The 2025 Kia Carens Clavis was recently launched in India as facelift iteration of the Carens with a host of styling updates and significantly more premium features. Priced between Rs 11.50 lakh to Rs 21.50 lakh (ex-showroom), the higher-spec variants of the Carens Clavis are positioned close to that of the Hyundai Alcazar. So, which one should you choose between these two – the new Kia MPV or the Hyundai mid-size SUV? Let us find out: –
Kia Carens Clavis vs Hyundai Alcazar – Price
| Model | Ex-Showroom Price |
| Kia Carens Clavis | Rs 11.50 lakh to Rs 21.50 lakh (Introductory) |
| Hyundai Alcazar | Rs 14.99 lakh to Rs 21.74 lakh |
While the entry-level variants of the Kia Carens and Hyundai Alcazar have a noticeable price difference of around Rs 3.50 lakh, the top-spec trims are priced much closer, with just a Rs 24,000 difference.
Kia Carens Clavis vs Hyundai Alcazar – Dimensions
| Dimensions | Kia Carens Clavis | Hyundai Alcazar |
| Length | 4550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1708 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Seating Options | 6/7-seater | 6/7-seater |
- The Alcazar is 10mm longer and 2mm taller than the Carens Clavis, though the difference is negligible in real-world usage.
- The Carens Clavis has a longer wheelbase by 20 mm, which could translate to slightly better rear legroom and stability at highway speeds.
Kia Carens Clavis vs Hyundai Alcazar – Features
| Common | Additional Features in Carens Clavis | Additional Features in Alcazar |
| – LED headlamps – LED DRLs – Connected tail lamp setup – Alloy wheels – Body cladding – Rear wiper & washer – Rear defogger – Roof rails – Captain seats in the 2nd row (6-seater variants only) – Ambient lighting – Retractable seat back table with cup holders – Digital driver’s display – Floating infotainment screen – Connected car tech – BOSE sound system – Powered driver seat – Ventilated front seats – Panoramic sunroof (turbo-petrol variants only) – Wireless charger – Rear AC vents – Leather seats – Auto up/down for all windows – Rain-sensing wipers – Auto headlamps – Paddle shifters (automatic variants only) – Push button start – Remote engine start – Drive modes (automatic variants only) – Six airbags – Front & rear parking sensors – ESC – 360-degree camera with blind spot monitor – Disc brakes for all wheels – Electronic parking brake with auto-hold (automatic variants only) – Level 2 ADAS | – Bigger dual 12.3-inch displays – Single-pane sunroof for diesel version – 2-spoke steering wheel – Dual-camera dashcam – 64-colors for ambient lighting | – Bigger 18-inch alloy wheels – Ventilated 2nd row seats – Electric BOSS mode for middle row passengers – Memory function for driver’s seat – Digital key – Dual-zone AC – Wing headrests on captain seats – Powered co-driver seat |
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Kia Carens Clavis vs Hyundai Alcazar – Powertrain
| Model | Kia Carens Clavis | Hyundai Alcazar | |||
| Engine | 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol | 1.5-litre turbo-petrol | 1.5-litre diesel | 1.5-litre turbo-petrol | 1.5-litre diesel |
| Max Power | 115 PS | 160 PS | 116 PS | 160 PS | 116 PS |
| Peak Torque | 144 Nm | 253 Nm | 250 Nm | 253 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT | 6-speed MT, 6-speed iMT, 7-speed DCT | 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT | 6-speed MT, 7-speed DCT | 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT |
Both the turbocharged petrol and diesel engine options are shared between the two models. However, the Carens also offers an additional 1.5-litre N.A. petrol engine, which is missing in the Alcazar.
Which Car Should You Buy?
Going by the above comparison, the Carens Clavis excels in technology and practicality, whereas the Alcazar wins on premium comfort and SUV appeal. In short, both bring strong value to the table, but they cater to slightly different priorities.
- Choose the Carens Clavis if you’re looking for a comofrtable family-friendly MPV with a spacious modern cabin, larger displays, a dashcam, and the added flexibility of a naturally aspirated petrol engine for budget-conscious buyers.
- Pick the Alcazar if your focus is on tech-rich cabin, second-row luxury, comfort, and a more SUV-like persona. It offers segment-unique features like ventilated second-row seats, electric boss mode, and memory seats, making it a better fit for chauffeur-driven use or comfort-first buyers.
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