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- Hindustan Times
Kia Carens Clavis EV launch today, the latest electric MPV in the block
Kia has been known for introducing advanced technology-aided high-end features in its cars. The Carens Clavis EV, too, is expected to follow the same path. The carmaker has teased some images of the Carens Clavis EV, which suggests that the electric MPV will come with V2L technology, which means the EV will be able to power a wide range of appliances and gadgets using its own battery power. Expect it to come with V2V feature as well, which will allow the Kia Carens Clavis EV to power other electric cars.
Kia has confirmed that the upcoming Carens Clavis electric MPV will offer a range of up to 490 km on a single charge. However, the car manufacturer has remained tight-lipped about the power output and the size of the battery pack the Carens Clavis EV will have. Expect the electric Kia MPV to be powered by a 51.4 kWh battery pack, while a 42 kWh battery pack could be there as well, in the lower variant.
Kia Carens Clavis EV will come in a segment that doesn't have much models. In the Indian electric MPV segment, currently only BYD has one offering in the form of the eMAX 7. However that comes priced at a pricing range of over ₹ 25 lakh. The Kia Carens Clavis EV with its strategy of local manufacturing aims to be a more affordable offering for the Indian consumers. But, it will see tough competition from rivals in the electric SUV space that have been dominating the Indian electric passenger vehicle market. The Kia Carens Clavis EV is expected to arrive as a seven-seater alternative to the models such as Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV, Hyundai Creta EV, Mahindra BE 6 among others.
The Kia Carens Clavis EV will feature a seven-seat layout. It remains to be seen if Kia also offers a six-seat configuration with the electric MPV. Some of the other key features inside the cabin of the Carens Clavis EV will include a panoramic sunroof, a dual-spoke multifunction steering wheel, dual digital displays including an instrument cluster and a touchscreen infotainment system, a floating centre console, roof-mounted rear AC vents, a wireless mobile charger, and ambient lighting.
The Kia Carens Clavis EV, the electric iteration of the Carens Clavis will come closely following the design philosophy as the ICE-powered MPV. However, there will be some subtle yet significant distinctive styling elements as well. At the front, the most prominent difference will be the charging socket at the nose section. Besides that, the LED fog lamp positioning, aero-alloy wheels would be other distinctive elements.
The Kia Carens Clavis with internal combustion engine is available in India at a starting price of ₹ 11.49 lakh (ex-showroom). With a plenty of shared elements with the ICE model and local manufacturing, Kia is expected to keep the pricing of the Carens Clavis EV competitive. In that case, we can expect it to come priced around ₹ 18 lakh (ex-showroom). However, we will get to know more details in a few hours.
Kia India with its range of passenger vehicles such as Seltos, Sonet and Carens have already grabed a strong spot in the Indian passenger vehicle market. The South Korean auto giant from the Hyunai group sells electric cars in India as well, in the form of EV6 and EV9. However, both of them are positioned in the high-end segment with expensive price tags. Now, the carmaker is aiming to boost ots EV market share and sales in India with the Carens Clavis EV. In an attempt to do that, the Kia Carens Clavis EV will be built locally in India that will eventually keep its pricing competitive. In fact, Kia Carens Clavis EV is going to be the brand's first made-in-India all-electric car.
First Published Date: 15 Jul 2025, 06:52 am IST
