December 2012 Sales Thread
01-01-13, 11:53 AM
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December 2012 Sales Thread
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01-03-13, 06:36 AM
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Ford
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Ford Motor Company delivers U.S. sales gains across its lineup in 2012 – with cars up 5%, utilities up 7% and trucks up 2%
F-Series sales up 10% for year; now America’s best-selling pickup for 36 years and best-selling vehicle for 31 years
Ford commercial truck sales up 7% in 2012, marking the best sales year since 2008
December total company sales up 2% – with the strongest December since 2006
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 3, 2013 – Ford Motor Company’s U.S. sales grew across the board in 2012, with cars up 5%, utilities up 7%, and trucks up 2% for the year. Overall, the Ford brand ended 2012 with 2,168,015 vehicles sold – the only brand to top 2 million U.S. sales.F-Series sales up 10% for year; now America’s best-selling pickup for 36 years and best-selling vehicle for 31 years
Ford commercial truck sales up 7% in 2012, marking the best sales year since 2008
December total company sales up 2% – with the strongest December since 2006
“Ford finished 2012 strong, with retail sales showing improved strength as more customers returned to dealer showrooms,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Ford’s fuel-efficient cars and hybrid vehicles showed the most dramatic growth for the year, and we achieved our best year for commercial vehicle sales since 2008.”
Sales of Ford’s small cars were up 29% in 2012, with 316,006 vehicles sold, and overall car sales were up 5% in 2012, with 760,646 sold. Focus sales gained 40% during the year, and the all-new C-MAX continues its strong selling rate. In the 1st 4 months of sales, 13,309 C-MAX vehicles were sold, making it the fastest sales start of any hybrid vehicle in the industry.
Ford again became America’s best-selling brand of utility vehicles in 2012, with 619,470 vehicles sold. Escape broke its 2011 record sales levels with 261,008 vehicles sold, up 3 percent. Explorer gained 17% for the year, with 158,344 vehicles sold.
Ford trucks continued to dominate in 2012 – with F-Series America’s best-selling pickup for the 36th straight year and 31 consecutive years as America’s best-selling vehicle. Overall, 645,316 F-Series were sold, a 10% increase versus 2011. Total Ford brand truck sales – including Transit Connect and E-Series – were up 2% for the year at 829,477 vehicles sold.
Ford also remained America’s largest maker of commercial trucks for 28 years, posting a 7% increase in 2012. That marks Ford’s best year for commercial truck sales since 2008.
Last month, Ford delivered its best December sales results since 2006, with 214,222 vehicles sold – a 2% increase.
01-03-13, 07:15 AM
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Gm
General Motors Co.’s (NYSE: GM) U.S. dealers delivered the company’s highest December sales in 5 years, with deliveries up 5% year over year to 245,733 vehicles.
December was also GM’s best retail sales month of 2012. Retail volume was up 38% from November – about double the industry’s estimated increase. Incentive spending was competitive with industry-wide levels, according to J.D. Power PIN estimates, and remains below many Asian and domestic competitors.
“All 4 GM brands increased their sales year over year in December and we were strong across the board in cars, crossovers and pickup trucks,” said Kurt McNeil, vice president of U.S. sales operations. “We also achieved an important fuel economy milestone. In December, GM became the 1st U.S. automaker to sell more than 1 million vehicles in a single year that get an EPA-estimated 30 mpg or better on the highway.”
December Highlights
Total GM passenger car sales increased 14% compared with a year ago. Crossover sales were up 2% and sales of trucks, which include pickups, vans and SUVs, were equal to a year ago.
Compared with November, total car sales increased 18%, truck sales increased 52% and crossover sales increased 22% .
Combined mini, small and compact car sales were up 52 percent year over year driven by continued strong Buick Verano, Chevrolet Spark and Sonic sales; a 27% increase for the Chevrolet Cruze; and a 72% increase for the Chevrolet Volt.
Cadillac posted a double-digit year-over-year sales increase for the third consecutive month.
Cadillac passenger car sales increased 64% year over year as the all-new ATS and XTS continue to establish themselves in the luxury market.
Year-over-year sales of the Chevrolet Silverado increased 6% and sales of the GMC Sierra were up 13%. GM pickup sales were the highest since September 2008.
Compared with November, total car sales increased 18%, truck sales increased 52% and crossover sales increased 22% .
Combined mini, small and compact car sales were up 52 percent year over year driven by continued strong Buick Verano, Chevrolet Spark and Sonic sales; a 27% increase for the Chevrolet Cruze; and a 72% increase for the Chevrolet Volt.
Cadillac posted a double-digit year-over-year sales increase for the third consecutive month.
Cadillac passenger car sales increased 64% year over year as the all-new ATS and XTS continue to establish themselves in the luxury market.
Year-over-year sales of the Chevrolet Silverado increased 6% and sales of the GMC Sierra were up 13%. GM pickup sales were the highest since September 2008.
01-03-13, 08:35 AM
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Audi
Audi ends year with 24th consecutive month of record sales; all-time bests recorded across all regions, throughout model lineup
Audi today announced that 2012 was the best year, and that December 2012 was the best month, in its history of selling new vehicles in the U.S. market.
For the full year, Audi sold 139,310 new cars and SUVs to eclipse the previous sales record set a year earlier by 18.5%. Audi sales in the U.S. have increased 68.4% just since 2009.
