India remains one of the world’s largest car markets, with millions of vehicles sold every year across different segments. Kia India has now released its sales figures for May 2026, offering a closer look at how its models performed during the month. The company mainly sells SUVs and MPVs in the country, and its products continue to enjoy strong demand among Indian customers. According to the latest sales report, Kia recorded total sales of 27,586 units in May 2026. The model-wise data also highlights which vehicles contributed the most to the brand’s overall sales performance during the month.
Kia’s performance was significantly better than the same period last year. The company sold 27,586 vehicles in May 2026, up 24 percent from the 22,315 units recorded in May 2025. The growth highlights the strong demand for Kia’s lineup in the Indian market. Here’s a closer look at the sales numbers of each model.
KIA Seltos
The Seltos emerged as Kia’s best-selling model in May 2026, continuing its strong run in the highly competitive SUV segment. The popular SUV recorded sales of 10,597 units during the month, making it the top contributor to the brand’s overall performance. In comparison, Kia had sold 6,082 units of the Seltos in May 2025. This translates into a strong year-on-year growth of 74 percent. The impressive jump in sales can largely be attributed to the updated Seltos, which has received a positive response from buyers. With its refreshed styling, modern features, and premium appeal, the SUV continues to attract a large number of customers.
KIA Sonet
The Sonet secured the second spot in Kia’s sales rankings for May 2026. The compact SUV recorded sales of 9,707 units during the month, reflecting its continued popularity among Indian buyers. In comparison, Kia had sold 8,054 units of the Sonet in May last year. This resulted in a healthy year-on-year growth of 21 percent. The Sonet remains one of Kia’s most successful products in India, thanks to its stylish design, feature-rich cabin, and strong value proposition in the competitive compact SUV segment.
KIA Carens
The Carens ranked third in Kia’s sales chart for May 2026, continuing to perform strongly in the MPV segment. Known for its spacious cabin, comfortable ride, and premium feature list, the Carens remains a popular choice among family car buyers. Kia sold 6,208 units of the MPV during the month, compared to 4,524 units in May 2025. This represents a healthy year-on-year growth of 37 percent. The strong sales performance highlights the growing demand for practical yet feature-rich MPVs in India, with the Carens continuing to attract customers looking for space, comfort, and value.
