Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX E ER

Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX E

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Integrated (in-dash) music system

Touch screen infotainment system

Rear camera

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Touch screen infotainment system

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Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX E 6 Seat

Electronic parking brake

Ambient interior lighting

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Sunroof

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₹21.15 Lakh

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Ambient interior lighting

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Sunroof

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Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX

Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX 6 Seat

Driver fatigue alert

360 view camera

Ambient interior lighting

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Sunroof

₹21.79 Lakh

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Balaji

I am looking to buy a 6/7-seater EV. My primary usage will be as a 4-seater, with occasional 6-seater use. I will mainly drive it in the city for my daily office commute and undertake long-distance trips of around 500 km once every two months. I have a solar setup at home and can charge the vehicle comfortably. My budget is Rs 30-40 lakh, although I can stretch it slightly if required.

Autocar India

You should go for the Mahindra XEV 9S. It's a proper three-row EV, and it fits your use case perfectly. With home solar charging, your running costs are very low, and the smooth, quiet drive is just right for city runs as a 4-seater. When you do need six or seven seats, the third row is reasonably spacious, and for your 500 km trip every couple of months, you’ll need just one quick top-up at a highway charger.Do note that with all three rows up, boot space is tight, so your highway trips will require some planning.Alternatively, consider the Kia Carens Clavis EV. It isn't as feature-rich and doesn't have as much range as the XEV 9S, but its third row is more comfortable for adults.

Mahindra XEV 9S

abhishek sharma

I bought a Honda City V MT about two years ago and absolutely love the car. At the time, it was the perfect choice for my usage. However, my circumstances have changed significantly since then-I now have two large dogs (a Labrador and a German Shepherd), and the City is no longer practical for transporting both dogs comfortably, especially on longer highway trips. I am trying to decide between keeping the City and buying a second EV primarily for dog transport and city use, or replacing the City altogether with a single-car solution. The vehicles I am considering include the Kia Carens Clavis EV, Mahindra XEV 9S, Mahindra XEV 9e, BYD eMAX 7, and Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid. My priorities are: Comfortable transport for two large dogs Highway touring ability Ease of parking and city usability Long-term ownership (8–10 years) Good ride comfort Reasonable running costs Would you recommend: 1. Keeping the Honda City and adding a practical EV (such as the Clavis EV), or 2. Moving to a single-car garage and choosing something like the XEV 9S, eMAX 7, or Hycross? Also, is there a midsize SUV (EV, hybrid, petrol or diesel) that offers: A low boot loading lip, Rear seats that fold nearly flat, Enough cargo length and width for two large dogs to comfortably lie down on highway trips, While still being manageable in city traffic and parking? Which vehicle would you choose for this specific use case and why?

Autocar India

Pick a single-car solution and buy the Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid. Your dogs get a low loading lip and a long, near-flat space with the third row folded, so they can actually lie side by side on highway runs. The hybrid makes touring simple with no charging hassles, calm cruising and a comfy ride, and Toyota’s durability fits an 8-10 year plan with sensible running costs.EV MPVs like the Kia Carens Clavis EV and BYD eMax 7 are great for city runs and dog space, but long trips with two dogs mean 30-40 minute fast-charge halts and patchy chargers once you leave big corridors. That’s a hassle you do not need. Mahindra XEV 9S and 9e are good choices, but their higher boot floors make them poorer dog haulers.You will wrestle with the Innova's size in tight parking, and it costs more upfront than adding a small EV, but day to day, it is still easy enough with light steering and cameras.If you must go smaller, the Kia Carens Clavis turbo petrol DCT is a solid choice, but fuel efficiency in the city won't be as good as the Hycross hybrid.

Toyota Innova HyCross

Mohammed

My daily travel is around 300 km, mostly on highways. Which 7-seater EV would be the better choice for my usage?

