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Kia Carens Clavis EV Launched at ₹17.99 Lakh: India’s Most Affordable 7-Seater Electric Car

In a major boost to India’s growing electric mobility sector, Kia India has launched the Carens Clavis EV, the country’s most affordable 7-seater electric vehicle, with prices starting at ₹17.99 lakh (ex-showroom). This marks a significant step in making spacious family EVs more accessible to Indian consumers.

🔋 Two Battery Options, Up to 490 KM Range

The Carens Clavis EV will be available in two battery configurations:

  • 42 kWh variant offering a certified range of 404 km

  • 51.4 kWh variant delivering up to 490 km on a single charge (ARAI-certified)

Both variants support fast charging, with a 10% to 80% top-up possible in just 39 minutes using a 100 kW DC charger.

⚙️ Performance Meets Practicality

Powered by advanced PMSM motors, the Clavis EV comes with:

  • 99 kW (133 PS) motor in the 42 kWh version

  • 126 kW (171 PS) motor in the 51.4 kWh variant

  • 255 Nm torque, with 0–100 km/h in just 8.4 seconds for the larger battery model

🛋️ Loaded with Comfort and Features

The vehicle offers best-in-class comfort and tech, including:

  • Panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, wireless charging

  • Dual-screen 26.6” display, Bose 8-speaker system, and ambient lighting

  • “Boss Mode” seating, air purifier with AQI display, and one-touch tumble seats

🛡️ Safety Comes Standard

Kia has integrated Level 2 ADAS with features like:

  • Forward Collision Avoidance

  • Smart Cruise Control

  • Lane Keeping Assist
    In addition, it offers 6 airbags, ESC, hill-start assist, 360° camera, and a tyre pressure monitoring system.

🌐 Built for the EV Ecosystem

Kia’s EV infrastructure push includes:

  • 250+ EV-ready workshops

  • 100+ fast-charging dealerships

  • Access to over 11,000 public charging stations via the Kia Connect app

With support for Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and smart energy management, the Clavis EV is positioned as both a smart urban commuter and a family travel companion.


🧭 What This Means for Indian EV Buyers

The Carens Clavis EV sits in a unique space in the Indian EV market—offering the size and versatility of an MPV with the environmental and cost-saving benefits of electric mobility. It is likely to appeal to:

  • Families upgrading from ICE 7-seaters like the Maruti Ertiga, Hyundai Alcazar, or Mahindra XUV700

  • Corporate fleets seeking sustainable people movers

  • Early EV adopters wanting space without compromising range or tech


📣 MeriEV’s Take

At MeriEV, we believe the Clavis EV sets a new benchmark for family-friendly electric vehicles in India. With its practical range, fast-charging support, feature-rich cabin, and a sub-₹20 lakh price point, it could redefine how India thinks about 7-seaters.

Want to see how the Clavis stacks up against other EVs? Use our EV Compare tool or check out our upcoming EV Buyer’s Guide for 2025

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