Upcoming KIA SUV EV: Kia plans to launch 4 SUVs in the Indian automobile market in the next 24 months.
Upcoming KIA SUV EV: Kia is set to launch two SUVs and two electric cars each in the Indian automobile market in the next two years.
Kia’s expansion plan
Kia is keen to expand its portfolio by introducing new models in the Indian automobile market. The most important and noteworthy of these is the electric vehicle segment. Accordingly, Kia has taken steps to market premium electric SUVs in a row. The company already has EV6 and EV9 car models on sale. In this case, the new car models that will be added are described below.
- Kia Clavis EV
With the new Clavis EV, Kia is making its debut in the mass-market electric vehicle segment in India. According to the information released, it is scheduled to be marketed next month, i.e. in July. This electric multi-passenger vehicle borrows its design from the engine-based Clavis. At the same time, it has also received some unique touches for the electric edition. The car has also been seen by the public during test drives in various parts of India. The new Clavis Edition is said to use the battery and electric motor powertrain options from the Hyundai Greta Electric Edition. The Clavis car is said to offer a range of up to 400 km and its price is said to be set between Rs. 22 lakh and Rs. 26 lakh.
- Kia Syros EV
The launch of the Syros car model in the Indian automobile market has been confirmed. It is expected to be marketed by the end of this year or early next year. The Siroce Electric Edition will feature a revised bumper, new aero efficient alloy wheels and unique branding for the EV. Although no information regarding its battery specifications has been released, it is said that it will also be capable of providing a range of up to 400 km. If launched in the Indian market, the Siroce Electric Edition is expected to compete with the electric editions of the Tata Nexon and Mahindra’s XUV400. Its price is expected to be set between Rs. 14 lakh and Rs. 20 lakh.
- New Generation Kia Seltos
The new generation Seltos is set to be launched in the international automobile market by the end of this year. It is expected to be brought to the Indian market next year. The production of this car is in its final stages. Several photos of the test model have already been released. The car, which is being developed under the codename SP3i, will feature a new strong hybrid powertrain. At the same time, the existing diesel and petrol engine options will continue. According to reports, the hybrid Seltos will have the popular 1.5-liter 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, along with a strong hybrid set-up. The current edition competes with the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon and Hyundai Venue in the Indian market.
- Kia 7-seater hybrid SUV
Kia is preparing an all-new 7-seater hybrid SUV for the Indian market. Codenamed MQ4i, the car is based on the SUV sold in the international market under the name Sorento. The new 7-seater is scheduled to be launched in the Indian market in 2027. The vehicle will be powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with a powerful hybrid set-up. The same hybrid technology will be shared with the next-generation Seltos. Kia’s new 7-seater will be positioned above the Seltos and will compete with the likes of Mahindra’s XUV700 and Tata Safari in India.
Read also: Kia Carens Clavis EV to offer 473km range – Launching On July 15th
