If you’re specifically looking for a 6-seater layout, ADAS, or a diesel-automatic variant, your choices narrow down quite a bit.
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Earlier this year, Kia launched the Clavis – a refreshed version of the Carens with updates to the exterior and interior. It is a more feature-rich version of the standard Carens, which is now offered in a single variant, nudging buyers to choose the Clavis. Here’s a link to our full official review of the car – (Review Link).
A total of 7 variants are on offer, of which the 6-seater variant is exclusively offered only in the top-spec HTX+ variant. Here’s a deep dive into all the variants to help you identify the most valuable trim for your preferences.
Variants Breakdown
HTE
Top Features
- 6 Airbags
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Hill Assist Control (HAC)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- ABS with EBD
- Brake Assist
- All Wheel Disc Brakes
- Front & Rear Skid Plates
- Rear Spoiler with Stop Lamp
- 16-inch Steel Wheels with Cover (Diesel)
- 15-inch Gloss Black Alloy Wheels (Petrol)
- Halogen Lights
- Semi-leatherette Seat Upholstery
- One-touch Electric Tumble Function for Second-row
- Second & Third-row AC Vents
- Keyless entry with Burglar Alarm
- Second-row Armrest
- Third-row 50:50 Split Seats with Reclining & Full Flat Folding
- Manually Height-Adjustable Driver’s Seat
- Powered Windows
- Rear Sunshades
- Steering Wheel with Tilt Adjust
- 4.2-inch MID
- 5 USB Type-C ports
Hte (o)
Top Features Over HTE
- Shark-fin Antenna
- Electric ORVMs
- Automatic Headlamps
- Steering-mounted Audio Controls
- 8.0-inch Infotainment
- Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- 4 speakers + 2 tweeters Audio
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Bluetooth
- Voice Recognition
HTK
Top Features Over HTE (O)
- LED DRLs
- Integrated Roof Rails
- Fabric & Leatherette Seat Upholstery
- Automatic Climate Control
- Front parking sensors
HTK+
Top Features Over HTK
- LED Connected Tail-lamps
- Rear Wiper, Washer, & Defogger
- Motion Sensing Smart Key
- Push Button Start/Stop
- Remote Engine Start
- Cruise Control
- Drive Modes (Automatic only)
- Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold (Automatic only)
Htk + (o)
Top Features Over HTK+
- 17-inch Alloy Wheels
- Single-pane Sunroof
- LED Cabin Lights
- Wireless Phone Charger
Cooperative
Top Features Over HTK+ (O)
- 360-degree Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Dual-camera Dashcam with Mobile App
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- LED Headlamps
- Panoramic Sunroof (Turbo-Petrol only)
- Single-pane Sunroof (Diesel only)
- Leatherette Seat Upholstery
- Tilt & Telescopic Adjust for Steering Wheel
- Auto up/down for All Windows
- 12.3-inch Instrument Cluster Display
- 12.3-inch Infotainment
- Connected Car Tech
- Cooled Cupholders in Centre Console
- Cooled Can Holder for Second-row
- OTA Updates
- Air Purifier with AQI Display
Cooperative+
Top Features Over HTX
- Level 2 ADAS suite with 20 functions (DCT only)
- Second-row Captain Seats (6 Seater)
- Rear Door Spot Lamps with Kia Logo Projection
- Ventilated Front Seats
- 4-way Electrically Adjustable Driver’s Seat
- Rain-sensing Wipers
- 8-speaker Bose Audio
- Paddle Shifters (DCT only)
Conclusion
With three engine options and four different gearboxes, there’s a wide range of combinations available. But if you’re specifically looking for a 6-seater layout, advanced driver assistance features (ADAS), or a diesel-automatic variant, your choices narrow down quite a bit.
Based on this, the ideal variant with the most engine and gearbox options on offer is the HTK+(O). It also offers the most value, equipped with all the necessary features, including sunroof, wireless phone charger, front and rear parking sensors and more.
For Rs 2.10 lakh cheaper, you can opt for the budget-friendly HTK variant that also comes with a decent set of features. However, the turbo-petrol engine gets downgraded to a naturally aspirated motor.
Alternatively, if you are looking for complete bells and whistles, including Level 2 ADAS, drive modes and a 6-seat configuration, then it has to be the HTX+ variant with the DCT automatic priced Rs 3.8 lakh more than the HTK+(O).
Do let us know what you think is the most value-for-money variant, and also, if you had to buy the Kia Carens Clavis, which variant would you pick?
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