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Kia America Achieves Historic Sales Milestone in October

Kia America has made headlines by recording its highest-ever sales in October, selling a staggering 69,002 units. This impressive achievement positions the company strongly to potentially reach its highest annual sales volume for the third consecutive year. The increase in sales can be attributed to retail sales at Kia dealerships, which have risen by 8% year-to-date compared to 2024. As of now, Kia has sold 705,150 units in 2025, representing an 8% increase in sales from the previous year.

Among the models leading this sales surge are the Kia Carnival, Sportage, and K5, which have all set sales records for October. Notably, several other Kia models, including the Niro, Carnival, K5, Seltos, and Sportage, experienced significant year-over-year sales increases of 75%, 35%, 31%, 32%, and 17%, respectively. These results highlight the growing popularity of Kia's diverse lineup, further evidenced by a 16% increase in sales of electrified models and a modest 2% increase in SUVs compared to the same time last year.

Eric Watson, the Vice President of Sales Operations at Kia America, expressed optimism about the company's performance despite the challenges facing the automotive industry. He noted, "Kia is focused on long-term growth by offering our customers a diverse range of models that provide exceptional value. We remain on track to achieve our third consecutive annual sales record."

Exciting developments are on the horizon for Kia, as the debut of the second-generation Telluride SUV is scheduled for this month at the Los Angeles Auto Show. To build anticipation, Kia has released camouflaged images of the new model, which is poised to meet customer expectations. The Telluride holds a special place in Kia's history, being the first vehicle designed specifically for the U.S. market and earning multiple prestigious awards, including the World Car of the Year and North American Utility Vehicle of the Year.

Moreover, Kia has launched a creative campaign celebrating the Telluride's transformative power, emphasizing its pivotal role in redefining the Kia brand. The discontinuation of the Kia Soul, recognized as a symbol of Kia's historic transformation, marks the end of an era. Over the years, the Soul has sold over 1.5 million units in the U.S. since its introduction in 2009, attracting a younger audience with its unique design and cheerful personality. The last Soul will roll off production lines at the end of the 2025 model year.

October Sales Breakdown

The following is a summary of Kia's sales performance across various models for October:

• - EV9: 666 (compared to 1,941 last October)
• - EV6: 508 (1,732 last October)
• - K4/Forte: 9,955 (12,858 last October)
• - K5: 7,631 (5,818 last October)
• - Soul: 3,991 (4,622 last October)
• - Niro: 2,698 (1,546 last October)
• - Seltos: 5,622 (4,266 last October)
• - Sportage: 16,057 (13,681 last October)
• - Sorento: 6,698 (7,841 last October)
• - Telluride: 8,571 (9,694 last October)
• - Carnival: 6,605 (4,909 last October)

Overall, Kia's total sales for October reached 69,002, slightly ahead of last year's 68,908, with year-to-date sales totaling 705,150, compared to 653,078 last year.

Kia America is based in Irvine, California, and has consistently topped automotive quality surveys. The company has been recognized as one of the Most Sustainable Companies in the World by TIME Magazine in 2024. Kia serves as the Official Automotive Partner of the NBA and WNBA, offering a range of vehicles including gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric models sold through nearly 800 dealerships across the U.S. Many of their SUVs are proudly assembled in the United States.

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