Kia's US sales hit record high in August; Hyundai sales decline
Kia Corp. posted record monthly sales in the United States in August, while Hyundai Motor Co. reported a decline in numbers, the Hyundai Motor Group affiliates said Wednesday. Kia America sold 83,793 vehicles last month, up 1 percent from a year earlier and marking its highest-ever monthly sales. Cumulative sales in the first eight months of the year rose 3 percent on-year to 590,377 units, also…
In August 2023, Kia recorded its highest-ever monthly sales in the United States, with 83,793 vehicles sold, marking a 1% increase from the previous year. Hyundai Motor Co., however, saw a decline in its U.S. sales, with 86,977 units sold, a 2% decrease from the previous year. Kia America's best-selling model was the Sportage SUV, with 18,723 units sold, contributing to the company's record-breaking monthly sales.
Hyundai Motor America, on the other hand, experienced a drop in sales across various models, despite a 33% increase in hybrid vehicle sales, which set a new record for the month. The Palisade SUV saw a significant 18% decline in sales, while the Ioniq electric vehicle lineup also underperformed. In contrast, Hyundai's Tucson and Santa Fe SUVs saw growth, with sales increasing by 18% and 5% year-over-year, respectively.
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