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Kia sales results in May 2022

In these difficult times, every positive result in the automotive industry is commendable. And while other car companies are finding different ways to survive, Kia has achieved sales growth in Europe for the second month in a row.

KIA business results in April 2022

In April, for the first time, 47,725 Kia vehicles were registered, which is 12.5% ​​more than in the same period last year. This is primarily the result of an overall reduction in the vehicle market (20.2%). When it comes to models, the highest demand was for the Sportage (8,368 vehicles sold), the Ceed (7,995 vehicles – including the Ceed, XCeed, Ceed Sportswagon and ProCeed) and the electric Niro (6,735 vehicles).

In May, Kia managed to achieve even better results, although the European car market fell by 12.5%. 48,665 vehicles were registered, which is 9.8% more than last year. As a result, Kia’s market share in the European market rose to 5.1%, an increase of 2% compared to April. When it comes to models, 35% of sales were electric vehicles. The highest demand was for Kia Ceed (8,432 vehicles), Sportage (8,143 vehicles), Niro, Stonic and XCeed.

“Times are tough for the passenger car market, but sales figures show how attractive the Kia brand and its exceptional models resonate with European customers. The automotive industry is facing major changes, but Kia continues to lead vehicle sustainability and vehicle sharing and new mobility, ”said Kia Europe President Jason Jeong.

Kia plans to offer 14 electric cars by 2027, and to become a fully electric brand by 2035.

Source: KIA

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KIA business results in April 2022

The European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) released data on the business results of the South Korean company KIA in April, reaching a market share of 5.7 percent. The results include the EU, EFTA and UK markets.

Published results show that KIA achieved the same record result as at the beginning of the year, and is currently in fifth place when it comes to sales. In April, for the first time, 47,725 Kia vehicles were registered, which is 12.5% ​​more than in the same period last year. This is primarily the result of an overall reduction in the vehicle market (20.2%).

“Last month, the European car market saw a drop in sales, while Kia’s sales grew both in terms of volume and market share. The latest data show that Kia is the fastest growing brand in the EU this year. Today’s customers have a really wide choice, but Kia owners recognize the role of our exceptional offer in enabling a more sustainable future. In April, more than a third of our total sales were electrified models. As our electrified offer expands, and we continue to expand our offer in the area of ​​sharing mobility, Kia will truly create an ‘inspiring movement,’ “said Kia Europe President Jason Jeong.

When it comes to models, the highest demand was for the Sportage (8,368 vehicles sold), the Ceed (7,995 vehicles – including the Ceed, XCeed, Ceed Sportswagon and ProCeed) and the electric Niro (6,735 vehicles). The plan is to offer 14 electric cars by 2027, and to become a fully electric brand by 2035.

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Kia military hydrogen vehicles

Kia will enrich its rich military program with a new series of vehicles, but powered by hydrogen, reports The Korean.

And while Hyundai is one of the most active supporters of hydrogen propulsion, Kia is only now slowly getting involved in the race. Kia would also introduce a hydrogen-powered personal vehicle, and that should happen by 2028, ten years after Hyundai introduced the hydrogen-powered Nexo.

This news was confirmed by the company. Song Ho-sung, president of Kia Motors, said at the Hydrogen Mobility Show that Kia would focus on using hydrogen propulsion in the military segment for multifunction vehicles and power generators, and only then would the technology be offered in the passenger car program.

Perhaps unexpected, especially since the recently unveiled Hyundai Vision FK. This hydrogen athlete uses the base of Kia Stinger.

“The Vision FK is a bit of technical overkill, but it is an exciting challenge for our ambitious engineers,” said Hyundai’s head of research and development, Albert Biermann.

With 670 hp (500 kW), it reaches 62 mph in less than 4 seconds. Thanks to a complex system that combines a fuel cell energy converter with rear-wheel drive and a “plug-in” system of rechargeable batteries, Vision FK has a range of 370 miles (600 kilometers).

Source: The Korean