MAY 2008 Vehicle Sales
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Understandable and expected IMO. They sold over 30K in the month of May last year, which is not normal (I believe a record and the only month they sold over 30K vehicles)). Now that was shocking!! Some mainstream brands cant sell 30K in a month, and some luxury brands cant sell that in a year.
The 26-27K they sold last month is still very high and without seeing BMW sales yet, is still the biggest luxury seller in May.
The 26-27K they sold last month is still very high and without seeing BMW sales yet, is still the biggest luxury seller in May.
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Understandable and expected IMO. They sold over 30K in the month of May last year, which is not normal. Now that was shocking!! Some mainstream brands cant sell 30K in a month, and some luxury brands cant sell that in a year.
The 26-27K they sold last month is still very high and without seeing BMW sales yet, is still the biggest luxury seller in May.
The 26-27K they sold last month is still very high and without seeing BMW sales yet, is still the biggest luxury seller in May.
1. Lexus
Total May
26,593
Total YTD
116,458
2. BMW
Total May
25,469
Total YTD
110,569
3. Mercedes
Total May
21,785
Total YTD
99,703
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All-New TSX Shattered Model's All-Time Sales Record
In its first full month of sales, the all-new 2009 Acura TSX posted its best month in the model's history with 4,564 units sold- topping the previous mark of 3,911 set in April of 2006. So strong are TSX sales that for the first time ever, it topped the monthly sales of TL and MDX.
In its first full month of sales, the all-new 2009 Acura TSX posted its best month in the model's history with 4,564 units sold- topping the previous mark of 3,911 set in April of 2006. So strong are TSX sales that for the first time ever, it topped the monthly sales of TL and MDX.
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May not be a big part of the reason, but the TSX commercials are really good.
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Lexus expected the Big Picture to be at least equal to last year. Sales have declined for 8 months straight.
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Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC Reports May 2008 Sales; Let's Refuel America $2.99 Gas Guarantee Continues to Gain Retail Momentum
- $2.99 Gas Guarantee increases showroom traffic, runs until July 7
- Fleet sales reduced more than 40%; Retail sales move closer to industry
trend
- Fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot sales accelerate to new monthly record
- New Dodge brand lineup embraced by consumers
- Chrysler Aspen sales continue to grow
- 'New Day' Value Package models continue to resonate well with consumers
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today reported
total May 2008 sales of 148,747 units, which is 25 percent below the same
period last year. Total May sales reflect a combination of record sales of
Chrysler's newest highly fuel-efficient vehicles, an unusually high 40
percent cut in monthly fleet vehicle sales and a continued industry wide
slowdown in pickup truck and SUV sales. All sales figures are reported as
unadjusted.
"There is a new era emerging in the restructuring of the American
economy. There is an unprecedented shift in the industry that is
challenging, but we are determined to provide consumers what they need and
want," Vice Chairman and President Jim Press said. "We are responding to
consumers with innovative incentive choices and new vehicle offerings, five
of which get 28 mpg highway driving for under $20,000. These actions have
helped move our retail sales more in line with the overall industry and
provided a lift for our dealers this month."
May sales highlight the continued growth of Dodge brand cars and
crossovers, such as the Dodge Caliber and Dodge Journey, both of which come
with a standard four-cylinder engine delivering 28 mpg on the highway. The
two vehicles reached new monthly sales records in May with the Dodge
Caliber posting sales of 12,856 units, up 7 percent compared with May 2007
sales of 12,052 units, and the all-new Dodge Journey reaching 7,520 units
in only its fourth month of sales.
The fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot posted record monthly sales as it
continues to be one of Chrysler's fastest growing models. Jeep Patriot
sales of 8,199 units represented an 82 percent increase in May 2008 versus
the same period last year.
Customers continue to take advantage of the luxury-value equation of
the Chrysler Aspen, which posted sales of 2,037 units, an 18 percent
increase from May 2007 sales of 1,724 units. With a base starting price of
$33,225, the Aspen, offers an optional Multi-displacement System (MDS)
equipped HEMI(R) powertrain that achieves up to 25 percent fuel economy
improvement overall and 40 percent improvement in city driving (18 city/20
hwy).
