Surprisingly, Kia managed to captivate the Indian market, becoming the fastest carmaker to achieve 200,000 domestic sales units in India. It entered the market with the Seltos, Sonet, and Limousine variants of Carnival.

These models account for 60% of the total cars sold. Hence there is considerable excitement for the upcoming Kia cars in India 2021. 

If you are looking to know more about the Kia upcoming models in India, we're here to dispel the cloud. Listing some of the best features of the models that Kia is set to launch in India, here is a list of 7 upcoming models until the first half of 2022.

1. Kia Xceed

Kia's first offering in India in June is the coupe-fied SUV. The car is a close cross between the Sportage and the Sorento, & other Kia vehicular expressions. The styling is where the SUV stands out, with its black plastic cladding, & chunky roof rails. These aspects give it an edgy, rough, and tumble look. 

Some of the highlights are the lane-keep assistance, hill start assistance, speed limit information, and forward-collision avoidance assistance. There are great expectations from this Kia upcoming SUV in India.

• Price: Ex-showroom price Rs.20 lakhs
• Engine displacement: 1298cc
• Mileage: 21kmpl
• Expected launch date: June 15, 2021
• Seating capacity: 4
• Body type: SUV
• Highlights: Interiors

2. Kia Sorento

Sorento is perfect for drivers looking for an adventurous ride. It is one of the most awaited Kia upcoming SUV in India. For those fans of the SUVs, the Sorento is ample spaced with a ton of features that make it superior to drive. It is available with a 2.5L Turbo engine with 11 lb-ft torque.

• Price: Rs.25 lakhs
• Engine displacement: 3298cc
• Mileage: 16.5kmpl
• Expected launch date: August 10, 2021
• Seating capacity: 7
• Body type: SUV
• Highlights: Roomy cabin

3. Kia Rio

The Kia Rio with its 1450 mm height and 1725 mm width, is a classic sedan in the looks department. It has got sleek, simple looks that are perfect for driving in the city. 

The vehicle also comes with an 8-inch colour LCD screen and 6 speakers attached to the front door, rear doors, and front tweeters. The car comes with 6 different colour options and a manually adjustable driver's seat. This is one of the Kia upcoming sedan cars in India that is highly recommended.

• Price: Rs.8 lakhs
• Engine displacement: 1198cc
• Expected launch date: August 31, 2021
• Seating capacity: 5
• Body type: Sedan 
• Highlights: Quality ride and handling

4. Kia Picanto

The Picanto is a compact, robust car for city travel and everyday light use. Its looks, however, are sharp and rugged, giving the impression of a stocky weightlifter, with four colours that you can choose from, expect Kia to offer the same variety in the Indian market. 

 The vehicle comes with cruise control with speed limiter and Electronic Stability Control. There are three Picanto grades: the S, the GT- Line, and the GT Manual. Thus, these features and more make the Picanto one of the most-awaited Kia upcoming models in India!

• Price: Rs.7 lakhs
• Engine displacement: 35 L
• Mileage: 16.8 kmpl
• Expected launch date: December 01, 2021
• Seating capacity: 5
• Body type: Hatchback
• Highlights: Safety features

5. Kia Carnival 2022

Wide, masculine, and edgy, you can consider this your playmate for the long rough roads. It can comfortably seat your extended family with its expansive seating capacity. Easily slide and remove the 2nd-row seats for more comfortable cabin space. 

So what convenient and innovative features does the Kia Carnival have to offer?  It comes with power sliding rear doors, an 8-inch touch screen display with a rearview camera, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Smart Key with Remote Start makes this car easy to navigate the vehicle. 7USB ports for charging and 1 for media ensure that the long drives do not have to be without mobile usage.

As an upcoming Kia 7 seater car in India, you can find the perfect family and adventure vehicle in the Carnival.  

• Price: Rs.26 lakhs
• Engine displacement: 2199cc
• Mileage: 14 kmpl
• Expected launch date: March 15, 2022
• Body type: SUV 
• Seating capacity: 7 
• Highlights: Lighter, stronger, quieter

6. Kia Stinger

The Kia Stinger was a flagship model for the Kia company. It achieves a perfect balance between the power of an SUV and the refinement of a sedan. You can easily use this vehicle to drive down any metropolitan's smooth roads and expect to turn heads in the process. 

The vehicle comes with new equipment like a 300 horsepower 2.5L turbocharged engine and a massive 10.25-inch touch screen console. The car can go to 60mph in under 4.7 seconds, and what's more, you get leather seats. 

Also, you get the power-adjustable driver's seat and the All-Wheel Drive technology. Michelin tyres and Brembo brakes ensure that you get nothing but the best in this Kia new launch in India.

• Price: Rs.50 lakhs 
• Engine displacement: 2199cc
• Mileage: 15 kmpl
• Expected launch date: April 1, 2022
• Seating capacity: 5
• Body type: Sedan
• Highlights: Incredible performance

7. Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is geared up for the adventurous, the spirited, and the truly sport-loving. Boasting unique lines and clear designs, enjoy the luxurious yet inspiring looks of this SUV as it glides and drives through the hairpin bends and forest tracks. 

It has a 240 horsepower turbocharged 2 litre engine that ensures a phenomenal thrust. Thanks to the Available Dynamax All-Wheel-Drive, this car is highly manoeuvrable and agile. The keynote feature of this vehicle is the Smart Power Liftgate that automatically opens when it senses the car key so that you can have hands-free access to the cargo area.

• Price: Rs.25 lakhs
• Engine displacement: 2359cc
• Mileage: 11 kmpl
• Expected launch date: April 10, 2022
• Seating capacity: 5
• Body type: SUV
• Highlights: Functionality and design