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In order to further strengthen its market position, Kia India is now readying 3 all-new products for the Indian market. The company will introduce the new-gen Carnival and the EV9 electric SUV in our market before the end of this year. Early next year, the Korean brand will introduce an all-new compact SUV - rumoured to be called the Kia Clavis. The small SUV has been caught testing numerous times on the Indian roads, revealing some interesting details. In this article, we listed a few of the top features to be offered on the upcoming Kia Clavis. Kia Clavis Top Features 1. Panoramic Sunroof The new Clavis SUV will be positioned between the Sonet and Seltos in Kia India line-up. The spy images reveal that the new sub-4 meter SUV will be equipped with a panoramic sunroof, which will give it a competitive advantage. Most of the compact SUVs (below sub-4 meter SUV category) are equipped with single-pane sunroof. In fact, the VW Taigun, Skoda Kushaq and the Honda Elevate are offered with a single-pane sunroof. 2. ADAS Tech The spy images show the addition of a radar module at the front, which confirms that the Kia Clavis will be equipped with ADAS tech. It is likely to offer features like autonomous emergency braking, lane assist, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring and others. 3. More Safety Features The new Kia Clavis will be offered with a wide range of safety and security features such as six airbags, ABS with EBD, a 360-degree surround view camera, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), front parking sensors and rear disc brakes. 4. Ventilated & powered front seats Previous spy images reveal that the new Clavis will be equipped with ventilated front seats. The button for the ventilated seat is placed right next to the interior door handles. Adding to it, the SUV will also receive a powered driver's seat. 5. Both ICE & Electric Powertrains The Kia Clavis compact SUV will come with both ICE and electric powertrain options. The ICE version is likely to arrive in early 2025, followed by EV in late next year. The Clavis could also be the brand's first model to feature a hybrid powertrain in India. It is expected to be powered by a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine that produces 120PS and 200Nm of torque. Both manual and automatic gearbox options are likely to be on offer. The EV is expected to be fitted with a battery pack of around 40-45kWh with a front-axle mounted electric motor. We expect the new model to offer a range of around 350km to 400km on a single charge. Also See - Kia Clavis Compact SUV - What To Expect?

In order to further strengthen its market position, Kia India is planning to add more SUVs to its product portfolio. Before the end of this year, the Korean automaker will introduce 3 new products including the new-gen Carnival, EV9 electric SUV and an all-new compact SUV in the country. While the new Carnival and EV9 will target a limited set of buyers, the new compact SUV (rumoured to be called the Kia Clavis) will target the masses. Kia Clavis Positioning It was speculated that the Clavis will be the brand's entry in the micro SUV category, which is dominated by Hyundai Exter and Tata Punch. However, the spy images confirm that the new SUV will be larger and will sit somewhere between the Sonet and the Seltos. It will be marketed as a lifestyle SUV and will target a different set of buyers looking for a rugged SUV. The SUV is expected to measure around 4 meters in length, which will allow Kia to avail GST benefits on cars under 4 meters in length & engine capacity less than 1.2-Litre. Design & Interior The new Kia Clavis has been spotted testing multiple times in India as well as in South Korea. The spy images reveal a more boxy and rugged styling compared to the Sonet. The design seems inspired from the Telluride, featuring a flatter nose and a flat roof with integrated roof rails. It has big window glass areas, flush-type door handles and dual-tone alloys. The front fascia has the signature Kia grille and a rugged bumper that houses broader air dam and LED headlamps, and front parking sensors. The small SUV will also come with a 360-degree surround-view camera. The rear has a large glass area, and vertically-stacked L-shaped LED tail-lights. The cabin of the new Kia Clavis will have a dual-tone scheme. The dashboard will be dominated by a Creta-like single screen for infotainment and instrument console. The SUV will have dual-tone leatherette seats with ventilated functions, a panoramic sunroof, automatic AC, multi-functional steering wheel and others. The bench-type seat in the rear has adjustable headrests for the side occupants, and an armrest. It comes with rear AC vents, phone charging sockets and 3-point seatbelts for all three occupants.  Specifications - Both ICE and Electric The electric SUV will be offered with both ICE and electric powertrain options. If reports are to be believed, the Kia Clavis could be the brand's first model to feature a hybrid powertrain. The ICE version is expected to share the powertrain options with the Sonet, which includes a 1.2L NA petrol and a 1.0L turbo petrol. Both manual and automatic gearbox options will be on offer. The rugged SUV will only be offered as a front-wheel-drive model. The electric model is likely to be equipped with a battery pack of around 30-35kWh with a front-axle-mounted electric motor. The electric SUV is expected to offer a range of around 350km to 400km on a single charge. Kia Clavis Launch Timeline & Expected Price Likely to be unveiled in India before the end of this year, the new Kia Clavis could be launched in our market in early 2025. The SUV could make its public debut at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Show in January. The ICE version will target the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon and entry-level variants of the VW Taigun & Skoda Kushaq. It is likely to be priced somewhere between Rs 9 lakh and Rs 16 lakh. Also Read: Upcoming Cars and SUVs Launching in April 2024

