Kia cars in India (9)
Kia entered the Indian market in 2019 with the launch of the Kia Seltos SUV. The company manufactures cars at its Penukonda plant in Andhra Pradesh. This South Korean brand offers a total of 9 models: 4 MUVs and 5 SUVs. The Kia India line-up includes petrol, diesel, and electric car options. Kia car price in India starts from ₹7.99 lakh for the entry-level Sonet and goes up to ₹1.29 crore for the top model, EV9.
Kia Car Price in India 2026
Here are all the Kia cars offered as of January 2026:
Kia Car | Price (ex-showroom) | Fuel Type | Transmission Type | 0-100 (in seconds) |
Kia Syros | ₹8.99 lakh - ₹17.79 lakh | Diesel, Petrol | TC, DCT, Manual | 12.63 |
Kia Sonet | ₹7.99 lakh - ₹15.63 lakh | Diesel, Petrol | TC, DCT, Manual | 11.48 - 12.25 |
Kia Seltos | ₹11.12 lakh - ₹20.50 lakh | Diesel, Petrol | DCT, IMT, CVT, TC, Manual | 12.91 |
Kia Carens | ₹11.40 lakh - ₹13.25 lakh | Diesel, Petrol | IMT, Manual | 10 - 12.4 |
Kia Carens Clavis | ₹11.49 lakh - ₹21.49 lakh | Diesel, Petrol | Manual, IMT, TC, DCT | 8.4 |
Kia Carens Clavis EV | ₹17.99 lakh - ₹24.49 lakh | Electric | Automatic | 8.4 |
Kia Carnival | ₹63.91 lakh | Diesel | Automatic | 11.1 |
Kia EV6 | ₹65.96 lakh | Electric | Automatic | 5.16 |
Kia EV9 | ₹1.29 crore | Electric | Automatic | 5.3 |
Kia Electric Cars in India
The Kia electric car price in India starts at ₹17.99 lakh and goes up to ₹1.29 crore. As of January 2026, Kia offers 3 electric models:
Kia Electric Car | Body Type | Seating Capacity | Range (Km) | Charging Time |
Kia Carens Clavis EV | MUV | 7 | 404km - 490km | 4 hrs (11kW AC 10–100%), 39 min (100kW DC 10–80%) |
Kia EV6 | SUV | 5 | 663 | 18 min (350kW DC Fast Charger 10–80%) |
Kia EV9 | SUV | 6 | 561 | 24 min (DC Fast Charger 10–80%) |
Kia 7 Seater Cars in India
Kia offers two 7 seater cars in India: the Carens Clavis and the Carnival. The price range for Kia 7 seater cars in India is between ₹11.49 lakh and ₹63.91 lakh (ex-showroom). The entry-level model in Kia's electric offerings is the Carens Clavis, available in petrol, diesel, and electric variants.
In the premium segment, Kia presents the Carnival, an MUV that is available exclusively in diesel. It features a 2151 cc engine and is offered in a single variant: the Kia Carnival Limousine Plus 2.2 Diesel AT. This model is priced at ₹63.91 lakh (ex-showroom).
Kia Sedan Cars
Kia sedan cars are not currently available in India. The lineup of Kia cars in India mainly consists of SUVs, MPVs, and electric models. Globally, Kia continues to sell sedans, and if market demand grows, future Kia cars in India may also include a dedicated sedan offering.
Upcoming Kia Cars in India
As of January 2026, and confirmed by Kia India, the following model is expected to arrive in showrooms next year:
Kia Syros EV
- Expected Price Range: ₹15 lakh to ₹20 lakh
- Estimated Battery Pack Options: 42kWh and 49kWh
Kia Cars Price List (On-Road) in Indian Metro Cities
The tables below list the latest Kia car price (on-road) in major Indian cities.
