features some of the world's most recognizable vehicles, including the Dodge Grand Caravan, Jeep(R) Wrangler and Chrysler 300.
Additional information and news from Chrysler is available at http://www.media.chrysler.com.
SOURCE: Chrysler Canada Inc.
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- Total sales up 17 per cent
- Minivans soar 47 per cent
- Ram pickup rockets to 3,001 units
- Best February ever for Dodge Journey
- Jeep Wrangler grows 66 per cent
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Chrysler Canada today announced total sales of 14,045 for the month of February 2010 (2009: 12,015), an increase of 17 per cent compared with February 2009. Strong traffic at the company's dealerships drove sales at the retail level to an increase of 23 per cent, underscoring the enthusiastic response to our current product lineup among Canadian consumers.
"The Olympic athletes were not the only ones who were going for the gold in February," said Reid Bigland, President and CEO of Chrysler Canada. "Our retail sales were up over 20 per cent for the third month running, and we won't rest till we are at the top of the podium again."
Sales Highlights
The Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country continued their drive to domination with combined sales of 4,415 units, an increase of 47 per cent over last year. February marks the seventh consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains for the company's minivans. These vehicles continue to overwhelm not only the minivan segment, where they have an astounding 85 per cent market share, but products from other segments as well. The Dodge Grand Caravan was the No. 2 selling nameplate in the country, easily overcoming rivals in the SUV segment, the crossover segment, and the small car segment.
Sales of the Ram pickup surged 88 per cent in February over the same month last year, with 3,001 units sold (2009: 1,594 units) The Ram was Canada's No. 5 selling nameplate in February, making Chrysler Canada the only automaker to have two of the top five selling vehicles in the country.
Canada's No. 1 selling crossover, the Dodge Journey, had its best February ever, with sales of 1,449 units, up 53 per cent over February 2009.
Jeep(R) brand vehicles experienced another strong sales month, led by an outstanding performance for the Jeep Wrangler. The Jeep Wrangler posted a 66 per cent increase year-over-year on sales of 670 units.
March Incentive Program
Chrysler Canada is celebrating the arrival of spring with a special "Spring into Drive Event" from March 2 - 31. This one-month exclusive program includes special dealer events from coast-to-coast across Canada.
When customers visit one of our 440 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram dealerships in the month of March, they will now be entitled to an exclusive $500 in "Spring into Drive Bonus Cash" on top of all other retail programs on nearly every 2010 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicle.
In addition, Chrysler Canada continues to offer the most compelling purchase finance options in the industry, which are combinable with all retail discounts. These financing options include the industry-first variable prime rate of 2.25 per cent up to 84 months or zero per cent up to 36 months on nearly every 2010 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram product.
Also, only for the month of March, Canadians can receive up to $1,000 in "No-Charge" equipment on 2010 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - named 4x4 of the Decade by Four Wheeler magazine; 2010 Ram 1500 - an Automobile Magazine "All Star"; and 2010 Jeep Liberty, featuring the industry-exclusive Sky Slider(TM) roof.
Here are a few of the "No Charge" opportunities on these three vehicles:
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- 2010 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited: Get $1,000 of
"No-Charge Options," allowing you to customize your Jeep vehicle with
equipment such as the 32-inch Tire & Wheel Group, the Freedom Top(R)
modular hard top, SIRIUS Satellite Radio with six Infinity(R)
speakers and subwoofer, or the Mopar(R) Chrome Edition Group.
- 2010 Ram 1500: Get a "No-Charge" SXT Package, including chrome
wheels; bright grille and bumpers; SIRIUS Satellite Radio with
12-month free subscription; speed control, premium cloth 40/20/40
front seat and more. Or customers can choose a "No-Charge"
class-leading 390-horsepower HEMI(R) engine on the SLT, Sport or
Laramie models.
- 2010 Jeep Liberty: customers can select a "No Charge" North Edition
or Renegade model, featuring Selec-Trac II(R) active full-time
four-wheel-drive system; Skid Plate Group; unique aluminum wheels
with all-terrain tires; premium cloth seats; leather-wrapped steering
wheel and shifter; and much more.
>>
About Chrysler Canada
Founded as the Chrysler Corporation in 1925, Chrysler Canada Inc. is based in Windsor, Ontario, and celebrates its 85th anniversary in 2010. Chrysler Canada is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chrysler Group LLC, one of the world's leading automotive companies. Chrysler Canada's product lineup features some of the world's most recognizable vehicles, including the Dodge Grand Caravan, Jeep(R) Wrangler and Chrysler 300.
