Carmall.com - PT Kia Mobil Indonesia (KMI) as a distributor of Kia brand of vehicles in Indonesia recorded a sales of 7060 units throughout the first half of 2012. The number was increased 195% over the previous half year.

In addition to the industry grew by 28%, the increase was also hoisted Kia achievements of the top 10 to rank 9.

As usual, the Picanto still plays 'major role' in the amount of sales of 4043 units of the IMA (57%) and recorded 28% of the city car market share. Rio hatchback came in second place with a contributing amounting of 1708 units (24%) with a market share of 5%.

In the SUV segment, the Kia Sportage is still a major contributor to the total of 866 units (12%) with 8% market share in its class. Sumokno Hartanto, Director of Marketing PT Kia Mobil Indonesia expressed pride in the success.

"We can achieve this accomplishment because it is also supported with the favourable economic situation and a very high mobility of the population. These two factors have increased the demands of Kia during the first six months of 2012," said Hartanto at Novotel Hotel, Jakarta, Thursday (9/8).

KMI's success over one level higher than last year, according to Hartanto is also based on the company's efforts to give the best service and products to consumers. Including, the Lebaran program that was held as a form of concern to users Kia vehicles users.