Five million cars finished first shipped in March 2005. It took 30 years to reach the number 5 million first. But after that, 5 million second achieved in a very short time which is only 6 years. "This achievement would not have been possible without our loyal customers and hard working employees of KIA in the entire world. KIA Motors' pledge to dedicate themselves to sustainable development for the global economy and local communities we serve," said Vice Chairman & CEO of Kia Motors, Hyoung-Keun Lee.
Of the 10 million cars are shipped overseas, it appears America is the largest export market this KIA cars. Of the 10 million 4.27 million cars were sent to North America, Europe 2.45 million and 0.88 million to the Asia Pacific region. As for the Picanto, Kia Picanto has sent 764,453 units with 747,554 units and 656,446 units of Rio Sorento.