April 2017 Sales Thread
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Hyundai
http://www.hyundainews.com/us/en/med...ompany-history
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA REPORTS BEST TUCSON SALES MONTH IN COMPANY HISTORY
- April Sales of 63,050 Vehicles; Up 1 Percent Overall
- Best Combined CUV/SUV April Ever
- Elantra and Sonata Also See Increases in April
“Consumers are finding that within the heart of the Hyundai lineup there is a vehicle ideally suited for their needs and lifestyles,” said Derrick Hatami, vice president of national sales, Hyundai Motor America. “Hyundai’s car-to-CUV/SUV mix is improving and our ‘Better Than Ever Sales’ event is increasing consumer demand for Hyundai cars.”
HYUNDAI BRAND HIGHLIGHTS
- Tucson up 29 percent with 9,952 vehicles sold
- Santa Fe family sales totaled 9,480, up 33 percent
- Elantra sales totaled 16,346; up 32 percent
- Sonata sales up 7 percent with 16,294 vehicles sold; 2018 Sonata being pulled ahead to meet demand
- All-new Hyundai IONIQ gaining momentum with increased dealer inventory
- Hyundai consumer consideration and brand opinion reach all-time highs in Q1
GENESIS BRAND HIGHLIGHTS
“As we continue to focus on building the Genesis brand, we’ve achieved significant improvements in unaided awareness, consumer opinion, and proud-to-own data in the first quarter of the year,” said Erwin Raphael, general manager of Genesis in the U.S. market. “We’ve also received many positive responses from both consumers and media who have driven the G80 and G90 and we are continuing to grow our position in the luxury car market.”
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Audi
https://media.audiusa.com/en-us/releases/164Audi of America sets April sales record on strong demand across lineup
- Q5 SUV sales increased 26 percent to 5,028 vehicles
- Sales of Q7 rose 22 percent; Second-best month for flagship SUV
- Consumer demand for A4 sedan increased 9 percent; A5 sales up 24 percent
It was the best April sales result for Audi in the U.S., marking the brand’s 76th straight monthly record. The previous April record was set last year with 17,801 vehicles sold. Through the first four months of 2017, Audi sales have risen 8 percent to 64,358 vehicles.
April results were bolstered by strong demand across the brand’s SUV lineup, with total sales in the segment increasing 18 percent over last April and 19 percent year-to-date. The newly launched Q5 led the gains with 5,028 vehicles sold, an increase of 26 percent. Sales of the Q7 rose 22 percent over last year to 3,022 vehicles, the 2nd-best month on record for the model. The Q3 posted 1,510 sales for the month.
Consumer demand for A4 and A5 models was also strong. The A4 sedan posted sales of 3,246 vehicles, a 9 percent increase for the month and a 20 percent gain year-to-date. A4 allroad sales jumped 61 percent to 236 vehicles. The A5 recorded 1,007 deliveries in April, an increase of 24 percent from last year.
“Customers are responding well to our new products,” said Mark Del Rosso, chief operating officer, Audi of America. “With the new Q5 in full force and the new A5, we have much cause to be optimistic that our product offensive will position us well for continued growth this year.”
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Porsche
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea...300449841.html
Porsche Reports New All-time Record Sales Month in April
5,529 vehicles sold in the U.S.
ATLANTA, May 2, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor in the United States of Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and Cayman, Panamera, Cayenne, and Macan model lines, today announced April 2017 sales of 5,529 vehicles. This is a 2.2 percent increase over April 2016. Year-to-date, sales are up 3.4 percent over last year with 18,247 vehicles.Panamera sales were particularly strong with 1,098 deliveries in the new model's first full month on the market, a remarkable 196 percent increase over April of last year. Boxster deliveries stood at 319, a 42.4 percent increase over last year.
"We are pleased to see such a strong start for our new Panamera, surpassing the 1,000 unit per month mark for the first time ever," remarked Klaus Zellmer, President and Chief Executive Officer of PCNA. "April is always a strong month for Porsche, and 2017 is no different."Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle sales in the U.S. were 1,641, a 9.6 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 10.6 percent and stand at 5,947 for the first four months of 2017.
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Lexus and BMW both down big.
3series is taking a beating, I think due to very poor lease programs right now.
5series - production is ramping up.