Additional information and news from Chrysler is available at http://www.media.chrysler.com.
SOURCE: Chrysler Canada Inc.
03-02-10, 12:26 PM
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The compiled chart is for USA sales, not worldwide. I am well aware of the different models BMW offers in Europe (others and worldwide), including 40 or so variations of the 3 series.
03-02-10, 12:28 PM
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Hyundai Motor America Reports February 2010 Sales
Posted : Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:24:51 GMT
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FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced February sales of 34,004 units, up 11 percent versus February 2009 and the same amount over January of this year. This marks the fourteenth consecutive month of year-over-year retail market share gains for Hyundai and our best retail share performance since the government?s ?Cash-for-Clunkers? program in August 2009.
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?Even though February is the shortest month of the year, the list of highlights for Hyundai is long,? said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America?s vice president of national sales. ?Our sales gains in February were driven by strong consumer response to new products like the Tucson, which was up 102 percent, and the all-new U.S.-built Sonata, which was just launched this month and has already driven a 58 percent sales increase. For the Hyundai brand as a whole, consumer retail sales were up 21 percent while incentive spending was down more than 30 percent. We?re excited about the momentum we?re carrying into March.?
Zuchowski explained that February was a strong month for both Hyundai and the industry especially taking into account the adverse weather conditions in much of the country.
?While all of our sales regions showed year-over-year retail increases, bad weather definitely limited car shopping in our Eastern and Central regions, which accounts for about half our overall volume,? he added.? ?In our Southern, South Central and Western regions, we saw retail sales increases of 39, 50 and 28 percent, respectively, which bodes well for a strong spring selling season for Hyundai and the entire industry.?
In addition to the early success of Sonata and Tucson, the freshened Santa Fe with a 52 percent increase, Genesis with a 39 percent increase, and Accent with a 22 percent rise, all registered significant growth over the same period one year ago.
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
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 almost 800 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program which now includes the 5-year/60,000 mile fully transferable bumper-to-bumper warranty, Hyundai?s 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty and 5-year complimentary Roadside Assistance in addition to the highly acclaimed vehicle return policy introduced in early 2009. For more details on Hyundai Assurance, please visit www.HyundaiAssurance.com.
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FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced February sales of 34,004 units, up 11 percent versus February 2009 and the same amount over January of this year. This marks the fourteenth consecutive month of year-over-year retail market share gains for Hyundai and our best retail share performance since the government?s ?Cash-for-Clunkers? program in August 2009.
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/...01/HYUNDAILOGO)
?Even though February is the shortest month of the year, the list of highlights for Hyundai is long,? said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America?s vice president of national sales. ?Our sales gains in February were driven by strong consumer response to new products like the Tucson, which was up 102 percent, and the all-new U.S.-built Sonata, which was just launched this month and has already driven a 58 percent sales increase. For the Hyundai brand as a whole, consumer retail sales were up 21 percent while incentive spending was down more than 30 percent. We?re excited about the momentum we?re carrying into March.?
Zuchowski explained that February was a strong month for both Hyundai and the industry especially taking into account the adverse weather conditions in much of the country.
?While all of our sales regions showed year-over-year retail increases, bad weather definitely limited car shopping in our Eastern and Central regions, which accounts for about half our overall volume,? he added.? ?In our Southern, South Central and Western regions, we saw retail sales increases of 39, 50 and 28 percent, respectively, which bodes well for a strong spring selling season for Hyundai and the entire industry.?
In addition to the early success of Sonata and Tucson, the freshened Santa Fe with a 52 percent increase, Genesis with a 39 percent increase, and Accent with a 22 percent rise, all registered significant growth over the same period one year ago.
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
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 almost 800 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program which now includes the 5-year/60,000 mile fully transferable bumper-to-bumper warranty, Hyundai?s 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty and 5-year complimentary Roadside Assistance in addition to the highly acclaimed vehicle return policy introduced in early 2009. For more details on Hyundai Assurance, please visit www.HyundaiAssurance.com.
