- By Divanshi Sharma
- Fri, 16 Feb 2024 06:12 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kia India has delivered 71 specially customised Kia Carens MPVs to the Punjab Police, marking its entry into the Purpose-Built Vehicle (PBV) segment. These vehicles, showcased as Purpose-Built Vehicles (PBVs) at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 in Delhi, have been adapted as Emergency Response Vehicles (ERVs) to provide immediate assistance to citizens.
Punjab Police Kia Carens - Engine Specs
The especially customised Kia Carens for the Punjab Police are equipped with a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Punjab Police Kia Carens - Features
The Kia Carens also boasts a 60:40 split second row and a 55:50 split third row, along with adjustable headrests, a 12-volt power socket and five Type-C USB charging ports for all three rows. Safety features include disc brakes for all four wheels, ABS, idle start/stop function and TPMS. They have also been equipped with custom high-intensity strobe lights, public announcement systems and 'Dial 112 - Emergency Response Vehicle' decals. To power these additional equipment, the Kia Carens has been fitted with a higher capacity 60 Ah battery.
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At the delivery of the Kia Carens to the Punjab Police, Myung-sik Sohn, Chief Sales and Business Officer, Kia India said, “Purpose-based Vehicles (PBVs) represent the future of mobility as they offer the possibility of extensive customization to meet specific mobility requirements. Kia is proud to team up with the Punjab Police in delivering technologically enhanced Carens as PBVs, tailored to offer the best and safest driving experience, particularly for longer journeys. The spacious interiors and comfortable headrests make it an ideal mobility solution. With strategic partnerships like this, we aim to broaden the appeal of a family mover like Carens to all institutions looking for a 7-seater mobility solution.”