For Lexus, new LS and LC cant come soon enough.
They need to replace the CT and get a small SUV to compete with X1/GLA.
3series is taking a beating, I think due to very poor lease programs right now.
5series - production is ramping up.
For Lexus, new LS and LC cant come soon enough.
They need to replace the CT and get a small SUV to compete with X1/GLA.
wow, look at that c class sales
lexus continues to struggle pretty badly. LS will help a bit for a while, i don't see how LC will help the sales numbers significantly though
lexus continues to struggle pretty badly. LS will help a bit for a while, i don't see how LC will help the sales numbers significantly though
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Subaru
http://media.subaru.com/pressrelease...u-record-april
STRONG IMPREZA SALES HELPS PROPEL SUBARU TO RECORD APRIL
- Record April - monthly sales increase 4 percent over April 2016
- 65 consecutive months of yearly month-over-month growth
- Best April ever for Outback, Forester and Impreza
- 38 consecutive months of more than 10,000 Outbacks sold
- 45 consecutive months of more than 10,000 Foresters sold
Cherry Hill, N.J. - Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 52,368 vehicle sales for April 2017, a 4 percent increase over April 2016, and the best April in the history of the company. The automaker also reported year-to-date sales of 196,618 vehicles, a 7.6 percent gain over the same period in 2016.
April marked the 38th consecutive month of 40,000+ vehicle sales for the company. Outback, Forester and Impreza sales were notably strong as each model achieved its best April ever. Impreza sales for April 2017 increased 66.2 percent over the same month in 2016 and marked the 2nd time that Impreza has topped 8,000 units in a month.
“With positive press reaction to the all-new Impreza and upcoming Crosstrek models, we expect even stronger demand as we enter the summer months,” said Thomas J. Doll, president and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, Inc. “2017 looks set to be our tenth year of consecutive sales growth, with more new product to come.”
“Despite a more competitive market, we’re proud of our retailer’s ability to increase sales volume and market share,” said Jeff Walters, senior vice president of sales. “We are well positioned for continued success with our crossover models, as well as record sales volume from the all-new Impreza.”
Earlier in April, Subaru of America once again won in three major categories of the Kelley Blue Book 2017 Brand Image Awards including Best Overall Brand, Most Trusted Brand and Best Performance Brand. This marks the 2nd consecutive year Subaru has been awarded all 3 top honors; the second straight year Subaru has won Best Overall Brand and the 3rd consecutive win for Most Trusted Brand and Best Performance Brand. Also in April, the 2017 Impreza made the Wards 10 Best Interiors list for interior design and styling, as well as for its easy-to-use multimedia system.
April marked the 38th consecutive month of 40,000+ vehicle sales for the company. Outback, Forester and Impreza sales were notably strong as each model achieved its best April ever. Impreza sales for April 2017 increased 66.2 percent over the same month in 2016 and marked the 2nd time that Impreza has topped 8,000 units in a month.
“With positive press reaction to the all-new Impreza and upcoming Crosstrek models, we expect even stronger demand as we enter the summer months,” said Thomas J. Doll, president and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, Inc. “2017 looks set to be our tenth year of consecutive sales growth, with more new product to come.”
“Despite a more competitive market, we’re proud of our retailer’s ability to increase sales volume and market share,” said Jeff Walters, senior vice president of sales. “We are well positioned for continued success with our crossover models, as well as record sales volume from the all-new Impreza.”
Earlier in April, Subaru of America once again won in three major categories of the Kelley Blue Book 2017 Brand Image Awards including Best Overall Brand, Most Trusted Brand and Best Performance Brand. This marks the 2nd consecutive year Subaru has been awarded all 3 top honors; the second straight year Subaru has won Best Overall Brand and the 3rd consecutive win for Most Trusted Brand and Best Performance Brand. Also in April, the 2017 Impreza made the Wards 10 Best Interiors list for interior design and styling, as well as for its easy-to-use multimedia system.
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Autonews
http://www.autonews.com/article/2017...IL01/305029917
LUXURY: Mercedes expands lead as sales fall
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Mercedes-Benz and BMW, No. 1 and No. 2, both cited limited availability of key models in contributing to a 7.9 percent decrease at Mercedes-Benz and a 9.3 percent drop at BMW. No. 3 Lexus experienced an 11 percent decrease in April.