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CARLINE FEB/2010 FEB/2009 CY/2010 CY/2009
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ACCENT 5,308 4,334 11,055 7,894
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SONATA 7,506 4,743 12,812 13,251
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ELANTRA 7,966 8,978 15,656 12,285
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TIBURON 0 629 0 1,019
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SANTA FE 7,964 5,223 15,168 10,247
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AZERA 204 322 473 616
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TUCSON 2,741 1,358 4,957 2,332
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ENTOURAGE 0 2,490 0 2,712
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VERACRUZ 553 1,281 954 2,458
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GENESIS 1,762 1,263 3,432 2,319
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TOTAL 34,004 30,621 64,507 55,133
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03-02-10, 12:46 PM
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February 2010 YTD
BMW 15,100 28,263
MB 14,870 30,028
Lexus 13,787 29,304
Wow, I'm shocked that sales for Lexus outperformed estimates and actually rose; yes it still was not as high as others, but the results beat Truecar.com's forecast by 2,000 units.
February 2010 YTD
BMW 15,100 28,263
MB 14,870 30,028
Lexus 13,787 29,304
Wow, I'm shocked that sales for Lexus outperformed estimates and actually rose; yes it still was not as high as others, but the results beat Truecar.com's forecast by 2,000 units.
03-02-10, 01:09 PM
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Reading news reports - apperantly Toyota sales "plummeted"... you guys have must change d the meaning of the world since I was last time there ;-).
I would guess most articles were prepared before because some analysts expected Toyota to sell less than 80k cars...
I would guess most articles were prepared before because some analysts expected Toyota to sell less than 80k cars...
03-02-10, 01:10 PM
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Mitsubishi Motors Reports February Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today announced February 2010 sales of 4,019, a slight decrease (1 percent) from January sales.
"The gain in sales for many of our models validates the tactics and programs we have implemented, said Shinichi Kurihara, president and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors North America. "While February's severe weather affected showroom traffic in some of our key sales regions, we feel we have maintained a positive momentum."
Sales for the past three months (December through February) increased more than 9 percent compared to the previous three month period (September through November).
"We intend to build upon this success to enjoy an improved sales increase next month," Kurihara added.
February highlights included:
* This was the largest single month for Lancer Sportback sales since last October 2009.
* This was the second best month for Lancer sales since August 2009.
* Outlander sales exceeded January by 18%
* Eclipse almost doubled the unit volume from January
* Galant sales improved by 42% over February 2009
* Endeavor sales were up 162% compared to February 2009
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, and marketing operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a network of approximately 420 dealers. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.
Mitsubishi Motors Reports February Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today announced February 2010 sales of 4,019, a slight decrease (1 percent) from January sales.
"The gain in sales for many of our models validates the tactics and programs we have implemented, said Shinichi Kurihara, president and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors North America. "While February's severe weather affected showroom traffic in some of our key sales regions, we feel we have maintained a positive momentum."
Sales for the past three months (December through February) increased more than 9 percent compared to the previous three month period (September through November).
"We intend to build upon this success to enjoy an improved sales increase next month," Kurihara added.
February highlights included:
* This was the largest single month for Lancer Sportback sales since last October 2009.
* This was the second best month for Lancer sales since August 2009.
* Outlander sales exceeded January by 18%
* Eclipse almost doubled the unit volume from January
* Galant sales improved by 42% over February 2009
* Endeavor sales were up 162% compared to February 2009
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, and marketing operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a network of approximately 420 dealers. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.
03-02-10, 01:13 PM
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Mercedes-Benz Reports February Sales Of 15,385
Sales Up 8.4% for the Month and 24% Year-to-Date
MONTVALE, N.J., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported February sales of 15,385 vehicles, an 8.4% improvement over February 2009 and a 24 percent increase on a year-to-date basis.
A key contributor to the February performance was the sporty C-Class – the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger and first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers – leading the pack with sales of 4,245, up 6.4% over February 2009. The new 9th generation E-Class continued its strong momentum with sales of 4,043 - up 92.2% over February 2009. MBUSA's versatile, compact SUV – the GLK – followed in volume with sales of 2,126, up 10.8% compared to February 2009.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 30,543 new vehicles, up 24% when compared to the same time last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 6,153 vehicles in February; a 6.2% month-to-date increase, when compared to February 2009 (sales of 5,795 vehicles). On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 12,382 vehicles, a decrease of 1.3% over the comparable period (with sales of 12,548).
About Mercedes-Benz USA
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse line-up in the luxury segment with 12 model lines ranging from the sporty C-Class to the flagship S-Class sedans and CL coupes.