Kia Car | Kolkata | Delhi | Mumbai | Chennai |
Kia Syros | ₹10.46 lakh - ₹20.71 lakh | ₹10.19 lakh - ₹21.16 lakh | ₹10.55 lakh - ₹21.43 lakh | ₹10.46 lakh - ₹21.60 lakh |
Kia Sonet | ₹9.31 lakh - ₹18.22 lakh | ₹9.07 lakh - ₹18.61 lakh | ₹9.39 lakh - ₹18.84 lakh | ₹9.31 lakh - ₹19.00 lakh |
Kia Seltos | ₹13.01 lakh - ₹23.84 lakh | ₹13.01 lakh - ₹24.36 lakh | ₹13.23 lakh - ₹24.87 lakh | ₹13.57 lakh - ₹24.87 lakh |
Kia Carens | ₹13.33 lakh - ₹15.47 lakh | ₹13.33 lakh - ₹15.80 lakh | ₹13.56 lakh - ₹16.00 lakh | ₹13.90 lakh - ₹16.13 lakh |
Kia Carens Clavis | ₹13.44 lakh- ₹24.99 lakh | ₹13.44 lakh - ₹24.99 lakh | ₹13.67 lakh - ₹25.63 lakh | ₹14.01 lakh - ₹26.06 lakh |
Kia Carens Clavis EV | ₹20.93 lakh - ₹28.44 lakh | ₹20.79 lakh - ₹28.25 lakh | ₹20.79 lakh - ₹28.25 lakh | ₹20.79 lakh - ₹28.25 lakh |
Kia Carnival | ₹73.97 lakh | ₹75.57 lakh | ₹77.17 lakh | ₹77.17 lakh |
Kia EV6 | ₹76.35 lakh | ₹75.82 lakh | ₹75.82 lakh | ₹75.82 lakh |
Kia EV9 | ₹1.50 crore | ₹1.49 crore | ₹1.49 crore | ₹1.49 crore |
Kia Cars - Latest Updates
- 02 January, 2026: Kia has introduced the new Seltos in India, priced from Rs 10.99 lakh onwards.
- 12 December, 2025: Kia Seltos hybrid to launch in India by 2027.
- 10 December, 2025: Kia has unveiled the new Seltos ahead of its January 2, 2026 launch.
FAQs
Trending Questions on Kia Cars - Answered by Autocar Experts
I am planning to buy my first car and have started driving classes. My budget is ₹10 lakh. I will mostly drive in the city and occasionally on the highway, and we are a family of four. I am confused between Venue, Nexon, 3XO, Sonet, and Syros. Please suggest which car to buy.
If you want to buy any of these SUVs, we suggest increasing your budget by ₹2-3 lakh. At a ₹10 lakh on-road budget, you will have to settle for the lower variants, which is a personal choice but does mean missing out on key features.
Within a ₹10 lakh budget, a good option for you is the Hyundai Exter. It allows you to choose a fully loaded variant that comes with an 8-inch touchscreen, sunroof, cruise control, wireless phone charger, rearview camera, and other useful features. It gets a smooth and refined 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder engine that delivers power in a predictable and easy-to-manage manner.
Since you are a new driver, opting for the AMT would be a sensible choice, as it adds to everyday driving comfort and convenience.
Amongst the cars you mentioned, you can consider the Tata Nexon or Kia Sonet.
I’m currently driving a 2017 Brezza diesel and want to upgrade. I drive around 20 km daily within the city early mornings and late nights. I need a safe 5-seater car for my family that’s easy to maneuver for parking, with a budget of around ₹20 lakhs. I’ve my sights on the Tata Sierra and Kia Seltos. Kindly suggest options other than Maruti and Toyota.
Both the Tata Sierra and Kia Seltos are good picks. The powertrain to pick in the Sierra lineup is the turbo petrol variant, however this iteration is only available in top variants. But this will be a couple of lakhs above the price band suggested by you. The 1.5-litre NA engine in the Sierra lacks the punch and is noisy.
Instead, we would suggest going for the Kia Seltos, which gets well-equipped lower variants, and even the 1.5-litre NA is smooth and responsive.
I currently own a 2021 Brezza manual and am planning to upgrade to an automatic car with a budget of around ₹25 lakh. Creta EV, Tata Sierra, and the new Seltos are on my list, but I’m confused. I like the Creta EV but am unsure about the 8-year battery warranty and charging infrastructure in India. I’m worried about Sierra’s after-sales service, and with Seltos I’m concerned about mileage in the city. Could someone help me finalize one?
Your worry around charging infra is well-founded. While the infrastructure is growing fast, it remains unreliable. EVs make good city cars if you have home charging, highway driving requires planning.
Tata Motors is is actively working to improve service perception and quality. However, it continues to be a common concern among buyers.
Given your priorities of good after-sales support and fuel efficiency, you can go for the Kia Seltos 1.5-litre NA petrol. The claimed mileage of around 17 km/l is competitive in this segment, and if you drive with a light-foot, you can get good mileage.