December 2012 marked the first time Audi monthly sales have topped 13,000 units, with strong demand throughout the month pushing deliveries to 14,841 vehicles. That’s a 17.3% increase over the previous December sales record of 12,655 units in 2011. The most recent December also stands as the 24th consecutive month of record sales for Audi in the U.S. Audi began recording U.S. sales in February 1970.
“Audi is a brand with clear momentum across our model lineup and across all sectors of our operations in the U.S. market,” said Scott Keogh, President, Audi of America. “This is the result of a business model based on steady and sustainable growth plans set in motion on top of an unswerving commitment by Audi leadership to invest in new vehicles and new technologies year after year. We expect the Audi brand to continue its strong upward trajectory in the U.S. market this year.”
Last month, AUDI AG announced that despite global economic uncertainties it will invest $17 billion (13 billion euros) to develop new models, new technologies and to expand its global production capabilities through 2016.
The American market will remain a key engine of growth for Audi globally, and the strength of the brand in the U.S. was demonstrated in a wide array of measures in 2012:
• For December 2012, The Audi A8 and Audi A7 generated the best U.S. sales since the new-generation models arrived in the market. With strong demand for the Audi A6 and Audi Q7 full-sized SUV added in, Audi saw sales of its most premium models equal 32% of all Audi sales in 2012, up from 19% in 2009.
• The popular Audi Q5 crossover, the 2nd-best seller for the brand in 2012, produced the best monthly sales since the model’s introduction.
• Sales of Audi clean diesel A3 TDI and Q7 TDI models set a new record for the year. Audi announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November that it will add A8 TDI, A7 TDI, A6 TDI and Q5 TDI models in 2013.
• The U.S. finished as one of the strongest global markets for performance oriented S-models. The Audi S8, S7 and S6 models introduced last fall finished 2012 as some of the fastest selling vehicles available to American car buyers.
• Each of the 3 Audi U.S. regions – Eastern, Southern and Western – turned in record sales for the full year. For 2013, Audi is adding a Central region to maintain a steady level of service to customers and dealers as the brand grows.
• Sales in the biggest metropolitan markets – New York, Los Angeles, South Florida – achieved record levels in 2012.
• Last year was the 2nd-best year ever for Audi Certified pre-owned vehicle sales, overcoming limited supplies of available pre-owned vehicles. For the full year, 36,469 Audi CPO models were delivered to customers, down 2.1% from the record levels seen in 2011. December 2012 ranks as the 2nd-best December after December 2011.
• Sales mix for Audi S / RS performance models finished the month at 16% for the S4; 40.2% for the S5 coupe/ RS 5 coupe; 29.2% for the S5 Cabriolet; 6.2% for the S6; 12.6% for the S7; 14.7% for the S8; 29.5% for the TTS Roadster, and 57.6% for the TTS and TT RS coupe.
• The Audi allroad finished the month at 435 sales (in addition to two Audi A4 Avant sales), compared to 260 Audi A4 Avant sales in December 2011. For the year, allroad sales amounted to 3,115 units (in addition to 1,252 A4 Avant sales in 2012) compared to 3,505 A4 Avant sales in 2011. The Audi allroad went on sale in the summer of 2012.
• Audi A5 sales increased 23.5% compared to December 2011; YTD sales rose 12.3% compared to 2011.
• Sales of Audi A6 increased 1.1% compared to December 2011; 2012 sales rose 70.8% compared to 2011.
• Sales of Audi A8 increased to 900 units, up 32.7% compared to December 2011; YTD sales rose 5.3% compared to 2011.
• Sales of Audi Q5 increased 55.2% compared to December 2011; YTD sales rose 15.1% compared to 2011.
• Sales of Audi Q7 increased 62.5% compared to December 2011; YTD sales rose 22.3% compared to 2011.
• Sales mix for Audi TDI clean diesel models finished the month at 53.1% for the A3 TDI and 27.7% for Q7 TDI. Sales mix over all of 2012 for the A3 TDI stood at 53.4% and at 30.4% for the Q7 TDI.
• For the record-setting year, 3 Audi models recorded year-over-year sales increases of 20% or more – the A6, A7 and Q7.
ABOUT AUDI• The Audi allroad finished the month at 435 sales (in addition to two Audi A4 Avant sales), compared to 260 Audi A4 Avant sales in December 2011. For the year, allroad sales amounted to 3,115 units (in addition to 1,252 A4 Avant sales in 2012) compared to 3,505 A4 Avant sales in 2011. The Audi allroad went on sale in the summer of 2012.
• Audi A5 sales increased 23.5% compared to December 2011; YTD sales rose 12.3% compared to 2011.
• Sales of Audi A6 increased 1.1% compared to December 2011; 2012 sales rose 70.8% compared to 2011.
• Sales of Audi A8 increased to 900 units, up 32.7% compared to December 2011; YTD sales rose 5.3% compared to 2011.
• Sales of Audi Q5 increased 55.2% compared to December 2011; YTD sales rose 15.1% compared to 2011.
• Sales of Audi Q7 increased 62.5% compared to December 2011; YTD sales rose 22.3% compared to 2011.
• Sales mix for Audi TDI clean diesel models finished the month at 53.1% for the A3 TDI and 27.7% for Q7 TDI. Sales mix over all of 2012 for the A3 TDI stood at 53.4% and at 30.4% for the Q7 TDI.
• For the record-setting year, 3 Audi models recorded year-over-year sales increases of 20% or more – the A6, A7 and Q7.