MBUSA is also responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans in the US. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at www.mbusa.com, www.maybachusa.com and www.mbsprinterusa.com.
Mercedes-Benz Reports February Sales Of 15,385
Sales Up 8.4% for the Month and 24% Year-to-Date
MONTVALE, N.J., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported February sales of 15,385 vehicles, an 8.4% improvement over February 2009 and a 24 percent increase on a year-to-date basis.
A key contributor to the February performance was the sporty C-Class – the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger and first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers – leading the pack with sales of 4,245, up 6.4% over February 2009. The new 9th generation E-Class continued its strong momentum with sales of 4,043 - up 92.2% over February 2009. MBUSA's versatile, compact SUV – the GLK – followed in volume with sales of 2,126, up 10.8% compared to February 2009.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 30,543 new vehicles, up 24% when compared to the same time last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 6,153 vehicles in February; a 6.2% month-to-date increase, when compared to February 2009 (sales of 5,795 vehicles). On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 12,382 vehicles, a decrease of 1.3% over the comparable period (with sales of 12,548).
About Mercedes-Benz USA
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse line-up in the luxury segment with 12 model lines ranging from the sporty C-Class to the flagship S-Class sedans and CL coupes.
MBUSA is also responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans in the US. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at www.mbusa.com, www.maybachusa.com and www.mbsprinterusa.com.
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Sales -- February 2010
Mercedes-Benz YTD YTD
Passenger Vehicles Feb '10 Feb '09 Monthly % 2010 2009 Yearly %
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C-CLASS 4,245 3,990 6.4% 8,273 7,022 17.8%
E-CLASS 4,043 2,104 92.2% 7,867 3,872 103.2%
S-CLASS 715 985 -27.4% 1,527 1,501 1.7%
CL-CLASS 77 232 -66.8% 139 332 -58.1%
SL-CLASS 104 462 -77.5% 346 595 -41.8%
CLK-CLASS 204 1,134 -82.0% 564 1,735 -67.5%
SLK-CLASS 61 282 -78.4% 161 454 -64.5%
CLS-CLASS 68 455 -85.1% 179 661 -72.9%
R-CLASS 139 305 -54.4% 295 547 -46.1%
M-CLASS 1,655 1,353 22.3% 3,582 2,708 32.3%
G-CLASS 65 39 66.7% 137 97 41.2%
GL-CLASS 1,368 940 45.5% 2,593 1,890 37.2%
GLK-CLASS 2,126 1,918 10.8% 3,929 3,218 22.1%
TOTAL 14,870 14,199 4.7% 29,592 24,632 20.1%
*SPRINTER 515 - - 951 - -
MBUSA YTD YTD
Combined Total Feb '10 Feb '09 Monthly % 2010 2009 Yearly %
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GRAND TOTAL 15,385 14,199 8.4% 30,543 24,632 24.0%
03-02-10, 01:27 PM
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Chrysler Group LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru February 2010
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Month Sales Vol % Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
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Sebring 3,160 1,448 118% 6,753 3,391 99%
300 4,487 2,778 62% 6,141 5,028 22%
Crossfire 0 52 -100% 0 95 -100%
PT Cruiser 627 1,218 -49% 1,268 2,165 -41%
Aspen 2 1,582 -100% 26 2,468 -99%
Pacifica 0 342 -100% 0 666 -100%
Town & Country 8,649 8,099 7% 13,180 12,391 6%
CHRYSLER BRAND 16,925 15,519 9% 27,368 26,204 4%
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Compass 1,911 923 107% 3,155 1,742 81%
Patriot 2,986 2,161 38% 4,958 4,275 16%
Wrangler 5,967 9,088 -34% 10,855 15,450 -30%
Liberty 3,659 4,066 -10% 6,646 7,409 -10%
Grand Cherokee 6,614 4,725 40% 9,925 7,849 26%
Commander 2,202 978 125% 3,515 2,050 71%
JEEP BRAND 23,339 21,941 6% 39,054 38,775 1%
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Caliber 2,263 2,519 -10% 4,769 4,919 -3%
Avenger 3,442 1,931 78% 6,576 4,102 60%
Charger 10,363 6,703 55% 12,488 10,731 16%
Challenger 2,145 3,283 -35% 3,828 6,040 -37%
Viper 24 47 -49% 50 174 -71%
Magnum 0 24 -100% 0 51 -100%
Journey 4,139 4,615 -10% 8,929 7,707 16%
Caravan 9,390 9,003 4% 13,688 12,222 12%
Nitro 1,201 1,794 -33% 2,569 3,324 -23%
Durango 8 511 -98% 31 1,013 -97%
DODGE BRAND 32,975 30,430 8% 52,928 50,283 5%
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Dakota 891 1,334 -33% 1,885 2,793 -33%
Ram P/U 10,267 14,448 -29% 20,224 27,291 -26%
Sprinter 52 378 -86% 133 861 -85%
RAM BRAND 11,210 16,160 -31% 22,242 30,945 -28%
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TOTAL DODGE 44,185 46,590 -5% 75,170 81,228 -7%
