Kia unveils Carnival MPV and Sonet concept at the Indian Auto Expo

Kia Motors India has introduced two new products for the Indian market at the Auto Expo 2020. Alongside the aspirational and sophisticated Kia Carnival premium MPV, Kia also unveiled the new Sonet SUV concept at the show.

The Carnival is offered in India with a 2.2-litre diesel engine paired with an eight-speed Sportsmatic transmission engineered for smooth, effortless performance.

The front of the Carnival displays a wide, upright 'tiger-nose' grille and wrap-around LED headlamps for an imposing appearance. From the side, its swept-back silhouette is matched by a long bonnet design and an all-round glass area with a 'floating' roof. The look is completed with 18-inch alloy wheels for the MPV.

Inside, the Carnival makes a statement of luxury with Nappa leather seats, a dual-panel electric sunroof, dual touchscreen rear seat entertainment and a Smart Power Tailgate at the rear. It also provides advanced technologies to make driving safer and more convenient with UVO Connect, Kia's connected car and infotainment system.

The Kia Sonet concept car meanwhile targets a demographic that is always connected to the world in more ways than one, and is designed to exceed the customers' lifestyle and technology expectations.

With a modern, dynamic and bold design, the Sonet is equipped with several first-in-class features. These include head-turning looks, Kia's signature 'tiger-nose' grille, stepwell geometry within the grille mesh, 'tiger-eyeline' daytime driving lights, and wide rear signature lighting.

Inside, the Sonet is made for the young, social, connected, tech-savvy Indian. The cabin is fitted with a 10.25-inch infotainment and navigation system with UVO Connect and a Bose premium audio system.

The unveiling of the Sonet previews a future compact SUV due to launch in India in the second half of 2020.