Question 1

How much does a Kia Carens Clavis EV 2026 cost to buy from IPAS for export?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Carens Clavis EV 2026 is available through IPAS (ipas.express) with 17 variants, priced from $19,800-27,400 USD depending on the trim level and battery pack you choose. IPAS sources brand-new Carens Clavis EV units from India and sells at one transparent price, with volume pricing available for fleet orders. The price is fully transparent. Note that Kia India also markets this car under a Battery-as-a-Service subscription where the chassis alone is quoted at a much lower figure — IPAS always quotes the complete vehicle including the battery, because an exported car has to leave with its pack. To see exact pricing for each variant, visit the Kia Carens Clavis EV page on ipas.express and use the Import Price Calculator for a complete landed cost estimate to your destination country, including customs duty, shipping and insurance.

Question 2

What battery and range options does the Kia Carens Clavis EV have?

Accepted Answer

The Carens Clavis EV is offered with two battery packs. The 42 kWh Standard Range pack produces 135 PS (99 kW) and 255 Nm with an ARAI-certified range of 404 km per charge. The 51.4 kWh Extended Range pack, badged ER, produces 171 PS (126 kW) and the same 255 Nm, with an ARAI-certified range of 490 km. Both drive a single front-mounted motor through a single-speed reduction gear, so all variants are front-wheel drive. ARAI figures are measured on the Indian test cycle and real-world range will be lower, particularly at highway speeds or with a full seven-seat load.

Question 3

How long does the Kia Carens Clavis EV take to charge?

Accepted Answer

On a 100 kW DC fast charger the Carens Clavis EV goes from 10 to 80 percent state of charge in about 39 minutes, on either battery pack. Using the 11 kW AC on-board charger, the 42 kWh pack charges from 10 to 100 percent in roughly four hours. The car uses a CCS2 charging port, which is the standard across India, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and most African and Asian markets, so it will work with the majority of public charging networks outside North America and Japan. Buyers importing into a market with limited DC infrastructure should plan around the AC charging time.

Question 4

How many variants of the Kia Carens Clavis EV are available for export through IPAS?

Accepted Answer

IPAS lists all 17 Carens Clavis EV variants for export. They span 9 trim levels: HTK+, HTX (E) and HTX on the 42 kWh Standard Range pack, and HTX (E) ER, HTX ER, GTX ER, HTX+ ER, GTX+ ER and X-Line ER on the 51.4 kWh Extended Range pack. Most trims are offered in both six-seat (second-row captain seats) and seven-seat layouts, which is why the variant count is higher than the trim count. HTK+ is seven-seat only. Every variant is quoted individually on the vehicle page so you can compare landed cost across trims before committing.

Question 5

Which Kia Carens Clavis EV variant is best for export?

Accepted Answer

For most export buyers the HTX ER strikes the best balance: it pairs the 51.4 kWh Extended Range pack and its 490 km range with ADAS Level 2, the panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting and the air purifier, without the price step up to the GT-line or X-Line trims. If charging infrastructure at the destination is sparse, the extended range pack is worth the premium over the 42 kWh variants regardless of trim. If the vehicle is destined for fleet or shuttle work, the seven-seat HTK+ on the 42 kWh pack is the lowest landed cost entry point. Buyers who want the flagship specification should look at HTX+ ER, which adds V2L power export and the BOSE 8-speaker system.

Question 6

What colours is the Kia Carens Clavis EV available in?

Accepted Answer

The Carens Clavis EV comes in seven single-tone colours, and availability depends on the trim. HTK+ through GTX+ ER are offered in Glacier White Pearl, Ivory Silver Matte, Pewter Olive, Imperial Blue, Gravity Grey and Aurora Black Pearl. The X-Line ER trim has its own two-colour palette of Aurora Black Pearl and Dark Gun Metal, the latter being exclusive to X-Line. Each variant page on ipas.express shows the exact colours available for that specific trim rather than a generic model-wide list.

Question 7

Is the Kia Carens Clavis EV available in left-hand drive (LHD)?

Accepted Answer

No. The Carens Clavis EV is built in India as a right-hand drive vehicle only, which makes it natively compatible with RHD markets such as Kenya, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Australia, New Zealand, Tanzania and Uganda without any steering conversion. IPAS does not offer a steering conversion for this model, so it is not suitable for LHD destinations. For compliance, IPAS handles all export documentation and can advise on homologation requirements for your destination country. Use CarImport.AI at ipas.express to check whether your destination accepts RHD registrations before ordering.

Question 8

What import duty will I pay on a Kia Carens Clavis EV?

Accepted Answer

Import duty on an electric vehicle varies widely by destination and is often materially different from the rate applied to a petrol or diesel car. Many markets apply a concessional or zero duty rate to battery electric vehicles, while others apply the standard passenger-vehicle rate plus VAT and excise. Because the treatment depends on the exact HS classification, battery capacity and the destination's current tariff schedule, IPAS does not publish a single figure. Enter your destination country into the Import Price Calculator on the Kia Carens Clavis EV page, or use CarImport.AI at ipas.express, and the calculator returns the current duty, VAT and any excise or levies as a complete landed cost.

