Kia Motors: News

Kia is a South Korean multinational automotive manufacturer with its headquarters located in Seoul. It comes under the parent company Hyundai Motor Company. The name “Kia” is said to be derived from Sino-Korean characters which roughly translates as “Rising from Asia.” It was founded in 1944 as a bicycle manufacturer and later entered into building Honda-licensed motorcycles in 1957 and eventually cars in 1974. Kia’s current Indian portfolio includes the Sonet, the Seltos, and the Carnival ranges.

25 Nov 2024

Hyundai

Types of automatic gearboxes in cars: AMT, CVT and more

Automatic transmissions are taking over modern-day cars, replacing the good-old manual gearboxes.

23 Nov 2024

Hyundai

Hyundai recalls 145,000 EVs due to risk of power loss

Hyundai, along with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), has announced a recall of more than 145,000 electric vehicles.

22 Nov 2024

Tesla

Kia unveils high-performance EV9 GT with Tesla charging compatibility

Kia has unveiled its latest electric vehicle (EV), the high-performance 2025 EV9 GT, at the LA Auto Show.

10 Nov 2024

Kia EV9

Kia reveals concept electric SUV made for extreme terrains

Kia Motors has unveiled two futuristic electric vehicle (EV) concepts, the EV9 ADVNTR and PV5 WKNDR, at the 2024 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

13 Oct 2024

Hyundai

Hyundai, Kia on track to sell 1L EVs by October-end

Hyundai and its subsidiary Kia Motors, are on track to exceed a major milestone of selling more than 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) by the end of October.

07 Oct 2024

Kia Carnival

Kia Motors recalls over 6,000 Carnival SUVs over wiring defect

Kia Motors has issued a recall for 6,155 units of the 2024 Carnival and Carnival Hybrid (HEV) models in Australia.

03 Oct 2024

Kia Carnival

2024 Kia Carnival debuts in India: Best MPV under ₹1cr?

Kia Motors has introduced the 2024 Carnival in India, marking the return of its flagship internal combustion engine model.

03 Oct 2024

Kia EV9

Kia EV9 electric SUV arrives in India: Check top features

Kia has introduced its flagship electric SUV, the EV9, in the Indian market with a price tag of ₹1.3 crore.

20 Sep 2024

Kia EV9

Kia EV9, launching on October 3, will offer these features

Kia Motors is preparing to introduce two new models in India on October 3, the Carnival and the all-electric EV9.

13 Jul 2024

Tata Motors Ltd

These Tata Nexon rivals will debut in India by 2025

In India's competitive compact SUV market, models such as Tata Nexon and Maruti Suzuki Brezza lead the pack.

08 Jul 2024

Kia Seltos

Kia revamps Seltos and Sonet SUVs with new GTX variants

Kia Motors, the Korean automotive giant, has enhanced its Seltos and Sonet SUVs by introducing new variants in India.

05 Jul 2024

Kia Sonet

Kia Sonet, Seltos, Carens become costlier: Check variant-wise price hike

Kia Motors has increased the prices of its popular models, the Sonet, Seltos, and Carens.

14 Jun 2024

Kia Carnival

Kia Carnival (facelift) spotted testing in India: Know what's new

Kia Motors's updated Carnival, a highly anticipated vehicle set for release later this year, has been spotted undergoing rigorous testing in the high-altitude terrains of Himachal Pradesh.

10 Jun 2024

Kia Carens

Kia Carens (facelift) spotted testing in India: What to expect

Kia is preparing to launch a refreshed version of its popular MPV, the Carens, in India.

Kia Motors issues massive recall of Telluride SUVs in US

Kia Motors has announced a significant recall affecting 462,869 of its popular Telluride SUV, from the 2020 to 2024 model years.

03 Jun 2024

Kia Carens

Kia Carens hits 1.5 lakh sales milestone in India

Kia Motors has announced that its Carens model has reached a significant milestone in the Indian market, selling over 1.5 lakh units in just 27 months since its launch.

02 Jun 2024

Kia Sonet

Kia India reports 3.9% sales growth in May 2024

Kia Motors, a subsidiary of the South Korean Hyundai Group, has announced a year-on-year sales growth of 3.9% in India this May.

