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Kia Motors to start retail sales in India from 2nd half of 2019

To start production with compact sedan and compact SUV

The logo of Kia
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The logo of Kia is seen during the 87th International Motor Show at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland

T E Narasimhan Chennai
Korean car manufacturer Kia Motors plans to start retail sales during the second half (H2) of 2019 in India and it has planned a series of roadshows to meet prospective dealer partners.

Yong S Kim, head of sales & marketing, Kia Motors India, said that India ranks very high on the company's list of priorities.

Kia is part of Hyundai's family which already manufactures cars for both domestic and export markets near Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

"India is a unique market, and it's important to Kia that we learn from those who have a deep understanding of local buyers and their