Is Subscribing Instead of Purchasing a Smart Choice?

Have you heard of the car subscription? A service that includes access to a vehicle and covers maintenance and insurance.

Subscribing rather than buying is a reflex that applies to many areas of everyday life: streaming platform, self-service bike, wardrobe… An advantageous option to meet all everyday needs, whether they be one-off or long-term.

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Why not apply this model to automobiles? This is what Kia Flex offers: access to many recent models, some of which are 100% electric thanks to flexible subscriptions. Better, insurance and maintenance are included, all from 647 euros per month for an all-electric vehicle.

Auto subscription to simplify procedures

Buying a car is usually just the first step in a journey full of pitfalls. Between the administrative formalities and the potential unpleasant mechanical surprises of used vehicles, the complications are numerous. Kia Flex car subscription plans guarantee a simplification of procedures.

Kia Niro EV and its two-tone cutout // Source: Raphaelle Baut
Kia Niro EV and its two-tone cutout. // Source: Raphaëlle Baut

Registration document, insurance, maintenance… all these formalities, usually the responsibility of the driver, are here taken care of by the rental company and included in the subscription contract. So many expense items that you won't have to worry about.

The auto subscription is more flexible than purchasing

Car rental and subscription offers are very flexible, since they allow motorists to choose the duration of use of the vehicle and the annual mileage.

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These adjustable settings ensure a monthly payment that precisely matches the actual use of the car. Unlike purchasing, which imposes a fixed price on everyone, whether you travel 10,000 or 40,000 km per year, subscriptions adapt to your specific needs.

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The Kia EV6 crossover in matte gray. // Source: Raphaëlle Baut for Numerama

The automobile subscription also guarantees the use of a vehicle that is always in perfect condition, with the possibility of changing it regularly. So, you can try various categories of cars, especially electric ones.

In addition, this formula also avoids the tedious step of resale between individuals or takeover by a professional. The rental option is also popular with users, since it occupies a growing share of the market.

The automobile subscription adapts to all drivers

To meet this demand, Kia offers its Kia Flex subscription, offering various customizations. The offer is transparent, with a fixed budget and without any hidden costs, and includes:

  • the provision of a new vehicle from a vast catalog;
  • a short commitment period ranging from 3 months to one year;
  • a mileage package of 800, 1,600 or 2,500 km per month;
  • no contribution, application or registration fees;
  • maintenance includes wearing parts such as brakes or tires;
  • 24/7 all-risk and multi-driver insurance.

Subscription: a very good gateway to electric

The subscription is also an excellent way to be able to drive your first electric car without having to commit if it does not suit your driving style.

Kia EV6 // Source: Raphaelle Baut for NumeramaKia EV6 // Source: Raphaelle Baut for Numerama
Kia EV6 // Source: Raphaelle Baut for Numerama

THE Kia EV9flagship of the range, is available in two configurations (6 or 7 seats) can travel up to 563 kilometers on a single charge and benefits from ultra-fast charging allowing it to recover up to 249 kilometers of autonomy in only 15 minutes.

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The Kia EV9. // Source: Kia

THE Kia EV6 Air Active is a spacious vehicle suitable for long family trips. Its range can reach 528 km, and 18 minutes is enough to go from 10 to 80% on an ultra-fast terminal. An advantage which makes the use of this electric vehicle as easy as using a thermal vehicle.

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The Kia EV6 Air Active, seen in profile. // Source: Kia

THE Kia Niro EV can, for its part, reach 460 km of autonomy. Its format, if it seems compact seen from the outside, reveals a spacious interior and will allow it to adapt to all lifestyles and all types of journey.

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The Kia EV Niro, seen from three quarters. // Source: Kia

Once your model has been chosen and your subscription has been taken out, everything necessary is done to start driving quickly. Especially since the vehicles are available within 3 to 5 weeks.

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