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TOTAL CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC 84,449 84,050 0% 141,592 146,207 -3%
TOTAL CAR 25,884 18,786 38% 40,605 34,533 18%
TOTAL TRUCK 58,565 65,264 -10% 100,987 111,674 -10%
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Selling Days 24 24 48 50
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Volkswagen of America Announces February Sales
PRESS RELEASE: Volkswagen of America Announces February Sales
Volkswagen of America Announces February Sales
HERNDON, Va., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported February 2010 sales of 18,116 total units, representing a 32.6 percent increase over February 2009. With 2010 year-to-date sales of 36 135 total units, up 36.9 percent over the same period of 2009, the Volkswagen brand continued its strong start for 2010.
The practical Tiguan, which continues to gain greater market acceptance, showed an 18.6 percent month-over-month growth in sales during February, and with total Tiguan sales of 1,690 units it represented a 94 percent jump versus the same period in 2009. With more consumers placing greater emphasis on efficiency and sustainability, Volkswagen's line of clean diesel TDI models continued to perform extremely well.
Volkswagen's sixth generation GTI, honored as Automobile Magazine's 2010 Automobile of the Year, posted its best sales month since August of 2008 with sales of 1,278 units. The Passat sedan and wagon also enjoyed strong February sales, with 1,627 total units, representing their highest month of sales since December of 2008 and August of 2009 respectively.
"February marks Volkswagen's eighth consecutive month of sales growth, which can be attributed to our brand's full range of 13 different models " said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "Our newer models such as Tiguan, Routan, CC, and all-new GTI continue to gain awareness and consideration with consumers. Our no-charge Carefree Maintenance Program, which provides full vehicle maintenance coverage for the first three years or 36,000 miles of the vehicle's lifespan, is also resonating well with consumers and helping drive showroom traffic."
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Herndon Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Eos, Golf, New Beetle, New Beetle convertible, GTI, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Passat, Passat wagon, CC, Tiguan, Touareg and Routan through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. All 2010 Volkswagens come standard-equipped with Electronic Stabilization Program. This is important because the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has called ESC the most effective new vehicle safety technology since the safety belt. Visit Volkswagen of
America online at www.vw.com or www.media.vw.com to learn more.
PRESS RELEASE: Volkswagen of America Announces February Sales
Volkswagen of America Announces February Sales
HERNDON, Va., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported February 2010 sales of 18,116 total units, representing a 32.6 percent increase over February 2009. With 2010 year-to-date sales of 36 135 total units, up 36.9 percent over the same period of 2009, the Volkswagen brand continued its strong start for 2010.
The practical Tiguan, which continues to gain greater market acceptance, showed an 18.6 percent month-over-month growth in sales during February, and with total Tiguan sales of 1,690 units it represented a 94 percent jump versus the same period in 2009. With more consumers placing greater emphasis on efficiency and sustainability, Volkswagen's line of clean diesel TDI models continued to perform extremely well.
Volkswagen's sixth generation GTI, honored as Automobile Magazine's 2010 Automobile of the Year, posted its best sales month since August of 2008 with sales of 1,278 units. The Passat sedan and wagon also enjoyed strong February sales, with 1,627 total units, representing their highest month of sales since December of 2008 and August of 2009 respectively.
"February marks Volkswagen's eighth consecutive month of sales growth, which can be attributed to our brand's full range of 13 different models " said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "Our newer models such as Tiguan, Routan, CC, and all-new GTI continue to gain awareness and consideration with consumers. Our no-charge Carefree Maintenance Program, which provides full vehicle maintenance coverage for the first three years or 36,000 miles of the vehicle's lifespan, is also resonating well with consumers and helping drive showroom traffic."