Autocar India

Go for the Mahindra XEV 9S 79kWh. It comfortably clears a 300km highway run on a single charge in real-world use and, when you do need a top-up, the fast charging is quick enough to add sufficient range during a coffee stop. In our real-world testing, we recorded a highway range of 477km on a single charge, though this will drop noticeably with a full load.Also note that while it seats seven, the third row is tight for adults, and boot space is very limited with all rows up. Alternatively, you can consider the Kia Carens Clavis EV, which has a better third row, but its 51.4kWh battery will only deliver about 345km of highway range as per our real-world tests.Whichever you choose, map out the public fast chargers on your route at least once so you are not hunting for a plug at the wrong time.

Mahindra XEV 9S

Basaveshwar Talur

Please suggest a good value-for-money car under Rs. 20-25 lakh that is suitable for a family of 7 with good reliability and service. I am looking for a family-oriented car, 80% for city and 20% for highway. I am confused between EV and diesel. Should I consider the Mahindra Scorpio N or the XUV 7XO?

Autocar India

With 80% city use, a family of seven and a Rs 20-25 lakh budget, the Mahindra XUV 7XO is a good choice. If you can install a charger at home, though, the Mahindra XEV 9S could be a great alternative since your usage is primarily in the city. The base Pack One Above with the larger 79kWh battery pack fits within your budget and comes with all the essential comfort and tech features. In our real-world tests, we managed a combined 477.5km on a single charge, though that figure will drop sharply on the highway with a full load of passengers and luggage. Your highway trips will therefore need some planning around charging stops.If that seems like too much effort, then the XUV 7XO diesel automatic makes the most sense. It feels easier to drive in town than the Mahindra Scorpio N, with lighter controls and a smoother driving experience. Ride comfort and cabin noise levels are better, too, which your family will appreciate.A couple of things to note: with all three rows up, boot space is limited. The third row is also a bit tight for taller passengers, so check if it works for your family.Alternatively, consider the Kia Carens Clavis/Carens Clavis EV. Their smaller footprint makes them easier to drive and park in the city, and the third row is more spacious than in the XUV 7XO/XEV 9S.

Jeevan

I want to buy a 7 Seater car that should be comfortable for long highway rides with great suspension & fuel efficiency & that I can keep for at least 8-10 years without regret. The budget is around 25 lakh.

Autocar India

For your requirements, the Kia Carens Clavis diesel manual would be our first recommendation. Since your priority is long highway comfort, strong fuel efficiency and long-term ownership without regret, this fits exceptionally well. The diesel engine is efficient and well-suited to highway cruising, the ride comfort is good, the cabin is practical for family use and importantly, the third row is genuinely usable, unlike many so-called 7-seaters. If most of your driving is highway-based, living with a manual should not be a problem, and it will reward you with much better efficiency than the automatic alternatives.If your highway runs are not extremely long, charging infrastructure on your regular routes is dependable, and you are open to going electric, the Kia Carens Clavis EV is also a genuinely strong option. It gives you much lower running costs, excellent comfort and the same practical seven-seat layout. The only caveat is that for truly long road trips, you need to be comfortable planning around charging stops.

Kia Carens Clavis

Selvaraj Raj

I already have a Maruti Brezza 2017 model. Now I am planning to get an EV 7-seater. Which one do you suggest?

Autocar India

We would suggest the Kia Carens Clavis EV as the most sensible choice. It is a genuinely sorted package, and more importantly, one of the few EVs that works properly as a family-friendly 7-seater. The third row is well-executed by segment standards, so unlike many 7-seaters, it is actually usable for family duty rather than being an occasional emergency bench.If you can stretch your budget a little, the BYD EMax 7 is also worth serious consideration. Its biggest advantage is the larger battery pack and meaningfully better range, which makes it the stronger option if you plan to do longer outstation trips in your electric car. It also feels more substantial as an overall EV package.

BYD eMax 7

Balasubramaniam

I need advice regarding my next car purchase. I am currently using a 2019 Innova and now want to buy an EV. My budget is under ₹20 lakh, and I prefer a car without a sunroof.

