Kia India delivers 71 specially customized Carens to Punjab Police

Punjab Police has received 71 uniquely customized Carens MPVs kia India.

Displayed as a purpose-built vehicle (PBV) at the recently concluded Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 in Delhi, Kia Carens will serve as an emergency response vehicle (ERV) to provide timely assistance to citizens.

Kia has officially entered the PBV market with Carens designed specifically for the Punjab Police. The automaker claims that the vehicle is designed to bridge the gap between the various mobility needs of professional organizations across the country.

The Kia Carens customized by the Punjab Police is powered by a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine and a 6-speed manual gearbox. The specially designed vehicle is equipped with custom high-intensity flashing lights and a public address system. The vehicle is equipped with a larger 60 Ah battery to power additional equipment.

The exterior also includes a “Call 112 – Emergency Response Vehicle” decal. According to Kia, the Carens’ connectivity features, larger wheelbase and improved third-row comfort make it the first choice for the Punjab Police.

Commenting on the delivery, Myung-sik Sohn, Chief Sales and Commercial Officer, Kia India, said, “Purpose Purpose Vehicles (PBVs) represent the future of mobility as they offer extensive customization possibilities to meet specific mobility needs. .” Times are now. “Kia is proud to partner with the Punjab Police to offer technology-enhanced Carens as a PBV, tailor-made to provide the best and safest driving experience, especially for long journeys. The spacious interior and comfortable headrests make It becomes the ideal mobile solution,” added Myung-sik Sohn.

Kia India Chief Sales and Commercial Officer claims that by forming such strategic alliances, they aim to increase the appeal of the family hauler Carens to all agencies looking for 7-seater mobility solutions.

Kia Carens: features and other details

In addition, Kia Carens also offers a 60:40 split second row and a 55:50 split third row. Each of the three rows comes with a 12-volt power outlet, five Type-C USB charging ports and adjustable headrests.

All four wheels of the customized Carens are equipped with disc brakes. It also has safety features such as ABS, TPMS, and idle start-stop function, and can even be used as a police car.

At the 2023 Auto Show, specially designed Kia Carens made its debut as an ambulance and police vehicle. According to the automaker, this delivery reflects Kia’s goal to dominate the global PBV market by 2030.