Kia updates Carens Clavis with new variants, added features

Kia has updated the Carens Clavis for 2026, expanding the lineup with new variants and adding features across existing trims. The update introduces GT-Line and X-Line versions, strengthens mid-spec variants, and brings an ADAS-equipped trim at a lower price point. The GT Line versions are priced from Rs 19.80 lakh, while the X-Line versions are priced at Rs 21.56 lakh (ex-showroom).

1. GT-Line and X-Line trims introduced with cosmetic changes
2. ADAS now available in a new HTX(O) A variant
3. More features added to mid-spec trims, including sunroof options

2026 Kia Carens Clavis: What’s new?

New GT-Line and X-Line trims added

Kia has introduced GT-Line versions in GTX and GTX+ trims, along with a new X-Line version. These are offered only with the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine.

The GT-Line versions get revised bumpers, gloss black roof rails and ORVMS, new side garnish and alloy wheels, lime-coloured brake calipers and metal pedals. The X-Line trim is available in an exclusive Dark Gun Metal finish, along with Aurora Black Pearl colour option. Both GT-line and X-line versions also offer a 6-seat configuration with second-row captain seats.

Kia Carens Clavis

₹13.05 - ₹25.07 Lakh (On road price)

Range/Mileage

15.34 kmpl - 19.54 kmpl

Specifications

Front Brakes: DiscRear Brakes: DiscWidth: 1800+ 34 more

Features

Auto Parking: NoClimate Control: 1-zoneAmbient Lighting: Yes+ 107 more

Variants

GTX 6 Seat Turbo Petrol DCTGTX 7 Seat Turbo Petrol DCTGTX+ 6 Seat Turbo Petrol DCT+ 34 more

On the features front, The HTK+ trim now gets an electric sunroof, which was earlier offered only on the HTE EX trim. Meanwhile, from the HTK+(O) trim onwards, the Carens Clavis is equipped with a panoramic sunroof, LED headlamps (earlier offered from HTX trim onwards) and a dashcam. These additions expand feature availability across the range without changes to variant positioning.

2026 Kia Carens Clavis price list (ex-showroom, India)

Prices range from Rs 11.20 lakh to Rs 21.56 lakh

Powertrain options unchanged

Petrol and diesel engines continue

The Carens Clavis continues with three engine options: a 1.5-litre petrol producing 115hp, a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol that makes 160hp and a 1.5-litre diesel producing 116hp. Transmission choices include manual, iMT, 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and 6-speed torque-converter automatic, depending on the engine and trim.

Idle Stop-Go (ISG) has also been added to improve efficiency in city driving conditions.