Audi of America, Inc. and its U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. Audi was a top-performing luxury brand in Europe during 2011, and broke all-time company sales records in the U.S. Through 2016, AUDI AG will invest about $17 billion on new products and technologies. Visit www.audiusa.com or www.audiusanews.com for more information regarding Audi vehicle and business issues.
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AUDI US SNAPSHOT --YTD--
Model Line Dec. '12 Actual Dec. '11 Actual Yr/Yr % change Dec.'12 YTD Actual Dec. '11 YTD Actual Yr/Yr % change
A3 397 635 -37.5% 7,205 6,561 9.8%
A4/allroad 3,806 3,722 2.3% 38,530 35,234 9.4%
A5 1,572 1,273 23.5% 17,270 15,385 12.3%
A6 1,875 1,855 1.1% 18,998 11,124 70.8%
A7 926 887 4.4% 8,598 6,270 37.1%
A8 900 678 32.7% 6,002 5,700 5.3%
Audi Q5 3,626 2,337 55.2% 28,671 24,908 15.1%
Audi Q7 1,493 919 62.5% 11,008 8,998 22.3%
R8 51 133 -61.7% 802 1,145 -30%
TT 195 216 -9.7% 2,226 2,236 -0.4%
Total Audi Sales 14,841 12,655 17.3% 139,310 117,561 18.5%
Total CPO Sales 3,321 3,406 -2.5% 36,469 37,259 -2.1
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01-03-13, 08:42 AM
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Vw
- Company delivers over twice the volume sold in 2009, best calendar year since 1973 –
- December sales total 44,005 units, a 35.4 percent increase and the best December since 1970 –
• Brand achieves a 35.1 percent increase with 438,133 units delivered and 28 consecutive months of growth
• Chattanooga-built Passat, sold 117,023 units, its best year ever and a 413.7 percent increase versus 2011; 14,462 units in December
• Jetta Sedan sales total 13,102 units in December and 146,478 year-to-date
• 2012 Beetle achieved 3,182 units in December
• Golf up 15.9 percent, Tiguan up 22.1 percent and Touareg up 40.1 percent versus 2011.
• High-mileage, clean diesel TDI models account for 20.6 percent of sales in 2012 and 16.7 percent in December
Herndon, VA - Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported 438,133 units delivered in 2012, a 35.1 percent increase over prior year sales. December deliveries totaled 44,005, up 35.4 percent over 2011, marking the best December since 1970.- December sales total 44,005 units, a 35.4 percent increase and the best December since 1970 –
• Brand achieves a 35.1 percent increase with 438,133 units delivered and 28 consecutive months of growth
• Chattanooga-built Passat, sold 117,023 units, its best year ever and a 413.7 percent increase versus 2011; 14,462 units in December
• Jetta Sedan sales total 13,102 units in December and 146,478 year-to-date
• 2012 Beetle achieved 3,182 units in December
• Golf up 15.9 percent, Tiguan up 22.1 percent and Touareg up 40.1 percent versus 2011.
• High-mileage, clean diesel TDI models account for 20.6 percent of sales in 2012 and 16.7 percent in December
“2012 marked another successful year of growth for Volkswagen of America,” said Jonathan Browning, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. “The Volkswagen brand delivered another important step in our long-term growth plan. 2012 marked the third consecutive year of significant double-digit growth rates and we more than doubled our volume of 2009. With the addition of the all-new Jetta Turbo Hybrid, Beetle Convertible and our strong dealer network, we expect to continue to outpace the industry in 2013.”
The Chattanooga-built Volkswagen Passat, continues to demonstrate its strong appeal in the market with 14,462 units sold in December and 117,023 for the year, marking its best sales ever.
Jetta sedan sales totaled in 13,102 in December and 146,478 for the year, demonstrating that affordable German Engineering is a key selling point for the brand. The Jetta Turbo Hybrid, which received EPA ratings of 42 mpg city, 48 mpg highway for a combined mileage of 45 mpg, was added to the Jetta line-up in December.
The Beetle sold 29,174 units for the year and 3,182 for the month of December. Golf sales increased 15.9 percent for the year and 4.7 percent increase in December sales. The Tiguan sold 3,310 units in December and 31,731 units for the year marking its best December and year ever. The Touareg saw an increase in sales of 40.1 percent for the year and 26.1 percent for December. The only affordable four-door coupe, the Volkswagen CC, sold 2,196 units in December.
Volkswagen’s high-mileage, TDI® Clean Diesel models account for 20.6 percent of sales in 2012 and 16.7 percent in December.
