Kia India has officially launched its much-anticipated premium recreational vehicle, the Kia Carens Clavis, offering a perfect blend of SUV boldness and MPV practicality. Starting at an introductory price of INR 11.49 lakh (ex-showroom), the Carens Clavis arrives with multiple seating configurations, three engine options, and a robust feature set aimed at modern families.
Table of contents
- Bold Exterior Design with Futuristic Appeal
- Luxury Meets Practicality: Interior Comfort Features
- Segment-Leading Safety: Level 2 ADAS and More
- Engine Options: Smartstream Petrol and CRDi Diesel Variants
- Color Options and Trims
- Smart Ownership Experience: My Convenience & More
- Conclusion: A Big Bold Statement for Indian Families
Bold Exterior Design with Futuristic Appeal
Embodying Kia’s “Opposites United” design philosophy, the Carens Clavis showcases a striking presence with:
- Digital Tiger Nose grille
- Ice Cube MFR LED headlamps with LED DRLs
- Connected Star Map LED taillamps
- R17 (43.66 cm) crystal-cut alloy wheels
- Satin chrome front and rear skid plates
- Ivory Silver Gloss body colour (newly introduced)
These elements deliver a commanding road presence and modern styling that aligns with next-generation family needs.
Luxury Meets Practicality: Interior Comfort Features
Kia has gone the extra mile to ensure that the Carens Clavis interior prioritizes passenger comfort, premium ambiance, and practicality:
- 6- & 7-seater configurations with spacious third-row legroom
- One-touch electric tumble second-row seats for effortless entry to the third row
- Segment-first Boss Mode (walk-in lever)
- Dual-Panoramic 26.62″ display panel
- 64-color ambient lighting
- Ventilated front seats
- 4-way powered driver seat
- BOSE Premium 8-speaker sound system
- Roof-mounted air vents with a seat-integrated air purifier and AQI display
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
The Carens Clavis brings convenience and comfort in a feature-rich, driver-centric layout.
Segment-Leading Safety: Level 2 ADAS and More
Kia has fortified the Carens Clavis with a comprehensive safety suite, featuring both active and passive safety systems.
Level 2 ADAS – 20 Autonomous Safety Features:
- Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist, Oncoming)
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Collision Warning
- Blind View Monitor
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
Standard Safety Pack – 18 Advanced Features:
- Six airbags
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Rear Occupant Alert
- Rear parking sensors
With six airbags as standard, Kia ensures no compromise on passenger protection across all variants.
Engine Options: Smartstream Petrol and CRDi Diesel Variants
The Carens Clavis comes with three engine configurations across multiple trims and gearbox pairings:
Smartstream G1.5 (Petrol, 7-Seater):
- 6MT HTE: ₹11,49,900
- 6MT HTE(O): ₹12,49,900
- 6MT HTK: ₹13,49,900
Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi (Petrol Turbo, 7-Seater):
- 6MT: From ₹13,39,900 to ₹19,39,900 (HTE(O) to HTX+)
- 6iMT: ₹18,69,900 (HTX), ₹19,69,900 (HTX+)
- 7DCT: ₹16,89,900 (HTK+), ₹17,69,900 (HTK+(O)), ₹21,49,900 (HTX+)
Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi (Petrol Turbo, 6-Seater):
- 6MT HTX+: ₹19,39,900
- 6iMT HTX+: ₹19,69,900
- 7DCT HTX+: ₹21,49,900
1.5L CRDi VGT (Diesel, 7-Seater):
- 6MT: ₹15,51,900 (HTK) to ₹19,49,900 (HTX)
- 6AT HTK+: ₹17,99,900
This extensive lineup ensures there is a Carens Clavis variant for every family type, driving style, and budget.
Color Options and Trims
Kia is offering the Carens Clavis in seven trim levels:
- HTE
- HTE (O)
- HTK
- HTK+
- HTK+ (O)
- HTX
- HTX+
And eight body colors:
- Ivory Silver Gloss (new)
- Clear White
- Gravity Grey
- Sparkling Silver
- Glacier White Pearl
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Imperial Blue
- Pewter Olive
Smart Ownership Experience: My Convenience & More
Kia’s aftersales programs enhance long-term value and peace of mind:
- My Convenience Secure: Coverage for selected wear and tear parts
- My Convenience: Customized maintenance plans
- My Convenience Plus: Maintenance, extended warranty, and roadside assistance
- Scratch Care Program: One scratch repair in the first year
- Roadside Assistance: 3-year standard, extendable to 6 years
- Extended Warranty: Covers unexpected failures
These programs underline Kia’s intent to create a worry-free ownership journey.
Conclusion: A Big Bold Statement for Indian Families
The Kia Carens Clavis is more than a vehicle — it’s a lifestyle statement for modern Indian families seeking style, performance, flexibility, and safety. With its six and seven-seater layouts, ADAS-level safety, feature-rich cabin, and aggressive pricing, the Carens Clavis stands tall as the segment disruptor for 2025.