Kia confirms compact SUV launch for 2020

While the production version of the SP Concept will be Kia Motor’s focus in India in 2019, the Korean carmaker has chalked out big plans to enter other segments in our market. The Korean carmaker has confirmed the second model for India will be a compact SUV due for a market launch in 2020.  

Speaking to Autocar India, Manohar Bhat, Head Sales & Marketing, said that a compact SUV is “in keeping with its strategy to roll out a new made-in-India model every six months”. The new model’s unveil will take place at Auto Expo 2020 as reported by us earlier this year.

This new SUV is likely to be Kia’s smallest offering worldwide and will take on the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, the Ford Ecosport and the Tata Nexon compact SUVs. There will be competition from the likes of Hyundai’s new compact SUV as well as Mahindra’s upcoming model too.

The Kia model will carry distinctive styling and is expected to come with premium-look interiors. There will be no stinting on equipment either and a sophisticated touchscreen will be part of the package. Engine and gearbox options are not known for the moment but a turbo-petrol and diesel engines are expected. Also, expect the suspension setup to be on the sportier side.

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