Kia has unveiled the Carens Clavis in India, a refreshed version of its popular MPV Carens. This facelift introduces design elements reminiscent of the EV9, including a redesigned front and rear fascia, and a dual-screen interior setup. While the exterior boasts modern aesthetics, the mechanical components remain largely unchanged, retaining the existing engine options: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol, and a 1.5-litre diesel engine.
Kia Carens Clavis vs Kia Carens
| Standarization in Carens | Kia Carens Clavis (2025 Facelift) | Original Kia Carens (2022–2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Names | HTK, HTK+, HTX, HTX+, GTX | Premium, Prestige, Prestige Plus, Luxury, Luxury Plus |
Carens Clavis follows the standard Kia variant nomenclature.
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Kia Carens Clavis (2025 Facelift) | Original Kia Carens (2022–2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Front Fascia | Redesigned with higher bonnet line and updated grille | Traditional MPV-style front end |
| Headlights | Revised LED headlamps with DRLs resembling EV6 | Standard LED headlamps with simpler DRLs |
| Tail Lights | Vertically stacked LED tail-lamps connected by a light bar | Traditional tail-lamps |
| Wheels | Dual-tone alloy wheels, likely 16-inch | 16-inch wheels with less modern design |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof introduced | Single-pane sunroof on top variant only |
Interior and Features
| Interior Features | Kia Carens Clavis (2025 Facelift) | Original Kia Carens (2022–2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Layout | Refined dashboard with ambient lights | Basic dashboard with simpler features |
| Infotainment System | Rich infotainment system from base variant | Basic infotainment system with smaller screen |
| Instrument Cluster | 26.62-inch dual-screen setup | 7.5-inch LCD cluster in lower variants |
| Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) | Level 2 ADAS and 360-degree camera in higher variants | No ADAS features or basic version in some variants |
| Ambient Lighting | 64-colour ambient mood lighting | 64-colour ambient lighting in top variant |
| Seating Options | Second-row captain seats with sliding, reclining, and tumble function (6-seater) from mid variants | Second-row captain seats in higher variants |
| Ventilated Seats | Ventilated front seats | Ventilated front seats in top variant |
| Sound System | 8-speaker Bose premium sound system | 8-speaker Bose sound system in top variant |
| Wireless Charging | Wireless charger with cooling function | Wireless charger with cooling function in top variant |
| Engine | Kia Carens Clavis (2025 Facelift) | Original Kia Carens (2022–2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | Same as previous: 1.5L petrol, 1.5L turbo-petrol, 1.5L diesel | 1.5L petrol, 1.5L turbo-petrol, 1.5L diesel |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, 7-speed DCT, 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual, 7-speed DCT, 6-speed automatic |
| Electric Variant | Upcoming all-electric variant based on Clavis | No electric variant available |
A few months back, the Kia Carens Clavis was spotted testing alongside the Hyundai Creta, sparking curiosity among auto enthusiasts. While it looked like just another camouflaged prototype at first, sharp eyes noticed a few key differences hinting at something more than just a regular facelift.
Now, rumors are swirling that the Clavis might also be getting an all-electric version. Yes, you heard that right — Kia might be adding yet another EV to its growing lineup. While there’s no official confirmation yet, test mules with closed grilles and silent drive signatures suggest that the Clavis EV could be on the cards, possibly targeting the mid-range urban SUV market in India first, and then maybe elsewhere.
Will this EV be practical, or just another badge in Kia’s ever-growing portfolio? Time will tell. But for now, the buzz is real — and Kia seems in no mood to slow down.