Consumer and dealer feedback has been very positive on Chrysler's
lineup of the "New Day" packages. The wide-range of vehicles offering the
company's most sought-after features at reduced prices will continue to be
available in June.
Despite slow industry sales, the Company finished the month with
412,009 units of inventory, or a 75-day supply. As part of a planned
reduction, inventory is down 14 percent compared with May 2007 when it
totaled 479,501 units.
Let's Refuel America $2.99 Gas Guarantee
Buyers were most likely to choose the gas guarantee incentive option
versus cash back or 0 percent financing when purchasing the Dodge Journey,
Dodge Caliber, Chrysler Sebring Sedan, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Town &
Country.
"We are pleased with the consumer response to the Let's Refuel America
$2.99 Gas Guarantee program," Press said. "Shoppers really appreciate the
opportunity to stabilize their fuel costs and to increase their savings if
gas prices continue to rise. The program gives consumers three incentive
choices of similar current value to help them address their most pressing
needs. With great high mileage product, creative incentive choices, a
strong dealer network, and dedicated employees, we are ushering in new
confidence for the month of June."
SOURCE Chrysler LLC
- $2.99 Gas Guarantee increases showroom traffic, runs until July 7
- Fleet sales reduced more than 40%; Retail sales move closer to industry
trend
- Fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot sales accelerate to new monthly record
- New Dodge brand lineup embraced by consumers
- Chrysler Aspen sales continue to grow
- 'New Day' Value Package models continue to resonate well with consumers
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today reported
total May 2008 sales of 148,747 units, which is 25 percent below the same
period last year. Total May sales reflect a combination of record sales of
Chrysler's newest highly fuel-efficient vehicles, an unusually high 40
percent cut in monthly fleet vehicle sales and a continued industry wide
slowdown in pickup truck and SUV sales. All sales figures are reported as
unadjusted.
"There is a new era emerging in the restructuring of the American
economy. There is an unprecedented shift in the industry that is
challenging, but we are determined to provide consumers what they need and
want," Vice Chairman and President Jim Press said. "We are responding to
consumers with innovative incentive choices and new vehicle offerings, five
of which get 28 mpg highway driving for under $20,000. These actions have
helped move our retail sales more in line with the overall industry and
provided a lift for our dealers this month."
May sales highlight the continued growth of Dodge brand cars and
crossovers, such as the Dodge Caliber and Dodge Journey, both of which come
with a standard four-cylinder engine delivering 28 mpg on the highway. The
two vehicles reached new monthly sales records in May with the Dodge
Caliber posting sales of 12,856 units, up 7 percent compared with May 2007
sales of 12,052 units, and the all-new Dodge Journey reaching 7,520 units
in only its fourth month of sales.
The fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot posted record monthly sales as it
continues to be one of Chrysler's fastest growing models. Jeep Patriot
sales of 8,199 units represented an 82 percent increase in May 2008 versus
the same period last year.
Customers continue to take advantage of the luxury-value equation of
the Chrysler Aspen, which posted sales of 2,037 units, an 18 percent
increase from May 2007 sales of 1,724 units. With a base starting price of
$33,225, the Aspen, offers an optional Multi-displacement System (MDS)
equipped HEMI(R) powertrain that achieves up to 25 percent fuel economy
improvement overall and 40 percent improvement in city driving (18 city/20
hwy).
Consumer and dealer feedback has been very positive on Chrysler's
lineup of the "New Day" packages. The wide-range of vehicles offering the
company's most sought-after features at reduced prices will continue to be
available in June.
Despite slow industry sales, the Company finished the month with
412,009 units of inventory, or a 75-day supply. As part of a planned
reduction, inventory is down 14 percent compared with May 2007 when it
totaled 479,501 units.
