{"id":1294505,"date":"2025-05-03T10:06:24","date_gmt":"2025-05-03T04:36:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1294505"},"modified":"2025-05-03T10:07:00","modified_gmt":"2025-05-03T04:37:00","slug":"kia-will-launch-next-gen-carens-mpv-clavis-mpv-with-stunning-features","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/kia-will-launch-next-gen-carens-mpv-clavis-mpv-with-stunning-features\/","title":{"rendered":"Kia Will Launch Next Gen Carens MPV: Clavis MPV With Stunning Features"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Kia has officially confirmed that the <strong>updated Carens Clavis<\/strong> will launch in India on <strong>May 8, 2025<\/strong>. While earlier speculation hinted at a brand-new MPV, spy shots now confirm that this is an <strong>iterative update<\/strong> of the current Carens, branded with a new <strong>Clavis badge<\/strong> for differentiation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-03-at-10.05.23\u202fAM-1024x572.png\" alt=\"Kia Will Launch Next Gen Carens MPV: Clavis MPV With Stunning Features\" class=\"wp-image-1294511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-03-at-10.05.23\u202fAM-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-03-at-10.05.23\u202fAM-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-03-at-10.05.23\u202fAM-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-03-at-10.05.23\u202fAM.png 1032w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Refreshed Design With SUV-Like Presence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The spy image reveals several design changes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vertically aligned tail lamps<\/strong> with a connected light strip<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Triangular headlamp units<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reverse L-shaped LED DRLs<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Upright, SUV-inspired stance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the overall silhouette remains similar, Kia is expected to introduce <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ndtv.com\/auto\/whats-kia-carens-clavis-new-spy-shot-answers-question-8310784#:~:text=The%20Kia%20Carens%20Clavis%20will,current%20version%20of%20the%20MPV.&amp;text=Kia%20India%20is%20all%20set,market%20on%208%20May%202025.\"><strong>new color options<\/strong> to freshen up the look.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Premium Features Coming Your Way<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Carens Clavis<\/strong> will boast several segment-leading features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Level-2 ADAS<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New infotainment screen<\/strong> with integrated instrument cluster<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Panoramic sunroof<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ventilated front seats<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wireless phone charging<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ambient lighting<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Updated dashboard design<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These upgrades indicate a more <strong>premium positioning<\/strong>, likely attracting buyers looking for tech-rich MPVs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Higher Price Tag Anticipated<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many upgrades, the Carens Clavis is expected to <strong>cost more than the current version<\/strong>, which is priced from <strong>Rs 10.60 lakh (ex-showroom)<\/strong>. This pricing strategy mirrors Maruti Suzuki\u2019s <strong>Ertiga vs XL6<\/strong> approach\u2014offering different trims for a wider audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Same Reliable Powertrains Under the Hood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kia is likely to <strong>retain existing engine options<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1.5L naturally aspirated petrol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1.5L turbo petrol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1.5L diesel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Transmission options will include <strong>manual, iMT, DCT<\/strong>, and <strong>torque converter automatic<\/strong>, ensuring a mix of <strong>performance and fuel efficiency<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>The upcoming Carens Clavis promises to be more than just a facelift. With its <strong>premium updates<\/strong>, <strong>SUV stance<\/strong>, and proven engine lineup, it\u2019s set to reinforce Kia\u2019s place in India\u2019s competitive MPV segment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ndtv.com\/auto\/whats-kia-carens-clavis-new-spy-shot-answers-question-8310784\">Image Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kia has officially confirmed that the updated Carens Clavis will launch in India on May 8, 2025. While earlier speculation hinted at a brand-new MPV, spy shots now confirm that this is an iterative update of the current Carens, branded with a new Clavis badge for differentiation. 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