01 Jun 2024

Upcoming Cars

Kia Clavis found undergoing road tests in India: Expected features

South Korean automaker Kia Motors, has been seen road testing its new addition, the Clavis SUV, in India.

23 May 2024

Electric Vehicles

Kia EV3 electric SUV, with 600km range, makes global debut

Kia Motors has unveiled its latest addition to the electric vehicle lineup, the EV3 electric SUV.

21 May 2024

Kia Carnival

Kia Carnival (facelift) set for late 2024 launch in India

Kia Motors is planning to launch the new Carnival MPV in the Indian market later this year.

15 May 2024

Kia Carens

Kia Carens (facelift) MPV spied on test: What to expect

Kia Motors, the South Korean automaker, is currently testing a facelifted variant of its entry-level Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV), the Carens.

14 May 2024

Kia EV6

Kia unveils facelifted EV6 with enhanced features, 500km range

Kia has unveiled its facelifted EV6 model in South Korea, showcasing significant exterior and interior changes.

12 May 2024

Hyundai

Upcoming compact SUVs in India from SKODA, Hyundai, and Kia

SKODA, the renowned automobile manufacturer, has announced its plans to launch a new compact SUV in India by March 2025.

10 May 2024

Auto

Kia now offers live streaming of your car's servicing

Kia Motors has unveiled a new digital after-sales initiative called Kia Krystal, in India.

Kia EV3 teased ahead of May 23 launch: Check features

South Korean carmaker Kia is making significant strides in the electric vehicle industry, aiming to attract young buyers even though demand for EVs seems to be cooling down after years of continuous growth.

27 Apr 2024

Kia EV9

Kia EV9 GT to go official in 2025: Expected features

Kia Motors recently disclosed its Q1 2024 business performance, which included a recording of the CEO's Investor Day address.

23 Apr 2024

Auto

Kia previews Tasman, its first pickup truck coming in 2025

Earlier this month, South Korean automotive manufacturer, Kia, announced its plans to enter the C-segment pickup truck market.

14 Apr 2024

Upcoming Cars

Kia to launch three new models in current fiscal year

Kia Motors is preparing to introduce three new models during the ongoing fiscal year.

13 Apr 2024

Skoda

SKODA, Kia set to ignite compact SUV market in 2025

The compact SUV market in India is set for a shake-up in 2025, with the introduction of two new models: SKODA's compact SUV and the Kia Clavis.

11 Apr 2024

Auto

Kia Tasman, brand's first pick-up truck, to launch in 2025

Kia is preparing to make its debut in the pick-up truck market with its first-ever model, the Tasman. The global launch of this new vehicle is scheduled for 2025.

08 Apr 2024

Hyundai

Hyundai partners with Exide for EV battery production in India

Hyundai and Kia Motors have announced a strategic partnership with Exide Energy Solutions, to boost their electric vehicle (EV) growth strategies in India.

06 Apr 2024

Kia Carens

Kia Carens EV to debut in India next year

South Korean automaker Kia Motors, has announced plans to introduce its first locally manufactured electric vehicle (EV), the Kia Carens EV, to the Indian market in 2025.

02 Apr 2024

Auto

2025 Kia K9 flagship sedan debuts with revamped exterior design

Kia Motors has revealed the facelifted model of its flagship sedan, the K9, also known as the K900 in the United States.

02 Apr 2024

Kia Carens

Kia Carens (facelift) launched in India at Rs. ₹12.11 lakh

Kia Motors has launched an updated version of its three-row SUV, the Carens, starting at ₹12.11 lakh (ex-showroom).

01 Apr 2024

Kia Sonet

2024 Kia Sonet gets two new entry-level trims with sunroof

Kia has broadened its Sonet facelift range in India by introducing two new trims, the HTE(O) and HTK(O).

01 Apr 2024

Kia Seltos

2024 Kia Seltos debuts with enhanced features, cheaper automatic models

Kia Motors has introduced the 2024 version of its popular compact SUV, the Seltos, boasting a range of updates across different variants.

29 Mar 2024

Honda

Major car manufacturers to hike prices in India this April

Major car manufacturers including Toyota, Kia, and Honda have announced plans to increase the prices of their models in India for the fiscal year 2024-25.

29 Mar 2024

SUV Cars

Kia Motors announces massive recall of Telluride SUVs: Here's why

Kia Motors has issued a significant recall of 427,407 units of the Telluride SUV in the US, manufactured between 2020 and 2024.

