Kia launches its first made-in-India EV the Carens Clavis starting at INR 17.99 lakhs

https://www.indulgexpress.com/entertainment/celebs/2025/Jul/15/director-pa-ranjith-booked-after-stuntmans-tragic-death-on-setDesigned to meet the evolving needs of prospective EV customers, the Carens Clavis EV offers a unique blend of space, clever features, and flexibility without compromising on affordability. Whether it is a long road trip with friends or family, a quick weekend getaway, or a regular inter-city commute, the Carens Clavis EV is designed to handle it all with ease. With its inclusive design and impressive performance, it embodies Kia’s vision of electric mobility that goes beyond a select few, making it a vehicle for everyone who seeks— smarter, greener, and more practical driving experience.

All you need to know about first made-in-India EV the Carens Clavis

The car comes with a number of interesting features. Chief amongst them are innovative paddle shifters, a standout feature in the electric driving experience. Drivers can easily access four levels of regenerative braking using paddle shifters, tailoring energy recovery and deceleration to their preference, and driving conditions. Selecting the highest setting, Level 4 Regeneration (also known as i-Pedal mode) enables true one-pedal driving especially useful in urban stop-and-go traffic. This mode delivers maximum regenerative braking, allowing the car to slow down and even come to a complete stop using only the accelerator pedal. It reduces reliance on the physical brakes while enhancing overall efficiency and range.

The EV features a bold and modern design inspired by Kia’s “Opposites United” philosophy, combining futuristic aesthetics with practical functionality. Its standout elements include the Kia Digital Tiger Face, Star Map LED Connected DRLs with integrated turn signal, Ice cube MFR LED headlamps, Star Map LED connected tail lamps, 43.18cm (R17”) crystal-cut dual-tone aero alloy wheels, and 200mm ground clearance, all contributing to a futuristic and muscular presence. Additional highlights such as Front charging ports with LED light and charge indicator, an LED high mount stop lamp, a 25-litre frunk with cover, the all-new Matte Ivory Silver color option, and a Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS) for enhanced pedestrian safety.

The Carens Clavis EV redefines safety by combining global best practices with features specifically designed for Indian roads and customer needs. It offers ADAS Level 2 with over 20 autonomous features that work in harmony to protect passengers and enhance every journey. Key highlights include: Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Keeping Assist and Front Collision-Avoidance Assist – Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist, direct on coming, junction turning to ensure proactive intervention in complex traffic conditions

Beyond ADAS, the Carens Clavis EV comes with a comprehensive package of safety features, including six airbags, ESC, HAC, rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat connectors and disc brakes on all wheels. Additionally, the vehicle is equipped with rollover sensors that activate and deploy airbags in case of a rollover.

The cabin offers a premium, spacious and tech-savvy interior designed to enhance driving experience. Twin 26.62-inch dual panoramic display panels integrate infotainment and driver info. One-touch easy electric tumble for the second-row seats and Boss Mode, allow a second-row passenger to slide the front passenger seat forward for added legroom. You get a Bose sound system with 8-speakers and a 64-color ambient lighting for the cabin, including footwell lamps. Naturally a panoramic sunroof is available along with ventilated front seas and transmission duties are now done by a column mounted shifter, with Shift-by-wire technology.

The Carens Clavis EV is powered by a reliable and efficient electric powertrain, designed to deliver smooth and responsive performance. Its battery is globally benchmarked and locally validated, ensuring high standards of safety, durability and adaptability to Indian conditions. There are two battery options: a 42kWh (ARAI-certified 404km range-MIDC Full) and 51.4kWh (ARAI-certified 490km range-MIDC Full). Motor options are 99Kw and 126Kw output with 255Nm torque. Fast charging from 10 to 80% is possible in just 39 minutes with a 100kW DC charger, and you get Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability, both internal and external, for powering devices and appliances. An active air flap improves aerodynamics and allows for optimised battery temperature. The IP67-certified battery pack is dustproof and waterproof and has a liquid-cooled system to maintain battery safety in peak Indian summers.

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