Kia Carens Clavis gets new 6-seater variants with new HTX(O) available only with 1.5 liter turbo petrol engine
Kia India has expanded the appeal of its recently introduced Carens Clavis ICE range by introducing a new HTX(O) trim and adding a six-seater option to several variants. With this update, the Carens Clavis lineup has grown to a total of eight trims. The highlight of this expansion is the new HTX(O) trim, which adds more features and new technologies than before.
Above the HTX variant, the new Kia Carens Clavis HTX(O) trim is priced at Rs 19.26 lakh (ex-showroom). It includes premium features like Bose 8-speaker sound system, drive mode select with Eco, Normal and Sport modes, smart key remote engine start and electric parking brake with auto hold function.
It is available in both 6 and 7-seater configurations and is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged GDi petrol engine mated to the familiar 7-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox. This powertrain produces 160 PS of maximum power and 253 Nm of peak torque. Additionally, the availability of 6-seater layout has also improved with the introduction of new variants.
It is now available in HTK+ 1.5L petrol turbo DCT and 1.5L diesel 6AT trims as well as HTK+(O) 1.5L turbo petrol DCT versions. The HTK+ six-seater trims are priced at Rs 16.28 lakh and Rs 17.34 lakh respectively. The price of HTK+(O) variant is Rs 17.05 lakh.
The new HTX(O) trim, which is available in 6 and 7-seater configurations, is priced at Rs 19.26 lakh (ex-showroom). On the inside, the Carens Clavis offers a premium cabin, which includes two 26.62-inch screens, 64-colour ambient lighting, Bose audio system and a flexible seating layout with one-touch electric tumble for easy access to the third row.
Talking about safety, it has ADAS level 2 with 20 autonomous functions, six airbags, hill-start assist, rear occupant alert and a rollover sensor. The new Carens Clavis variants will be available in Kia showrooms across the country from October 13, 2025, ahead of the commencement of deliveries to customers.
Speaking on the new launch, Atul Sood, Senior Vice President and National Head, Sales and Marketing, said, “Our customers are always inspired by our every innovation. Hence, in this lineup expansion, we have not only added the new HTX(O) trim, but also introduced the option of a 6-seater variant as per the customer wishes. Through these new options, we want to ensure that more and more customers can find the compromise that suits their needs. Without being able to choose the vehicle of your choice.”
