Core Insights - Kia America achieved record sales in September 2025, delivering 65,507 units, marking an 11 percent increase compared to September 2024, and a total of 219,637 units for the quarter [1][7] - Year-to-date sales reached 636,148 units, representing a 9 percent increase over the same period last year, with 583,163 units sold through Kia dealers [1][5] Sales Performance - Six models showed significant sales growth: K5 (+85 percent), Carnival (+48 percent), Telluride (+13 percent), Sportage (+13 percent), Sorento (+7 percent), and K4 (+4 percent) [2] - Electrified models saw a 26 percent increase, sedans increased by 19 percent, and SUVs grew by 6 percent year-over-year [5] Market Position - Kia is on track for a third consecutive annual sales record and aims for the highest-ever market share, driven by strong sales in electrified and sedan models [3] - The EV9 model achieved record sales with 3,094 units sold in September and 7,510 units in the quarter [5] Model-Specific Sales Data - Detailed sales figures for September 2025 include: - EV9: 3,094 units - EV6: 2,116 units - K4/Forte: 8,829 units - K5: 5,290 units - Soul: 4,069 units - Niro: 2,446 units - Seltos: 4,635 units - Sportage: 14,515 units - Sorento: 6,502 units - Telluride: 8,408 units [4][7] Company Overview - Kia America is headquartered in Irvine, California, and is recognized for its automotive quality, sustainability, and diverse vehicle offerings, including gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric models [8]
KIA AMERICA POSTS BEST QUARTER AND HIGHEST YEAR-TO-DATE SALES IN COMPANY HISTORY