Chrysler reports best sales month of the year

(December 1, 2011) Chrysler today reported U.S. sales of 107,172, a 45 percent increase compared with sales in November 2010 (74,152 units), and the best year-over-year sales gain this year.

Chrysler Group's 45 percent sales increase was driven by retail sales that were up 51 percent. November was the sixth-consecutive month of sales gains of at least 20 percent. For the 10th month this year, Chrysler Group sales have beaten the average industry sales increase.

"With sales up 45 percent, November was another huge month for the Chrysler Group and our highest year-over-year sales gain of 2011," said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge Brand and Head of U.S. Sales. "In addition to having eight Chrysler Group models recognized as Consumers Digest automotive 'Best Buys' for the 2012 model year, we also have picked up countless other vehicle awards this year which clearly are reflected in our sales success."

The Chrysler 300 full-size and Chrysler 200 mid-size sedans significantly contributed to the group's 45 percent increase in sales. Other models that made an impact include the Dodge Charger sports sedan, Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan, Dodge Durango full-size SUV, Jeep Compass compact SUV, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the most-awarded SUV ever.

The Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram truck brands each posted sales increases in November. The Chrysler brand's 92 percent sales increase was the largest percentage gain of all the Chrysler Group brands and was its best November since 2008.