Kia Car News

Kia India has entered a three-year exclusive sponsorship with the Tennis Premier League, aiming to boost grassroots tennis development and support over 120 young athletes while increasing the league’s reach across India.

The 2026 Kia Seltos and Skoda Kushaq facelift compete in the compact SUV segment with updated features, new styling, and advanced technology. The Seltos offers more engine options and technology, while the Kushaq focuses on driving experience.

The 2026 Kia Seltos HTE offers updated styling, key features like LED lighting and a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and is available with petrol and diesel engines. Priced from Rs 10.99 lakh, it covers essential needs in the compact SUV segment.

Kia India plans a major update for the Sonet, including a new platform and advanced features. These changes could make the Sonet more similar to the Syros, potentially affecting Kia’s product positioning.

MG Motor has launched its first dealership in Nepal, introducing an expanded range of vehicles as part of its regional growth strategy.

Kia Sorento has been spotted testing in India, signaling its entry into the premium SUV market. The three-row SUV will rival models like the Kodiaq and Fortuner, with a 2026 launch expected and hybrid powertrains likely.

The second-generation Kia Sonet has been spotted testing with a new design, updated platform, and expected interior upgrades. It will likely retain current engine options and may introduce a strong-hybrid variant, with a launch expected in 2027.

Kia has introduced a Battery-as-a-Service model for the Carens Clavis EV in India, offering battery rental at Rs 3.3 per kilometre. The scheme aims to reduce upfront costs and is available with both 42kWh and 51.4kWh battery options.

Kia’s new BaaS model separates battery cost from vehicle price, paired with dual-loan financing to reduce upfront ownership costs for MPV customers.

Kia India introduces a Battery-as-a-Service finance program for the Carens Clavis EV, offering lower upfront costs, flexible finance options, and battery subscription at Rs 3.3 per km, with expanded EV infrastructure support.

Kia India will launch the Syros EV in August 2026 as its most affordable electric vehicle, priced between Rs 15 lakh and Rs 20 lakh, competing with the Tata Nexon EV and Mahindra XUV 3XO EV.

Kia is offering discounts up to Rs 2.7 lakh on models like Carnival and Carens Clavis in May 2026. Benefits vary by model, variant, and location. Customers should check with local dealerships for specific offers and availability.

Kia surpassed Hyundai in Korean domestic sales for the first time in April 2026, driven by increased EV demand and supply issues at Hyundai. The Kia Seltos also achieved 2 million global sales by May 2026.

The next-generation Kia Sonet, expected in India by 2027, will feature Seltos-inspired design, a new K1 platform, updated interiors, and is likely to retain current engine options. A strong-hybrid variant may follow by 2029.

April 2026 turned into a landmark month for India’s sub‑4m SUV space. This report breaks down model‑wise volumes, growth, and segment share to show how each OEM performed.