2023-10-31 13:36:37
In September 2023, Kia sold 56,919 units in Europe, 7% more than in the same month of the previous year, according to figures published by the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA*). In September, the European automotive market grew by 9.2%. Kia’s market share remained strong at 4.9%.
So far in 2023, Kia has sold a cumulative total of 447,879 units, an increase of 5% compared to 2022 sales to date, putting Kia on track to achieve its strongest year so far. sales refers.
“Last month’s strong sales performance is not only a reflection of the recovery of the European automobile market, but demonstrates the quality and versatility of Kia products and their popularity in Europe,” said Won-Jeong Jeong, president of Kia. Europe. “From the enduring popularity of the Sportage to the electromobility offerings of the Niro, to our halo BEV EV6 and the upcoming EV9, Kia offers something for every lifestyle.”
The new Sportage remained strong as the best-selling model, with 17,103 units sold in September 2023. The Ceed family sold 12,949 units and the Niro came in third with 8,277 units sold.
Electrified vehicles, which include hybrids and plug-in hybrids, as well as 100% electric vehicles, represented a total of 23,301 units, 40.9% of total sales (+9.8 points compared to September 2022), a figure record that is expected to increase further as production of the Kia EV9 increases.
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