Kia India, the country's fourth largest carmaker after Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai and Tata Motors will enter the country's growing electric mobility space with the launch of Kia EV6, its first ever electric car. The Kia EV6 is based on the company's dedicated EV platform E-GMP and is pegged to offer premium mobility solutions to its customers. Kia EV6 bookings will start on May 26 and the launch is expected in the first week of June, with only limited units up for grabs, imported in India through the CBU route. As per the company, it's the most hi-tech Kia car ever made and is designed from the ground up to make electric mobility fun, convenient, and accessible. It combines a class-leading real-world driving range, ultra-fast charging capabilities, and a spacious, high-tech interior. Here's a detailed image gallery of the car from the test drive review.
Kia India will launch its first-ever electric car in India, the EV6 in June 2022, with bookings slated to open on May 26.
The Kia EV6 will serve as the company's flagship vehicle sitting above the Carnival MPV, which is currently the most expensive Kia product in India.
Kia, the South Korean automaker entered India in August 2019 with the launch of mid-size SUV Seltos, that went onto become the best-selling product for the brand in India.
Kia India later launched the Carnival MPV as its second offering in the country, surprising everyone with the product placement. The Carnival is a premium MPV available in multiple seating arrangments.
At 2020 Auto Expo, Kia showcased the Kia Sonet compact SUV, the company's smallest offering for the Indian market. Kia launched the Sonet in mid 2020, and like Seltos, the Sonet also captured a hige market share.
Kia launched its fourth product in the country in the form of an affordable MPV called the Kia Carens. The Kia Carens is available in 6 and 7 seater configuration.
Kia's latest offering for the Indian market will be the Kia EV6 electric car based on the company's first dedicated electric vehicle platform EGMP.
Kia EV6 promises advanced ADAS safety technology along with best-in-class all-electric range (500+ WLTP cycle) and AWD system as well.
Kia EV6 cabin with dual 12.3-inch curved screens.
Kia EV6 cabin, with 5-seater configuration.