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DECEMBER 2012 SALES
VW US SNAPSHOT --YTD--
Model Line Dec. '12 Actual Dec. '11 Actual Yr/Yr % change Dec. '12 YTD Actual Dec. '11 YTD Actual Yr/Yr % change
Golf 1,477 1,411 4.7% 20,677 17,839 15.9%
GTI 1,085 1,332 -18.5% 16,314 16,867 -3.3%
Golf R 292 N/A N/A 3,894 N/A N/A
Total Golf/GTI 2,854 2,743 4.0% 40,885 34,706 17.8%
Jetta 13,102 12,422 5.5% 146,478 150,515 -2.7%
SportWagen 2,559 2,000 28% 23,946 26,845 -10.8%
Total Jetta 15,661 14,422 8.6% 170,424 177,360 -3.9%
Beetle 2,666 1,530 74.2 28,654 5,626 409.3%
NBC 516 1 51,5000.0% 520 842 -38.2%
Total New Beetle 3,182 1,531 107.8% 29,174 6,468 351.1%
Eos 372 419 -11.2% 6,214 7,533 -17.5%
Passat 14,462 6,884 110.1% 117,023 22,779 413.7%
Passat Wagon N/A N/A N/A N/A 56 -100.0%
Total Passat 14,462 6,884 110.1% 117,023 22,835 412.5%
CC 2,196 2,450 -10.4% 21,646 29,502 -26.6%
Tiguan 3,310 2,403 37.7% 31,731 25,990 22.1%
Touareg 1,408 1,117 26.1% 10,553 7,535 40.1%
Routan 560 533 5.1% 10,483 12,473 -16.0%
Total Sales 44,005 32,502 35.4% 438,133 324,402 35.1%
01-03-13, 08:54 AM
#9
Chrysler
Best December sales since 2007
33rd-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains
Chrysler Group U.S. sales increase 21 percent in 2012; outpaces projected 13 percent average industry increase
Chrysler Group U.S. market share grows to 11.2 percent in 2012; up from 10.5 percent share in 2011
Jeep® brand sales up 13 percent in 2012; U.S. increase helps Jeep brand establish global sales record in 2012
Editors of Motor Trend name new 2013 Ram 1500 the magazine’s 2013 Truck of the Year
Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck, and FIAT brands each post sales increases in December compared with same month a year ago
Five Chrysler Group models receive 2013 Consumer Guide® Automotive ‘Best Buy’ Award: Dodge Grand Caravan, Journey and Durango; Chrysler Town & Country, and Ram 1500
12 Chrysler Group models make the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) annual list of Top Safety Picks
FIAT brand sales up 59 percent in December; largest year-over-year percentage increase of any Chrysler Group brand
Fiat 500 sets sales record for month of December
Dodge brand sales up 26 percent; best December sales since 2007
Dodge Dart sales up 36 percent month over month; best sales month since June launch
Dodge Journey full-size crossover sales up 63 percent; sets sales record for month of December
Dodge Challenger muscle car sets sales record for month of December
Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan posts 19 percent sales increase, best December sales since 2007
Dodge brand launches new 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport
Ram pickup truck sales up 16 percent; best sales month since December 2007
Ram Truck brand sales up 16 percent, best December sales since 2007
Ram Cargo Van sets sales record for month of December with 287 percent increase
Chrysler brand sales up 6 percent; best December sales since 2007
Chrysler 300 flagship sedan posts 40 percent sales gain
Chrysler brand introduces Chrysler 300 Motown Edition with ad campaign featuring legendary Motown founder Berry Gordy
Jeep Wrangler sets sales record for month of December
Jeep Patriot sales up 4 percent; best December sales since 2007
New Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition is winner of respected “4 Wheeler of the Year” award from Four Wheeler magazine editors
Jeep Grand Cherokee records best sales month of the year; best December sales since 2005
33rd-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains
Chrysler Group U.S. sales increase 21 percent in 2012; outpaces projected 13 percent average industry increase
Chrysler Group U.S. market share grows to 11.2 percent in 2012; up from 10.5 percent share in 2011
Jeep® brand sales up 13 percent in 2012; U.S. increase helps Jeep brand establish global sales record in 2012
Editors of Motor Trend name new 2013 Ram 1500 the magazine’s 2013 Truck of the Year
Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck, and FIAT brands each post sales increases in December compared with same month a year ago
Five Chrysler Group models receive 2013 Consumer Guide® Automotive ‘Best Buy’ Award: Dodge Grand Caravan, Journey and Durango; Chrysler Town & Country, and Ram 1500
12 Chrysler Group models make the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) annual list of Top Safety Picks
FIAT brand sales up 59 percent in December; largest year-over-year percentage increase of any Chrysler Group brand
Fiat 500 sets sales record for month of December
Dodge brand sales up 26 percent; best December sales since 2007
Dodge Dart sales up 36 percent month over month; best sales month since June launch
Dodge Journey full-size crossover sales up 63 percent; sets sales record for month of December
Dodge Challenger muscle car sets sales record for month of December
Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan posts 19 percent sales increase, best December sales since 2007
Dodge brand launches new 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport
Ram pickup truck sales up 16 percent; best sales month since December 2007
Ram Truck brand sales up 16 percent, best December sales since 2007
Ram Cargo Van sets sales record for month of December with 287 percent increase
Chrysler brand sales up 6 percent; best December sales since 2007
Chrysler 300 flagship sedan posts 40 percent sales gain
Chrysler brand introduces Chrysler 300 Motown Edition with ad campaign featuring legendary Motown founder Berry Gordy
Jeep Wrangler sets sales record for month of December
Jeep Patriot sales up 4 percent; best December sales since 2007
New Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition is winner of respected “4 Wheeler of the Year” award from Four Wheeler magazine editors
Jeep Grand Cherokee records best sales month of the year; best December sales since 2005
January 3, 2013 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 152,367 units, a 10 percent increase compared with sales in December 2011 (138,019 units), and the group’s best December sales since 2007.
The Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each posted year-over-year sales gains in December compared with the same month last year. The FIAT brand’s 59 percent increase was the largest sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand for the month. December marked Chrysler Group’s 33rd-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains.
