Kia India Records Best-Ever August Wholesale at 29,042 Units as Customers Embrace New Mobility Solutions; Registers 48.1% YoY Growth

New Delhi, September 1, 2026: Kia India, one of the country’s leading mass-premium automakers, today announced its best-ever August wholesale performance, dispatching 29,042 units in August 2026 — a 48.1% YoY growth compared to 19,608 units in August 2025.

Year-to-date (YTD) wholesales for 2026 stand at 220,991 units, up from 183,882 units in the same period last year, marking a 20.1% growth.

Key Highlights

• August 2026 wholesales: 29,042 units (+48.1% YoY).
• YTD 2026 wholesales: 220,991 units (+20.1% YoY).
• Seltos & Sonet: Consistently anchor Kia’s volumes.
• Syros EV: Newly launched, receiving tremendous customer response.
• Carens Clavis & Clavis EV: Sustained demand supporting portfolio strength.

Mr. Atul Sood, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Kia India: “Our strong performance in August reflects the continued trust of our customers and the relevance of our evolving product portfolio. While the Seltos and Sonet continue to drive sustained demand, the encouraging contribution from the newly launched Syros EV signals growing customer acceptance of electric mobility. Through Assured Buyback, Battery-as-a-Service, and Lifetime Battery Warranty, we are addressing key ownership considerations and making the transition to electric mobility more accessible and reassuring. The upcoming launch of the Sorento will further advance this strategy and strengthen Kia’s premium mobility proposition in India.”

EV Proposition
Kia India’s EV line-up is backed by one of the industry’s strongest ownership propositions:

• Assured Buyback Programme
• Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS)
• Lifetime High Voltage Battery Warranty

These initiatives address price, battery peace of mind, and resale value, making EV adoption more accessible and confidence-inspiring.

Looking Ahead

• Kia India will launch the Sorento on September 4, 2026.
• Sorento will be Kia’s first hybrid SUV for India, complemented by a diesel powertrain, entering the premium three-row SUV segment.
• Reinforces Kia’s strategy of offering future-ready mobility solutions across powertrains.

Nationwide Footprint

• 910 touchpoints across 418 cities.
• 137 Certified Pre-Owned outlets offering instant payments, seamless exchanges, and hassle-free ownership.

About Kia India
Kia India is a leading mass-premium automaker, offering a diverse portfolio of SUVs, MPVs, and EVs tailored to evolving customer needs. With strong nationwide accessibility and innovative ownership propositions, Kia continues to strengthen its position as a trusted mobility partner in India.