Peugeot brand in 2011 to increase sales in Russia up 31% - up to 47 thousand cars - told reporters Mr. Poirier. He recalled that following the 2010 Peugeot sold in Russia, 36 thousand cars. According to the French automaker's own forecasts, in 2011, the bulk of sales will come from cars 308th model, assembled in Kaluga plant.
"We plan to sell in Russia for at least 22 thousand 900 cars of this model," - said Francois Poirier. He recalled that two weeks ago at a factory in Kaluga, launched an updated build the Peugeot 308, whose sales in Russia will begin on July 1. Cost new Peugeot 308 will be 549 rubles. in the most modest configuration.
Total in 2011 at a plant in Kaluga will be collected 22 thousand 300 cars Peugeot 308 (all trim levels).
The total volume of Russia's car market will grow in 2011, according to the company Peugeot, about 25% - up to 2.4-2.5 million units. But in the second half we will be faced with a decline in car sales.
