Sonet, Seltos, Syros and More Help Kia India Record 19.3% YoY Sales Growth in March

Kia India recorded 25,525 units in domestic sales for March, showing a 19.3% increase from 21,400 units in March last year. Over the entire fiscal year, the company’s sales reached more than 2.55 lakh units, marking a 4% rise over the 2.46 lakh units sold in FY 2023-24. The Sonet was the leading model, contributing 30% of total sales, followed by the Seltos, Carens, and Syros, which accounted for 26%, 22%, and 20%, respectively. This positive trend is reflected in quarterly sales, which amounted to 75,576 units, a 15.6% increase from the 65,369 units sold in the same period last year. Furthermore, Kia exported 26,892 units, strengthening its position in global markets.

Hardeep Singh Brar, Sr. VP and Head of Sales and Marketing, commented: 'Our strong sales growth is a testament to the trust our customers have in Kia’s products and our commitment to delivering world-class mobility solutions. The overwhelming response to the Kia Syros within just two months of its launch reaffirms our understanding of evolving consumer preferences and our ability to cater to them effectively. As we continue to expand our presence and strengthen our portfolio, we remain focused on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. With this momentum, we are confident of further solidifying Kia’s position as one of India’s most loved auto brands.'

Kia Syros: Mechanical Specs and Features

The Syros, the latest offering in the brand's portfolio, had a remarkable start, with 15,986 units sold following its launch. Priced between Rs 9 lakh and Rs 17.80 lakh, it fills the space between the Sonet and Seltos in Kia’s lineup. Prices are ex-showroom figures.

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Kia provides two engine choices for the Syros: a 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder producing 118bhp and 172Nm of torque, and a 1.5-litre diesel four-cylinder generating 114bhp and 250Nm. A six-speed manual transmission is standard across all variants, while the automatic options differ – the petrol version features a seven-speed DCT, and the diesel variant comes with a six-speed torque converter.

On the feature front, the Syros is equipped with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an 8-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, ambient lighting, and ventilated seats. Additional highlights include a power-adjustable driver’s seat, a panoramic sunroof, and second-row seats that can recline and slide, along with a centre armrest and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.

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For safety, it offers parking sensors, electronic stability control (ESC), six airbags, Level 2 ADAS, and a 360-degree camera.