Land Rover enjoyed a massive UK sales surge last month – with more than 3,000 vehicles sold.
The Solihull-based 4×4 manufacturer sold 3,044 vehicles in October compared to 1,864 in October last year, an increase of more than 63 per cent, figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) showed.
The sales rise followed a bumper September for Land Rover, with the company selling 6,230 vehicles compared to 5,788 in the corresponding month in 2010. October’s sales jump followed the success of the Range Rover Evoque and a general increase in the purchase of SUVs amid predictions of another harsh winter.
Jaguar saw sales dip slightly last month, with the Big Cat selling 713 cars in October compared to 806 in October last year. SMMT figures also showed that Longbridge-based MG Motor UK sold 15 sports cars last month against 16 in October 2010.
Thats good news for Land rover who have been in the doldrums for the past few years. Hopefully it indicates a reversal of the trend for overseas 4X4′s
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I have loved Land Rovers since the 70s, but they do need some good news. For my tastes they got a bit diverted in the upscale Range Rover market.
Many many congratulation Land rover for this success. Hope Land rover will continue its selling to the top.