SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. REPORTS MAY SALES RESULTS
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Camden, N.J. June 1, 2022; Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) today reported 42,526 vehicle sales for May 2022, a 24.8 percent decrease compared with May 2021 (56,558). The automaker also reported year-to-date sales of 220,620, a 20.8 percent decrease compared with the same period in 2021. Subaru continues to face inventory challenges as the result of microchip and supply chain issues affecting automakers across the globe.
“Our retailers continue to set the standard for an exemplary customer experience, and we’re proud of their efforts to make our customer’s ownership experience the best in the industry,” said Thomas J. Doll, President and CEO of Subaru of America, Inc. “Our vehicles have also shown stellar performance, with eight Subaru models receiving 2022 TOP SAFETY PICK awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).”
In May, Outback was a top performer with 14,724 sales. Ascent sales for May 2022 increased 25.3 percent, while Legacy also saw a 5.2 percent increase compared to May 2021.
“We’re continuing to see supply chain challenges across the industry, and we are focused on delivering the top-notch vehicles and standout customer experience that Subaru is renowned for,” said Jeff Walters, Senior Vice President of Sales. “The Subaru Outback captured car-buyers’ attention in May as they seek out safe, family-friendly vehicles that also boast a sense of fun.”
Carline | May-22 | May-21 | % Chg | May-22 | May-21 | % Chg |
MTD | MTD | MTD | YTD | YTD | YTD | |
Forester | 5,496 | 20,006 | -72.5% | 42,984 | 8,7152 | -50.7% |
Impreza | 1,743 | 2,946 | -40.8% | 12,202 | 15,508 | -21.3% |
WRX/STI | 2,674 | 3,169 | -15.6% | 4,747 | 11,918 | -60.2% |
Ascent | 5,402 | 4,310 | 25.3% | 25,328 | 23,181 | 9.3% |
Legacy | 2,392 | 2,101 | 13.6% | 10,309 | 10,870 | -5.2% |
Outback | 14,724 | 13,994 | 5.2% | 64,206 | 71,225 | -9.9% |
BRZ | 201 | 19 | 957.9% | 1,470 | 720 | 104.2% |
Crosstrek | 9,894 | 10,013 | -1.2% | 59,374 | 57,799 | 2.7% |
TOTAL | 42,526 | 56,558 | -24.8% | 220,620 | 278,373 | -20.8% |
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