Kia India has recently unveiled the new Carens Clavis, with its prices set to be announced on May 23. While Kia has already revealed its variant-wise features, now the Korean carmaker has revealed its fuel efficiency (mileage) figures.
Kia Carens Clavis – Engine Specifications and Mileage
For those unaware, the Kia Carens Clavis is the facelift version of the Carens, which continues to get the same engine options as the pre-facelift model. It includes a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel mill. Here’s a look at their specifications and mileage details: –
| Engine | 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol | 1.5-litre turbo-petrol | 1.5-litre diesel |
| Power | 115 PS | 160 PS | 116 PS |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 253 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed Manual | 6-speed Manual, 6-speed iMT, 7-speed DCT | 6-speed Manual, 6-speed torque converter automatic |
| Claimed Fuel Efficiency (Mileage) | 15.34 kmpl | 15.95 kmpl (manual/iMT) 16.66 kmpl (DCT) | 19.54 kmpl (manual) 17.50 kmpl (auto) |
As the above table indicates, the diesel-manual combination of the Carens Clavis is the most fuel efficient, whereas the naturally aspirated petrol engine offers the least mileage. The fuel efficiency of the manual and iMT versions of the turbocharged engine is also on par with the NA mill.
Kia is also gearing up to introduce its all-electric version. Head here for its details.
Features on Offer
With the recent upgrade, the Carens now comes loaded with tons of premium amenities such as ice cube-shaped automatic LED headlamps, LED DRLs, dual 12.3-inch displays for infotainment and instrument cluster, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8-speaker BOSE premium sound system, connected car tech, 2-spoke steering wheel, powered driver’s seat, ventilated function for front seats, all-four power windows with auto up/down function and switch illumination, rear door sunshades, sliding/reclining & electric tumble functions for rear seats, retractable seatback table with cup holders, cooling can holders in 2nd row, UV cut glass for all windows, dual-dashcam, and in-built air purifier, rain-sensing wipers, walk-in lever (1st row passenger seat sliding lever), paddle shifters (DCT), drive modes (DCT), and much more.
For passengers’ safety, it comprises six airbags, front & rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, traction control. hill assist, all-wheel disc brakes, ISOFIX child seat anchors, tyre pressure monitoring system, a 360-degree camera with blind-view monitor, and Level-2 ADAS suite.
Expected Price and Rivals
We expect Kia to price the Carens Clavis from around Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom), placing it as a premium alternative to the likes of Toyota Rumion, Maruti Ertiga, XL6 and the pre-facelift version of Kia Carens, which is now available only in Premium (O) variant.
