Kia Carens Clavis EV launched in India, price starts at Rs 17.99 lakh

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Kia India has officially launched its first made-in-India electric vehicle, the Carens Clavis EV, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey toward sustainable mobility. Priced from Rs 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the electric recreational vehicle (RV) is positioned to deliver a spacious and accessible EV experience to the Indian consumers.advertisementPricingBattery PackVariants Price – Ex-Showroom42kWhCarens Clavis EV HTK Plus (7-Seater)17,99,00042kWhCarens Clavis EV HTX (7-Seater)20,49,00051.4kWhCarens Clavis EV ER HTX (7-Seater)22,49,00051.4kWhCarens Clavis EV ER HTX Plus (7-Seater)24,49,000Battery and rangeDesigned and built at Kia's Anantapur facility, the Carens Clavis EV blends styling with electric vehicle technology and a focus on practicality. It is offered with two battery pack options: a 42kWh variant offering an ARAI-certified 404km range, and a larger 51.4kWh battery promising up to 490km (MIDC) on a single charge. The SUV also supports fast charging, capable of juicing up from 10% to 80% in just 39 minutes using a 100kW DC fast charger.The Clavis EV features two motor options: 99kW and 126kW with a peak torque of 255Nm and 0–100 km/h acceleration in just 8.4 seconds (for the 51.4kWh variant). Built for Indian conditions, its battery is IP67-rated for water and dust resistance and features a liquid-cooled thermal management system. It also supports Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology for powering external devices and appliances.Technology and comfort
Inside, the Clavis EV offers a high-tech yet comfortable experience with a massive 67.62cm (26.62-inch) panoramic display integrating the infotainment and instrument clusters. Other highlights include ventilated front seats, a powered driver's seat, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, Bose 8-speaker audio system, and 64-colour ambient lighting.Passenger convenience is further enhanced with features like one-touch tumble second-row seats, a 'Boss Mode' for extra rear legroom, wireless charging, seat-mounted air purifier with AQI display, and rear-seat tech holders.Safety and ADASThe Carens Clavis EV boasts Level 2 ADAS with over 20 autonomous safety features, including Smart Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, Front Collision-Avoidance Assist (covering cars, pedestrians, cyclists, junctions), and Blind Spot Collision Warning. It also includes a 360-degree camera, Safe Exit Warning, Driver Attention Warning, and Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold.Kia has also packed in 18 high-standard safety features, such as six airbags, ESC, hill assist, downhill brake control, ISOFIX mounts, rear occupant alert, and all-wheel disc brakes.Connected techEquipped with 90 connected car features, the Clavis EV allows users to monitor energy usage, set charging limits, schedule charging, and even access V2L settings, all through the Kia Connect app. With access to over 11,000 charging points nationwide and route-based charger suggestions, Kia is also expanding its EV support network with over 250 EV-ready workshops and 100+ fast-charging dealerships.Variants and coloursadvertisementThe Carens Clavis EV is available in four variants: HTK Plus, HTX, ER HTX, and ER HTX Plus and six colour options including Glacier White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Pewter Olive, Imperial Blue, Gravity Gray, and a new Matte Ivory Silver.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine- EndsMust Watch