Kia is gearing up to make a bold statement in the Indian MPV market with the introduction of the Carens Clavis, a premium version of its widely popular Carens. Ahead of its official launch on May 23, 2025, the company has revealed the top 10 new features that make this model a class apart. Designed with Indian families and urban professionals in mind, the Clavis takes luxury, safety, and convenience several notches higher.
Let’s explore the top 10 new features of the Kia Carens Clavis that make it one of the most anticipated MPVs of the year:
1. Panoramic Dual-Screen Setup
The Carens Clavis comes equipped with a panoramic curved display, which includes a fully digital instrument cluster and a large infotainment screen. This advanced display setup enhances visibility and gives the cabin a futuristic feel, similar to what you’d expect in premium European vehicles.
2. ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)
For the first time in the Carens lineup, Kia is offering Level 2 ADAS features, including lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, and blind-spot monitoring. This puts the Clavis ahead in the safety game, especially in its segment.
3. Connected LED Lighting
The Clavis features connected LED DRLs and taillamps, giving it a sleek and modern design identity. These lighting elements add both aesthetic appeal and enhanced visibility, especially during night driving.
4. New Exterior Design Language
The Clavis brings a redesigned front fascia with a more upright and muscular stance, blacked-out elements, and a refreshed grille design. It subtly shifts the Carens towards a more SUV-like appeal, while retaining MPV practicality.
5. Premium Cabin Materials
The interior is now more luxurious than ever, featuring soft-touch dashboard inserts, leatherette upholstery, and metallic accents. This elevates the in-cabin experience for both the driver and passengers, making long drives more comfortable.
6. Drive Mode Selector with Terrain Modes
Kia has added a rotary drive mode selector with dedicated modes like Eco, Normal, and Sport. In addition, the Clavis offers terrain modes for snow, mud, and sand, providing better traction and control across varied road conditions.
7. Dual-Zone Climate Control with Rear Zone Extension
The Clavis is now equipped with dual-zone climate control that extends to the rear rows, ensuring personalized comfort for every passenger especially important for large Indian families.
8. Digital Key 2.0
With Kia’s Digital Key 2.0, you can now lock, unlock, and even start your vehicle using your smartphone or smartwatch. It also allows for key sharing with family members or friends, adding convenience to your daily routine.
9. Ventilated Front and Captain Seats
Comfort has been prioritized with ventilated front seats and available ventilated captain seats in the second row. This feature, often missing in MPVs, ensures a fatigue-free experience even on long journeys in hot Indian weather.
10. Best-in-Class Boot Space and Utility Enhancements
The Clavis offers enhanced boot space and additional utility touches like smart foldable tray tables, sunshades, and USB-C ports for all rows—making it one of the most practical MPVs in its class.
Final Verdict
The Kia Carens Clavis is not just a facelift or feature upgrade—it’s a statement of intent. With high-end features trickling down into the mid-size MPV space, Kia is positioning the Clavis to disrupt the segment once again, just like the original Carens did at launch.
Targeting families who want SUV looks, MPV practicality, and premium features, the Carens Clavis is all set to carve a niche of its own.
Launch Date: May 23, 2025
Expected Price Range: ₹13–18 lakh (ex-showroom)
