Kia India has announced the introduction of new automatic variants for the Carens Clavis, making the convenience of automatic transmission more accessible for a wider set of audience. The expanded lineup introduces the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol with DCT on the HXE (EX) and HTE (O) variants, along with the 1.5-litre diesel with torque converter automatic on the HTE (O) variant.
| Trim | Powertrain | Price (Ex-showroom) |
| HTE (O) | 1.5-litre Turbo-Petrol-DCT | Rs 14,66,900 |
| HTE (EX) | 1.5-litre Turbo-Petrol-DCT | Rs 15,21,900 |
| HTE (O) | 1.5-litre Diesel-Automatic | Rs 15,81,900 |
Kia says that these automatic variants get some additional amenities over their manual counterparts. These include smart keyless entry with push-button start/stop, an electronic parking brake (EPB), remote engine start, and multiple drive modes.
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Powertrain Specifications
As mentioned above, the Carens Clavis gets these new automatic variants across both turbocharged petrol and diesel powertrains. Here’s a look at their specifications: –
| Engine | 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol | 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Max Power | 160 PS | 116 PS |
| Peak Torque | 253 Nm | 250 Nm |
| All Transmission Options | 6-speed iMT / 7-speed DCT | 6-speed Manual / 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
iMT – Intelligent Manual Transmission
Kia also offers other variants of the Carens Clavis with a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine (115PS/144Nm), paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Kia is also expected to introduce the Carens Clavis with a factory-fitted CNG powertrain option in the near future. The same powertrain will also be introduced in the upcoming Hyundai Bayon SUV.
Competition Check
The Kia Carens Clavis serves as a premium alternative to the Toyota Rumion, Maruti Ertiga and XL6. It is also seen as an affordable alternative to the Toyota Innova Crysta.
Author’s Take
The introduction of the new HTE (O) and HTE (EX) variants with an automatic transmission option is a good move, as it will allow buyers who want the convenience of an automatic gearbox to avoid stretching their budget for a higher-spec variant. This is particularly relevant for urban buyers who often prefer automatic cars due to frequent traffic and stop-and-go driving.
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