26 Mar 2024

Kia Seltos

Kia Motors enhances Seltos SUV with two new automatic variants

Kia Motors has expanded its Seltos mid-size SUV's portfolio, with the launch of two fresh automatic variants, namely the HTK+ petrol CVT and HTK+ diesel AT.

22 Mar 2024

New Auto Launches

Kia Motors unveils second-generation K4 sedan embracing new design philosophy

South Korean auto giant Kia Motors has unveiled its second-generation K4 sedan, boasting a novel design influenced by the brand's new 'Opposites United' aesthetic philosophy.

11 Mar 2024

Kia Sonet

Kia Motors working on Clavis compact SUV for India

Kia Motors is gearing up to introduce the Clavis, a new sub-4-meter SUV that will slot between the Sonet and Seltos in its lineup.

08 Mar 2024

Tata Motors Ltd

Top 10 best-selling SUVs in India in February

SUVs are extremely popular among car buyers in India. Tata Punch has claimed the top spot in sales for the second month in a row, with 18,438 units sold in February.

08 Mar 2024

Kia EV9

Kia EV9 wins 'Women's Worldwide Car of the Year' award

The Women's Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) panel has named Kia Motors's flagship EV, the EV9, as the World's Best Car for 2024 on International Women's Day.

06 Mar 2024

Toyota Hilux

Everything we know about Kia's Toyota Hilux rival in India

Kia Motors has teased the arrival of its first-ever pick-up truck, possibly named the Tasman.

23 Feb 2024

Hyundai

How Hyundai CRETA N Line will fare against Seltos X-Line

Hyundai is all set to introduce the sporty N Line model of the popular CRETA in India on March 11.

23 Feb 2024

Kia Seltos

Over 4,300 units of Kia Seltos CVT recalled: Here's why

Kia Motors has recalled 4,358 units of the Seltos SUV due to a possible error in the electronic oil pump controller.

22 Feb 2024

Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos hybrid to launch in 2025: What to expect

Kia Motors is gearing up to launch a hybrid version of its popular SUV, the Seltos, in 2025.

12 Feb 2024

Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga or Kia Carens: Which MPV is better

Maruti Suzuki has recently achieved a sales milestone with its popular model, the Ertiga. The car has become the fastest multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) to cross the 10 lakh unit sales figure in India.

09 Feb 2024

Kia Carnival

Everything we know about 2025 Kia Carnival MPV

South Korean automotive giant Kia Motors has unveiled the 2025 iteration of the Carnival minivan, showcasing fresh design and new powertrain choices.

06 Feb 2024

Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos surpasses 1 lakh bookings in 6 months

Kia Motors has received over 100,000 bookings for the updated Seltos SUV since its launch in July 2023.

03 Feb 2024

Kia EV9

Kia's flagship e-SUV, the EV9, spotted testing in India

Kia Motors's flagship electric SUV, the EV9, has been spotted in India for the first time.

30 Jan 2024

BMW

Two India-bound cars among 2024 WWCOTY award category winners

The Women's World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) has revealed the winners in five distinct categories for passenger vehicles in 2024.

19 Jan 2024

Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos diesel with manual gearbox launched at Rs. 12L

Kia Motors has brought back the manual gearbox option for the diesel-powered Seltos in India to address the growing demand. It carries a starting price tag of Rs. 12 lakh (ex-showroom).

14 Jan 2024

Upcoming Cars

Tata Punch-rivaling Kia Clavis in the works: What to expect

Kia Motors is reportedly gearing up to broaden its SUV lineup in India by introducing the Clavis sub-compact SUV.

14 Jan 2024

Kia Sonet

Is Kia Sonet better SUV than Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Kia Motors has launched the facelifted version of its best-selling model, the Sonet, in India with a starting price tag of Rs. 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

12 Jan 2024

Kia Sonet

Kia Sonet (facelift) launched in India at Rs. 8 lakh

Kia Motors has revealed the pricing of its highly-anticipated 2024 Sonet model in India.

09 Jan 2024

Kia Sonet

Kia to launch 2024 Sonet in India on January 12

The 2024 Kia Sonet is gearing up for its India launch on January 12, with pre-orders already live for the revamped sub-four-metre SUV.