Let's Refuel America $2.99 Gas Guarantee
Buyers were most likely to choose the gas guarantee incentive option
versus cash back or 0 percent financing when purchasing the Dodge Journey,
Dodge Caliber, Chrysler Sebring Sedan, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Town &
Country.
"We are pleased with the consumer response to the Let's Refuel America
$2.99 Gas Guarantee program," Press said. "Shoppers really appreciate the
opportunity to stabilize their fuel costs and to increase their savings if
gas prices continue to rise. The program gives consumers three incentive
choices of similar current value to help them address their most pressing
needs. With great high mileage product, creative incentive choices, a
strong dealer network, and dedicated employees, we are ushering in new
confidence for the month of June."
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Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru May 2008
Month Sales Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 7,124 10,304 -31%
300 4,763 11,687 -59%
Crossfire 250 1,517 -84%
PT Cruiser 5,203 10,059 -48%
Aspen 2,037 1,724 18%
Pacifica 530 3,487 -85%
Town & Country 12,869 14,379 -11%
CHRYSLER BRAND 32,776 53,157 -38%
Compass 3,114 3,735 -17%
Patriot 8,199 4,504 82%
Wrangler 9,260 12,332 -25%
Liberty 6,228 7,654 -19%
Grand Cherokee 6,979 9,101 -23%
Commander 2,061 5,544 -63%
JEEP BRAND 35,841 42,870 -16%
Caliber 12,856 12,052 7%
Avenger 6,354 8,638 -26%
Charger 10,134 13,463 -25%
Challenger 71 0 0%
Viper 126 27 367%
Magnum 274 2,651 -90%
Dakota 3,605 4,838 -25%
Ram P/U 19,727 31,327 -37%
Journey 7,520 0 0%
Caravan 13,655 18,236 -25%
Durango 1,360 4,364 -69%
Nitro 2,667 6,110 -56%
Sprinter 1,781 1,351 32%
DODGE BRAND 80,130 103,366 -22%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 148,747 199,393 -25%
TOTAL CAR 42,124 62,621 -33%
TOTAL TRUCK 106,623 136,772 -22%
Selling Days 27 26
Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 42,911 38,797 11%
300 35,486 51,199 -31%
Crossfire 905 4,544 -80%
PT Cruiser 26,614 43,145 -38%
Aspen 12,289 10,932 12%
Pacifica 3,888 28,502 -86%
Town & Country 57,973 66,951 -13%
CHRYSLER BRAND 180,066 244,070 -26%
Compass 16,318 18,812 -13%
Patriot 31,795 10,336 208%
Wrangler 39,773 54,699 -27%
Liberty 35,917 41,560 -14%
Grand Cherokee 36,739 49,493 -26%
Commander 14,352 27,642 -48%
JEEP BRAND 174,894 202,542 -14%
Caliber 53,012 48,564 9%
Avenger 37,266 32,367 15%
Charger 50,173 54,443 -8%
Challenger 71 0 0%
Viper 515 227 127%
Magnum 6,061 13,465 -55%
Dakota 14,936 24,343 -39%
Ram P/U 112,795 154,143 -27%
Journey 17,569 0 0%
Caravan 61,591 94,220 -35%
Durango 13,186 23,628 -44%
Nitro 21,321 31,444 -32%
Sprinter 6,913 4,812 44%
DODGE BRAND 395,409 483,134 -18%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 750,369 929,746 -19%
TOTAL CAR 227,289 251,186 -10%
TOTAL TRUCK 523,080 678,560 -23%
Selling Days 129 127
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Understandable and expected IMO. They sold over 30K in the month of May last year, which is not normal (I believe a record and the only month they sold over 30K vehicles)). Now that was shocking!! Some mainstream brands cant sell 30K in a month, and some luxury brands cant sell that in a year.
The 26-27K they sold last month is still very high and without seeing BMW sales yet, is still the biggest luxury seller in May.
The 26-27K they sold last month is still very high and without seeing BMW sales yet, is still the biggest luxury seller in May.
