Kia Carens MPV Crosses 2 Lakh Unit Sales Milestone in India; Top Variants Account for 24% of the Demand

The Kia Carens has sold over 2 lakh units since its launch in February 2022. The MPV’s top trims have seen strong demand, accounting for 24% of total sales. Kia attributes the popularity of these trims to premium features like a sunroof, multi-drive modes, ventilated seats, and Kia Connect. The petrol-powered Carens captured significant customer interest, comprising 58% of total sales, while diesel variants accounted for 42%. Additionally, 32% of buyers preferred the convenience of Automatic or iMT transmissions. While 28% of customers opted for sunroof-equipped variants, the 7-seater models dominated, making up 95% of total sales.

The Sonet and Seltos, Kia’s top-selling models, were major drivers of the company’s February sales, with 7,598 and 6,446 units sold, respectively. However, the Carens also made a notable impact, contributing 5,318 units to the total, highlighting its growing popularity and strong market performance.

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Commenting on this milestone, Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar, Sr. VP, Sales & Marketing, Kia India, said, 'The success of the Kia Carens is a testament to trust and innovation, driven by our deep understanding of the evolving needs of Indian families. With its advanced features, spacious interiors, and uncompromised safety, the Carens has redefined the family mover segment. Winning the trust of over 200,000 family and with consistent monthly sales, this milestone reflects Carens growing appeal. It motivates us to continue pushing the boundaries of excellence, delivering products that make every journey more comfortable, connected, and enjoyable.'

Kia Carens: Features

The Kia Carens has several premium features, such as a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration, auto AC with rear vents, ambient lighting, and a 10.25-inch digital driver display. It is also equipped with rain-sensing wipers, ventilated front seats, and a single-pane sunroof.

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In terms of safety, the Carens offers a comprehensive suite of features, including ISOFIX child seat anchors, front and rear parking sensors, 6 airbags as standard, and a tyre pressure monitoring system.

Kia Carens: Powertrain

The Kia Carens offers three engine choices: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol (113bhp/144Nm) with a 6-speed manual, a 1.5-litre turbo petrol (158bhp/253Nm) available with a 6-speed iMT or 7-speed DCT, and a 1.5-litre diesel (114bhp/250Nm) paired with a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission.