Kia India, a leading mass-premium carmaker, celebrated a significant milestone with the rollout of its 1.5 millionth vehicle from its advanced manufacturing facility in Anantapur. The milestone vehicle was the Carens, one of India’s most popular family cars. To mark this achievement, the company also announced the launch of a new version of the Carens on May 8th. The upcoming model promises to be smarter, safer, and more evolved, reinforcing Kia’s commitment to providing future-ready mobility solutions.
On the occasion, Gwanggu Lee, Managing Director and CEO, Kia India, said, “Rolling out our 1.5 millionth ‘Make in India’ vehicle is a proud and emotional moment for Kia India and every partner who has been a part of this journey. From the very first Seltos to the 1.5 millionth Carens today, each car stands as a testament to the trust, love, and support of our customers and partners. We are deeply grateful for this association and look forward to continuing our pursuit of automotive excellence. The future of Kia India looks bright as we remain steadfast in driving innovation, offering industry-leading products, and shaping the mobility landscape in India.”
Building on this momentum, Kia India has consistently expanded its product portfolio to cater to diverse market segments. Earlier this year, the company introduced the Syros, a bold, stylish compact SUV designed for modern, urban Indian consumers.
Since its entry into the Indian market with the launch of the Seltos in August 2019, Kia has consistently captured the hearts of Indian consumers. With a focus on quality manufacturing, cutting-edge technology, and customer-centric innovation, Kia India’s Anantapur plant has played a critical role in the company’s success story. Spanning 536 acres, the facility is one of the most advanced automotive plants in the country and serves as a vital export hub, with vehicles shipped to over 90 countries worldwide.
The state-of-the-art Kia facility at Anantapur has so far manufactured over 700,668 units (46.7%) of Seltos, followed by 519,064 units (34.6%) of the Sonet, 241,582 units (16.1%) of the Carens, 23,036 units (1.5%) of the Syros and 16,172 units (1.1%) of the Carnival.
