Kia Carens Clavis EV Variant-Wise Features: Even Base Variant Feels Like Top-End

Published: Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 14:05 [IST]

Kia India recently launched the Carens Clavis EV, and the model is available in 4 variants (3 trims - HTK+, HTX, and HTX+). That said, here is detailed break-up of all 4 variants of the newly launched Kia Carens Clavis EV.

Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+

The Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ variant is priced at Rs 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom). This variant comes with following features.

LED headlights, fog lights and tail-lamps
LED daytime running lights with integrated turn signals
Active air flaps
Front and rear skid plates with metal finish
Rear spoiler with LED high-mount stop lamp
Body-coloured door handles
16-inch gloss black aero-optimised alloy wheels
Integrated roof rails
Satin chrome beltline
Black and beige dual-tone interiors with fabric and semi-leatherette seats
Dark metal finish on dashboard with black metal trim
Floating console with premium sliding cover, cupholder and open storage
Second row one-touch electric tumble
Roof-flushed 2nd and 3rd row diffused AC vents with 4 fan speeds
Second row 60:40 split seats with sliding, reclining and tumble function
Second row seatback folding armrest
Third row 50:50 split seats with reclining and full flat folding
Manually adjustable height adjust for driver's seat
Driver window one-touch auto up/down with anti-pinch
Keyless entry with burglar alarm
Smart key with motion sensor and remote start
Electrically adjustable outside mirrors with auto-fold and integrated LED indicator
Rear wiper, washer and defogger
Multi-function touch panel for infotainment and HVAC
Boot lamp
25-litre frunk with cover
First row map lamp with sunglass holder
Rear sunshades
Follow-me-home headlights
Electric power steering and tilt adjust
12.25-inch infotainment touchscreen
12.25-inch digital driver's display
Paddle shifters for i-Pedal and regenerative braking
Cruise control
Drive mode select - Eco, Normal, Sport
Electronic parking brake with auto hold
Front 12V power outlet
Five USB Type-C ports
Rear occupant alert
Auto headlamps
Shark-fin antenna
Front parking sensors
Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines
Steering-mounted audio controls
4-speaker sound system with 2 tweeters
Virtual engine sound system

Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX

The Kia Carens Vlavis EV HTX trim is available with both 42kWh battery pack and the bigger 51.4kWh battery pack options. As such, orices for this trim ranges between Rs 20.49 lakh and Rs 22.49 lakh. (All prices in ex-showroom).

64-color ambient lighting and footwell lamps
Navy blue and beige leatherette upholstery
17-inch dual-tone aero-optimised alloy wheels (51.4kWh only)
Dual-tone leatherette-wrapped steering wheel
Panoramic sunroof
Anti-glare IRVM
Retractable seatback table with cupholder and device holder
All windows one-touch auto up/down via voice command or smart key
UV cut glass for all windows
LED map lamp for first row
LED personal lamp for second row
LED room lamp for third row
Cabin air purifier
Auto mode for i-Pedal
Level 2 ADAS with 20 features
360-degree camera
Blind spot monitor

Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX+

The Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX+ variant exclusively comes with a 51.4kWh battery pack. This variant is priced at Rs 24.49 lakh (ex-showroom).

Rear door spot lamps with Kia logo projection
Ventilated front seats
4-way powered driver's seat
Rain-sensing wipers
First row passenger seat sliding lever
8-speaker Bose sound system
V2L (Vehicle to Load) functionality

Kia Carens Clavis EV: Charging

The Carens Clavis EV supports both AC and DC charging options. Using an 11kW AC charger, the smaller battery can be charged from 10% to full in four hours, while the larger one takes about 4.75 hours. A fast-charging option with a 100kW DC charger allows both batteries to reach an 80% charge in just 39 minutes.

Kia Carens Clavis EV: Performance

All Kia Carens he variants equipped with the larger battery can accelerate from zero to 100kph in just 8.4 seconds. Additionally, all models come with four levels of regenerative braking controlled via paddle shifters.

Kia Carens Clavis EV: Shades & Upholstery

The Carens Clavis EV provides six exterior colour choices: Aurora Black Pearl, Glacier White Pearl, Gravity Gray, Imperial Blue, Ivory Silver Matte, and Pewter Olive. Interior finishes vary by trim level; HTK+ features black and beige upholstery while higher trims have navy blue and beige leatherette options.

DriveSpark Thinks

The Kia Carens Clavis EV delivers comprehensive equipment even within its base model-making it appealing across different consumer needs whether focused on affordability or additional luxuries found within higher-end variants.