Kia Syros pre-orders start at midnight today
Kia Syros pre-orders start at midnight today

Kia India has officially announced that bookings for its latest compact SUV Syros will begin from 12pm tonight on January 3 via its website and dealerships across the country. A booking fee of Rs 25,000 secures your reservation for this much-awaited vehicle. Built on Kia's advanced K1 platform, the Syros is expected to redefine the compact SUV experience with its futuristic design, innovative features and emphasis on comfort and safety. Pricing will be announced on February 1, with deliveries set to begin in mid-February. A game changer for cities and tech-savvy drivers Kia describes the Syros as "a future-proof SUV" aimed at urban explorers and technology enthusiasts. Equipped with Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and 16 autonomous functions, Syros boasts best-in-class safety. A powerful security package with 20 features further enhances its credibility and sets high standards in the field. For the tech-savvy, Kia Connect 2.0 provides over-the-air (OTA) updates to 22 controllers, ensuring the Syros is always…

Kia India launches Seltos, Sonet and
Kia India launches Seltos, Sonet and

Kia India has launched new Gravity trims for its popular models Seltos, Sonet and Carens to celebrate its fifth anniversary in the Indian market. These latest models bring additional features and premium feel to every model below its top trim. Seltos Gravity As the brand's flagship model, the Kia Seltos now offers more choice with the new Gravity trim. This model expands the Seltos range to 24 choices. The Seltos Gravity sits above the HTX trim. New additions include: Driving Recorder Indigo Pera color pack Ventilated seats (driver and front passenger) BOSE speaker system Electronic braking system (IVT) Zbara Cover (IVT) 17” machined wheels Rear spoiler gloss black Body-coloured door handles · Dark Bronze (matte) Gravity Badge Here are the prices for the Seltos Gravity: Smartstream G1.5 Petrol (6MT): Rs. 16,62,900 Smartstream G1.5 Petrol (IVT): Rs. 18,05,900 D1.5 CRDi VGT (6MT): Rs. 18,20,900 Sonet Gravity Already a strong contender in the compact SUV segment, the Kia Sonet now gets a…

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Kia India announces new ‘subscription’ plan for Sonet, Seltos

Riding on the success of the leasing scheme launched three months ago, the South Korean automaker has now launched the 'Kia Subscription' scheme to provide a more flexible car ownership experience to salaried and self-employed customers. Apart from this, Kia India has also partnered with ALD Automotive Pvt. Ltd. to expand its leasing and subscription solutions to 14 major cities in India, including Delhi, Noida, Gandiabad, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Indore, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Jaipur. With lease periods ranging from 12 to 36 months, the "Kia Subscribe" is a short-term leasing solution for salaried workers and self-employed individuals who seek the flexibility to use a vehicle without having to purchase it. Also read: Kia EV6 leasing plan launched, includes insurance, maintenance and more services, costs Rs 1.29 lakh per month For those who don't know, Kia launched its leasing program three months ago to provide customers with a flexible ownership experience. To suit a variety of business…

Kia's domestic sales in India surpass 1 million
Kia’s domestic sales in India surpass 1 million

Kia India has achieved a remarkable feat in India, having sold one million vehicles in the country. This achievement comes just five years after the company started operations in India. Much of this success is attributed to the mid-size SUV Kia Seltos, which accounts for over 48% of total domestic sales in India. The Sonet and Carens models launched after the Seltos account for 34% and 16% of Kia India's total shipments respectively. Since its launch in 2019, the brand has benefited from steady growth in its dealer network and product range. 42% of the brand's sales come from premium trims, also disproving the notion that India has only price-sensitive buyers. Moreover, the South Korean carmaker has played an important role in popularizing the use of automatic transmissions. The three automatic transmission options offered by the South Korean automaker - six-speed AT, seven-speed DCT and IVT - together account for 32% of its total sales. With the launch of the…