Kia India achieves 4% Annual Sales Growth in India: Sonet, Syros & Seltos become top-selling models

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  • Kia India has achieved 4% annual sales growth in India.
  • The three major contributors to these sales are Sonet, Syros, and Seltos.

Kia India, a prominent player in the automotive sector, is maintaining its strong growth momentum, achieving notable sales figures in March 2025. The company reported domestic sales of 25,525 units, marking a remarkable year-on-year increase of 19.3% from 21,400 units in March 2024. The Sonet was the leading model, contributing 30% to total sales, while the Seltos, Carens, and Syros followed with shares of 26%, 22%, and 20%, respectively.

This positive trend is evident in the quarterly sales figures, which reached 75,576 units, representing a 15.6% rise from the 65,369 units sold during the same quarter last year. Additionally, Kia India reported annual sales of 255,207 units, reflecting a 4% increase from the 245,634 units sold in FY 2023-24. In terms of exports, Kia shipped 26,892 units to international markets, further making its presence felt on a global scale.

The standout achievement of the quarter was the impressive launch of the Kia Syros, which has already achieved sales of 15,986 units since its introduction, highlighting the brand’s capability to offer products that appeal to Indian consumers.

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Kia Syros

Regarding the Sonet, this sub-4m SUV has consistently been Kia India’s top performer in sales and volume. Specifically, the Sonet contributes approximately 30% to Kia India’s overall sales, with the Seltos following at 26%, the Carens at 22%, and the Syros at 20%. The remaining 2% of sales are attributed to the Carnival, EV9, and EV6 models.

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Kia Seltos

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Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar, Senior Vice President and Head of Sales and Marketing, stated: “The significant growth in our sales reflects the confidence our customers place in Kia’s offerings and our dedication to providing top-notch mobility solutions. The enthusiastic reception of the Kia Syros within just two months of its introduction highlights our awareness of changing consumer preferences and our capability to meet them effectively. As we work to broaden our reach and enhance our product lineup, we remain committed to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. With this positive momentum, we are optimistic about further strengthening Kia’s status as one of the most cherished automotive brands in India.”

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Shivangi AgarwalShivangi Agarwal
Shivangi is an honours graduate in English from Delhi University with a passion for reading and writing. Always keen to know more about the latest gadgets, when she is not reading about tech, she loves listening to Hindi music and grooving to the latest Hindi beats.

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