Kia records 18.3% YoY Growth in April 2025, 23,623 units dispatched in April 2025
Kia India has reported an 18.3% year-on-year (y-o-y) growth in domestic sales for April 2025, dispatching 23,623 units compared to 19,968 units sold in April 2024. This marks a strong start to the calendar year and highlights the company's sustained momentum in the Indian automotive market.Leading the charge was the Kia Sonet with 8,068 units, followed by the Seltos with 6,135 units. The Carens continued to perform steadily, recording 5,259 units, while the newly launched Syros contributed 4,000 units in its debut month. Kia's premium MPV, the Carnival Limousine, added 161 units to the monthly sales tally.advertisementThe company's overall growth for CY25 so far stands at 16.2% YoY, boosted by a positive customer response to the Syros, Kia's latest offering.
'We are pleased by the strong start to CY25, underscored by the enduring success of the Sonet and the positive market response for the new Syros,' said Hardeep Singh Brar, Senior Vice President and Head of Sales and Marketing, Kia India. 'This performance reaffirms the growing trust our customers place in Kia's product excellence and brand promise.'Looking ahead, Kia India is gearing up to launch a new MPV, the Clavis, on May 8, which will be positioned above the Kia Carens. The Clavis aims to strengthen Kia's position in the MPV space.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine
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