The Kia Carens Clavis has been introduced with a starting price of Rs 11.50 lakh, reaching up to Rs 21.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for this MPV commenced the day after its reveal on May 8, requiring a token amount of Rs 25,000. The Carens Clavis will be available alongside the standard variant, with the Clavis designation indicating a more upscale position in the market.
- Touch-sensitive panel for HVAC and media controls
- Equipped with Level 2 ADAS and 360-degree camera system
- Engines carried over from the standard Carens
Kia Carens Clavis Exterior Design
Triple-pod LED headlights and 17-inch alloy wheels
The 2025 Clavis represents a facelift of the Carens, built on the K2 platform shared with the standard Kia models. A fresh light bar connects the inverted L-shaped daytime running lights (DRLs), while the triple-pod headlamps draw inspiration from the Kia EV5. Additionally, a faux-metal trim in silver adorns the chin of the bumper.
The profile maintains a silhouette similar to the Carens MPV, yet plastic cladding along the doors and wheel arches imparts an SUV-like appearance to the new model. The Clavis features larger 17-inch alloy wheels featuring a redesigned look, while the door handles forgo their chrome finish. At the rear, more pronounced LED tail-lights are joined by a brand-new light bar, along with enhancements such as a spoiler-mounted stop lamp and a faux metal trim on the revamped bumper.
Kia Carens Clavis Interior Features
Panoramic sunroof, ‘Boss’ mode, and ventilated seats
Available in both six (with captain seats in the second row) and seven-seater configurations, the dashboard showcases a blue-and-beige theme complemented by twin 12.3-inch screens, one functioning as a touchscreen and the other as a multi-information driver display. Notably, the larger infotainment system included in the premium Clavis HTX trims does not support wireless integration for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the smaller 8-inch unit in lower trims does. A switchable touch-sensitive panel situated beneath the central air vents controls both media and climate functions. The front seats come with ventilation, but only the driver’s seat is electrically adjustable.
Additional features in the Carens include a wireless charging pad, an eight-speaker Bose sound system, an air purifier, a panoramic sunroof, various drive modes (eco, normal, sport), paddle shifters (exclusive to DCT), AC vents and USB ports for the second and third rows, a ‘Boss’ mode for the co-driver’s seat (similar to the Hyundai Alcazar), and a one-touch tumble-plus-fold function for the left-side seat in the second row.
Kia Carens Clavis Safety Features
Level 2 ADAS and 360-degree camera
The Carens Clavis is equipped with a Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) and a 360-degree camera setup, vital safety features that were absent in the standard Carens. Essential capabilities such as blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and rear cross-traffic alert proved to be invaluable during test drives. Furthermore, standard safety equipment includes six airbags, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), hill-start assistance, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and all-wheel disc brakes.
Kia Carens Clavis Engine and Gearbox Options
Standard petrol and diesel engine lineup
| Kia Carens Clavis Engine Performance and Efficiency | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Turbo-Petrol | 1.5 Turbo-Diesel | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Power (hp) | 160 | 116 | 115 |
| Torque (Nm) | 253 | 250 | 144 |
| Transmissions | 6MT / 6iMT / 7DCT | 6MT / 6AT | 6MT |
| ARAI-claimed mileage (kpl) | 15.95 (6MT and 6iMT) / 16.66 (7DCT) | 19.54 (6MT) / 17.50 (6AT) | 15.34 (6MT) |
As indicated in the table, the new Clavis offers the Carens’ engine lineup, featuring a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine with options for a 115hp naturally aspirated (NA) petrol, a 160hp turbocharged petrol, and a 116hp diesel variant. Unlike the standard Carens, which is limited to manual transmission options, the Clavis provides additional DCT and AT transmissions. Currently, a CNG variant is not available, unlike rivals that do offer this option.
Fuel Efficiency
Kia Carens Clavis’ 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine.
The Clavis diesel variant, boasting a maximum mileage of 19.4 kpl, is the most fuel-efficient, followed by the turbo-petrol engine at 16.66 kpl, and the naturally aspirated petrol variant with 15.34 kpl.
