MUMBAI: Kia India, a leading mass premium carmaker, has strengthened its sustainability vision with the launch of ‘Kia Drive Green’ – a sustainability-focused engagement platform on the Kia Connect app. This initiative affirms the brand’s commitment to creating deeper user connections with EV owners while promoting environmental awareness.

The Drive Green feature, currently available with the Kia Carens Clavis EV and accessible through Kia Connect under the ‘New Services’ tab, will be progressively rolled out to all upcoming Kia EVs. With Drive Green in the Kia Connect App, a virtual tree will be planted each month, which grows through five stages based on kilometers driven. The app rewards users with five eco-badges — Green Explorer (2,500 km), Eco Champion (15,000 km), Carbon Crusher (25,000 km), Forest Guardian (50,000 km), and Planet Protector (100,000 km) — while also displaying the CO₂ savings achieved. For instance, driving 100 km saves about 13.2 kg of CO₂*, and 1,500 km saves nearly 197.6 kg of CO₂*.

Atul Sood, Senior VP, Sales & Marketing, Kia India, commented, “At Kia, our vision for mobility goes hand in hand with our responsibility to the environment. With the Kia Drive Green initiative, we are taking a decisive step toward embedding sustainability across every touchpoint—from product innovation and cleaner technologies to our operations and customer engagement. This initiative reflects our long-term commitment to making clean mobility part of everyday life.”

The Drive Green initiative exemplifies Kia India’s broader green mobility vision, setting a direction for how value beyond vehicles can be delivered, thereby building both loyalty and environmental awareness through digital experiences.

*Editor’s note: The Carbon Dioxide (CO2) savings and images displayed here are for representational purposes only. Actual CO2 savings may vary depending upon various factors such as driving behavior, terrain, weather conditions, and vehicle load. This information is intended to provide an estimated comparison and should not be considered as an exact measurement of a real-world comparison.

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The SYROS seamlessly blends the practicality of an SUV with a distinctive, bold design, cutting-edge technology, and top-tier safety. Its progressive styling challenges conventional SUV norms, delivering a fresh and exciting driving experience. Packed with innovative features, exceptional performance, and unmatched comfort, the SYROS is set to redefine expectations and raise the bar in its segment. Designed for the modern, tech-savvy buyer, the cabin offers an ultra-spacious environment, complete with industry-first connected features for a truly next-gen driving experience.

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MUMBAI: Kia India, one of the fastest-growing premium carmakers in the country, has today announced the launch of a new flexible ownership plan ‘Kia Subscribe’. The company has also signed an MoU with ALD Automotive Pvt Ltd to expand its flexible ownership programs. This collaboration will expand Kia’s Leasing & Subscription services to 14 major cities across India, namely Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Indore, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Jaipur.  

Following the success of the Kia Lease program, which has long tenure plans, the company has introduced ‘Kia Subscribe’ a short-term lease option, ideal for salaried and self-employed individuals, seeking flexibility in vehicle usage without long-term commitment with tenure ranging from 12 to 36 months.

The flexible ownership program, Kia Lease was introduced 3 months back.  ‘Kia Lease’ is tailored for B2B clients, corporates & MSMEs with prolonged mobility requirements spanning 24 to 60 months with different mileage options.

Hardeep Singh Brar, Sr. Vice-President, Sales & Marketing at Kia India, said, “The 1^st phase of our flexible ownership program ‘Kia Lease’ has received an overwhelming response from the customers, as it is designed to meet evolving needs and revolutionize the car ownership experience in India. With the growth prospects of the leasing business from 1% to 3% shortly, we want to be the driving force behind it and deliver the best ownership experience to our customers. With Kia Subscribe we have ensured that we make hassle-free premium mobility solutions accessible to all”.

Earlier this year, Kia partnered with ORIX Auto Infrastructure Services Limited to launch the Kia Lease program. Initially rolled out in major cities such as Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Pune, these initiatives were designed for greater flexibility. They allow customers to acquire vehicles without any down payment, along with added benefits like maintenance coverage, insurance handling, and relief from resale concerns, making vehicle ownership easier and more convenient.

