IRVINE, Calif., November 1, 2006 – Kia Motors America (KMA) continues on pace toward another annual sales record with year-to-date unit sales of 242,095, up 2.2-percent.  While October sales totaled 20,097 units, down 2.6-percent from the same period last year, the all-new Sedona had its best month of the year with 6,241 units sold.

“Our next-generation products and phenomenal vehicle safety ratings, such as the Optima’s five-star NHTSA rating, continue to grab consumers’ attention,” said Len Hunt, executive vice president and COO of KMA.  “By building upon and staying true to our core promises of value, safety and warranty, Kia is charging straight ahead toward another successful sales year in the U.S.”

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.