December 2014 Sales
01-05-15, 11:26 AM
#34
Lexus Fanatic
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hype? nice car, but it's been out years and i see almost no media coverage at this point. i'm sure supply is limited too - at dealers they almost never seem to have any except one on display, maybe!
01-05-15, 11:56 AM
#35
Lead Lap
Now we're just waiting on Mercedes!
BMW Group U.S. Reports December and 2014 Sales
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported December sales of 48,141 vehicles, an increase of 9.5% percent from the 43,981 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. At year end, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 5.3 percent on sales of 395,850 compared to 375,782 in 2013, a new record for the BMW Group U.S.
"The record result in 2014 for BMW proves that solid growth is still possible when you have the right products that provide good value for the customer," said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. "The increases across the BMW line make us optimistic about what's possible in 2015. I am also very glad to see that MINI set a new sales record in December and I have no doubt MINI will have a great year now that the new models are becoming available."
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea...300015792.html
BMW Group U.S. Reports December and 2014 Sales
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported December sales of 48,141 vehicles, an increase of 9.5% percent from the 43,981 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. At year end, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 5.3 percent on sales of 395,850 compared to 375,782 in 2013, a new record for the BMW Group U.S.
"The record result in 2014 for BMW proves that solid growth is still possible when you have the right products that provide good value for the customer," said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. "The increases across the BMW line make us optimistic about what's possible in 2015. I am also very glad to see that MINI set a new sales record in December and I have no doubt MINI will have a great year now that the new models are becoming available."
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea...300015792.html
01-05-15, 12:17 PM
#37
Super Moderator
Mercedes Benz
Mercedes Benz December Sales Chart
MONTVALE, N.J., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz today reported record-breaking 2014 sales of 330,391, up 5.7% from the 312,534 units sold in 2013. Annual Sprinter sales increased 18% to 25,745, combining with 10,453 units at smart, up 12.8%, for a best-ever year-to-date grand total of 366,589 for Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA).
"The past year brought key milestones for Mercedes-Benz on both the product and customer service fronts," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Capped by another round of record sales, we're more aligned than ever in pairing a 'best or nothing' model lineup with the best ownership experience in the business."
Sales of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, ranging from the entry-level CLA four-door coupe to the brand's S-Class flagship, increased to 212,086 from the 206,221 vehicles sold in 2013. On the light truck side, retail volumes hit 118,305, up 11.3% from 106,315 units last year.
Annual volume leaders included the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The C-Class, which received a full redesign for the 2015 model year, took the top spot with 75,065 units, followed by the E-Class at 66,400. The best-selling Mercedes-Benz SUV, the M-Class, rounded out the top three at 46,726, up 13.1% from the 41,326 vehicles sold the previous year. At the high end, the S-Class saw yearly sales increase 90% to 25,276 from 13,303 in 2013.
A best-ever December for Mercedes-Benz delivered monthly sales of 34,009, compared to 33,007 in December 2013. The C-Class remained the volume leader with 8,224 units, up 13.8% from 7,229 the same month last year. The M-Class came second at 5,625—an increase of 25.4%—followed close behind by the E-Class at 5,119.
December sales for Sprinter Vans hit a record 3,288, climbing 16.3% from the 2,828 units sold the same month last year. Adding 973 units for smart, up 13.8% from 855 in December 2013, MBUSA posted a monthly grand total of 38,270.
Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models closed out 2014 with an annual volume of 11,303, jumping 44.9% from 7,802 units the previous year. For the month, AMG sales totaled 1,122, compared to 1,109 in December 2013. Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models delivered a total of 14,544 vehicles in 2014, with December sales reaching 1,183.
Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) vehicles recorded annual sales of 119,257, an increase of 20.4% from the 99,075 units sold in 2013. On a monthly basis, MBCPO achieved a record December with 11,379 units, up 17% from the same month last year.
