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Kia continued its growth trend by recording 277,188 units in global sales for April, a 1.0% increase compared to the same period last year. In the domestic market, the popularity of RV LINE-ups including SUVs and minivans drove performance.
Domestic sales reached 55,045 units, a 7.9% increase from the same period last year. The Sorento sold 12,078 units in one month, showing outstanding results in the domestic market, while Carnival (4,995 units) and Sportage (4,972 units) also supported sales. The dedicated electric SUV EV3 sold 3,898 units, and in the commercial sector, the next-generation PBV PV5 sold 2,262 units, demonstrating that new LINE-ups are taking root in the market.
![[Jeju=NEWSIS] Reporter Oh Young-jae = At a remote driving demonstration performance sharing event held at the Soco Terminal in Jeju City on the afternoon of the 27th, Kia's new concept PBV (customized electric mobility vehicle) 'PV5' equipped with remote driving functionality was showcased. The vehicle can be driven without a driver inside through remote control from the control center. The remote driving technology is being promoted by a consortium comprising Kia, Soco, autonomous driving startup SUM, and KT, in collaboration with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, Jeju Island, the National Police Agency, and the Korea Transportation Safety Authority. 2025.11.27. oyj4343@newsis.com /Photo=Oh Young-jae](https://image.starnewskorea.com/21/2026/05/2026050417031425353_2.jpg)
Overseas sales amounted to 221,692 units, a slight decrease of 0.7%.A Kia official explained that sales in the Middle East region slowed due to geopolitical risks in the area. However, they noted that strong momentum continues in major overseas markets such as North America and Europe, as well as in the domestic market.
In the global market, Sportage sold 46,486 units, solidifying its position as a best-selling car. It was followed by the compact SUV Soluto (24,797 units) and the compact sedan K4 (18,654 units).
Kia plans to continue its global sales momentum by strengthening its LINE-up centered on eco-friendly vehicles such as electric cars and HYBE-led SUVs. An industry official stated, "Kia is successfully establishing innovative models like EV3 and PV5 alongside its powerful SUV LINE-up including Sorento and Sportage." The official added, "If external risk management proceeds smoothly, a robust growth trend will continue."
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