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Herndon Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Eos, Golf, New Beetle, New Beetle convertible, GTI, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Passat, Passat wagon, CC, Tiguan, Touareg and Routan through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. All 2010 Volkswagens come standard-equipped with Electronic Stabilization Program. This is important because the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has called ESC the most effective new vehicle safety technology since the safety belt. Visit Volkswagen of
America online at www.vw.com or www.media.vw.com to learn more.
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February- February- Yr/Yr % February-10 February-09 Yr/Yr %
10 Actual 09 Actual change YTD Actual YTD Actual change
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Rabbit/Golf 810 666 21.6% 1,422 1,489 -4.5%
GTI A5/A6 1,278 479 166.8% 2,211 1,021 116.6%
R32 (1) 85 -101.2% (1) 120 -100.8%
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Total Rabbit/
Golf/GTI/R32 2,087 1,230 69.7% 3,632 2,630 38.1%
Jetta Sdn 6,430 5,199 23.7% 13,999 10,484 33.5%
SportWagen
A5/A6 1,398 784 78.3% 2,722 1,737 56.7%
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Total
Jetta 7,828 5,983 30.8% 16,721 12,221 36.8%
New Beetle
- Coupe 1,430 899 59.1% 3,373 1,472 129.1%
- Convertible 311 374 -16.8% 535 595 -10.1%
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Total New
Beetle 1,741 1,273 36.8% 3,908 2,067 89.1%
Eos 355 510 -30.4% 680 879 -22.6%
Passat Sdn 1,383 761 81.7% 1,967 1,701 15.6%
Wgn 244 211 15.6% 416 403 3.2%
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Total Passat 1,627 972 67.4% 2,383 2,104 13.3%
CC 1,383 1,808 -23.5% 3,274 2,880 13.7%
Tiguan 1,690 871 94.0% 3,114 1,633 90.7%
Touareg 285 510 -44.1% 599 824 -27.3%
Routan 1,120 503 122.7% 1,824 1,166 56.4%
TOTAL 18,116 13,660 32.6% 36,135 26,404 36.9%
03-02-10, 01:45 PM
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Canada..........they have GREAT taste. Acura is the only luxury brand down 
A great month for almost everyone in Canada!
Ford Motor Company: +51.1% to 17,910
Chrysler: +17.2% to 13,970
General Motors: +21.7% to 13,846
Toyota: +25.2% to 11,791
Hyundai: +23% to 8,502
Honda: +33.2% to 8,059
Mazda: +5.6% to 4,929
Nissan: -6.6% to 4,006
Kia: +35.1% to 3,001
Volkswagen: +63.9% to 2,821
Mercedes: +33.3% to 1,892
Subaru: +36.5% to 1,724
Mitsubishi: +7.2% to 1,558
BMW: +19.3% to 1,420
Lexus: +26.2% to 902
Audi: +38.1% to 866
Acura: -13.3% to 858
Suzuki: -3.8% to 700
Infiniti: +2.6% to 440
Volvo: +13.2% to 411
Mini: +30.4% to 193
Land Rover: +20% to 180
smart: -15.6% to 119
Porsche: -5.8% to 110
Jaguar: N/C at 35
Originally Posted by vrsexxy_GTI
A great month for almost everyone in Canada!
Ford Motor Company: +51.1% to 17,910
Chrysler: +17.2% to 13,970
General Motors: +21.7% to 13,846
Toyota: +25.2% to 11,791
Hyundai: +23% to 8,502
Honda: +33.2% to 8,059
Mazda: +5.6% to 4,929
Nissan: -6.6% to 4,006
Kia: +35.1% to 3,001
Volkswagen: +63.9% to 2,821
Mercedes: +33.3% to 1,892
Subaru: +36.5% to 1,724
Mitsubishi: +7.2% to 1,558
BMW: +19.3% to 1,420
Lexus: +26.2% to 902
Audi: +38.1% to 866
Acura: -13.3% to 858
Suzuki: -3.8% to 700
Infiniti: +2.6% to 440
Volvo: +13.2% to 411
Mini: +30.4% to 193
Land Rover: +20% to 180
smart: -15.6% to 119
Porsche: -5.8% to 110
Jaguar: N/C at 35
Last edited by LexFather; 03-02-10 at 05:45 PM.
