Kia experiences an 8% increase in July sales, with the Carens Clavis significantly boosting its sales trajectory
Kia India has reported a significant increase in its year-to-date (YTD) sales for 2025, marking a 11.45% growth compared to the same period in 2024. The automaker sold 163,439 units in the first seven months of 2025, up from 146,644 units during January to July 2024.
The Carens Clavis, including the new Carens Clavis EV, has been a key driver of this growth. In July 2025 alone, Kia recorded sales of 22,135 units, an 8% year-over-year increase from July 2024. This highlights the Carens as Kia’s top-selling model recently, boosted by its new premium trim and electric variant launching this year.
Detailed sales distribution from June 2025 shows the Carens accounted for 7,921 units, the Sonet for 6,658 units, and the Seltos for 5,225 units. Other models like the Syros and Carnival contributed smaller numbers.
The Carens Clavis EV, with its impressive performance, range, and practicality, has significantly contributed to Kia's sales growth this year. The Seltos and Sonet remain the strongest sellers for Kia India.
In July 2025, Kia's exports stood at 2,590 units. The new Syros subcompact SUV from Kia is witnessing growing demand. However, no new pricing information for any Kia model was provided.
The Renault Bigster and Force Motors Gurkha were not mentioned in the recent updates. The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced at approximately ₹ 11.42 Lakhs, while the Force Motors Gurkha is priced at approximately ₹ 16.75 Lakhs.
Joonso Cho, Chief Sales Officer of Kia India, stated that the steady sales performance reflects the trust Indian customers continue to place in Kia. The automaker is optimistic about maintaining this momentum moving forward.
Kia's new electric vehicle, the Carens Clavis EV, has significantly contributed to the automaker's sales growth in 2025, boosting the sales of their top-selling model. In July 2025, the Carens accounted for a substantial portion of Kia's total sales, with the Seltos and Sonet also continuing to perform strongly. Meanwhile, the new Syros subcompact SUV from Kia is witnessing growing demand in the transportation industry, although no new pricing information for any Kia model has been released. Despite this, the sales performance reflects the continued trust Indian customers place in Kia, with the automaker optimistic about maintaining this momentum in the finance and lifestyle sectors.