For the year, Chrysler Group sales totaled 1,651,787 units, up 21 percent compared with sales in 2011. The Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each recorded significant sales gains during 2012 compared with sales in the previous year. The Jeep brand’s 13 percent sales increase in the U.S. helped push its global sales to an all-time record in 2012. Seven Chrysler Group models set annual sales records in 2012.
“Chrysler Group ended 2012 on a strong note with December sales up 10 percent and our best December sales since 2007,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge Brand and Head of U.S. Sales. “Looking back on 2012, we were again one of the fastest growing automakers in the country with total sales up 21 percent. We also recorded 33-consecutive months of year-over-year sales growth and our strongest annual sales in 5 years. Finally, 7 of our vehicles recorded their best ever annual sales in 2012 demonstrating how the quality, design and fuel efficiency of our product line up continues to resonate with consumers.”
The all-new Dodge Dart, which just earned a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, played a big role in Chrysler Group’s 10 percent sales increase in December. Dart sales were up 36 percent month-over-month in December, the compact car’s best monthly sales performance since it went on sale in June.
Also contributing to Chrysler Group’s 10 percent increase were the Fiat 500, Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Journey, and Ram Cargo Van, each setting a sales record for the month of December. The Jeep Grand Cherokee – the most awarded SUV ever – recorded its best sales performance of the year in December.
Chrysler Group finished the month with a 72-days supply of inventory (426,664 units). U.S. industry sales figures for December are projected at an estimated 15.8 million units Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR).
December 2012 U.S. Sales Highlights by Brand
FIAT Brand
Fiat 500 sales were up 59 percent last month, a sales record for the month of December. It was the 10th-consecutive month this year in which the Fiat 500 has set a sales record, including an all-time sales record in September. Sales of the Fiat 500 hatchback were up 64 percent while the Fiat 500 Cabrio recorded a 39 percent year-over-year sales gain. The Fiat 500 was one of the 12 Chrysler Group models that earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick designation in December.
For the year, Fiat 500 sales (43,772 units) were up a substantial 121 percent compared with sales (19,769 units) during the 10 months that the model was sold in the U.S. in 2011. Fiat 500 sales in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico exceeded 50,000 units in 2012.
Dodge Brand
Dodge brand sales were up 26 percent in December, the brand’s best December sales in 5 years and its 19th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. December was the brand’s best monthly sales performance of the year. December also marked the second time during 2012 that the Dodge brand sold more than 50,000 units in a given month.
Sales of the all-new Dodge Dart were up 36 percent month-over-month in December, the compact car’s best monthly sales performance since Dodge dealers began selling the model in June. In addition to the Dart, the Dodge Journey full-size crossover, with its sizeable 63 percent increase, and the Dodge Challenger muscle car, with its 20 percent increase, each set sales records for the month of December.
The Dodge Grand Caravan minivan and sporty Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan each posted double-digit percentage sales increases. Sales of the Grand Caravan were up 19 percent, the minivan’s second best sales month of 2012. The Avenger had its best December sales in 5 years and its 15th-consecutive month of year over year sales gains.
The Dodge Journey, Grand Caravan, and Durango were 3 of the 5 Chrysler Group models recognized in December as Consumer Guide Automotive “Best Buys.” Each year, Consumer Guide Automotive editors analyze, compare and evaluate numerous vehicles by driving and extensively testing all major models in 19 vehicle categories. Those models that best fit the needs of the consumer are recognized with a “Best Buy” accolade.
For the 2nd consecutive year, 12 Chrysler Group models made the IIHS’ annual list of Top Safety Picks. Six of them are Dodge brand models: the Dodge Dart, Avenger and Charger sedans and the Grand Caravan, Journey and Durango. The Avenger earned the institute’s Top Safety Pick+ designation because of its performance in a new IIHS driver-side crash test.
For the year, Dodge brand sales (524,989 units) were up 16 percent versus sales (451,040 units) in 2011, the brand’s best annual sales since 2007. The Dodge brand’s sales volume in 2012 was the largest of any Chrysler Group brand. The Journey, Avenger, and Challenger models each set an annual sales record in 2012.
Ram Truck Brand
The new Ram pickup truck, named Motor Trend’s 2013 Truck of the Year in December, extended its streak of year-over-year sales gains to 32-consecutive months. Sales of the Ram pickup truck were up 16 percent in December compared with the same month a year ago. It was the pickup truck’s best monthly sales performance since December 2007. Sales of the Heavy Duty Ram were up 20 percent, while sales of the Light Duty Ram trucks increased 14 percent.
Ram Truck brand sales were up 16 percent in December, the brand’s best December sales in 5 years. Sales of the Ram Cargo Van increased 287 percent versus the same month a year ago, setting a sales record for the month of December.
In naming the Ram 1500 Truck of the Year, Motor Trend editors praised the new Ram 1500 for its air suspension, choice of engines, variety of trim levels and towing capability. Motor Trend Truck of the Year contenders are evaluated using 6 criteria, which includes design advancement, engineering excellence, efficiency, safety, value and performance of intended function. For 2013, the new Ram 1500 offers buyers available best-in-class 25 mpg highway fuel efficiency (when properly equipped), new technology and new features without sacrificing capability.
The Ram 1500 also was named the Detroit Free Press Truck of the Year and the AOL Autos Truck of the Year, and was one of the five Chrysler Group models recognized in December as a Consumer Guide Automotive “Best Buy.”
For the year, Ram Truck brand sales (300,928 units) were up 17 percent compared with sales (257,610 units) in 2011. The Ram pickup truck had its best annual sales since 2007.