Autocar India

Go for the Hyundai Creta Electric Executive. Being an entry-level variant, it doesn't get a sunroof, but it packs all the other basics. Additionally, it gets a small 42kWh battery, which Hyundai claims will travel 420km; but you can easily expect 250-300km in the real world. So if you have a limited, fixed run as well as home charging provision, the Creta Electric is smooth, spacious and a sensible buy.The Kia Carens Clavis EV is another excellent option worth considering - it has the same electric powertrain as the Creta Electric, and it also gives you the flexibility of three-row seating.

Hyundai Creta Electric

Mannyjoe

Any recommendations for an MPV EV within 18 Lakhs in Bangalore? Mainly city drive with yearly twice or thrice out of station, max 500 Kms.

Autocar India

For under Rs 18 lakh (on-road), there is no true 6/7-seat electric MPV on sale today. The closest fit that meets your needs well is the Kia Carens Clavis EV, though it will be a little above Rs 20 lakh on-road in Bengaluru.The smaller 42kWh battery should provide enough range for your city-heavy driving, but outstation trips will require a charging stop or two. It is easy to park, feels smooth and quiet, and handles broken roads well. It also has good space for a family, with a genuinely usable third row and a big boot for airport runs.If you want a more affordable 5-seater alternative, then the MG Windsor is a good choice too. Overall, the Kia Carens Clavis EV is your best bet for an electric MPV in this price range.

MG Windsor

Sandeep Kasireddy

I currently own a Creta petrol manual 2019, driven around 85K Kms. I know not a normal petrol usage pattern, but usage turned out to be high. Now we are setting up a small-scale industry where I need a car to travel to the plant every single day for my parents, and I would visit the plant weekly. While I live in Bangalore, my parents live in a place called Tirupati. The plant would come 45 Kms to my parents, 180 Kms to me. I thought of having the creta petrol manual with my parents, and I thought of driving a diesel, but clearly looking at the current trends - I doubt a diesel and may have to think about an EV. What would you guys suggest as a second car for me, assuming that I am part of the Autocar’s core team and a friendly colleague of yours 🙂 I once decided on Creta Electric or Kia Carens Clavis Ev, clearly for the Korean tech. But not sure of its value proposition. PS: The new AAA series is just awesome. And I am an ardent fan of Autocar content. The recent episode of Hormazd with his Mum was so happy to watch.

Autocar India

Thank you for your kind words :-)Your use will be mostly in Bengaluru city, with one long 180 km run each week to the plant, while your parents do daily 45 km trips in the Creta. In this mix, pick the Hyundai Creta Electric, ideally the larger-battery version, and leave the petrol Creta with your parents. It suits your Bengaluru routine better because it is easy to drive and very quiet, so daily traffic is less tiring, and its size is simpler to park than a big three-row car. For the weekly highway run, an EV works if you charge at home and either top up at the plant or plan a quick stop on the route. There are public fast chargers on most big Bengaluru highways now, including towards Andhra, but do check your exact route and set up a charger at the plant if you can. The Kia Carens Clavis EV only makes sense if you often carry six or seven people or lots of gear; otherwise, you pay more, use more energy, and don’t gain much for solo trips. For your pattern, Creta Electric fits best.

Hyundai Creta Electric

Jitesh agrawal

•4w

Which 7-seater EV offers the best 3rd row seating comfort?

Autocar India

•4w

You should consider the Kia Carens Clavis EV. It offers a spacious cabin, with a properly usable third row that can even fit adults. Plus, it comes with a smooth and seamless powertrain, and in our real-world range test, it managed to do 383km in the city and 345km out on the highway for the 51.4kWh version. The Kia MPV also has a premium cabin and comes packed with all the feel-good and convenience features you'd need. With all these features, the Kia Carens Clavis EV prices range from Rs 19.05 lakh to Rs 26.52 lakh (on-road).