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SINGAPORE, Jan. 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche successfully achieved another record year with delivery of 5,583 cars in the Asia Pacific region, which is an increase of 15 percent compared to 2014.
The iconic 911 models maintained its steady growth at 408 units, even in the model year change, while 392 Boxster and Cayman were delivered. The Macan became the most coveted Porsche last year with 2,888 deliveries, followed by the SUV Cayenne, with 1,639 units sold. The four-door Gran Turismo Panamera contributed to 256 units of deliveries.
An increase of 15% compared to 2014 confirms the continuous growth year over year in the Asia Pacific region. "Series of exciting, fascinating sports cars are coming to our region this year, starting with the new 911 in the beginning of the year. We believe that the newly branded Boxster and Cayman, the 718 models, will experience renewed growth in 2016. Our latest addition to the model portfolio, Macan, will continue to bring first-time buyers to the world of Porsche. Porsche's appealing sports cars, combined with our continuous focus on customer fascination through an outstanding purchase and ownership experience, will continue to create upswing trend in the years to come," said Martin Limpert, Managing Director of Porsche Asia Pacific.
Taiwan contributed 3,355 vehicles to the total sales of Porsche in the Asia Pacific region. Sales in Malaysia and Singapore grew to 1,120 units. Important growing markets within the region, including Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines and Vietnam continue to develop positively to a total of almost 1,000 units. Sales in Brunei, Cambodia, French Polynesia, Mongolia, New Caledonia and Sri Lanka represented 197 units.
"2015 marked the 30th anniversary of Stuttgart Auto, sole dealer of Porsche in Singapore since 1985. For the past thirty years we have proudly represented Porsche in Singapore, a brand that consistently continues to excite and thrill its fans around the world by producing one exciting sports car after another in quick succession. In 2015, a new sales record has been achieved in Singapore. The Porsche Macan has given us a very strong entrance into a whole new customer segment. Also, the all new Cayenne that was unveiled in January 2015 contributed significantly to our robust sales last year. I am looking forward to an even more exciting model year in 2016, especially with the upcoming launch of the latest Porsche 911 generation that features innovative turbo-charged engines. This will pave the way for us to further strengthen Porsche as the sports car brand here in Singapore," said Karsono Kwee, Executive Chairman of Eurokars Group.
Stuttgart Auto Pte Ltd
Eurokars Group of Companies
Since 1985, Stuttgart Auto Pte Ltd, as part of the Eurokars Group of Companies, has been selling Porsche in Singapore. With 30 years of market representation, Stuttgart Auto is a well-established motoring entity, having grown over the years from a niche sports car distributor to a full-fledged sports and luxury automobile dealership.
Stuttgart Auto was founded by respected entrepreneur Mr Karsono Kwee, who is the Executive Chairman of the company. He is driven by a genuine passion for motorcars and has turned the company into a well-diversified and leading customer-oriented dealer of premium automobile brands in the region.
The Eurokars Group is synonymous with premium and luxury automotive brands in Singapore and Indonesia. As the largest privately-held car dealership in Singapore, the Group has enjoyed significant growth, with every brand under its care boasting an unblemished track record, each with its own unique branding and positioning.
Porsche Centre Singapore PR
Public Relations and Media
Ms Jo-Anne Loi
Phone: +65 6697 4121
Email: jo-anne.loi@porsche.com.sg
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