Chrysler Brand
Chrysler brand sales were up 6 percent in December, the brand’s best December sales in five years. December marked the Chrysler brand’s 18th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. Sales of the flagship Chrysler 300 full-size sedan were up 40 percent compared with the same month last year. December was the 300 sedan’s 14th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains.
The Chrysler Town & Country minivan was one of the five Chrysler Group models recognized in December as a Consumer Guide Automotive “Best Buy.” The Town & Country is the most awarded minivan, with the highest owner loyalty in the segment, and the most innovative seating and storage system with Standard Stow ’n Go Seats. In addition, the 300 and Town & Country each earned a Top Safety Pick from the IIHS in December, while the 200 earned the new IIHS Top Safety Pick+ designation.
The Chrysler brand introduced the new Chrysler 300 Motown Edition in December with a new advertising campaign featuring legendary Motown founder and Detroit native Berry Gordy. The Chrysler 300 Motown Edition will be revealed in Detroit at the 2013 North American International Auto Show this month. It arrives at Chrysler dealerships nationwide in the spring of 2013 and has a U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $32,995, excluding $995 destination charge.
For the year, Chrysler brand sales (307,967 units) were up 39 percent compared with sales (221,346 units) in 2011. The Chrysler brand recorded its best annual sales since 2008. The 200 sedan set an annual sales record in 2012, while the 300 flagship sedan recorded its best annual sales since 2007. The Town & Country had its best year since 2010.
Jeep® Brand
The Jeep brand’s U.S. sales (39,871 units) in December helped to push global Jeep brand sales to a record in 2012. Jeep brand sales were down 9 percent in December in the U.S. as sales of the Jeep Liberty model wind down. Jeep Liberty production ended in August. But the Jeep Grand Cherokee – the most awarded SUV ever – posted its best sales month of the year in December and its best December sales in seven years.
The iconic Jeep Wrangler set a sales record for the month of December with its 1 percent increase, compared with the same month a year ago. The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition earned the respected “4 Wheeler of the Year” award in December from the editors of Four Wheeler magazine. Paying homage to Jeep enthusiasts’ favorite off-roading destination, the Wrangler Unlimited Moab includes Goodyear Silent Armor off-road tires, winch-capable steel bumpers, and an available locking rear differential for increased capability.
The Jeep Patriot compact SUV, when equipped with optional side air bags, and the Grand Cherokee were among the 12 Chrysler Group models that earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick designation in December. Sales of the Patriot were up 4 percent in December versus the same month in 2011.
For the year, Jeep brand sales (474,131units) in the U.S. were up 13 percent compared with sales (419,349 units) in 2011, the brand’s best annual sales since 2007. The Wrangler and Patriot each set an annual sales record in 2012 while the Grand Cherokee recorded its best annual sales since 2005.
01-03-13, 09:53 AM
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Honda/Acura
Buoyed by strong December 2012 U.S. sales of 132,774 units, an increase of 26.2% compared with December 2011, American Honda posted annual vehicle sales of 1,422,785 units in 2012, up 24.0 percent compared with 2011. This makes 2012 American Honda's 4th-best sales year ever, and its best sales result since 2008.
Honda
The Honda Division posted December 2012 sales of 116,740 units, an increase of 26.8% compared with December 2011 and less than 500 units shy of an all-time December record. The Honda Division's 2012 annual sales of 1,266,569 increased 23.7% compared with 2011. The three top-selling Honda models for 2012 were Accord, 331,872; Civic, 317,909; and CR-V, 281,652.
- Civic sets all-time December record with sales of 33,118 units, up 61% from last year
- All-new 2013 Accord sales up 66% from last December with sales of 29,428 units
- CR-V sets an all-time annual sales record (281,652) and its 10th monthly sales record since launching last December, up 19% from last year to 25,733 sales
"Honda began the year intent on recovery," said John Mendel, American Honda executive vice president of Sales. "We ended 2012 with multiple product awards, a host of sales records, Honda's 2nd best December ever, and tremendous momentum as we head into 2013."- All-new 2013 Accord sales up 66% from last December with sales of 29,428 units
- CR-V sets an all-time annual sales record (281,652) and its 10th monthly sales record since launching last December, up 19% from last year to 25,733 sales
Acura
Acura U.S. December sales of 16,034 units represents an increase of 22.1% over December 2011. The Acura Division's year-end sales totaled 156,216, up 26.7% compared with 2011 results - and the brand's best sales results since 2007. The MDX led the division with annual sales of 50,854, followed by the TL with sales of 33,572 and the RDX with sales of 29,520.
- RDX sets its 8th-consecutive monthly sales record, up 155% from a year ago with 4,024 sales - setting monthly sales records in each month since going on sale in May 2012
- MDX was the top selling Acura model in December, with 5,069 sales, up 10% from 2011
- ILX is top selling Acura sedan in December with 2,485 sales
"December was another month of tremendous sales growth fueled by our newest products, the Acura ILX luxury compact sedan and the RDX crossover SUV," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura Sales, "Acura is primed for even more success in 2013, with the upcoming launch of the brand's flagship RLX sedan and the unveiling of the 2014 MDX Prototype at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show."- MDX was the top selling Acura model in December, with 5,069 sales, up 10% from 2011
- ILX is top selling Acura sedan in December with 2,485 sales
The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 26 days for December 2012 and 27 days for December 2011. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 307 days for 2012 and 307 days for 2011. All other percentages in release are unadjusted; see table for adjusted DSR figures.