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Honda Reports Best Month Ever
All-Time Record Civic Sales Top 53,000 in May as American Honda Reports Best Month Ever
06/03/2008 - TORRANCE, Calif. -
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., May sales of 167,997, up 11.3 percent on a daily-selling-rate basis(1), shattered the company's all-time sales record for any month as Civic sales reached 53,299, up 28.3 percent versus last May and surpassing the previous monthly record for any car in the lineup.
New all-time records set in May included (previous record in parentheses):
* American Honda total vehicle sales of 167,997 (August 2007:158,342)
* American Honda total car sales of 114,796 (August 2002: 95,686)
* Honda Division total vehicle sales of 153,104 (August 2007: 141,906)
* Honda Division total car sales of 105,548 (August 2003: 84,390)
* Honda Civic Sales of 53,299 (May 2007: 39,993)
* Honda Civic Hybrid sales of 4,676 (May 2007: 4,520)
* Honda Fit sales of 8,205 (March 2008: 6,835)
* Acura TSX sales of 4,564 (April 2006: 3,911)
"The dramatic increase in car sales appears to be one of the most profound shifts in automotive buying patterns in more than a decade," said **** Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda. "Record sales of the Honda Civic clearly demonstrate an accelerated trend toward fuel efficiency."
Honda Division sales of 153,104 increased 13.9 percent for the month as total car sales reached 105,548, up 30.7 percent. The Honda Civic, with sales of 53,299, set a new monthly sales record for any model in the Honda lineup, surpassing the previous record of 49,098 set in August 2003 by the Accord.
May 2008 Accord sales of 43,728, up 31.9 percent versus last year, set a new May record, surpassing the previous high of 43,589 set in May 2004. The CR-V set a new May mark of 19,959, exceeding the previous record of 19,513 set in 2007. Honda Division reported truck sales of 47,556, a decrease of 11.4 percent. Year-to-date Honda Division sales are up 5.4 percent to 590,361.
Acura Division sales totaled 14,893. Sales of the completely redesigned 2009 TSX sports sedan increased 53.7 percent and set a new all-time record of 4,564, exceeding the previous record of 3,911 set in April 2006.
American Honda reported May truck sales of 53,201, a decrease of 12.1 percent. Year-to-date American Honda sales increased 3.1 percent to 655,819.
(1) All percentages in this release reflect the daily selling rate as calculated with 27 days for May 2008, versus 26 for 2007. Year to date, the daily selling rate is calculated with 129 days for 2008, versus 127 for 2007.
For more information about Honda vehicles, please visit www.honda.com. For media inquiries, please go to www.hondanews.com. For more information about Acura vehicles, please visit www.acura.com. For media inquiries, please go to www.acuranews.com.
06/03/2008 - TORRANCE, Calif. -
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., May sales of 167,997, up 11.3 percent on a daily-selling-rate basis(1), shattered the company's all-time sales record for any month as Civic sales reached 53,299, up 28.3 percent versus last May and surpassing the previous monthly record for any car in the lineup.
New all-time records set in May included (previous record in parentheses):
* American Honda total vehicle sales of 167,997 (August 2007:158,342)
* American Honda total car sales of 114,796 (August 2002: 95,686)
* Honda Division total vehicle sales of 153,104 (August 2007: 141,906)
* Honda Division total car sales of 105,548 (August 2003: 84,390)
* Honda Civic Sales of 53,299 (May 2007: 39,993)
* Honda Civic Hybrid sales of 4,676 (May 2007: 4,520)
* Honda Fit sales of 8,205 (March 2008: 6,835)
* Acura TSX sales of 4,564 (April 2006: 3,911)
"The dramatic increase in car sales appears to be one of the most profound shifts in automotive buying patterns in more than a decade," said **** Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda. "Record sales of the Honda Civic clearly demonstrate an accelerated trend toward fuel efficiency."
Honda Division sales of 153,104 increased 13.9 percent for the month as total car sales reached 105,548, up 30.7 percent. The Honda Civic, with sales of 53,299, set a new monthly sales record for any model in the Honda lineup, surpassing the previous record of 49,098 set in August 2003 by the Accord.
