| Carens Clavis EV HTX E | Details |
|---|---|
| Variant type | Mid trim (42 kWh) |
| Ex-showroom price | Rs 20.00 lakh |
| On-road price, Bengaluru | Rs 21.00 lakh |
| Battery and range | 42 kWh, 404 km (ARAI) |
| Real-world range (estimate) | About 300 to 330 km |
| Seating | 7 (6-seater also offered at the same price) |
Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX E Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power and torque | 133 bhp (99 kW), 255 Nm |
| Top speed | 150 km/h |
| DC fast charging (10 to 80%) | About 39 minutes (100 kW) |
| AC charging (11 kW, 10 to 100%) | About 4 hours |
| Ground clearance | 200 mm |
| Boot and frunk | 216 litres + 25 litres |
| Wheels and tyres | 16-inch, 215/60 R16 |
What the HTX E Adds
Over the HTK Plus, the HTX E brings a big jump in cabin comfort. A dual-pane panoramic sunroof makes the three-row cabin feel airy and open. In addition, 64-colour ambient lighting adds a premium touch at night. The Smart Pure air purifier with an AQI display is especially useful in polluted Indian cities. Meanwhile, beige and navy leatherette seats replace the base model’s upholstery.
Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX E Features
The HTX E also keeps every HTK Plus feature. It gets dual 12.25-inch screens, a smart key with remote start and a 25-litre frunk. For families, it offers the one-touch electric tumble second row and roof-mounted rear AC vents. For safety, it gets 6 airbags, ESC, hill-start assist and a rear occupant alert.
What It Misses
The biggest omission is Level 2 ADAS. As a result, the HTX E skips smart cruise control, lane keeping assist and blind-spot collision-avoidance assist. It also misses the 360-degree camera and blind view monitor. Comfort features like ventilated seats and Bose audio come only on higher variants.
HTX E vs HTK Plus and HTX
| Detail | HTK Plus | HTX E | HTX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | Rs 18.04 lakh | Rs 20.00 lakh | Rs 20.54 lakh |
| Panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, air purifier | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Leatherette seats | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Level 2 ADAS | – | – | ✓ |
| 6-seater option | – | ✓ | ✓ |
The HTX E costs about Rs 2 lakh more than the HTK Plus, adding a sunroof, air purifier and leatherette seats. However, the HTX adds full Level 2 ADAS for just Rs 54,000 more. Therefore, most families will find the HTX worth the small extra cost. For a 6-seater layout, see the HTX E 6-Seater.
Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX E On-Road Price in Bengaluru
| Price component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | Rs 20.00 lakh |
| Road tax | Nil (EV under Rs 25 lakh) |
| Insurance (approx.) | Rs 0.80 lakh |
| Other charges | Rs 0.20 lakh |
| On-road price | Rs 21.00 lakh |
The HTX E comes in Glacier White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Grey, Ivory Silver Matte, Imperial Blue and Pewter Olive.
What's good
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Huge Space: It is one of the few electric cars where the third row is actually comfortable for adults.
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Safety Features: Having Level 2 ADAS and 6 airbags makes it a great choice for families.
Cool Tech: Features like ventilated seats and the Bose sound system make it feel like a luxury car.
What's not so good
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Large Size: It is a long car, so it can be a bit hard to find parking in crowded city areas.
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Low Ground Clearance: When the car is full of people, it sits a bit low, so you have to be careful over very large speed breakers.
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No Spare Tire: It comes with a puncture kit instead of a full spare tyre, which can be scary on long trips.
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