Kia Carnival unveiled at Rajesh Motors, Udaipur

• The Kia Carnival was unveiled on 24^th Jan followed by test drives at Rajesh Motors.
• With robust 3S - Sales, Service and Spares network, the company will provide hassle-free and unique car ownership experience for its customers
• The Carnival will come with the biggest network for a new entrant with 265 touch points across 160 cities
• Carnival will be powered by a Diesel 2.2L VGT BS6 compliant engine paired with an 8-Speed Sportsmatic Transmission (8AT), and will be available in three generous trims: Premium, Prestige and Limousine
• Packed with class-leading features like VIP seats, 10.1” Dual Touchscreen Rear Seat Entertainment system, One-Touch Power sliding door, Smart Power tailgate, Dual-Panel Electric sunroof, Advance UVO Connected car Technology

Udaipur January  – Rajesh Motors ,the official dealer partner for Kia Motors India, the world’s 8th largest automaker, unveiled the Kia Carnival at Udaipur.This showcase will be followed by test drives for all customers for experiencing the car. Rajesh Motors established its footprint in 2019, with the launch of its much-awaited dealership and world class service facility with Rajesh Motors. The 20,000 square feet state-of-the-art dealership will house highly trained sales and service personnel to ensure highest levels of sales and after-sales services to the valued Kia customers.

Mr. Manohar Bhat, Vice President and Head of Sales & Marketing, says, “We are overwhelmed by the love for brand Kia that the Indian market has shown and our partnership with Udaipur dealership under the leadership of Mr. Rahul Shah has helped us reach tap this market extensively. The Udaipur region is a vital market for a product like Carnival, which is a never-before combination of sheer luxury and amazing performance. We are equipped with our robust network and seamless service delivery with 265 touch points across 160 cities, ensuring that the Carnival is available even in the remotest corners of the country.”

Mr. Rahul Shah dealer partner of Kia Motors India hailing from Rajesh Motors believes, “We are proud to be partners of Kia Motors in India and bring some of the most innovative and global products to the region. We are confident of delivering the best of the products and service to our customers and ensure that Kia’s newest offering - the bold and sophisticated Kia Carnival – reaches the customers and resonates the value of sheer extravagance.”

The 256 touchpoints will be operated by authorized Kia dealer partners and will ensure state of art experience for sales and aftersales through IOT (Internet of Things) technology. To further ease the process of scheduling a service appointment, Kia Motors India will leverage IOT via its Kia Link App which will notify the customers about an upcoming/service due reminder to guarantee and keep intact the vehicle performance and life. The Kia Link App would allow the customers to make an appointment at their preferred dealer managed by the Dealer Management System (DMS) with remarks of the problems in the car, and other array of features and services, eliminating the paperwork and saving time.

The Kia Carnival is a perfect blend of style and practicality, offering best-in-class safety, comfort and refinement for occupants. The Carnival will be offered in three exuberant trims – Premium, Prestige and Limousine and with multiple seating configurations of 7, 8 and 9. It is equipped with class-leading features to connect with style-conscious and tech-savvy consumers, like Dual Panel Electric Sunroof, VIP Seats with 10.1” Dual Touchscreen Rear Seat Entertainment System, One-Touch Power Sliding Door and Smart Power Tailgate among others. In-line with Kia’s continued quest to provide advanced technology that makes driving safer, convenient and enjoyable, the Carnival comes equipped with the UVO, enabling 37 smart features, offered free for initial 3 years.

The Carnival has already gathered record-breaking 1000 bookings on the first day itself and we are still accepting bookings for a token amount of INR 1,00,000 and the company is prepared to handle excess demand.

Further details on the Kia Carnival, including specifications, are available on the Kia Motors India website (www.kia.com/in)

About Kia Motors India (KMI)

In April 2017, Kia Motors signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the State Government of Andhra Pradesh, to build a new manufacturing facility in Anantapur District. Construction of Kia Motors’ first manufacturing facility in India has been completed and the first car rolled out on August 8, 2019. The annual production capacity of the plant is approximately 300,000 units per year.

For more information about Kia Motors India, please visit www.kia.com/in

About Kia Motors Corporation

Kia Motors Corporation (www.kia.com) – 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. About 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$47 billion. It is the major sponsor of the Australian Open, official automotive partner of FIFA – the governing body of the FIFA World Cup™ – and official partner of the UEFA Europa League – the world’s largest professional club football competition. 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.For more information about Kia Motors and our products, please visit our Global Media Center at www.kianewscenter.com