May 2008 Accord sales of 43,728, up 31.9 percent versus last year, set a new May record, surpassing the previous high of 43,589 set in May 2004. The CR-V set a new May mark of 19,959, exceeding the previous record of 19,513 set in 2007. Honda Division reported truck sales of 47,556, a decrease of 11.4 percent. Year-to-date Honda Division sales are up 5.4 percent to 590,361.
Acura Division sales totaled 14,893. Sales of the completely redesigned 2009 TSX sports sedan increased 53.7 percent and set a new all-time record of 4,564, exceeding the previous record of 3,911 set in April 2006.
American Honda reported May truck sales of 53,201, a decrease of 12.1 percent. Year-to-date American Honda sales increased 3.1 percent to 655,819.
(1) All percentages in this release reflect the daily selling rate as calculated with 27 days for May 2008, versus 26 for 2007. Year to date, the daily selling rate is calculated with 129 days for 2008, versus 127 for 2007.
For more information about Honda vehicles, please visit www.honda.com. For media inquiries, please go to www.hondanews.com. For more information about Acura vehicles, please visit www.acura.com. For media inquiries, please go to www.acuranews.com.
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Subaru Reports All Time Record May Sales
Forester Sales up Significantly - 66% Gain
CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today
reported the Company's best May sales ever with 18,436 total units sold.
Retail sales were up 13% over the same month in 2007, driven by strong
consumer demand.
The new 2009 model year Subaru Forester was up 66 percent.
"Thanks to the tremendous job our Subaru Retailers are doing and our
strong products, we had another exceptional month of retail sales," said
Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales for Subaru of America. "Additionally,
with great press in Motor Trend, USA Today and other leading publications,
we look forward to continued strong sales."
For a complete sales chart and additional information about Subaru of
America, Inc. and Subaru vehicles, visit our media website at
http://www.media.subaru.com.
SOURCE Subaru of America, Inc.
CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today
reported the Company's best May sales ever with 18,436 total units sold.
Retail sales were up 13% over the same month in 2007, driven by strong
consumer demand.
The new 2009 model year Subaru Forester was up 66 percent.
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Model 2008 May % v 2007
Total Legacy 1,973 +11%
Total Outback 6,512 -9%
(incl. Legacy Wagon)
Total Impreza 4,301 +8%
Total Forester 6,412 +66%
Total Tribeca 1,211 +4%
Total 18,436
strong products, we had another exceptional month of retail sales," said
Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales for Subaru of America. "Additionally,
with great press in Motor Trend, USA Today and other leading publications,
we look forward to continued strong sales."
For a complete sales chart and additional information about Subaru of
America, Inc. and Subaru vehicles, visit our media website at
http://www.media.subaru.com.
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6/3/2008 MAY MONTH END SALES/INVENTORY COMPARISON 2008 VS 2007
May-08 May-07
NAT'L May-08 % CHG May-07 YTD % CHG YTD
Total Sales 18436 13% 16282 76088 4% 73046
Dealer Inventory 37858 36542 37858 36542
LEGACY
Total Legacy 1973 11% 1781 8988 17% 7696
OUTBACK
Total Outback w/
Legacy wagon 4539 -16% 5378 20275 -12% 23162
*Starting with MY-08
no longer selling
Legacy Wagon
IMPREZA
Total Impreza
Sedan AWD 1822 -25% 2444 8676 -17% 10469
Total Impreza Wagon 2479 61% 1537 10814 69% 6416
Grand Total Impreza 4301 8% 3981 19490 15% 16885
FORESTER
Grand Total Forester 6412 66% 3871 21739 18% 18467
TRIBECA
Grand Total Tribeca 1211 4% 1166 5595 -4% 5853
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BMW Group USA Reports May Sales
BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) up 3.1 percent in May. MINI
sales reached all-time sales record.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S.