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MUMBAI: Kia India, a leading premium carmaker, continues its growth momentum with 20,507 domestic dispatches in July 2024. The company registers 2.5% Y-O-Y growth compared to the 20,002 units sold in July 2023. The newly launched Sonet claimed the highest contribution to Kia India’s July 2024 sales with 9,459 units, followed by Carens and Seltos with 5,679 and 5347 units, respectively. As per Vahan, Kia India recorded a growth of 26% against the industry average of 9% in the month.

Kia India’s success extends beyond domestic sales, with a strong demand for ‘Make in India’ vehicles in international markets. The company exported 2,500 units in July ’24, with Seltos contributing 932. The SONET and Carens contributed 740 and 833 units to Kia India’s overseas dispatches for the month.

Hardeep Singh Brar – Senior Vice President and National Head of Sales & Marketing, said, “We have registered a healthy Y-o-Y sales growth in July 2024, a good head-start for the Q3 and H2 of the year. This reflects the trust and love the customers have in Kia. The success of the newly launched Sonet and the overall performance of our diverse product range demonstrates our commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative, and customer-centric solutions. We are determined to maintain this momentum throughout the year, which should give us all confidence in our future success.”

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MUMBAI: Kia, India’s leading premium carmaker, introduces a lease program for its flagship product, EV6. The move came after the tremendous success the company received for its lease program within just 2 months of its launch. The special lease rental for EV6 stands at INR 1.29 Lakhs per month and includes Insurance, Maintenance, Pick-up and Drop, Scheduled/unscheduled services, and 24X7 RSA.

The EV6 lease program has been exclusively extended to:

• Doctors – Registered with IMA or State association and Head of any registered Medical Institution or Hospital or Clinic.
• Chartered Accountants: Registered with ICAI, Heads of any CA firm / ICAI members
• Other self-employed professionals
• Select corporates

The EV6, combines a sleek and modern design with impressive performance, making it an ultimate choice for these aspirational professionals. The vehicle offers a remarkable range of up to 708 km and supports fast charging from 0 – 80% in just 18 minutes using a 350kW charger, putting a full stop to range anxiety. It also boasts sporty performance, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.2 seconds. EV6 is also one of the safest vehicles present in India with 8 airbags, an ADAS level 2 suite, and other active and passive safety features like ESC, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a 360-degree camera system, to name a few.

Mr. Myung-Sik Sohn, Chief Sales Officer, Kia India, said, “Within 2 months of its launch, the Kia Lease program has gained significant traction in Metro and Tier I cities, and the addition of the EV6 underscores our commitment to meeting customer demands and provide them the best of technology along with sustainable mobility solutions. The positive response reaffirms our confidence in the future of the Kia Lease program as we strive to make our vehicles more accessible to a wider range of customers”.

Kia India, in partnership with ORIX Auto Infrastructure Services Limited, launched the Kia Lease program to provide customers with a new ownership experience. The program caters to those with extended mobility needs, offering lease terms from 24 to 60 months with various mileage options. Besides EV6, the program offers minimum monthly rental plans for Sonet, Seltos, and Carens at INR 17,999, 23,999, and 24,999 respectively.

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MUMBAI: Kia, India’s leading premium mobility solutions provider, has announced its collaboration with Map My India to offer high-tech, smart navigation solutions to Kia customers nationwide. Integrated with My Kia and Kia Connect platforms, this strategic collaboration redefines the driving experience for users with accurate location services and a comprehensive place search function empowering users to confidently navigate their journeys. The platform’s 4-wheeler-specific Points of Interest (POIs) search, spanning over 450 categories, enables easy discovery of vital services like dealerships and service centers, fuel stations, hospitals, hotels, restaurants, and more.

Moreover, drivers will enjoy speed limit alerts, real-time incident updates (e.g., water logging, road works, traffic jams), and voice-guided navigation support while driving. These features, complemented by dynamic real-time safety alerts reaffirm Kia’s dedication to customer safety and delivering a tech-enabled enhanced driving experience.