The Korean automaker Kia is planning to introduce 3 new electric vehicles in the Indian market in the next couple of years. This year, the company will introduce its flagship Kia EV9 3-row electric SUV. Adding to it, Kia will introduce two more mass-market EVs to grab market share in the EV space. The official details about the products are yet to be revealed, but media reports reveal that Kia could launch the Clavis EV and the Carens EV in India. Kia Clavis EV Kia will introduce the Clavis compact SUV in our market sometime in early 2025. The new compact SUV has been caught testing multiple times on the Indian roads. It will be offered with both ICE and EV powertrains. The ICE version will arrive first, while the EV is expected in late 2025. The new model will sit between the Sonet and Seltos, in terms of size. This new electric compact SUV will directly rival the Tata Nexon EV and the Mahindra XUV400. The new Clavis EV is expected to feature around 35kWh to 40kWh battery pack and a front-axle mounted electric motor. It is likely to offer a range of up to 400km on a single charge. The new Kia Clavis will be positioned as a rugged SUV, and will target lifestyle SUV buyers. The new model is likely to be equipped with a 360 degree surround view camera, digital instrument console, powered driver's seat, ventilated front seat and ADAS tech. Kia Carens EV Likely to be launched in 2025 or 2026, the new Kia Carens EV will be a part of Kia's global lineup of 15 EVs by 2027. The Carens EV will be initially launched in India. While details about the electric MPV are yet to be revealed, we expect it to get several high-end features. It is expected to feature a digital instrument console, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, ventilated front seats, and an electric sunroof. The electric MPV is also likely to get a few advanced driver assistance features such as autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, lane assist and others. The new MPV is likely to be fitted with a bigger battery pack with an estimated range of up to 500km on a single charge. Also Read: Jeep Wrangler Facelift Launching Soon - 2 Variants, 5 Colours

Kia Motors India is planning to expand its presence in the electric vehicle (EV) market with its new offerings. According to recent media reports, the car brand intends to roll out two new mass-market EVs in the country within the next 18 months. As disclosed by the company's President & CEO, Ho Sung Song, one of these will be Kia's highly popular model, the Carens. While the details of the second model are still under wraps. Upcoming Kia Cars Reports also suggest that the manufacturer will unveil a mass-market electric SUV possibly named Kia Clavis (internally known as AY-EV) upon its debut in the latter part of 2025. Simultaneously, the brand is preparing to introduce the Carens-based EV, referred to as the KY-EV. What is intriguing is that the South Korean automaker is also set to launch the petrol-powered AY SUV by the first half of 2025. It is believed that they are projecting combined sales of 50,000-60,000 units for both EVs by 2026. Kia Cars: Future Plans in EV Segment Looking ahead, Kia has ambitious plans to release a total of 15 EV models by 2027. This year will witness the debut of the EV3, followed by subsequent launches such as the EV2, EV4, and EV5. These will be targeting major markets for a total of 6 mass-market offerings. Kia Carens: Updated Version Recently, Kia also revealed an updated version of its 3-row MPV, the Carens. With a starting price of Rs 12.11 lakh (ex-showroom), this refreshed model introduces 9 additional variants, bringing the total number to 30. The upgrades include a new diesel engine option, a range of fresh features, and additional exterior colour choices. Also Read: Hyundai Creta Facelift Becomes More Expensive