Kia Carens Clavis Ev coming with 6 seater layout, range up to 490km

Kia Carens Clavis Ev coming with 6 seater layout, range up to 490km

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New Delhi. Kia Carens Clavis EV has recently been launched in India, which is ready to challenge the Byd Emax7. This model has been introduced in four trims-HTK+, HTX, HTX Long-range and HTX+ long-range-whose prices are Rs 17.99 lakh, Rs 20.49 lakh, Rs 22.49 lakh and Rs 24.49 lakh respectively. Currently, all these variants are available only in 7-seater configurations.

New 6-seater version
Soon, a new 6-seater version of this electric MPV will be launched, which will be based on the top-end HTX+ ER variant. It will have Captain seats with slides, reclines and tumble functions in the second row. Due to the long-range or extended-ranges based on the HTX+ trim, the Kia Carens Clavis EV will have a large battery pack of 51.4kwh in 6-seater, which will come with a single electric motor and FWD (Front Wheel Drive) system. This setup gives maximum power of 169bhp and torque of 255Nm. It offers a range of 490km on full charge.

Small battery option

Carens Clavis Ev is also available with 42kwh battery pack, which promises ARAI-certified 404km range once charged. This battery is paired with 135bhp electric motor. Two AC charging options – 7.4kw and 11kw – are available with both batteries. With 11kw charge, 42kwh and 51.4kwh batteries take 4 hours and 4 hours 45 minutes to charge 10 to 100 percent respectively. Kia is offering an 8 -year or 1,60,000km warranty on this electric MPV.

Feature-loaded
There will be no change in its design and interior. Kia Carens Clavis EV 6-seater will have all the premium features of its 7-seater variants, including ventilated front seats, 4-way powered driver seat, rear door spot lamps with Kia logo projection, first row passenger seat sliding lever, 8-spicker boss system, v2L (VHAL Load System, V2L. Functionality, 20 features with Level 2 adas, cabin air purifiers, panoramic sunroof, anti-glare IRVM, dual-tone leather leather rapped steering wheels and more.

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KIA launched new 'Made in India' electric car, range of 490 km

KIA launched new 'Made in India' electric car, range of 490 km

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New Delhi. Kia Carens Clavis EV has been launched at an initial price of Rs 17.99 lakh, its top model goes up to Rs 24.49 lakh (ex-showroom, India). It is the EV variant of the recently launched Carens Clavis MPV, and its claim is up to 490 km. Although Kia is already selling EV6 and EV9 in India, it is the first Made-in-India Mass-Market EV of the brand.

Long range
From inside, Carens Clavis Ev is very similar to Hyundai Creta Electric. Like its Hyundai Sibling, Kia MPV is available with a battery pack option – 42KWH unit with a claimed range of 404 km and a 51.4kwh unit with a claimed range of 490 km.

100 speed in 8.4 seconds

Carens Clavis EV is powered by 171hp and 255Nm front-axle mounted electric motor. KIA claims that it can achieve the speed of 0-100kph in 8.4 seconds. It also has a 4-level rejector braking and steering column-mounted drive selector.

What does the exterior look like?
In terms of exterior and interior design, there have not been more changes than Ice-Powered Carens Clavis, except some EV-specific updates. It has a slightly changed bumper, in which the charging port is now located on the nose of MPV. There is also a new Ice-cubbed LED fog lamps and a new silver trim on the lower bumper.

Interior

Inside, the dashboard design is also similar to ordinary carens. However, due to this being an EV, the Center Console area is designed with a new floating design, providing additional storage space. KIA has used different colors for upholstery, and it is especially available in 7-seater gauges.

Combat with byd
In the case of safety, Carens Clavis EV consists of 6 airbags, ESC, ABS, hill-start assist, TPMS, and all four disc brakes as standard. Level 2 adas and 360-degree cameras are also available on high trims. There is also a virtual engine sound system for pedestrian safety. Kia Carens Clavis Ev compete with Byd Emax 7 in our market, which is priced between Rs 17.99 lakh to Rs 24.38 lakh (ex-showroom).

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