Sturdy demand for its Electrified and SUV Fashions Powers Kia America to Greatest-Ever October gross sales

• Kia shatters the earlier whole October gross sales document – set in 2023 – by 16-percent
• All-time greatest October totals for Kia’s electrified and SUV automobiles – up 30- and 19-percent, respectively

Kia America achieved each its best-ever October gross sales, with 68,908 items offered, and best-ever October seller gross sales. These data had been pushed by spectacular development and standout performances throughout its lineup of electrified automobiles and SUVs. 

Gross sales of Kia’s all-electric (EV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and hybrid (HEV) automobiles elevated by 70-percent, 65-percent, and 49-percent respectively in comparison with final yr, which helped the model obtain its highest-ever gross sales for electrified fashions in October. Moreover, SUV gross sales reached a document excessive for the month, accounting for 73-percent of whole gross sales, illustrating the continuing reputation of Kia’s SUV lineup.

Three Kia nameplates – Sportage, Carnival, EV6 – set new October gross sales data whereas 4 different Kia fashions – Sorento (+23-percent); Telluride (+14-percent); K5 (+12-percent) and Soul (+10-percent)– posted vital gross sales positive factors as in comparison with the identical interval final yr.

“Quite a lot of Kia’s electrified fashions and SUVs realized double-digit gross sales will increase, propelling Kia to our greatest October gross sales efficiency in firm historical past,” mentioned Eric Watson, vice chairman, gross sales operations, Kia America. “Kia continues to attraction to a broad vary of shoppers as we provide 10 compelling utility fashions many with a selection of all-electric, plug-in hybrid, hybrid and ICE powertrains. Because the all-new K4 compact sedan and the first-ever Carnival Hybrid MPV are already producing vital foot visitors in Kia showrooms nationwide, we count on the optimistic development to proceed.”

Along with the month-to-month gross sales efficiency, Kia America introduced a number of initiatives, together with:

• Kia America introduced quick help packages to assist in restoration efforts following the destruction brought on by Hurricanes Helene and Milton within the Southeastern U.S., which included a complete financial donation of $400,000. As well as, Kia applied a buyer help program for Kia clients in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina who want to exchange a automobile broken past restore due to the hurricanes. Clients with an insurance coverage declare for lack of a automobile due to the storms will likely be eligible to obtain $500 in assist for the acquisition or lease of choose new Kia automobiles made between October 4, 2024 via January 2, 2025._[i]  
• Kia America introduced the third yr of the automaker’s “Speed up the Good” Seller Match program which raised greater than $4.5 million for non-profits nationwide in 2023, 20 p.c greater than this system raised final yr. Kia and its nationwide community of sellers chosen charities throughout the U.S., together with organizations that assist deal with and defeat childhood most cancers and different life-threatening ailments; assist finish childhood starvation; present shelter for youth dealing with homelessness; present pure catastrophe aid for recovering communities; provide assist for army households; assist shelter animals discover ceaselessly houses and help with environmental cleanup tasks nationwide.
• A modified Kia Telluride X-Professional participated within the 2024 Rebelle Rally, marking the third yr of competitors for Kia America’s most adorned automobile. Having secured a podium end yearly within the X-Cross class, the Telluride X-Professional returns with enhanced modifications and a renewed drive for redemption. Skilled rally driver, Verena Mei, as soon as once more took the wheel for the fourth yr in a row and was joined by navigator Kendra Miller, constructing a formidable staff.

_[i] $500 Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton Car Alternative Assist provide out there on the acquisition or lease of a brand new Kia automobile (excluding 2024 K5, 2024 Sorento Hybrid, and 2024 Sorento PHEV) to any buyer who (1) is the registered proprietor or lessee of any automobile that was broken past restore on or after September 26, 2024, on account of Hurricane Helene or Hurricane Milton; (2) has proof of a legitimate insurance coverage declare submitted to their insurer that signifies whole automobile loss and the reason for loss on account of Hurricane Helene or Hurricane Milton; and (3) has proof of residency (legitimate government-issued ID) within the states of FL, GA, NC, SC and TN. Provide solely legitimate on new Kia automobiles bought or leased between October 4, 2024, to January 2, 2025. Provide could also be mixed with money incentives from Kia America, Inc., and finance or lease gives from Kia Finance America (KFA). Not all incentive packages are appropriate. See your collaborating Kia seller within the states of FL, GA, NC, SC and TN for particulars. Should take supply from retailer inventory by January 2, 2025.