Hyundai Motor America Reports All-Time June and Q2 2021 Sales

Rhea-AI Summary

Hyundai Motor America announced record sales in June 2021, achieving 72,465 units sold, a remarkable 45% increase from June 2020. This marks the highest June sales in the company's history and continues a trend of record-breaking months. Retail sales also set new records, with a 36% increase to 66,765 units. Eco-friendly vehicles surged 639%, making up 11% of the retail volume. The company reported all-time highs in Q2 with total sales of 240,005 units, up 69%, and first-half sales of 407,135 units, up 49% compared to 2020.

Positive

• Total June sales reached 72,465 units, a 45% increase year-over-year.
• Setting a new record for June sales marks Hyundai's highest total.
• Retail sales increased to 66,765 units, up 36%, establishing a new retail record for June.
• Eco-friendly vehicle sales soared by 639%, contributing 11% to the retail volume.
• Q2 total sales reached 240,005 units, a 69% increase, hitting an all-time high.
• First-half sales achieved 407,135 units, a 49% increase compared to the previous year.

Negative

• Sales of the Palisade decreased by 27% in June, which could indicate a potential issue with demand.
• The Veloster saw a significant drop of 87% in sales when compared to June 2020.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America reported total June sales of 72,465 units, a 45% increase compared with June 2020. This was the highest June sales total in Hyundai history and the fourth consecutive month setting a new monthly record.

"The dedication of our retail partners in delivering Hyundai vehicles with an outstanding consumer experience is paying off with even more sales records," said Randy Parker, senior vice president, National Sales, Hyundai Motor America. "We continue to successfully manage the extraordinary consumer demand in close collaboration with our manufacturing and supply chain partners."

June Retail Highlights
Hyundai set a new June retail sales record with 66,765 retail sales, up 36%. Retail sales rose for the entire lineup with SUVs (+24%), cars (+64%) and eco-friendly vehicles (+639%), all growing substantially. Eco-friendly vehicles also accounted for 11% of the retail volume.

Q2 and First Half Highlights
In the second quarter, Hyundai sold 240,005 total (+69%) and 226,094 retail (+69%) units, both all-time Q2 records. The first half also saw new records with 407,135 total (+49%) and 383,564 retail (+55%) sales.

June Total Sales Summary

	Jun-21	Jun-20	% Chg	Q2 2021	Q2 2020	% Chg	2021 YTD	2020 YTD	% Chg
Hyundai	72,465	50,135	45%	240,005	141,722	69%	407,135	272,597	49%

June Product and Corporate Activities

• Santa Cruz Production Begins: Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama celebrated the launch of the all-new 2022 Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle
• Elantra N Teaser: Hyundai Motor Company revealed the first glimpse of the Elantra N
• Hyundai and Disney: In support of the #QuestionEverything marketing campaign for the all-new Tucson, Hyundai partnered with Disney to produce custom content featuring talent and characters from The Bachelorette, black-ish, SportsCenter and Marvel
• Good Housekeeping Awards: Four Hyundai vehicles were featured in Good Housekeeping's Best New Family Cars for 2021
• Fuel Cell Racing: Hyundai Motor Group announced that its dedicated hydrogen fuel cell system brand, HTWO, will make its motorsports debut in the ETCR
• Boston Dynamics: Hyundai Motor Group completed its acquisition of Boston Dynamics

Model Total Sales

Vehicle	Jun-21	Jun-20	% Chg	Q2 2021	Q2 2020	% Chg	2021 YTD	2020 YTD	%Chg
Accent	959	1,239	-23%	5,832	3,487	67%	10,104	8,294	22%
Elantra	14,785	7,561	96%	47,964	22,705	111%	74,057	48,450	53%
Ioniq	3,444	868	297%	6,982	1,916	264%	11,107	5,438	104%
Kona	8,388	5,943	41%	28,386	15,593	82%	50,996	30,767	66%
Nexo	22	12	83%	56	25	124%	134	76	76%
Palisade	5,965	8,169	-27%	22,294	19,366	15%	43,501	36,455	19%
Santa Fe	11,202	8,376	34%	34,540	23,527	47%	63,110	43,429	45%
Sonata	9,938	5,407	84%	33,641	14,687	129%	54,198	30,289	79%
Tucson	14,621	10,216	43%	50,370	34,206	47%	83,517	57,941	44%
Veloster	108	806	-87%	674	2,205	-69%	1,361	4,287	-68%
Venue	3,033	1,538	97%	9,266	4,005	131%	15,050	7,171	110%

Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America focuses on 'Progress for Humanity' and smart mobility solutions. Hyundai offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs and electrified vehicles. Our 820 dealers sold more than 620,000 vehicles in the U.S. in 2020, and nearly half were built at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama. For more information, visit www.HyundaiNews.com.

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FAQ

What were Hyundai's total sales for June 2021?

Hyundai reported total sales of 72,465 units in June 2021.

How much did Hyundai's sales increase compared to June 2020?

Sales increased by 45% compared to June 2020.

What records did Hyundai set in June 2021?

Hyundai set records for total sales and retail sales in June 2021.

What was the retail sales figure for Hyundai in June 2021?

Hyundai's retail sales reached 66,765 units in June 2021.

How did eco-friendly vehicle sales perform in June 2021?

Eco-friendly vehicle sales increased by 639%, making up 11% of the total retail volume.

What were Hyundai's total sales for Q2 2021?

Hyundai's total sales for Q2 2021 were 240,005 units.

What were Hyundai's first half sales figures for 2021?

Hyundai's first half sales totaled 407,135 units, a 49% increase from 2020.