Kia India has announced that the Carens has surpassed 1.5 lakh domestic sales since its launch in February 2022. This milestone reached in just 27 months pointing towards the vehicle's popularity and the impact it has made in the family mover segment.
The Carens has become the goto MPV for Indian families due to its spacious cabin, innovative features such as a sunroof, multi-drive modes, ventilated seats, and Kia Connect. These features have made the mid and top trims of the Carens especially popular, with 50% of buyers opting for these variants.
Manual transmission variants remain highly favoured with 62% of customers choosing this option. The re-launch of the 6-seater variant in April 2024 has also received a positive response from consumers. Myung-sik Sohn, Chief Sales & Business Officer of Kia India, stated 'Carens now accounts for approximately 15% of our monthly domestic sales, and we are confident that its popularity will only grow in the coming years. We remain deeply committed to bringing innovative and high-quality vehicles to our customers and are grateful for their continuous support.'
The success of the Kia Carens is not limited to the domestic market. The vehicle has seen significant export success, with close to 17,000 units shipped overseas and contributing substantially to Kia global operations. The Carens also represents over 15% of Kia's total domestic wholesale, solidifying its status as one of the best-selling family movers in its segment.
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