Myung-sik Sohn, Chief Sales Officer of Kia India, said, “At Kia, we are constantly seeking partnerships that resonate with our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Our collaboration with Map My India strengthens our positioning as a tech-forward brand dedicated to providing disruptive experiences to our new-age customers.”

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MUMBAI: Kia India, renowned for enabling new tech-driven mobility experiences, has driven past yet another milestone by recording sales of over 400,000 connected cars. The Connected Car variants contribute more than 44% to Kia India’s overall domestic dispatches, representing one of the best industry case studies. Furthermore, Kia India’s Connected Car variants are growing at 30.9% CAGR, outpacing the global growth forecast of 18% by 2032.

The Seltos, with a 65% contribution, holds the primary position in driving Kia’s total Connected Car sales. Customer preference for Seltos models has also consistently leaned towards variants equipped with Connected Car features, comprising 57% of all Seltos units sold. Following the Seltos, the Carens demonstrates a similar trend, with 31% of its customers opting for Connected Car variants. Although telematics is available in only 7 variants of the Sonet currently, these models still contribute a significant 21% to the total Sonet sales. Kia has consistently led the way in implementing advanced Connected Car functionalities in their vehicles.

A few of the most popular features loved by the customers are:

1. Hinglish Commands: Users can now access the car features through Hinglish commands like “Sunroof Kholo,” offering additional convenience.
2. Remote Window Control: Allow users to operate the windows of their cars remotely.
3. Remote Engine and AC Start: Keeps the car ready and cooled/heated to be just seated and driven.
4. Valet Mode: Restricts access to your AVNT, protecting your privacy.

Commenting on Kia technology leadership in automotive industry, Mr. Myung-sik Sohn, Chief Sales and Business Officer, Kia India, said, “We have differentiated our brand in the market for its design and technology superiority. In today’s hyper-connected world, customers want their cars to be seamlessly integrated with their lifestyle, driving a surge in demand for technology-enabled cars. We will continue to introduce more and more connected car features to offer a safer, more connected, and enjoyable drive experience to our new-age customers.”

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MUMBAI:  Frost & Sullivan, India’s top Growth Advisory Company, has revealed in its latest Total Cost of Ownership Benchmark analysis that Kia’s best-selling innovations – Seltos and Carens offer segments’ lowest maintenance expenses in both diesel and petrol variants.

According to the research findings, Kia Carens has emerged as the frontrunner in the family mover segment, showcasing the most economical maintenance costs for both petrol and diesel variants by 21% and 26%, respectively. Its diesel models feature the lowest acquisition cost presenting outstanding value for modern customers. Moreover, Carens Diesel closely follows the segment’s top performer in minimizing fuel costs, solidifying its position as one of the most premium family car options with a compelling value proposition.

Frost & Sullivan also stated that Kia’s bestselling innovation, the Seltos, also offers the lowest maintenance costs for petrol variants, delivering a minimum of 17% savings over the industry average. Additionally, the diesel variants share the lowest maintenance costs with another segment leader. In terms of overall total cost of ownership (TCO), the Seltos closely follows the segment’s top performers, securing the second-best TCO for its diesel variant and the third-best for its petrol variant.

Notably, the firm also declared in December 2023 that Sonet has the best maintenance cost in the Compact SUV segment. The report stated that Sonet’s Petrol and Diesel variants’ Maintenance Costs are 16% and 14% lower than the segment average, respectively.

Hardeep Singh Brar, National Head of Sales & Marketing, Kia India, stated, “We are thrilled to be recognized by Frost & Sullivan as the makers of one of most value-driven mobility solutions for new-age customers. Choosing a Kia isn’t just a wise decision for today; it’s an investment for the future, given its premiumness, unmatched maintenance and residual costs within their segments.“

These reports by Frost and Sullivan establish Kia models as one of the most value-for-money products in their segment. The survey also underpins Kia’s commitment to offering class-leading products with the best technology, design, and quality along with globally acclaimed aftersales services, which makes them a valued purchasing decision for customers.

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