IRVINE, Calif., September 1, 2006 – Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced record August sales of 25,114 units, a 5.4-percent increase over the same period last year.  Year-to-date sales for Kia totaled 198,121 units, a 2.7-percent improvement over the record-setting sales pace in 2005.

“Even with high gas prices and a tough-selling summer for the industry, Kia has once again proven itself as a major player in the business,” said Len Hunt, executive vice president and COO of KMA.  “Stay tuned for more exciting and enabling product with the upcoming launches of Rondo and short wheel base Sedona.”

August was the best month ever for the Kia Sorento midsize SUV at 5,713 units sold.  The Kia Spectra also posted a strong month with 7,665 units sold. 

Kia Motors America – the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea – offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 630 dealers throughout the United States.  For more information visit www.kiamedia.com.