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01-03-13, 10:51 AM
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Nissan/Infiniti
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported record U.S. calendar year sales of 1,141,656 units versus 1,042,534 in 2011, an increase of 9.5 percent and the first time that the Nissan brand sold more than 1 million units in a calendar year. December Nissan North America sales were 99,290, down 1.6 percent from the prior year.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
Nissan Division sales in 2012 of 1,021,779 set a new record, and were up 8.2 percent versus last year’s 944,073.
Nissan Division sales for December were 86,663, down 3.6 percent from the prior year at 89,937 units.
Multiple vehicles set sales records in 2012, including:
Nissan Altima, up 12.6 percent with 302,934 sales for the calendar year and the 1st time the nameplate has exceeded 300,000 sales in a calendar year
Nissan Rogue crossover, up 14.3 percent with 142,349 units in 2012
Nissan Versa, up 13.6 percent with 113,327 deliveries. Versa sales also set a new December record with 10,618 units.
Nissan LEAF, up 1.5 percent to 9,819 with December sales of 1,489 units.
The Nissan NV commercial van, up 58 percent to 10,179 sales, with 1,250 units sold in December, its best month ever.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
Infiniti sales highlights for the month include:
Infiniti QX sales of 2,232 were an increase of 28.6 percent in December, marking its best month ever. For 2012, sales increased 14 percent to 15,310 units, its best year since the full-size luxury SUV was introduced into the Infiniti line in 2004.
The all-new Infiniti JX saw sales of 2,708 in December, its best month since it went on sale in March. For 2012, the 7-passenger luxury crossover had sales of 21,674, making it the 2nd best selling vehicle in the Infiniti line.
For 2012, the Infiniti G Sedan had a sales increase of 7 percent to 46,828 units, and the Infiniti FX luxury performance crossover was up 4.9 percent to 10,424.
Overall, this was Infiniti’s best December since 2006, and marked its 8th straight month of double-digit sales increases in 2012.
NOTE: To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. December had 26 selling days in 2012 versus 27 in 2011. For the calendar year, both 2012 and 2011 had 307 selling days.
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NISSAN DIVISION
Dec
Dec
Monthly
CYTD
CYTD
CYTD
2012 2011 % chg 2012 2011 % chg
Nissan Division Total 86,663 89,937 -3.6 1,021,779 944,073 8.2
Versa 10,618 9,939 6.8 113,327 99,730 13.6
Sentra 7,755 8,710 -11.0 106,395 114,991 -7.5
Cube 589 406 45.1 7,667 14,459 -47.0
Altima 23,966 25,976 -7.7 302,934 268,981 12.6
Maxima 4,137 5,068 -18.4 59,349 58,737 1.0
LEAF 1,489 954 56.1 9,819 9,674 1.5
Juke 2,739 3,028 -9.5 36,358 35,886 1.3
370Z 406 449 -9.6 7,338 7,328 0.1
GT-R 49 35 40.0 1,188 1,294 -8.2
Total Car 51,748 54,565 -5.2 644,375 611,080 5.4
Frontier 3,688 5,626 -34.4 55,435 51,700 7.2
Titan 1,838 2,386 -23.0 21,576 21,994 -1.9
Xterra 1,379 1,977 -30.2 17,222 18,221 -5.5
Pathfinder 7,939 2,663 198.1 42,621 25,935 64.3
Armada 2,134 1,957 9.0 18,072 18,331 -1.4
Rogue 11,488 12,286 -6.5 142,349 124,543 14.3
Murano 3,999 5,473 -26.9 51,675 53,626 -3.6
Quest 1,200 1,774 -32.4 18,275 12,199 49.8
NV 1,250 1,230 1.6 10,179 6,444 58.0
Total Truck 34,915 35,372 -1.3 377,404 332,993 13.3
North American produced 64,704 65,532 -1.3 747,110 685,064 9.1
Car 46,476 49,693 -6.5 582,005 542,439 7.3
Truck 18,228 15,839 15.1 165,105 142,625 15.8
Import 21,959 24,405 -10.0 274,669 259,009 6.0
Car 5,272 4,872 8.2 62,370 68,641 -9.1
Truck 16,687 19,533 -14.6 212,299 190,368 11.5
INFINITI DIVISION
Dec Dec Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2012 2011 % chg 2012 2011 % chg
Infiniti Division Total 12,627 10,990 14.9 119,877 98,461 21.8
G Sedan 4,482 5,399 -17.0 46,828 43,759 7.0
G Coupe 1,034 1,132 -8.7 13,016 14,487 -10.2
M 849 1,084 -21.7 9,130 10,818 -15.6
QX56 2,232 1,735 28.6 15,310 13,428 14.0
JX 2,708 0 n/a 21,674 n/a n/a
EX 334 544 -38.6 3,495 6,030 -42.0
FX 988 1,096 -9.9 10,424 9,939 4.9
Total Car 6,365 7,615 -16.4 68,974 69,064 -0.1
Total Truck 6,262 3,375 85.5 50,903 29,397 73.2
NISSAN & INFINITI
Dec Dec Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2012 2011 % chg 2012 2011 % chg
TOTAL VEHICLE 99,290 100,927 -1.6 1,141,656 1,042,534 9.5
Total Car 58,113 62,180 -6.5 713,349 680,144 4.9
Total Truck 41,177 38,747 6.3 428,307 362,390 18.2
Selling days 26 27 307 307
* All numbers include Hawaii
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01-03-13, 10:53 AM
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01-03-13, 10:58 AM
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Compare the accord with Camry please and leave the GS out of it.
