Kia launched the Carens Clavis last month at a starting price of Rs 11.50 lakh (ex-showroom). A more advanced version of the existing Carens, Kia has now started with the deliveries of the Clavis across the country. The company is also gearing up to launch the fully-electric version of the Carens Clavis next month.
Ahead of its imminent launch next month, the electric MPV has been spotted testing. The latest spy images show a fully-camouflaged test mule of the Clavis EV wearing a red number plate registered in Andhra Pradesh. This will be Kia’s first mass-market electric vehicle (EV) for the Indian market.
Kia Carens Clavis EV: Expected Design & Features
Previous and the latest spy images suggest that Carens Clavis EV will be visually identical to its combustion-powered sibling, barring a different badging and a new set of aero alloy wheels.At the front, it is likely to sport triple-pod LED headlamps set within a triangular housing, sleek LED daytime running lights, a closed-off grille, and other distinctive design touches.
Inside the cabin, the Clavis EV is anticipated to retain the same layout, prominently featuring a 26.62-inch dual panoramic display that integrates the touchscreen infotainment system with the digital instrument cluster. Additional expected features include front ventilated seats, a 4-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, a wireless charging pad, an 8-speaker BOSE premium audio system, and ambient lighting.
Safety is expected to be managed by Level 2 ADAS features, including adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, high beam assist, and driver attention warning. The package is also likely to include a tyre pressure monitoring system, front and rear parking sensors, a dual-camera dash cam, and a 360° camera with a blind view monitor integrated into the instrument cluster. Notably, the Clavis EV will also offer Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) charging capabilities.
Kia Carens Clavis EV: Expected Motor & Battery specs
The Kia Clavis EV is likely to be underpinned by the same platform as the Hyundai Creta Electric, suggesting it may share its battery and motor configurations. The all-electric Creta is offered with two battery options: a 42kWh unit paired with a 135hp electric motor, delivering a range of 390km, and a larger 51.4kWh pack that powers a 171 hp motor, offering a range of up to 473 km.
