After multiple sightings and numerous teasers, the Kia Carens Clavis, which is actually the facelift version of the Carens, has finally been revealed in India. Its bookings will open at midnight tonight for a token amount of Rs 25,000. It will be sold alongside the existing Kia Carens.
Kia Carens Clavis (Carens Facelift) – Design
In a transition from Carens to Clavis, the MPV has undergone some significant design changes inside and out. The front facia is all-new, reminding you of the Kia EV5 sold globally. It gets a three-pod LED headlamp setup in a triangular housing, covered by inverted L-shaped LED DRLs, providing it an aggressive look. Similar to the Kia Syros, its grille is blanked off. However, the blacked-out portion on the bumper, complemented by a silver faux skid plate, provides it a striking appearance.
The silhouette of the MPV remains largely unchanged, with the key update on the side being the new 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels featuring a star-like pattern.
Towards the rear, it gets a slightly redesigned rear gate with Kia Carnival-like connected LED tail lamps and a redesigned bumper with a silver faux skid plate like the front.
The silhoutte of the MPV remains largely unchanged. The key change on the side can be seen in the form of 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels with star-like pattern design.
Kia Carens Clavis – Interior and Features
Like the exterior, the interior also receives some notable changes, including a new dashboard design with a twin-connected display taking the centre stage. It also gets a new 2-spoke steering wheel, which was recently introduced on the Kia Syros. It also features a few physical controls below the centre screen to control both AC and infotainment functions.
Like the Carens, the Kia Clavis will also be offered in 6- and 7-seater configurations.
Regarding features, the Clavis comes loaded with the following amenities: –
- Dual 12.3-inch displays for the infotainment and digital driver’s display (New)
- 4-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat
- 64-colour ambient lighting
- Ventilated front seats
- 8-speaker Bose sound system
- Sliding and reclining 2nd row seats with electric tumble function
- Panoramic sunroof (New)
- Dashcam with dual view
- In-built air purifier
- Wireless charger
- Multiple drive modes
- 6 airbags (as standard)
- Electronic stability control
- 360-degree camera with blind spot monitor
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Level 2 ADAS with features including front collision avoidance assist, auto emergency braking, lane keep assist, dynamic cruise control, high-beam assist, driver attention warning and more (New)
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Colour Options
The Kia Clavis will be offered in eight monotone colour options: –
- Ivory Silver Gloss (New)
- Pewter Olive
- Imperial Blue
- Glacier White
- Pearl Gravity Grey
- Sparkling Silver
- Aurora Black
- Pearl Clear White
Kia Carens Clavis – Engine Options
The Carens Clavis continues with the same powertrain options as the Kia Carens. However, the turbocharged petrol unit now comes with the choice of a conventional manual transmission.
| 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 |
Kia is also expected to launch the Carens Clavis in an all-electric avatar in the near future. Head here for more details.
Competition Check
The Clavis will serve as a premium alternative to the Maruti Ertiga and XL6.