Kia India sales hit record 32,017 units in September 2026 — Up 41%

Kia India dispatched 32,017 units in September 2026, up 41% from 22,700 units in September 2025, marking the company's highest-ever monthly wholesale volume since entering the Indian market. The milestone follows a strong August as well, when Kia dispatched 29,042 units, itself a 48.1% year-on-year increase, showing a clear, sustained upward trend over the quarter rather than a single-month spike.

Kia sales growth continues through Q3 2026

Kia dispatched 89,259 units during the July-September 2026 quarter, up 38.5% from 64,443 units in the same period last year. Its January-September sales also rose 22.5% to 2,53,008 units, compared with 2,06,582 units during the corresponding period in 2025.

September also saw Kia's monthly volume cross the 32,000-unit mark for the first time. The company dispatched 10.2% more vehicles than it did in August 2026.

Kia becomes India's fifth-largest carmaker

Kia has now overtaken Toyota India for the second consecutive month, making it the fifth-largest-selling car brand in India in September 2026. Kia was also the only manufacturer among India's top five carmakers to record both month-on-month and year-on-year growth during the month, highlighting the strong momentum behind its recent sales performance.

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Seltos and Sonet remain key volume drivers

The Seltos and Sonet continued to contribute a major share of Kia India's sales, together accounting for more than 70% of the company's total volume in September. The new-generation Seltos has maintained a strong run since its launch in January 2026, averaging more than 10,000 units a month. Kia's EV volumes also increased in September based on registration data, although the company has not released a model-wise wholesale sales split.

Higher production supports Kia's festive season demand

Kia's rising sales have been supported by increased production at its Anantapur plant. Supplier estimates reported in September suggested that monthly output had increased from around 24,000-27,000 units earlier in the year to as much as 35,500 units. The higher production capacity gives Kia more room to meet the growing demand and prepare for the festive season.

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