I can’t decide between the Maruti Suzuki Victoris and the all-new Kia Seltos. My budget is ₹20-24 lakh, and I am looking to upgrade to an SUV.
Hi, I am confused between the new Kia Seltos and the new Tata Sierra, both petrol variants. My monthly driving is around 500-700 km, mostly in cities. I am looking for an automatic turbo-petrol car or NA petrol with good driving quality and low maintenance. My budget is ₹20 lakh, not above that. Your team can suggest any other brand or model, provided it is not close to a facelift or next-generation update.
My budget is ₹20-22 lakhs. Most of my driving is in bumper-to-bumper city traffic for about 30 km daily, with a highway drive of around 1000 km once every six months. I need an automatic vehicle with features like a 360° camera, blind-view monitor, and ventilated seats. Please suggest some vehicles.
Considering your requirements, we would suggest the Kia Seltos HTX CVT with ADAS.
For daily city commutes, the 1.5 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a CVT automatic feels smooth, refined, easy to drive and offers a comfortable ride. It is also well equipped and gets all the features you are looking for and more. For occasional highway use, this engine and gearbox combination has enough punch as well.
An alternative is the Hyundai Creta, which uses a similar engine and gearbox, but the Seltos feels newer and better specced. Another option is the Tata Sierra, though its 1.5 litre naturally aspirated engine does not feel as effortless as the one in the Seltos.
Currently, I own a Celerio and am planning to buy an MPV. I’ve shortlisted the XL6, Kia Carens, and Hyundai Alcazar. Please suggest which one is best in terms of mileage and performance. I’ll mostly drive in the city, with 3-4 long rides per year of up to 1,200 km.
The Maruti Suzuki XL6 would best suit your requirements of mileage and performance. Against the others in your shortlist, the 1.5 litre petrol engine in the XL6 offers decent performance and refinement, but a noticeably better fuel efficiency. The engine has a mild-hybrid setup and, in our standard test cycle, returned a figure of 9.2kpl in the city and 17.0kpl on the highway.
We assume, of course, you are comparing petrol versions across the three MPVs in your shortlist, given that the XL6 comes with only a petrol engine. If not, the Kia Carens and Hyundai Alcazar also have diesel engines, and these versions would be more fuel efficient than the petrol XL6.
I have a Liva petrol manual and want to replace it with a similar-sized small car that has more safety features such as ADAS Level 2 and an automatic transmission. My choice is the new 2025 Hyundai Venue. Is this the right choice, or do I have other options?
While there aren't too many compact cars with ADAS features, the new Hyundai Venue is one of them. It's a great all-rounder with improved ride comfort and rear-seat space, a high-tech infotainment system with excellent graphics, a wide array of engines and gearboxes, and loads of safety features, including the aforementioned ADAS.
Another good option is the Kia Syros, which has all the features of the Venue, but even greater rear seat space (and ventilated rear seats). It costs a little bit more, and its look is not to all tastes, but it offers quite a bit more.
Hi Team Autocar, I own a Tata Nexon (Petrol) and am looking to go for a larger 7-seater car as our family has just expanded by 2. My driving is mainly going to be in the city with frequent 100-150 km trips every month with the family. Which car offers the best third-row comfort and space within a ₹20 lakh budget? Thank you!
I want to buy an automatic car in the sub-SUV segment. I’ve shortlisted the Hyundai Elevate, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Hyundai Victorious Venue, and Hyundai Creta. My budget is around ₹14-16 lakh. I’m a normal driver - neither very expert nor very enthusiastic. I want to use my car for the next 10 years with low maintenance and good reliability. My average distance will be around 300 km per month, mostly in the city and rarely on highways. Could you suggest a car with an automatic variant based on my requirements?
We would recommend you look at the new Kia Seltos. The new car is built on Kia's latest platform, bringing in some new tech, including the ability to have over-the-air updates for many modules.
This will be handy for you, given that you are planning to keep the car for a long time. Also, given that you are not so enthusiastic about driving and your running per month is very low, we would recommend the 1.5 litre naturally aspirated (NA) petrol engine coupled to the automatic.
The autoxbox is a continuously variable transmission (CVT), which is quite smooth and, with the 1.5 NA engine, does a good job as a daily driver in the city. Lastly, of course, Kia's are generally reliable and should do you well over the course of your ownership.
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