01-03-13, 11:15 AM
#14
Hyundai
Hyundai Motor America today announced record sales of 59,435 vehicles in December, a 17 percent total sales increase and 3 percent retail sales increase compared with the same record-setting period a year ago.
For the year, Hyundai sales were up nine percent versus 2011 in both retail and total sales. Sales to fleet accounts represented just 10 percent of total sales for 2012, among the lowest in the industry.
"The holiday selling season, in conjunction with improved consumer confidence, made for a successful December," said Dave Zuchowski, executive vice president of sales. "Our momentum over the last several months, paired with improved inventory levels and the launch of seven new or refreshed products in 2012, positions us for continued growth in the new year, especially with the 7-passenger version of the new Santa Fe set to launch in the next few weeks."
The Alabama-built Sonata and Elantra, 2 of the top-10 retail-selling cars in 2012, once again set full-year records with sales of 230,605 units, up two percent and 202,034 units, up eight percent, respectively. Sonata Hybrid sales were up 74 percent for the year. Veloster finished the year up 276 percent with a strong showing of 34,862 sales, best ever, and the recently refreshed Accent saw sales gains of 10 percent. The all-new Azera continues to sell at a quick pace and saw sales gains of 453 percent for the year.
With the North American International Auto Show just around the corner, Hyundai is making plans to reveal the new design direction for its premium rear-wheel drive lineup. In 2012, Hyundai's premium Genesis and Equus models continued to surprise and delight more and more consumers, experiencing their fifth consecutive year of sales growth. Hyundai's six percent retail market share in the premium segments in which it competes now exceeds Hyundai's overall five percent retail share of the total industry. Genesis delivered 33,973 sales for the year, an increase of three percent over 2011, with Equus sales up 24 percent to 3,972. Both models set annual sales records, while Hyundai's total rear-wheel drive car sales of 37,945 places it above many established luxury nameplates in this category.
"We closed 2012 with strong demand in both volume and premium segments, and all-time sales records for December and the full year," said John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. "2013 will mark our 1st full year of 3-shift U.S. production for Sonata, Elantra, and Santa Fe, which will allow us to better meet the demand we're seeing from American car buyers for our 3 most popular vehicles."
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CARLINE DEC/2012 DEC/2011 CY/2012 CY/2011
ACCENT 2,933 5,316 61,004 55,601
SONATA 20,826 17,340 230,605 225,961
ELANTRA 19,024 13,025 202,034 186,361
SANTA FE 7,279 5,082 71,016 74,391
AZERA 847 18 8,431 1,524
TUCSON 3,745 4,458 48,878 47,232
VERACRUZ 58 543 8,232 9,146
VELOSTER 1,976 2,188 34,862 9,284
GENESIS 2,397 2,470 33,973 32,998
EQUUS 350 325 3,972 3,193
TOTAL 59,435 50,765 703,007 645,691
01-03-13, 11:23 AM
#15
Mb
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest year on record with 305,072 vehicles sold in 2012, representing a 15.4% increase over the 264,460 vehicles sold during the same period in 2011. The Mercedes-Benz model line alone also recorded a record year with sales of 274,134 for the year, up 11.8%. Smart and Sprinter model lines both achieved their highest volumes under the MBUSA umbrella with smart sales increasing 92.2% to 10,009 while a record month for Sprinter took the brand to 20,929 for 2012, an increase of 26.3%.
"A strong product offensive backed our retail network's commitment to providing a world-class ownership experience put the wind at our back and enabled us to outperform the market and take the brand to new heights in the U.S.," said Steve Cannon , president & CEO of MBUSA. "We're going to ride that momentum into 2013 with new products across the entire model line from entry point to flagship."
For December, the Mercedes-Benz product line alone posted sales of 28,145 vehicles (up 9.5% from 25,701 in December 2011) bringing MBUSA sales to a best-ever 31,372, up 12.0% from the 28,006 vehicles sold in December 2011.
Strong sales were recorded across the model line. The sporty C-Class – the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger and first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers – recorded its highest year on record with sales of 81,697, up 17.9% over its year-to-date volume in 2011. The 9th generation E-Class followed with sales of 65,171, and the M-Class, MBUSA's top-selling SUV, rounded out the top three with sales of 38,101.
For December, sales at the high-end increased as well, with combined sales of S-, CL- and SL-Class vehicles increasing 18.9% percent to 17,416 (when compared to the 14,650 vehicles sold in 2011).
Separately, sales of Sprinter Vans increased by 39.9% for the month with sales of 2,231 compared to the 1,595 vehicles sold in December 2011.
Sales of the smart fortwo totaled 996 vehicles in December, up 40.3% for the month (compared to the 710 vehicles sold in December 2011).
Sales of the high-performance AMG models were 6,658 for the year a 27.5% increase of the 5,220 vehicles sold over the same period last year.
Sales of the company's BlueTEC diesel models were up 7.4% for the year at 15,416 compared to the 14,358 diesels sold in 2011.
Additionally, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 6,949 vehicles in December; an increase of 13.7% when compared to December 2011 (sales of 6,112 vehicles). On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 80,380 vehicles, an increase of 7.8% over the comparable period (with sales of 74,571 vehicles).