KIA AMERICA POSTS BEST-EVER NOVEMBER SALES

• Sportage shows a triple-digit sales increase for the second month in a row
• Sales of Kia’s electrified models have been increasing in double-digit sales for the past five months

Irvine, California, December 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Kia America announced best-ever November sales of 56,703 units, an 8 percent increase over the previous November sales record set in 2016, and a 25.1 percent year-over-year improvement. For the second month in a row, sales were led by the Sportage family of SUVs, which were up 144 percent over the same period a year ago. Sales of Kia’s electrified models – which posted double- or triple-digit gains in the last five months – also contributed to the record-breaking performance with a 133 percent year-over-year increase.

“Based on our best sales in the third quarter and October, Kia’s upward momentum continues with a record November with SUVs and hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles pushing the brand higher than ever,” he said. Eric WatsonVice President, Sales Operations, Kia America. “With the Sportage up 144 percent and our electrified lineup posting double-digit sales gains for the fifth month in a row, we’re confident we’ll finish the year strong, and this positive sales momentum will continue into 2023.”

In addition to sales, November saw a number of significant brand announcements, including:

• The Kia EV6 has been named a finalist in the 2023 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Award.
• Kia’s guaranteed minimum $1,000,000 A minimum donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital^® As part of the brand’s “Accelerate The Good” charity initiatives¹.
• Kia takes home the most model awards – five – at the JD Power 2023 US ALG Residual Value Awards. The segment is won by Telluride (3-row mid-size SUVs), Sportage (compact SUVs), K5 (mid-size cars), Soul (micro SUVs) and Rio (small cars), leading Kia to the best level year-over-year . Improvement of each mass market brand in the annual assessment.
• Kia’s US unveiling of the 2024 Kia ​​Seltos with significant upgrades across the board, including increased horsepower, a first available in the segment² A panoramic display that includes two 10.25-inch screens and an electric gate is available³
• Kia’s participation in Electrify Expo Austin. The latest of five nationwide events where leaders in vehicle electrification gathered to share best practices and chart the best way forward as the industry transitions to all-electric models.

Kia America – On us

headquarters b Irvine, California, Kia America Continues to be at the top of car quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 best global brands. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and offers a variety of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the US, including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America*.

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* The K5, Sportage, Sorento and Telluride (excluding HEV and PHEV models) are assembled in United States Distributed in the US and worldwide.

¹ Kia will donate $8.00 For each new Kia vehicle purchased or leased at authorized Kia dealerships, and delivered to retail customers, between November 11, 2022and December 31, 2022 – with a guaranteed minimum contribution of $1,000,000 In aggregate – to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. For more information, please click here.
² First segment between competitive entry SUVsexcluding others Kia Vehicles; Competitive specifications sourced from manufacturer websites.
³ Driving with the door open may be illegal and may draw dangerous exhaust fumes into the vehicle; If you choose to do this, leave the vents and windows open for ventilation.

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