(BMW and MINI combined) today reported May vehicle sales of 31,781, an
increase of 3.1 percent from the 30,819 vehicles sold in the same month of
2007. For the first five months of 2008, BMW Group sales are down 2.4
percent, to 131,758 vehicles versus the 134,944 sold January through May of
2007.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were down 4.6 percent, to 25,469 vehicles compared to
26,689 vehicles sold in May 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of
110,569 vehicles compared to the 119,359 reported in the same period a year
ago, a decline of 7.4 percent.
"In spite of the small decline we saw in May, we see that buyers of
premium vehicles remain active in the market. This continues to help keep
our turn rates strong and momentum maintained through this difficult
period," said Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO of BMW (US) Holding Corp. "In
addition, we are finding that buyers respond positively to the fact that
premium products can also be efficient and smart purchases. This is a
message we continue to communicate about our BMW lineup."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are down 7.2 percent in May to 19,884 versus
21,421 in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales are down 6.8
percent, to 86,967 automobiles compared to 93,327 in the same period of
2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles are up 6 percent in May to 5,585
vehicles over the 5,268 sold last May. Year-to-date, sales of BMW Sports
Activity Vehicles decreased by 9.3 percent, to 23,602 vehicles compared to
the 26,032 sold in the same period of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported an all-time record in May. The brand sold 6,312 cars,
a 52.8 percent increase compared to 4,130 cars sold in the same period a
year ago. MINI USA also reported sales of 21,189 cars for the first five
months of 2008, an increase of 36 percent over the 15,585 vehicles sold in
the same period a year ago.
Both the MINI Cooper and Cooper S, as well as the new MINI Clubman were
very well received during the month of May.
Says Jim McDowell, Vice-President MINI USA: "Dealers are seeing a wide
range of trade-ins including a lot of full-size SUVs and pick-up trucks as
America thinks more about the cost of fuel. As a result, we are seeing more
consideration for small premium vehicles like MINI than ever before."
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
BMW Certified Pre-Owned reports its best sales month ever in May 2008
with 9,616 CPO vehicles sold versus 8,468 vehicles reported last May, an
increase of 13.6 percent. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 26.5 percent, to
44,077 over the 34,844 reported in the same period in 2007.
SOURCE BMW of North America, LLC
sales reached all-time sales record.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S.
(BMW and MINI combined) today reported May vehicle sales of 31,781, an
increase of 3.1 percent from the 30,819 vehicles sold in the same month of
2007. For the first five months of 2008, BMW Group sales are down 2.4
percent, to 131,758 vehicles versus the 134,944 sold January through May of
2007.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were down 4.6 percent, to 25,469 vehicles compared to
26,689 vehicles sold in May 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of
110,569 vehicles compared to the 119,359 reported in the same period a year
ago, a decline of 7.4 percent.
"In spite of the small decline we saw in May, we see that buyers of
premium vehicles remain active in the market. This continues to help keep
our turn rates strong and momentum maintained through this difficult
period," said Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO of BMW (US) Holding Corp. "In
addition, we are finding that buyers respond positively to the fact that
premium products can also be efficient and smart purchases. This is a
message we continue to communicate about our BMW lineup."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are down 7.2 percent in May to 19,884 versus
21,421 in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales are down 6.8
percent, to 86,967 automobiles compared to 93,327 in the same period of
2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles are up 6 percent in May to 5,585
vehicles over the 5,268 sold last May. Year-to-date, sales of BMW Sports
Activity Vehicles decreased by 9.3 percent, to 23,602 vehicles compared to
the 26,032 sold in the same period of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported an all-time record in May. The brand sold 6,312 cars,
a 52.8 percent increase compared to 4,130 cars sold in the same period a
year ago. MINI USA also reported sales of 21,189 cars for the first five
months of 2008, an increase of 36 percent over the 15,585 vehicles sold in
the same period a year ago.
Both the MINI Cooper and Cooper S, as well as the new MINI Clubman were
very well received during the month of May.
Says Jim McDowell, Vice-President MINI USA: "Dealers are seeing a wide
range of trade-ins including a lot of full-size SUVs and pick-up trucks as
America thinks more about the cost of fuel. As a result, we are seeing more
consideration for small premium vehicles like MINI than ever before."
