Kia India has introduced its EV6 model into its leasing scheme, which began two months ago. Leasing the EV6 costs Rs 1.29 Lakhs per month and includes insurance, maintenance, pick-up and drop services, and round-the-clock roadside assistance.
Note that the lease period can vary from 24 months to 5 years. Moreover, professionals from different fields can avail of Kia’s leasing program.
What is Kia Lease?
The “Kia Lease” program debuted in May 2024 with Seltos, Sonet, and Carens models. Now, Kia has introduced its flagship crossover electric SUV to this lineup.
Kia’s lease program lets customers take home their desired Kia model without owning it. They can choose the model, variant, preferred colour, and lease term.
With no upfront payment required, customers can lease the vehicle and make monthly payments. However, customers will return the car to the leasing partner at the end of the lease term.
Monthly rentals for Kia models:
| Model | Price per month |
|---|---|
| Sonet | Rs 18,000 onwards |
| Seltos | Rs 24,000 onwards |
| Carens | Rs 25,000 onwards |
| EV6 | Rs 1,29,000 onwards |
About the Kia EV6
The Kia EV6 is available in one battery pack and offers the choice between rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) with dual motors.
Here are more detailed specifications of the electric SUV:
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Battery Pack | 77.4 kWh | 77.4 kWh |
| Power | 225 bhp | 320 bhp |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Claimed Range | 708 km | 708 km |
Interior of the EV6 features:
- Dual 12.3-inch curved displays
- 64-color ambient lighting options
- Front seats with ventilation and power adjustment
- panoramic sunroof
Meanwhile, the safety features include:
- Eight airbags,
- 360-degree camera setup,
- Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)
- Adaptive cruise control
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane-keeping assistance
- Blind-spot collision prevention.
Price and Rivals
The starting price of the Kia EV6 ranges from Rs 60.97 lakh to Rs 65.97 lakh (ex-showroom). Also, it competes with the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Volvo XC40 Recharge, and the upcoming Skoda Enyaq iV.
According to Myung-Sik Sohn, Chief Sales Officer at Kia India, the Kia Lease program has been well-received in major and Tier I cities since its introduction. Moreover, the inclusion of the EV6 into the program aims to broaden choices for eco-friendly mobility.
