Best June ever: Forester
Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 53,911 vehicle sales for June 2020, a 12 percent decrease compared with record June 2019. These results reflect the impact of the COVID-19 global pandemic and the uncertainty surrounding economic recovery. Following eleven consecutive years of sales records, Subaru reported year-to-date sales of 267,110, a 21 percent decrease compared to the same period in 2019.
'We are pleased to close June with strong sales in the midst of a competitive market limited by the pandemic,' said Jeff Walters, Senior Vice President of Sales. 'The Forester continued to shine in our lineup of all-star vehicles, drawing a healthy demand from car buyers looking for vehicles they can rely on when times are tough.'
The automaker also announced today that in order to provide the most consistent picture of brand performance in line with the auto industry, Subaru of America will begin reporting sales results quarterly, effective immediately. Subaru of America will release third quarter sales on or around October 1, 2020.
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'Our June results are a testament to the perseverance of our retailers, who overcame difficult circumstances to achieve our sales target,' said Thomas J. Doll, President and CEO, Subaru of America, Inc. 'We place a high premium on the satisfaction of our owners resulting in loyalty to our retailer's franchise and our brand. These June results demonstrate the proven value our products provide, best delivered through our trusted retailers.'
Carline | Jun-20 | Jun-19 | % Chg | Jun-20 | Jun-19 | % Chg |
MTD | MTD | MTD | YTD | YTD | YTD | |
Forester | 19,490 | 14,753 | 32.1% | 85,860 | 86,219 | -0.4% |
Impreza | 3,389 | 5,558 | -39.0% | 18,620 | 29,688 | -37.3% |
WRX/STI | 2,170 | 1,864 | 16.4% | 10,333 | 12,374 | -16.5% |
Ascent | 6,079 | 7,014 | -13.3% | 31,397 | 40,108 | -21.7% |
Legacy | 2,054 | 3,222 | -36.3% | 11,901 | 17,426 | -31.7% |
Outback | 10,250 | 17,505 | -41.5% | 62,305 | 93,711 | -33.5% |
BRZ | 238 | 203 | 17.2% | 962 | 1,540 | -37.5% |
Crosstrek | 10,241 | 11,392 | -10.1% | 45,732 | 58,459 | -21.8% |
TOTAL | 53,911 | 61,511 | -12.4% | 267,110 | 339,525 | -21.3% |
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