Hyundai, Kia post record US sales in September
Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp. posted record U.S. sales for September, driven by strong demand for sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and hybrid models, the Hyundai Motor Group affiliates said Friday. Hyundai Motor America sold 77,439 vehicles last month, up 9 percent from a year earlier, marking its highest-ever September sales. Sales of the Palisade SUV surged 52 percent on-year, while the Sonata,…
Hyundai and Kia have both reported record September sales in the United States, driven by robust demand for SUVs and hybrid models. Hyundai Motor America sold 77,439 vehicles last month, marking its highest-ever September sales, with a 9% increase from the previous year. The Palisade SUV saw a 52% increase in sales, while the Sonata, Tucson, and Santa Fe also experienced double-digit growth.
Hybrid electric vehicles accounted for 28% of Hyundai's total U.S. sales during the month. Kia America also set a new record, with deliveries jumping 18% on-year to 77,009 units. The Seltos, Niro, K4, Telluride, Sorento, Carnival, K5, and Sportage contributed significantly to the strong monthly performance.
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