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The Kia Carens Clavis EV debuts with 42kWh and 51.4kWh battery options, offering up to 490km range. India’s most affordable 3-row EV.
Kia India has launched the Kia Carens Clavis EV, marking its debut in the mass-market electric vehicle segment. Priced from Rs 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom), this three-row electric MPV keeps much of its petrol-powered design but adds new features tailored for electric driving. It offers two battery choices and comes with smart tech inside. The vehicle can go up to 490 km on a single charge, depending on the battery option chosen.
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Kia Carens Clavis EV: Variants & Pricing
Kia offers four variants of the Clavis EV, catering to different performance and range needs:
| Variant | Battery Pack | Motor Power | Price (Ex-showroom) |
| HTK Plus | 42 kWh | 133 bhp | Rs 17.99 lakh |
| HTX | 42 kWh | 133 bhp | Rs 20.49 lakh |
| HTX ER | 51.4 kWh | 169 bhp | Rs 22.49 lakh |
| HTX+ ER | 51.4 kWh | 169 bhp | Rs 24.49 lakh |
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Design & Interior design
The Carens Clavis EV combines familiar features with new updates. It has a lightbar that is only for electric models, replacing the traditional chrome front, a front charging port for convenience. The car comes with 17-inch aero-optimized alloy wheels. Its storage is improved by a floating center console and a 25-litre frunk, with 200mm of ground clearance.
Inside, the vehicle features two 12.3-inch screens for the infotainment and instrument cluster. A large panoramic sunroof, while wireless charging keeps your devices powered. Ventilated seats provide extra comfort. You can change the ambient lighting in 64 colors to match your mood.
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The Bose sound system delivers clear music, and tri-zone automatic climate control. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The car also comes with a built-in air purifier for cleaner air and a driver assistance suite to help keep you safe on the road.
The electric vehicle now only offers a bench seat option in the second row. The six-seat configuration is not available on this model. It is equipped with Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, six airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock braking system, and tire pressure monitoring system.
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Powertrain & Battery
The Clavis EV shares its platform with the Hyundai Creta Electric and is equipped with a front-wheel-drive motor. It can come with either a 42 kWh or a 51.4 kWh battery. The main specs include 133 horsepower for the 42 kWh version and 169 horsepower for the 51.4 kWh model.
It also supports Vehicle-to-Load charging, allowing power to be transferred to other devices. 7.4kW and 11kW AC chargers can charge quickly from 10% to 100%. Charging a 42kWh battery takes about 4 hours. For a 51.4kWh battery, it takes around 4.75 hours. This charging speed makes it easy to get back on the road fast. The vehicle is covered by Kia’s 8-year or 1,60,000 km warranty, offering added peace of mind.
