Kia achieves its highest US sales ever in June 2025 and the first half of the year, driven by hybrid SUVs. Discover the numbers and what’s next – read more now!
Record‑breaking June for Kia
Kia announced its most successful June in U.S. history, posting the highest monthly volume ever recorded. The momentum carried through the first half of 2025, with total deliveries reaching 430,727 vehicles – a new all‑time high for the same period.
Hybrid surge fuels growth
Rising fuel prices have steered American buyers toward greener powertrains. Kia’s hybrid lineup exploded, posting a 187% increase compared with June 2024. The biggest contributors were:
- Sportage Hybrid – up 165%
- Sorento Hybrid – up 145%
- Carnival Hybrid – up 54%
Top performers
The Sportage remained the bestseller, with 15,995 units sold in June – a 26.6% jump year‑over‑year. The refreshed Telluride followed closely, delivering 11,432 vehicles (+23.7%).
While the compact K4 slipped 8.7% to 10,553 units, the midsize K5 bucked the trend, climbing 13.6% to 6,378 units.
Electric vehicle mix shows contrast
Kia’s EV lineup delivered mixed results. The EV6 saw a modest decline of 96 units, ending June with 584 deliveries. Conversely, the larger EV9 surged 42.3% to reach 1,299 units.
Minivan momentum
Minivan sales rose 34.4% in June, contributing to a 20.9% increase for the segment in the first half of the year. The strong performance underscores the continued demand for spacious, family‑focused vehicles.
Impact of the Soul phase‑out
Kia successfully discontinued the Soul without denting overall sales. The model moved 4,737 units in June and 26,126 units in the first half of 2025, proving that the brand can trim its portfolio while still growing.
Looking ahead
After three consecutive years of record‑setting U.S. sales, Kia is on track for a fourth. A fresh product lineup, a broad power‑train strategy—including hybrids, plug‑in hybrids, and EVs—and bold design cues are positioning the Korean automaker for sustained growth in the competitive American market.