NEW DELHI: The Kia Carens Clavis EV is the automaker's first made-in-India electric vehicle, and is billed as a lifestyle-ready recreational vehicle (RV) with SUV-inspired character.
The Carens Clavis EV is available with two battery options:
- 42kWh battery with 404km ARAI-certified range (full MIDC)
- 51.4kWh battery with 490km ARAI-certified range (full MIDC)
The MIDC (Modified Indian Driving Cycle) is used to rate an EV’s range.
Charging from 10% to 80% top-up takes 39 minutes using a 100kW DC fast charger.
With motor outputs of 99kW (225Nm) or 126kW (255Nm) or of torque, the EV delivers responsive acceleration, even when fully loaded.
Kia India managing director Gwanggu Lee said, "As India’s first electric RV, it reflects Kia’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and understanding the real needs of evolving markets. Inspired by India, and built in India, the Carens Clavis EV embodies the spirit of shared progress and a new way to move.”
The Carens Clavis EV has advanced thermal management systems – including a liquid-cooled battery pack and Active Air Flap -ensure consistent performance in a range of environmental conditions.
The IP67-certified battery is dust- and waterproof, and underwent rigorous testing, including water-soak, drop, and vibration trials.
There are paddle shifters offering four levels of regenerative braking, including i-Pedal mode for true one-pedal driving.
Alternatively, an intelligent Auto Mode automatically adjusts the level of regeneration braking based on real-time traffic conditions.
Key highlights of the user-focused interior include:
- 67.62 cm (26.62 inch) Dual Panoramic Display (infotainment + cluster)
- Smart climate control switch, front ventilated seats, and power-adjustable driver seat
- Premium Bose audio system with 8 speakers and 64-color ambient lighting
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof and floating center console with ambient light accents
- Smart Pure Air Purifier with AQI display
- Flexible second-row seating with one-touch electric tumble and ‘Boss Mode’
The Carens Clavis EV supports Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality both inside and outside, enabling users to power external devices.
The Carens Clavis EV offers ADAS Level 2 with more than 20 autonomous driving functions, such as:
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Lane Keeping and Front Collision Avoidance Assist (car, pedestrian, cyclist, junction)
- Blind Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance, and Driver Attention Warning
Additionally, the EV includes 18 standard safety features, including six airbags, ESC, HAC, DBC, ISOFIX anchors, and rollover sensors that trigger airbag deployment.
With over 90 connected car features, the Carens Clavis EV ensures seamless digital integration.
Drivers can remotely manage charging schedules, set range alerts, access charging locations via Kia’s EV Route Planner and monitor energy consumption in real-time.
