The Kia Carens family, including ICE and EV models, has achieved the 3 lakh sales milestone in the Indian market. The MPV lineup is currently available with three engine options – petrol, diesel and electric. The carmaker has revealed that the petrol variants account for 60% of the cumulative sales, followed by diesel at 30% and EV at 10%. The top variants are also witnessed strong demand, accounting 18% of the total sales.
Official Statement
Commenting on the milestone Mr. Sunhack Park, Chief Sales Officer, Kia India said, “The 300,000-unit milestone for the Carens underscores its position as a segment leader and a true gamechanger in the MPV space. This achievement is a direct result of our product-led strategy, our sharp understanding of customer needs, and our unwavering focus on quality. It strengthens our conviction that the Carens is the benchmark for its class, and we are energized to build on this momentum as we accelerate our growth journey.”
Electric Powertrain
The Kia Carens Clavis EV is available in both seating options 6- & 7-seater. It comes with two electric motor options – 99kW & 126kW – both delivering 255 Nm torque. The EV is offered with dual battery options—51.4 kWh (490 km range) and 42 kWh (404 km range)—and fast charging from 10% to 80% in just 39 minutes.
Petrol & Diesel Engine Options
On the other hand, the ICE-powered Carens Clavis comes with three 1.5, four-cylinder engines – a 115bhp, 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol, 160bhp turbo petrol and 116bhp diesel. Kia claims that the Clavis NA petrol and turbo petrol deliver a fuel efficiency of 15.34kmpl and 16.66kmpl, respectively. The turbo diesel is the most fuel-efficient version, offering a claimed mileage of 19.4kmpl.
Key Features
- 12.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- 12.5-inch all-digital instrument cluster
- Air purifier with AQI display
- Ventilated front seats
- 4-way powered driver’s seat
- Auto dimming IRVM
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- 64-colour ambient lighting
- 8-speaker Bose sound system
- 360-degree camera with blind spot monitor
- Level 2 ADAS