Chrysler Reports June 2010 U.S. Sales Increased 35 Percent - Momentum Continues with Third Consecutive Month of Year-Over-Year Increases
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AUBURN HILLS, MI - July 1, 2010: Chrysler Group LLC today reported a U.S. sales increase of 35 percent, versus June 2009, the third consecutive year-over-year percentage sales improvement, and double the industry's average percentage increase.
"This 35 percent increase in year-over-year sales shows that we continue to build on our sales momentum," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer - Ram Truck Brand and Lead Executive for U.S. Sales. "Consumer buzz is building tremendously with the arrival of our all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee in dealerships now, as well as the continuing accolades for our new Ram Heavy-Duty pickup trucks."
Chrysler Group reported total U.S. sales for June of 92,482 units, an increase of 35 percent versus June 2009 (68,297 units), even in the face of a softer-than-expected June for the industry.
Chrysler Group finished the month with a 60-day supply of inventory (221,726 units), a 14 percent increase versus June 2009 (195,272 units). The 60-day supply is down from a 71-day supply in June 2009. Overall, U.S. industry sales figures for June are projected at an estimated 11.4 SAAR.
"As we enter the busy summer travel season, all four of our brands - Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram Truck - enjoyed sales increases during June," Diaz said. "Our minivan pledge continues to resonate with consumers, as both the Dodge Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans posted significant year-over-year sales increases."
The new 2011 Jeep® Grand Cherokee started arriving in dealerships in June and will be available in greater volumes this month. The new Grand Cherokee follows the introduction of the all-new 2010 Ram Heavy-Duty pickup trucks and the all-new 2011 Ram Chassis Cab. Chrysler Group later this year will launch 16 all-new or refreshed products representing 75 percent of the model lineup.
June U.S. Sales Highlights
-- Jeep Brand sales (20,731 units) increased 25 percent versus the same time period last year (16,608 units-- Jeep Brand sales were up more than 9 percent in the second quarter this year, compared with the second quarter of 2009
-- Jeep Wrangler sales (8,923 units) improved 86 percent versus June 2009 (4,810 units)
-- Jeep Wrangler just received Edmunds' Inside Line 2010 Readers' Most Wanted Award in the "Instant Classic Under $30,000" category
-- Jeep Compass sales (1,259 units) increased 30 percent compared with June last year (967 units)
-- Dodge Brand sales (36,996 units) were up 67 percent compared with June 2009 (22,180 units)
-- The Dodge brand posted the highest year-over-year sales increase in June of the four brands
-- Dodge Caravan sales (8,658) were up 49 percent versus June 2009 (5,820 units)
-- Dodge Caliber sales (4,728) increased 34 percent compared with June last year (3,538 units)
-- Dodge Avenger Sedan, Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger sales each increased by triple digit percentages versus June 2009
-- Dodge Challenger posted a June sales record (3,086), as well as a record for the second quarter and half year
-- Dodge Nitro sales (1,591) increased 8 percent compared with June 2009 (1,471) units
-- Dodge Viper sales increased by triple digits, versus June 2009
-- Chrysler Brand sales (17,893 units) increased 30 percent compared with June 2009 (13,753 units)
-- Chrysler Town & Country minivan sales (9,595 units) improved 34 percent versus June 2009 (7,178 units
-- Chrysler Sebring (sedan and convertible) sales (3,978 units) increased 127 percent compared with June 2009 (1,752 units)
-- Chrysler 300 sales (3,304 units) increased 13 percent compared with June 2009 (2,917 units)
-- Ram Brand sales (16,862 units) increased 7 percent versus June 2009 (15,728 units)
-- Ram Pickup sales (15,864 units) were up 10 percent compared with last June (14,478)
-- Ram Heavy Duty pickup truck sales increased 26 percent versus June 2009
-- Dodge Dakota sales (983 units) were up 52 percent compared with the same time period last year (645 units)
Chrysler Group LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru June 2010
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Month Sales Vol % Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
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Sebring 3,978 1,752 127% 21,365 10,685 100%
300 3,304 2,917 13% 20,877 19,299 8%
Crossfire 0 83 -100% 0 318 -100%
PT Cruiser 1,016 1,103 -8% 4,917 8,591 -43%
Aspen 0 479 -100% 30 4,963 -99%
Pacifica 0 241 -100% 0 1,727 -100%
Town &
Country 9,595 7,178 34% 60,937 43,737 39%
CHRYSLER
BRAND 17,893 13,753 30% 108,126 89,320 21%
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Compass 1,259 967 30% 10,008 5,762 74%
Patriot 3,299 2,765 19% 16,379 13,498 21%
Wrangler 8,923 4,810 86% 46,149 48,890 -6%
Liberty 3,865 3,815 1% 22,184 23,705 -6%
Grand
Cherokee 2,912 3,623 -20% 25,462 23,090 10%
Commander 473 628 -25% 6,589 5,503 20%
JEEP BRAND 20,731 16,608 25% 126,771 120,448 5%
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Caliber 4,728 3,538 34% 23,581 17,307 36%
Avenger 6,400 2,308 177% 28,401 14,738 93%
Charger 8,508 3,489 144% 45,785 29,461 55%
Challenger 3,086 1,369 125% 17,666 15,082 17%
Viper 61 20 205% 174 309 -44%
Magnum 0 28 -100% 0 113 -100%
Journey 3,964 3,796 4% 25,791 25,949 -1%
Caravan 8,658 5,820 49% 49,923 41,747 20%
Nitro 1,591 1,471 8% 9,110 9,885 -8%
Durango 0 369 -100% 36 2,827 -99%
DODGE BRAND 36,996 22,208 67% 200,467 157,418 27%
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Dakota 983 645 52% 6,779 6,743 1%
Ram P/U 15,864 14,478 10% 84,869 94,516 -10%
Sprinter 15 605 -98% 207 2,752 -92%
RAM BRAND 16,862 15,728 7% 91,855 104,011 -12%
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TOTAL DODGE 53,858 37,936 42% 292,322 261,429 12%
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TOTAL
CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC 92,482 68,297 35% 527,219 471,197 12%
TOTAL CAR 30,065 15,504 94% 157,849 107,314 47%
TOTAL TRUCK 62,417 52,793 18% 369,370 363,883 2%
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Selling Days 25 25 151 152
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