
Kia has found a niche where there aren’t many competitors, with this electric 7-seater.
Share Post

Kia has found a niche where there aren’t many competitors, with this electric 7-seater.
There haven’t been too many new launches in the MPV segment in India of late, so the Kia Carens Clavis EV stands out. It’s a solid value offering, aimed at large families who need space for people as well as baggage. It looks slick and modern, but still utilitarian, and without screaming for attention.
Kia has found a niche where there aren’t many competitors — this electric 7-seater stands out in its price segment. You get plenty of space along with all the necessary features and safety measures. The Carens Clavis EV represents a tradeoff that many will make, sacrificing a bit of mainstream SUV appeal for versatility.
The interior feels up-to-date too, with a combined 26.62-inch panoramic infotainment touchscreen and instrument cluster. The UI is crisp and easy to get around. Physical buttons for climate control set this model apart from its ICE sibling. The ride quality and handling are excellent, with suspension tuned for comfort and body roll well under control.
You have two battery options, 42 kWh (404 km ARAI-certified range), and 51.4 kWh (490 km ARAI-certified range). Support for 100 kW DC fast charging means you can go from 10 to 80 percent in just under 40 minutes, which is fine for road trips. There’s also L2 ADAS, six airbags, stability control, 360-degree cameras, V2L (vehicle-to-load) power supply, and all the standard safety tech.
The Carens Clavis EV car also won the 2026 EV Car TOTM for its all-round versatility and utility.
India's "Battery Aadhaar" Policy Begins to Take Shape: Unique Identifiers Proposed to Trace EV Battery Origins, Health, End of Life
Acko Drive Team 4 Jan, 2026, 3:13 PM IST
ACKO Drive Awards 2026: The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is Our Jury's Choice for 2026 Luxury Compact Car
Acko Drive Team 4 Jan, 2026, 1:43 PM IST
ACKO Drive Awards 2026: Kia Carens Clavis EV Wins the 2026 MPV TOTM
Acko Drive Team 4 Jan, 2026, 1:37 PM IST
ACKO Drive Awards 2026: VinFast Is Off to a Great Start in India With the 2026 Midsize SUV Win for the VF7
Acko Drive Team 4 Jan, 2026, 1:30 PM IST
ACKO Drive Awards 2026: The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is Victorious in the 2026 Compact SUV Category
Acko Drive Team 4 Jan, 2026, 1:25 PM IST
Looking for a new car?
We promise the best car deals and earliest delivery!
