These new Kia Cars will introduce new segment first features and leave its rivals baffled!

3 New Kia Cars are all set to launch later this year bringing in a host of new design upgrades over the current iteration. These 3 models are the Carens MPV, Kia Sonet EV, and the New-Generation Seltos SUV. Let’s take a look at each of them:

Kia Carens

Expected Launch: ICE: H1 2025 EV: H2 2025

Kia has been testing the Carens in India, revealing some design details despite the camouflage. The Carens features alloy wheels similar to the upcoming Kia EV5, with a 5-spoke design for both the EV and ICE versions. The front has L-shaped LED DRLs, a thin LED light bar, and LED projectors, while the rear includes C-shaped connected LED tail-lamps and revised bumpers.

Interior features are expected to resemble the Seltos, including a 10.25-inch infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital cluster, updated controls, and an electric parking brake. Both the EV and ICE versions are likely to offer 6 and 7-seater options, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, and new upholstery.

• Battery Specs: EV: 45-50 kWh battery pack, 450-500 km Range [Expected]
• Engine Specs [ICE]:
  • 1.5 L Diesel – 114 BHP, 250 NM – 6 Speed MT / IMT / AT
  • 1.5 L Turbo Petrol – 158 BHP, 253 NM – 6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT

Kia is expected to launch the Carens ICE in the 1st half of 2025, while the EV version sometime in 2nd half of 2025.

Kia Sonet EV

Expected Launch: H2 2025

Kia India currently offers two premium EVs, the EV6 and EV9, and is now preparing to enter the mass-market segment with models like the Kia Sonet EV, recently spotted testing in India. The camouflaged test mule, identified by its engine-less silence and lack of tailpipes, confirms its EV nature and shares the overall silhouette of the existing Sonet.

The Sonet EV is anticipated to launch by mid-2025, competing directly with models like the Tata Nexon EV and Mahindra XUV400. It is expected to offer both standard and long-range variants, with a projected range around 450 km on a full charge. Design updates for the Kia Sonet EV may include a redesigned grille, exclusive alloy wheels, and unique color options, along with interior enhancements like an EV-specific user interface and added features like upgraded Level 2 ADAS, Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold, Heads-up Display, etc.

Next-Gen Kia Seltos

Expected Launch: Late 2025

Kia will be launching the next-generation Seltos in India later this year bringing in a whole lot of new design for both the exterior and the interior. It’ll get Kia Telluride [sold internationally] inspired design along with new features such as heated seats, co-driver powered seat, 30-inch Trinity Panoramic display, and so much more. More importantly, it’ll be getting a Hybrid Powertrain joining the lists of Toyota Hyryder, and the Maruti Grand Vitara; which will help Kia to achieve higher mileage, lower emissions, resulting in upto 1000 KMs Range.

Kia will also most likely retain the 1.5 L Turbo Petrol and the 1.5 L Diesel Engine with transmission choice being 6 Speed Manual / Automatic / iMT, and the 7 Speed DCT.