Overview
- Series production has begun at Kia’s Anantapur plant, with a ceremonial first-unit roll-out attended by MD and CEO Gwanggu Lee.
- Official India pricing will be announced on January 2, 2026, with deliveries expected to begin shortly thereafter, and bookings open for Rs 25,000.
- Built on the K3 platform, the SUV measures 4,460 mm in length, 1,830 mm in width and rides on a 2,690 mm wheelbase, growing notably over the previous model.
- Powertrains carry over with 1.5-litre NA petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel options paired with 6MT, 6iMT, iVT/CVT, 7DCT or 6AT depending on variant.
- Feature highlights include a 30-inch Trinity panoramic display, Bose 8-speaker audio, Kia Connect 2.0 with OTA updates, and a 24-feature safety pack with Level 2 ADAS, while reviews note a clear shift toward ride comfort.