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Kia Carens Clavis EV boasts a claimed driving range of up to 490 km per charge in its Extended Range variant
Kia India has today revealed the prices for its first made-in-India electric vehicle, the Carens Clavis EV. Carrying a starting price of Rs. 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the Carens Clavis EV becomes the first midsize electric MPV offering in the domestic market as well and its bookings will open on July 22. Based on the recently updated Carens Clavis internal combustion model, the electric version retains much of the same overall styling but introduces EV-specific touches.
Up front, the Kia Carens Clavis EV sports a full-width LED light bar that runs across the fascia, joined on either side by a distinctive tri-pod LED headlight unit. A neatly integrated charging port is also located on the nose, further distinguishing it from its ICE counterpart. Other visible changes comprise a set of new dual-tone alloy wheels and fog lamps positioned above the front skid plate.
On the inside, it comes with the familiar two-spoke multifunction steering wheel and twin digital screens – one serving as the instrument cluster and the other as the infotainment unit. The centre console sits higher than before while the rear passengers benefit from roof-mounted AC vents. The equipment list comprises automatic climate control, six airbags as standard, wireless charger, ambient lighting, ADAS and more.
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| Variant | Battery Range | Price (Ex-showroom) |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ | Standard Range | Rs. 17.99 lakh |
| Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX | Standard Range | Rs. 20.49 lakh |
| Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ | Extended Range | Rs. 22.49 lakh |
| Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX+ | Extended Range | Rs. 24.49 lakh |
Kia’s V2L functionality has also been integrated enabling the Clavis EV to power external electronic devices directly from the car. The interior features a standard seven-seat arrangement – aimed at accommodating larger families without sacrificing cabin flexibility. For efficiency and convenience in stop-go traffic, the model incorporates Kia’s i-Pedal regenerative braking system – allowing near single-pedal operation.
| Variant Type | Battery Capacity | Claimed Range | Powertrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Range | 42 kWh | 404 km | 170 bhp, 255 Nm, FWD |
| Extended (Long) Range | 51.4 kWh | 490 km | 170 bhp, 255 Nm, FWD |
Range figures, as claimed under the IDC test cycle, extend up to 490 km on a single charge. Battery options include both 42 kWh (404 km claimed range) and 51.4 kWh configurations as seen in the Hyundai Creta Electric. Both 7.4 kWh and 11.2 kWh fast chargers are supported. The HTX variant, in its standard trim, costs Rs. 20.49 lakh while the Extended Range comprises HTX being Rs. 2 lakh costlier while the HTX+ ER is priced at Rs. 24.49 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Kia is committed to consolidate its electric lineup in the Indian market with the Syros EV currently in the pipeline for a projected launch in 2026. Geared toward buyers seeking an accessible entry point into electric mobility, the compact SUV will be positioned as a direct challenger to models such as the Tata Punch EV.
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