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Kia makes its Indian debut at Auto Expo 2018
-Kia Motors will make its debut in India at the Auto Expo
-World premiere for Kia SP Concept, hinting at plans for an Indian-market SUV
-SP Concept takes Kia's design language in a bold and sophisticated direction
-Kia to outline plans for Indian market with showcase of 16 global models
New Delhi, January30, 2018–KiaMotors India (KMI) will make its Indian market debut at the Auto Expo 2018 in New Delhi with a new concept car. Kia will unveil the SP Concept at the New Delhi motor show on 7 February, 2018, alongside a showcase of 16 of the brand’s global models.
Inspired by Indian heritage and driven by advanced technology, the Kia SP Concept hints atthe company’s plans to introduce a new SUV to the Indian market in future. Bold and stylish, the SP Concept combines sophisticated beauty, breakthrough technology, and high functionality in a smallSUV form.
Alongside the global debut for the SP Concept, Kia will showcase its global range of cars at Auto Expo. Kia will exhibit its wide range of electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, and a range of other cars – including the exciting new Stinger sports sedan. Kia Motors is looking to replicate its global success in India, the world’s fastest growing car market.
Han-Woo Park, Presidentof Kia Motors Corporation, commented:“All of us at Kia Motors are extremely proud to take our first steps into one of world’s largest automotive markets. And we are here to build more than just great cars. We aim to set a new standard in the Indian auto industryby providing consumers with world-class products and services, while engaging with and giving back to the local community.”
Kia’s award-winning products arenow among the most popular cars on sale across the world today, gaining praise for attractive design, high-tech features, and reliability. The company’s distinctive design identity, including its hallmark ‘tiger-nose’ grille, runs through the brand’s entire vehicle line-up, making the brand’s cars immediately recognizable all over the world.
The SP Concept and full range of Kia cars will be on display at the Kia stand in Hall 7 of the Auto Expo.
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About Kia Motors India (KMI)
In April 2017,Kia Motors signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the State Government of Andhra Pradesh, India, to build a new manufacturing facility inAnantapur District. Construction of Kia Motors’ firstmanufacturing facility in India is under consideration to commence in the first quarter of 2018. The manufacturing facility is expected to begin production in the second half of 2019 and produce approximately 300,000 units per year.
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About Kia Motors Corporation (KMC)
Kia Motors Corporation – a maker of world-class quality vehicles for the young-at-heart – was founded in 1944 and is Korea's oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles. Over 3 million Kia vehicles a year are produced at 14 manufacturing and assembly operations in five countries which are then sold and serviced through a network of distributors and dealers covering around 180 countries. Kia today has over 51,000 employees worldwide and annual revenues of over US$45 billion. It is the major sponsor of the Australian Open and an official automotive partner of FIFA – the governing body of the FIFA World Cup™. Kia Motors Corporation's brand slogan – "The Power to Surprise" – represents the company's global commitment to surprise the world by providing exciting and inspiring experiences that go beyond expectations.
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