"The past year brought key milestones for Mercedes-Benz on both the product and customer service fronts," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Capped by another round of record sales, we're more aligned than ever in pairing a 'best or nothing' model lineup with the best ownership experience in the business."
Sales of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, ranging from the entry-level CLA four-door coupe to the brand's S-Class flagship, increased to 212,086 from the 206,221 vehicles sold in 2013. On the light truck side, retail volumes hit 118,305, up 11.3% from 106,315 units last year.
Annual volume leaders included the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The C-Class, which received a full redesign for the 2015 model year, took the top spot with 75,065 units, followed by the E-Class at 66,400. The best-selling Mercedes-Benz SUV, the M-Class, rounded out the top three at 46,726, up 13.1% from the 41,326 vehicles sold the previous year. At the high end, the S-Class saw yearly sales increase 90% to 25,276 from 13,303 in 2013.
A best-ever December for Mercedes-Benz delivered monthly sales of 34,009, compared to 33,007 in December 2013. The C-Class remained the volume leader with 8,224 units, up 13.8% from 7,229 the same month last year. The M-Class came second at 5,625—an increase of 25.4%—followed close behind by the E-Class at 5,119.
December sales for Sprinter Vans hit a record 3,288, climbing 16.3% from the 2,828 units sold the same month last year. Adding 973 units for smart, up 13.8% from 855 in December 2013, MBUSA posted a monthly grand total of 38,270.
Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models closed out 2014 with an annual volume of 11,303, jumping 44.9% from 7,802 units the previous year. For the month, AMG sales totaled 1,122, compared to 1,109 in December 2013. Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models delivered a total of 14,544 vehicles in 2014, with December sales reaching 1,183.
Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) vehicles recorded annual sales of 119,257, an increase of 20.4% from the 99,075 units sold in 2013. On a monthly basis, MBCPO achieved a record December with 11,379 units, up 17% from the same month last year.
01-05-15, 12:29 PM
#39
I read somewhere that the sales target was 20k units a year. Last year they almost reached it with 18,327. This year ended at 14,062 which is kind of concerning. I just checked my local Scion dealership and they have 7 of them on the lot. I'd buy one if it had more power.
01-05-15, 01:01 PM
#42
Lead Lap
8,224 C-class models is a TON.
01-05-15, 01:03 PM
#43
Hyundai
Hyundai Motor America today announced a record December sales month of 64,507 units, up 2 percent versus the record-setting period in 2013.
This is the 5th consecutive year of record U.S. sales up over the previous year and totaling 725,718.
“We ended the year on a high note,” said Bob Pradzinski, vice president of national sales. “And it was evident that the CUV segment was red hot with our exceptional sales for the year for both Santa Fe and Tucson.”
The Santa Fe and Tucson finished the year with sales of 107,906 and 47,306 up 21.5 percent and 13 percent, respectively. The all-new Sonata and Genesis sedans saw sales increases for the month of December up 24 and 17 percent, respectively.
With the North American International Auto Show just around the corner, Hyundai is making plans to reveal the all-new 2016 Sonata Hybrid and Sonata PHEV, in addition to a special concept, setting the stage for another strong year.
Certified Pre-Owned sales ended the year at 95,486, a 26 percent increase over the previous year.
01-05-15, 01:08 PM
#44
Mazda
Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported calendar year (CY) 2014 total (combined fleet and retail) sales in the U.S. of 305,801, up 7.7 percent over 2013 and the best result since 1994 (20 years), the last time the company sold more than 300,000 vehicles in a single calendar year. MNAO retail-only sales reached 278,880 units, representing an increase of 6.0 percent over 2013, and the best retail sales year since 1994, further showing the company's reduced reliance on fleet sales. Combined December U.S. sales of 24,808 vehicles represent an increase of 8.0 percent versus last year, and the best December since 2012 (27,253).
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at www.mazdausamedia.com.
