Feature-Packed Kia Carens Clavis EV Launches in India

News Highlights

• The Kia Carens Clavis EV launches with 2 battery and motor options
• The electric MPV offers up to 490 km of range (ARAI)
• The car ranges from Rs. 17.99 lacs to Rs. 24.49 lacs & opens for booking on 22nd July

Kia India has launched a very attractive option of the most affordable 7-seater EV in the Indian market (currently). The Kia Carens Clavis EV offers a strong feature list, competitive pricing, and the brand's established network.

This electric MPV will compete with the Hyundai Creta Electric, MG ZS EV, BYD Atto 3, Tata Harrier.ev, Mahindra BE 6, Tata Nexon EV Max, and Citroën eC3.

Kia Carens Clavis EV Price, Variants, & Bookings

The new electric Kia car is offered in four variants across two battery pack options and six color options. Here are the variants with the price (ex-showroom) and battery capacity:

• HTK+ (42 kWh battery): Rs. 17.99 lacs
• HTX (42 kWh battery): Rs. 20.49 lacs
• HTX ER (51.4 kWh battery - Extended Range): Rs. 22.49 lacs
• HTX+ ER (51.4 kWh battery - Extended Range): Rs. 24.49 lacs

The new Kia Carens Clavis EV is available in six color options. The interior of all the variants has a modern black and white dual-tone theme.

HTK+ features specific details, including black and beige upholstery, while HTX and HTX+ trims are available with Triton Navy & Beige leatherette upholstery. 

The official bookings for the car start on July 22, 2025. Customers can book the vehicle both online through Kia India's official website and by visiting their nearest authorized Kia dealership.

Kia Carens Clavis EV Highlight Features

This EV is a 7-seater Electric Multi-Utility Vehicle (MUV) or a Recreational Vehicle (RV). The interior blends modern aesthetics with practicality and retains the ICE silhouette but with distinct EV-specific elements. The Carens EV also features advanced technology, connectivity, safety, and convenience.

Interior Features

• Column-mounted shift-by-wire dial gear selector
• Dual Panoramic Display Panel (12.3-inch x 2)
• Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
• Ventilated front seats & 4-way power driver seat
• One-touch easy electric tumble for the 2nd row
• Smart Pure Air Purifier with AQI display
• BOSE premium sound system with 8 speakers
• 25-litre frunk (front trunk) 

Exterior Features

• Aero-Optimised 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels
• Active Air Flap (AAF) for battery cooling

Technology and Safety Features

• i-Pedal (One-Pedal Driving) to accelerate, decelerate, and stop
• Eco, Normal, and Sport driving modes
• 6 Airbags as standard
• ADAS Level 2 with 20 autonomous features
• All-Wheel Disc Brakes, ESC, ABS, Hill Start Assist (HAC), TPMS
• 200 mm Ground Clearance

Also Read: Mahindra XEV 9e & BE 6 Get Affordable "Pack 2" 79 kWh Variants

Kia Carens Clavis EV Battery & Powertrain

The new Carens EV is offered with 2 different battery pack options, which cater to varying range requirements and price points. The two battery options with IP67-certified safety are:

• 42 kWh (404 km ARAI certified range)
• 51.4 kWh (490 km ARAI certified range)

The car comes with an onboard 11 kW AC charger (10-100% in 4-4.75 hours). The batteries allow 100 kW DC Fast Charging, which charges both battery capacities in approximately 39 minutes.

It comes with 2 motor options: 135 PS (for 42 kWh) and 171 PS (for 51.4 kWh), which both produce 255 Nm of torque.

The 51.4 kWh variant is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km/h in just 8.4 seconds, which is impressive for a 7-seater MUV. It also has a paddle shifter with four levels of regenerative braking.