Overview
The Kia Carens Clavis EV is Kia’s first mass-market made-in-India all-electric seven-seater MPV, positioned as a family-oriented EV with a strong focus on practicality, comfort, and modern technology. It is based on the ICE Carens Clavis but redesigned for electric propulsion with a host of EV-specific features and design cues. The Times of India+1
Powertrain & Performance
Battery & Motor
- Battery Options
- 42 kWh battery (standard range)
- 51.4 kWh battery (extended range)
- Motor Output
- 42 kWh variants: 99 kW motor
- 51.4 kWh variants: 126 kW motor
- Torque
- Up to 255 Nm torque on larger battery variants. www.ndtv.com+1
Range
- 42 kWh: ARAI-certified range ~404 km
- 51.4 kWh: ARAI-certified range ~490 km
Charging from 10 % to 80 % using a 100 kW DC fast charger takes about 39 minutes. www.ndtv.com+1
Driving Dynamics
- Four levels of regenerative braking, including i-Pedal / one-pedal driving via paddle shifters.
- Drive modes typically include Eco, Normal, and Sport. Kia Singapore
Exterior Design
Compared with the ICE Carens Clavis:
- Closed-off grille with central charging port
- Full-width LED light bar at front
- Aerodynamic 17-inch alloy wheels
- Aero active air flaps and subtle design tweaks
- EV-specific badges
- Panoramic sunroof
- A 25-litre frunk (front trunk) for additional storage. The Times of India+1
Interior & Features
Cabin & Comfort
- Seven-seat configuration with flexible seating.
- Dual panoramic displays (around 26.62-inch combined screen: infotainment + digital instrument cluster).
- Floating centre console with significant storage.
- Dual-tone modern interior design.
- Ventilated front seats, powered driver seat, wireless charging front and rear.
- Dual-zone climate control and ambient lighting. The Times of India+1
Technology
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- BOSE premium sound system with multiple speakers
- Smart Pure Air Purifier with AQI display
- Over 90 connected car features via Kia’s connected services platform
- OTA updates for improving software and features over time
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability for powering external devices. Kia Singapore+1
Safety & Driver Assistance
Standard and available safety features include:
- Six airbags
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- Hill-Start Assist
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- All-wheel disc brakes
- Level 2 ADAS suite with multiple autonomous features in higher variants, such as:
- Lane keeping assist
- Adaptive cruise control with stop & go
- Front collision avoidance (car, pedestrian, cyclist)
- Blind-spot collision warning and more. The Times of India+1
Charging
- Fast Charging: Up to 100 kW DC fast charging, 10–80 % in ~39 min.
- AC Charging: Supported with 7.4 kW and 11 kW chargers; ~4–4.75 hours from 10–100 % depending on battery size. Autocar India+1
Kia also provides access to a wide public charging network and a dedicated EV ecosystem including home charger installation support and route planning via app integration. mint
Pricing & Variants (India, Ex-showroom)
Based on available information:
- HTK+ (42 kWh) – ₹17.99 lakh
- HTX (42 kWh) – ₹20.49 lakh
- HTX (51.4 kWh) – ₹22.49 lakh
- HTX+ (51.4 kWh) – ₹24.49 lakh
Prices are ex-showroom and may vary by state and on-road costs. Moneycontrol
Warranty
Kia typically offers an 8-year / 160,000 km warranty on the EV battery and related components as part of the ownership package. Autocar India
Segment Positioning & Competitors
- Positioned as one of the most affordable seven-seat electric MPVs in India.
- Competitors include larger electric SUVs and MPVs such as BYD eMAX 7 and other upcoming family-oriented EVs in a similar price range. Navbharat Times
Summary
The Kia Carens Clavis EV is a feature-rich, family-focused electric MPV with strong value proposition in terms of range, interior technology, practicality, and comfort. With multiple battery options, advanced driver-assistance systems, connected features, and convenient charging capabilities, it marks a significant step in Kia’s EV push in the Indian market. The Times of India+1
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