Kia Motors India sells its Indian made cars in more than 95 countries across the world. In this context, the company has exported about 2 lakh vehicles to foreign countries in the last 4 years. In which the maximum export of Kia Seltos has been done. This model of the company is also very popular in India. Of this figure, only 1,35,885 units of the Seltos have been exported to various overseas markets so far. Along with this SUV, the company also exports its India-made 7-seater Carens MPV, sub-4 meter compact Sonet SUV and the luxury Carnival MPV to several overseas markets.
Company informed
The company has already reported that it has exported over 2 lakh cars manufactured at its factory located in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh to global markets. Among these, the maximum participation was from Kia Seltos. In the mid-size SUV segment, Seltos is the second best selling car in India. It is the best selling car of the company. Seltos accounts for 68% and 53% of overseas and domestic sales respectively.
What is the price of Seltos?
The Kia Seltos is available in India at a starting price of Rs 10.8 lakh ex-showroom. This car is available in the market in 7 monochrome and 3 bicolor color options. Along with this, the option of dual engine is also available which includes 1.5 liter petrol and 1.5 liter diesel engine.
India is becoming export hub
Along with the Seltos, Kia sells the Sonet at the second spot with 54,406 units and the Cairns at the third spot with 8,230 units. Kia Motors’ exports to grow by 22% based on the last quarter last year and 44% in FY2023. for SUVs in the global market.
Competes with Hyundai Creta
Kia Seltos competes with Hyundai Creta in India. It also gets a choice of diesel and gasoline engines.