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Kia Carens Clavis EV comes with a driving range of up to 490 km per charge; available in a total of four variants
Kia has begun accepting reservations for the Carens Clavis EV – its first electric model to be manufactured locally. The vehicle comes with a three-row layout and enters the market as the least expensive midsize electric MPV. Buyers will be able to choose between two battery packs with the company quoting a maximum range of 490 kilometres per full charge.
We got to drive the top-spec variant in Bengaluru recently and our first drive impressions as well as our signature 100 to 0 per cent range test can be viewed from the link below. The lineup gets four trims: HTK Plus, HTX, HTX ER and HTX Plus ER. In terms of market placement, the Clavis EV enters a segment still relatively untouched by mass-market brands.
Starting from Rs. 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the electric Carens Clavis boasts a familiar design language rooted in Kia’s “Opposites United” approach. Visually and structurally, it mirrors several cues from its internal combustion counterpart. Powertrain choices consist of two lithium-ion battery packs, the larger of which – rated at 51.4 kWh.
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A second battery option rated at 42 kWh sits below the larger pack in the lineup. It offers a claimed 404 km of range on a full charge based on ARAI testing. Despite the capacity difference, both packs support 100 kW DC fast charging, which allows the battery to be replenished from 10 to 80 per cent in a stated 39-minute window.
Level 2 ADAS capability forms part of the safety suite on the Carens Clavis EV with 20 autonomous driver assistance features listed under this system. Alongside, Kia has bundled 18 additional safety-related technologies. A palette of six paint choices is offered – Glacier White Pearl, Gravity Gray, Aurora Black Pearl, Pewter Olive, Imperial Blue and a matte-finish Ivory Silver.
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While the lower-spec variants pair the smaller battery with a 132 hp motor, higher trims get a 169 hp unit. In both cases, torque remains consistent at 255 Nm. Paddle shifters on the steering allow on-the-fly control over four selectable levels of regenerative braking. The feature list leans heavy on high-end tech with a connected car suite offering up to 90 remote and onboard functions.
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