According to an analysis released from IHS Automotive, the Ford Focus was the world’s best-selling vehicle nameplate for 2013 with 1,097,618 cars sold worldwide. That compares with global Focus sales of 1,014,965 in 2012.
Market gains for Focus continue to be driven by consumer demand in China. China registrations were up 50 per cent in 2013 to 403,219 vehicles, up from 268,354 vehicles in 2012. China now is responsible for just more than one out of three Focus vehicles sold globally, based on Polk data.
“It is remarkable to see Focus again lead the industry as the No. 1-selling vehicle nameplate on the planet,” said Jim Farley, Ford executive vice president, Ford Motor Company Global Marketing, Sales and Service and Lincoln. “With the new car, we’ve raised the bar again, showcasing Ford’s commitment to continuous improvement – adding better technology for drivers and a sleeker, more modern exterior across the entire Focus family.”
Ford is not the only company that claims one of its models as the best selling nameplate title for 2013. Toyota Corolla also reached global registrations of 1,098,524 million units last year making it the best-selling vehicle in of the 2013.