"2014 can only be described as historical when it comes to Mazda sales," said Ron Stettner, vice president of sales, MNAO. "Mazda3, Mazda6 and CX-5 have out-performed all year and, as a result, we surpassed 300,000 vehicle sales for the 1st time since 1994. The support of our dealers, along with the strongest, most-competitive showroom we have ever offered is the driving force behind our success; I'm confident we'll continue this momentum through 2015 and beyond."
Key December and CY2014 sales notes:
MNAO achieved its best retail-only sales year since 1994 with 278,880 units. In 1994, MNAO sold 310,985 vehicles to retail customers.
MNAO achieved its best combined fleet and retail year of sales since 1994 with a total of 305,801 vehicles sold. In 1994, MNAO sold 375,416 units. MNAO's best-ever sales year was 1986, with 379,883 sales.
Mazda reported sales of 24,808 in December 2014. This performance represents an increase of 8.0 percent year-over-year (YOY).
SKYACTIV®Technology accounted for 87.7 percent of total December sales. On a year-over-year basis, SKYACTIV Technology vehicle sales grew 30 percent when compared to 2013, accounting for 84 percent of total sales in 2014.
December 2014 was the second-best December for Mazda3, with 9,719 units sold. The best December sales for Mazda3 came in 2012 when MNAO sold 10,297 units.
CY2014 CX-5 sales nearly eclipsed 100,000 sales with a total of 99,122, an increase of 24.6 percent over CY2013 (79,544). December 2014 was the best December sales ever for CX-5 with 7,721 units, an increase of 14.9 percent YOY (Dec. 2013 – 6,720).
Mazda6 had its best year of sales since 2007 with 53,224 units sold in CY2014. That number represents an increase of 22.0 percent YOY (CY2013 sales – 43,637).
Mazda reported Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) December sales of 3,768 vehicles, up 19.0 percent YOY. CY2014 CPO sales closed with 43,129 vehicles, an increase of 13.8 percent YOY.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its best-ever month with sales of 5,182 vehicles, up 26.0 percent versus December of last year. Total CY2014 sales for MMdM equated to 40,987 vehicles, representing an increase of 23.0 percent when compared to 2013, its best-ever calendar year of sales.MNAO achieved its best combined fleet and retail year of sales since 1994 with a total of 305,801 vehicles sold. In 1994, MNAO sold 375,416 units. MNAO's best-ever sales year was 1986, with 379,883 sales.
Mazda reported sales of 24,808 in December 2014. This performance represents an increase of 8.0 percent year-over-year (YOY).
SKYACTIV®Technology accounted for 87.7 percent of total December sales. On a year-over-year basis, SKYACTIV Technology vehicle sales grew 30 percent when compared to 2013, accounting for 84 percent of total sales in 2014.
December 2014 was the second-best December for Mazda3, with 9,719 units sold. The best December sales for Mazda3 came in 2012 when MNAO sold 10,297 units.
CY2014 CX-5 sales nearly eclipsed 100,000 sales with a total of 99,122, an increase of 24.6 percent over CY2013 (79,544). December 2014 was the best December sales ever for CX-5 with 7,721 units, an increase of 14.9 percent YOY (Dec. 2013 – 6,720).
Mazda6 had its best year of sales since 2007 with 53,224 units sold in CY2014. That number represents an increase of 22.0 percent YOY (CY2013 sales – 43,637).
Mazda reported Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) December sales of 3,768 vehicles, up 19.0 percent YOY. CY2014 CPO sales closed with 43,129 vehicles, an increase of 13.8 percent YOY.
Key MMdM December and CY2014 sales notes:
December 2014 represents best-ever month of sales
CY2014 is best-ever year of sales
December 2014 is best-ever month of sales for Mazda3
December 2014 is best-ever month of sales for CX-5
23rd straight month of best-ever sales
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through more than 700 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City.CY2014 is best-ever year of sales
December 2014 is best-ever month of sales for Mazda3
December 2014 is best-ever month of sales for CX-5
23rd straight month of best-ever sales
