Jamshedpur: Kia Motors, world�s 8th largest automaker, during a design tour in Jamshedpur showcased two of their world-class cars � Carnival and Sportage. The company is all set to launch the much-awaited mid-SUV � SP2i in 2019 with an aim to be amongst the top 5 automakers in India within three years. With a target of launching a new car every six months after the launch of the first product in India, Kia is planning to expand its portfolio to at least 5 vehicles by 2021.
Kia Motors made its debut in India at the Auto Expo 2018 and showcased its 16 top global line-up along with SP2i, the most liked car at the Auto expo. The upcoming car SP2i is being manufactured in the company�s Anantapur plant will roll out in the second half of 2019 and will be equipped with world-class quality, finest design and state-of-art technology. Drawing inspiration from India and the �powerful� face of India�s very own �Royal Bengal Tiger�, the car carries Kia�s famous and the most distinctive feature- �Tiger Nose Grille�, designed by Chief Design Officer, Mr. Peter Schreyer. The car truly fits into the �Make in India� segment and combines everything Indian customers desire in a car promising state-of-the-art technology with a sporty, stylish design.
Kia started its India operations nearly over a year ago with the inauguration of its plant at Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh where the work is in full swing. The enormous 536-acre plant is ready has an annual installed capacity of producing over 300,000 vehicles and expects to create over 3,000 direct and 7,000 indirect jobs in the region. Kia has invested around 1.1 billion dollars in the plant to ensure the availability of best of local manufacturing, while offering technology of global standards. The plant is also capable of producing hybrid and electric vehicles.
