Kia Motors plans to begin locally producing electric vehicles (EVs) in India by 2026. The move is aimed at expanding the company’s footprint in the growing EV market in the country.
Kia has seen significant success with its existing vehicle lineup in India, with models such as the Seltos and Sonet gaining popularity among Indian consumers. With India’s increasing focus on sustainable mobility, the company now looks to tap into the EV segment.
The announcement was made at a recent event by Kia’s senior officials, who confirmed that the company is in the process of setting up the necessary infrastructure for manufacturing EVs in India. The shift to local production is expected to improve cost efficiency and allow Kia to offer more affordable electric vehicles to Indian buyers.
Kia’s decision to produce EVs locally comes in the wake of the Indian government’s push for greener transportation solutions. The government has been incentivizing EV adoption through various initiatives, including tax benefits and subsidies for manufacturers.
As part of its strategy, Kia intends to introduce a range of electric vehicles tailored to Indian consumers’ preferences, with an emphasis on affordability, performance, and charging infrastructure.
While Kia is already selling its electric models, such as the Kia EV6, in India through imports, the upcoming locally manufactured vehicles are expected to make electric mobility more accessible and competitive in the Indian market.
By committing to local manufacturing, Kia Motors is joining other global automakers who are increasingly looking to India as a key market for electric vehicle growth.
