Kia today showcased its all-electric SUV concept, the Kia EV9 and the Kia KA4 MPV at the Auto Expo 2023. The company also announced an investment of INR 2,000 crores in India for EV related R&D, manufacturing, and infrastructure development.
The Kia EV9 electric SUV concept gets a 27-inch ultrawide
display and solar panels to extend range. Speaking of the Kia KA4, it has
received slide flex second row, ADAS, dual sunroof, rear occupant alert and more.
Further, the brand also announced its entry into the
Purpose-Built Vehicles (PBVs) segment. Kia has showcased the PBVs at its
pavilion that includes a police van and an ambulance based on the Carens.
"Kia has been a dynamic brand, one that has never shied
away from challenging the established norms of the automotive industry.
I am glad that we are able to showcase our distinctive
sustainable mobility solutions that address the ever-evolving new-age
consumer’s needs, along with our vision to contribute to a greener and cleaner
future thereby defining our vision of an inspiring tomorrow,” says Tae-Jin
Park, Managing Director & CEO, Kia India.
He further added, "With the launch of EV6, we started
our electrification journey in India and today, with the unveiling of the
concept EV9, we are presenting our vision of the future.
With KA4, we want to showcase our might in the popular UV
segment, offering bold design & capability, safety and luxury, packed in
one large Recreational Vehicle. With the PBVs, we once again successfully
recognised an unmet need of the Indian market, offering inspiring mobility
solutions for specialised institutions."
Kia India also commits two long-term CSR initiatives –
Project DROP (Develop Responsible Outlook towards Plastic) and Project Uphaar
at the 16th edition of the Auto Expo 2023.