Mercedes-Benz increased its 2017 luxury sales lead, selling 26,932 vehicles in April, excluding commercial vans. Through the first four months of 2017, the brand’s luxury sales are 1 percent higher than 2016.
“While we're outpacing last year, we saw some challenges in April due to limits on availability of some of our most popular model lines (GLC, CLA and GLA) during model changeover,” Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Dietmar Exler said in a statement. “That said, we are looking for another record year.”
The C class, GLE and E class were the brand’s volume leaders in April. Mercedes-AMG sales continue to soar with 3,130 of the performance vehicles sold in April and 11,469 sold year-to-date, a 48 percent increase.
BMW lost its year-to-date sales gain it had at the end of March. The brand is now down 1.3 percent with sales of 94,306 through April.
“For BMW, tight supply of key models had a strong effect in April,” BMW of North America CEO Bernhard Kuhnt said in a statement. “Our very popular new 5 Series is still ramping up production as the latest variants are making their way to our dealerships. Our sports activity vehicles are still in high demand with the X1 and X3 turning in good results.”
BMW noted big increases in April for the X3, up 32 percent; the X1, up 29 percent; and the 7 series, up 14 percent.
For Lexus, April continued the brand’s 2017 slide. For the first four months of the year, the brand is down 15 percent overall, the biggest year-to-date drop for all luxury competitors.
“Thanks to continued consumer interest in luxury utility vehicles and a healthy inventory, NX achieved its best April yet,” Lexus General Manager Jeff Bracken said in a statement. “Moving into May, we’re excited to launch our stunning new flagship coupe, the LC 500 and LC 500h.”
The other luxury brands with drops in April were Acura with a 13 percent decline and Lincoln with a 0.9 percent drop.
Brands that saw big increases in April included Cadillac, up 9.5 percent; Jaguar, up 1971 percent; and Volvo, up 15 percent.
U.S. sales of luxury vehicles slid 1.6 percent in April to 159,793, driven by big declines at the top three brands, with Mercedes maintaining and expanding its lead over rivals BMW and Lexus.
Mercedes-Benz and BMW, No. 1 and No. 2, both cited limited availability of key models in contributing to a 7.9 percent decrease at Mercedes-Benz and a 9.3 percent drop at BMW. No. 3 Lexus experienced an 11 percent decrease in April.
Mercedes-Benz increased its 2017 luxury sales lead, selling 26,932 vehicles in April, excluding commercial vans. Through the first four months of 2017, the brand’s luxury sales are 1 percent higher than 2016.
“While we're outpacing last year, we saw some challenges in April due to limits on availability of some of our most popular model lines (GLC, CLA and GLA) during model changeover,” Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Dietmar Exler said in a statement. “That said, we are looking for another record year.”
The C class, GLE and E class were the brand’s volume leaders in April. Mercedes-AMG sales continue to soar with 3,130 of the performance vehicles sold in April and 11,469 sold year-to-date, a 48 percent increase.
BMW lost its year-to-date sales gain it had at the end of March. The brand is now down 1.3 percent with sales of 94,306 through April.
“For BMW, tight supply of key models had a strong effect in April,” BMW of North America CEO Bernhard Kuhnt said in a statement. “Our very popular new 5 Series is still ramping up production as the latest variants are making their way to our dealerships. Our sports activity vehicles are still in high demand with the X1 and X3 turning in good results.”
BMW noted big increases in April for the X3, up 32 percent; the X1, up 29 percent; and the 7 series, up 14 percent.
For Lexus, April continued the brand’s 2017 slide. For the first four months of the year, the brand is down 15 percent overall, the biggest year-to-date drop for all luxury competitors.
“Thanks to continued consumer interest in luxury utility vehicles and a healthy inventory, NX achieved its best April yet,” Lexus General Manager Jeff Bracken said in a statement. “Moving into May, we’re excited to launch our stunning new flagship coupe, the LC 500 and LC 500h.”
The other luxury brands with drops in April were Acura with a 13 percent decline and Lincoln with a 0.9 percent drop.
Brands that saw big increases in April included Cadillac, up 9.5 percent; Jaguar, up 1971 percent; and Volvo, up 15 percent.
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If you combine them they are still around 7-8k but def lower than their best months when it used to be 10-11k.
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