Kia Carens in 2024 sold a 63,674 Units which good for an model which goes up against the Maruti Ertiga while having 10 times more features than them.

The Kia Carens remained a popular MPV in 2024, recording total sales of 63,674 units. The year saw ups and downs, with some months showing strong growth while others had sharp declines, especially towards the end of the year.

Monthly Sales Performance of Kia Carens in 2024

Kia Carens started the year with 5,848 units sold in January. February saw a big drop to 4,832 units, down 17.4 percent. Sales remained low in March at 4,737 units, with a 2 percent decline. April brought a strong recovery, reaching 5,328 units, a 12.5 percent increase.Moreover, Kia at this time launched the Diesel Manual Transmission variants from Rs. 12.67 Lakh along with rejigging of variants. Few days later, the Carens was tested twice at the Global NCAP achieving 3 Stars Safety Rating.

May sales stayed almost the same at 5,316 units. Kia in May made Carens available on leash. So, then in June, sales dropped slightly to 5,154 units, down 3 percent while July saw a good increase to 5,679 units, up 10.2 percent, followed by further growth in August with 5,881 units, a 3.6 percent rise.

Sales continued to improve in September, reaching 6,217 units, a 5.7 percent increase. Kia in the same month launched the Gravity Edition for the mid-variants which ends up few features from top trims. In October, sales climbs up to 6,384 units, up 2.7 percent, however, November saw a decline to 5,672 units, down 11.2 percent, and December recorded the biggest fall of the year, with sales dropping to 2,626 units, a 53.7 percent decrease, likely due to year-end buying trends and stock clearance.

Reasons for Fluctuations in Kia Carens Sales

The Kia Carens saw strong demand in April, July, and September, likely due to festive season sales and new model interest. However, competition from the Maruti Ertiga may have affected sales in weaker months. Pricing, market trends, and customer preference for upcoming models also played a role. The sharp decline in November and December suggests that buyers may have delayed purchases, waiting for facelift or the EV counterpart or discounts at year-end. Mid-year stability shows steady demand, especially among families and fleet buyers.

Final Thoughts

Despite some slow months, the Kia Carens finished 2024 with 63,674 units sold, proving its popularity in the MPV segment. While the year ended with a drop in sales, its strong mid-year performance suggests continued demand. With possible updates in 2025, the Kia Carens is expected to stay a key player in the market.