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Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, May 2008
May May YTD YTD
2008 2007 % 2008 2007 %
BMW brand 25,469 26,689 -4.6 110,569 119,359 -7.4
BMW passenger
cars 19884 21,421 -7.2 86,967 93,327 -6.8
BMW light
trucks (SAVs) 5,585 5,268 6.0 23,602 26,032 -9.3
MINI brand 6,312 4,130 52.8 21,189 15,585 36.0
TOTAL Group 31,781 30,819 3.1 131,758 134,944 -2.4
BMW Certified Pre-Owned reports its best sales month ever in May 2008
with 9,616 CPO vehicles sold versus 8,468 vehicles reported last May, an
increase of 13.6 percent. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 26.5 percent, to
44,077 over the 34,844 reported in the same period in 2007.
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Sales BMW of North America, LLC, May 2008
YTD YTD
May 08 May 07 % May 08 May 07 %
1 Series 1765 0 4386 0
3 Series 11,913 13,930 -14.5% 50,327 60,265 -16.5%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 549 925 -40.6% 3,229 3,742 -13.7%
5 Series 3,899 4,431 -12.0% 19,572 19,151 2.2%
6 Series 661 958 -31.0% 3,083 3,681 -16.2%
7 Series 1,097 1,177 -6.8% 6,370 6,488 -1.8%
BMW passenger cars 19,884 21,421 -7.2% 86,967 93,327 -6.8%
X3 2,125 2,410 -11.8% 8,092 11,391 -29.0%
X5 2,728 2,858 -4.5% 14,123 14,641 -3.5%
X6 732 0 1,387 0
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 5,585 5,268 6.0% 23,602 26,032 -9.3%
BMW brand 25,469 26,689 -4.6% 110,569 119,359 -7.4%
Cooper /S Hardtop 4,239 3,264 29.9% 14,489 12,546 15.5%
Cooper /S Convertible 878 866 1.4% 2,758 3,039 -9.2%
Cooper /S Clubman 1,195 0 3,942 0
MINI brand 6,312 4,130 52.8% 21,189 15,585 36.0%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 31,781 30,819 3.1% 131,758 134,944 -2.4%
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Mitsubishi Motors Reports May Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors today
announced total May 2008 sales of 10,430.
-- Galant sales in May were 2,783, an increase of 7.9 percent over May
2007. Galant sales are up 14.5 percent calendar-year-to-date.
-- Lancer Evolution sales were 351, up 23.6% for the month compared to
last May.
-- Consistent with the overall U.S. market, total Mitsubishi sales were
off 23.6% for May compared to May 2007 sales of 13,651.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all
manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development
operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes,
convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a
network of approximately 480 dealers. For more information, contact the
Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit
http://media.mitsubishicars.com.
SOURCE Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
announced total May 2008 sales of 10,430.
-- Galant sales in May were 2,783, an increase of 7.9 percent over May
2007. Galant sales are up 14.5 percent calendar-year-to-date.
-- Lancer Evolution sales were 351, up 23.6% for the month compared to
last May.
-- Consistent with the overall U.S. market, total Mitsubishi sales were
off 23.6% for May compared to May 2007 sales of 13,651.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all
manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development
operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes,
convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a
network of approximately 480 dealers. For more information, contact the
Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit
http://media.mitsubishicars.com.
SOURCE Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
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All-New TSX Shattered Model's All-Time Sales Record
TORRANCE, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- In its first full month of
sales, the all-new 2009 Acura TSX posted its best month in the model's
history with 4,564 units sold- topping the previous mark of 3,911 set in
April of 2006. So strong are TSX sales that for the first time ever, it
topped the monthly sales of TL and MDX. Acura sales for May were 14,893
units, down 9.9 percent based on Daily Selling Rate* while year-to-date
sales totaled 65,458 units, down 13.8 percent compared to 2007.
