Kia Connect Crosses 1 Lakh Paid Subscription Renewals in India

Kia India on Wednesday announced that it has surpassed 1,00,000 paid subscription renewals for Kia Connect, with a retention over 30 per cent on connected car subscriptions. Globally Kia continues to witness over 97 per cent enrolment rate, highlighting the growing relevance of connected technologies among customers, the OEM said.

This figure reflects strong customer adoption and sustained engagement with Kia’s intelligent mobility ecosystem, even after the expiry of the complimentary three-year subscription period. 

“Crossing the milestone of one lakh Kia Connect subscription renewals reflects the growing trust customers place in our connected mobility ecosystem. The continued adoption beyond the complimentary period highlights the everyday value we deliver through enhanced convenience, safety, and control. We remain committed to advancing our digital platforms for a smarter, more connected driving experience," Atul Sood, Senior Vice President - Sales & Marketing, said in a statement.

What is Kia Connect

Since its introduction in 2019 as UVO, now known as Kia Connect, Kia India has been at the forefront of the connected car revolution in the country. Over the years, the platform has evolved through multiple innovations including smartwatch connectivity, voice assistant integration (Alexa), Over-the-Air (OTA) updates, Surround View Monitor (SVM), Kia Connect subscriptions, and the latest Kia Connect 2.0, offering a comprehensive and future-ready digital ecosystem.

Kia Connect has transformed from a feature add-on into a core ownership enabler, offering 100+ features across five key pillars: Navigation, Remote Control, Convenience, Vehicle Management, and Safety & Security. Advanced technologies such as the Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (CCNC), Digital Key, OTA software updates with Kia Remote Diagnostics, surround view monitoring, and multilingual voice recognition deliver a seamless, secure, and intuitive driving experience.