"Even the luxury market appears to be taking a hard look at high fuel
prices," said **** Colliver, executive vice president of sales. "Record
sales of the all-new 2009 TSX indicate that its combination of a powerful
and efficient i-VTEC(R) 4-cylinder engine, bold styling and Acura's
trademark driving character are what the market desires."
Eclipsing the previous best-ever TSX monthly sales record by 16.7
percent and shattering the previous May total by 53.7 percent, the totally
redesigned 2009 TSX is proving popular right off the start. The all-new
2009 TSX is larger, more agile and more luxurious than ever before, raising
the standards significantly for Acura's entry-level sedan. Major advances
in handling, interior comfort, customer-relevant technology and safety
features all contribute to the new TSX's appeal. Moreover, the TSX's
improvements in fuel economy, along with a reduction in emissions are
especially important considering today's high fuel prices. Strong initial
sales of the 2009 TSX indicate that smart packaging and good fuel economy
are of increasing importance to consumers.
The second-best selling Acura model in May was the TL performance
luxury sedan, with 4,294 units. In addition, Acura light-truck sales for
the MDX luxury SUV were 4,277 units, while the turbocharged RDX crossover
SUV sold 1,368 units.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 27 selling days for May 2008
versus 26 selling days for May 2007. Year-to-date sales based on 129 days
for 2008 versus 127 days for 2007.
SOURCE American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
TORRANCE, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- In its first full month of
sales, the all-new 2009 Acura TSX posted its best month in the model's
history with 4,564 units sold- topping the previous mark of 3,911 set in
April of 2006. So strong are TSX sales that for the first time ever, it
topped the monthly sales of TL and MDX. Acura sales for May were 14,893
units, down 9.9 percent based on Daily Selling Rate* while year-to-date
sales totaled 65,458 units, down 13.8 percent compared to 2007.
"Even the luxury market appears to be taking a hard look at high fuel
prices," said **** Colliver, executive vice president of sales. "Record
sales of the all-new 2009 TSX indicate that its combination of a powerful
and efficient i-VTEC(R) 4-cylinder engine, bold styling and Acura's
trademark driving character are what the market desires."
Eclipsing the previous best-ever TSX monthly sales record by 16.7
percent and shattering the previous May total by 53.7 percent, the totally
redesigned 2009 TSX is proving popular right off the start. The all-new
2009 TSX is larger, more agile and more luxurious than ever before, raising
the standards significantly for Acura's entry-level sedan. Major advances
in handling, interior comfort, customer-relevant technology and safety
features all contribute to the new TSX's appeal. Moreover, the TSX's
improvements in fuel economy, along with a reduction in emissions are
especially important considering today's high fuel prices. Strong initial
sales of the 2009 TSX indicate that smart packaging and good fuel economy
are of increasing importance to consumers.
The second-best selling Acura model in May was the TL performance
luxury sedan, with 4,294 units. In addition, Acura light-truck sales for
the MDX luxury SUV were 4,277 units, while the turbocharged RDX crossover
SUV sold 1,368 units.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 27 selling days for May 2008
versus 26 selling days for May 2007. Year-to-date sales based on 129 days
for 2008 versus 127 days for 2007.
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Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
May May DSR** May May DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 14,893 15,920 -9.9% 65,458 74,774 -13.8%
RSX 0 12 1 287 -99.7%
TL * 4,294 5,760 -28.2% 20,227 24,814 -19.7%
TSX 4,564 2,859 53.7% 13,814 14,007 -2.9%
RL 390 653 -42.5% 2,290 2,858 -21.1%
MDX * 4,277 4,623 -10.9% 21,137 22,388 -7.1%
RDX * 1,368 2,012 -34.5% 7,989 10,419 -24.5%
Selling Days 27 26 129 127
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
**** Colliver is bum. "Powerful and efficient with bold styling" Its weak, not that efficent and the styling is ugly, not bold.
I have no respect for their management. THey are that excited about the LOWEST PRICED luxury badged sedan? Are they serious?
They need to be concerened that the fairly new RDX and MDX has dropped, the RL is a total joke and the new TL can't come fast enough.