Question 9

How much does it cost to ship a Kia Carens Clavis EV from India?

Accepted Answer

Shipping cost depends on the destination port, the method and the season. As a three-row MPV the Carens Clavis EV measures 4,550 mm long, 1,800 mm wide and 1,708 mm tall, which fits comfortably in a 20-foot container or on a Ro-Ro vessel. IPAS ships from Mumbai Port for this model. Note that lithium battery vehicles carry additional handling and documentation requirements on some routes and a few carriers restrict them, which can narrow sailing options relative to a petrol car. Get an exact figure for your route from the Import Price Calculator on the vehicle page, which prices sea freight, terminal handling, insurance and destination clearance together.

Question 10

Should I use container or RoRo shipping for the Kia Carens Clavis EV?

Accepted Answer

Container shipping gives better protection and is the usual choice for a brand-new electric vehicle, since the car is sealed inside the box and shielded from weather and handling damage in transit. Ro-Ro is generally cheaper and faster to load and discharge, but the vehicle is exposed on a vehicle deck. For an EV the practical consideration is carrier policy: some Ro-Ro operators apply state-of-charge limits or restrictions on lithium battery vehicles, so container may be the only option on certain routes. IPAS quotes both where available so you can compare total landed cost rather than freight alone.

Question 11

Is the Kia Carens Clavis EV a good alternative to a used imported EV?

Accepted Answer

For most buyers, yes. A brand-new Carens Clavis EV arrives with zero kilometres and an unused battery pack, carrying Kia's 8-year / 160,000 km battery coverage from first registration. Battery health is the single largest risk in a used EV purchase and is difficult to verify remotely, so buying new removes the main unknown. The Clavis EV is also a genuine three-row seven-seater, a configuration that is scarce in the used electric market at this price. Against that, a used EV will have a lower purchase price, so the comparison comes down to landed cost against expected remaining battery life.

Question 12

Can I import a Kia Carens Clavis EV to Kenya, Sri Lanka or Nepal?

Accepted Answer

All three are right-hand drive markets, so the Carens Clavis EV is mechanically suitable without conversion. Whether it can be registered depends on each country's current import rules, which for electric vehicles change more often than for petrol cars — several markets have recently revised EV duty concessions, age limits and homologation requirements. Kenya and Sri Lanka both apply vehicle age restrictions that a brand-new vehicle satisfies by definition. Before ordering, run your destination through CarImport.AI at ipas.express, which checks current serviceability and returns a full landed cost, and IPAS will confirm the documentation needed for that specific market.

Spec	Details
Body Type	5-Door Electric MUV
Seating	6-seater / 7-seater
Drivetrain	FWD (front-mounted motor)
Steering	RHD
Powertrain	Battery Electric (BEV)
Battery Options	42 kWh (Standard Range) · 51.4 kWh (Extended Range, "ER")
Transmission	Single-speed reduction gear

Variant	Seating
HTK+	7
HTX (E)	6 / 7
HTX	6 / 7

Variant	Seating
HTX (E) ER	6 / 7
HTX ER	6 / 7
GTX ER	6 / 7
HTX+ ER	6 / 7
GTX+ ER	6 / 7
X-Line ER	6 / 7

Spec	Value
DC Fast Charging	10-80% in 39 minutes (100 kW DC)
AC Charging	11 kW on-board charger — 42 kWh pack 10-100% in approx. 4 hours
Charging Port	CCS2
V2L (Vehicle-to-Load)	Interior and exterior power export (HTX+ ER and above)
Battery Warranty	8 years / 160,000 km

Spec	Value
Length	4,550 mm
Width	1,800 mm
Height	1,708 mm
Wheelbase	2,780 mm
Frunk	25 litres (with cover)
Front Suspension	Independent MacPherson Strut with Coil Springs
Rear Suspension	Non-independent Torsion Beam with Coil Springs
Brakes	Disc (Front & Rear)

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Kia Carens Clavis EV (MY2026) — Complete Variant Guide

At a Glance

Variant Lineup & Core Specs

42 kWh Standard Range — 135 PS (99 kW) | 255 Nm | 404 km ARAI range

51.4 kWh Extended Range (ER) — 171 PS (126 kW) | 255 Nm | 490 km ARAI range

Charging

Dimensions & Performance

Colors Available

HTK+ · HTX (E) · HTX · HTX (E) ER · HTX ER · GTX ER · HTX+ ER · GTX+ ER

X-Line ER

Variant-Wise Features

HTK+ — Base Variant (42 kWh · 7-Seater)

Exterior

Infotainment & Technology

HTX (E) — (42 kWh · 6/7-Seater)

Adds over HTK+

Comfort & Convenience

HTX — (42 kWh · 6/7-Seater)

Adds over HTX (E)

ADAS

Comfort & Convenience

HTX (E) ER — (51.4 kWh · 6/7-Seater)

Adds over HTX (E)

Powertrain

Exterior

HTX ER — (51.4 kWh · 6/7-Seater)

Adds over HTX (E) ER

ADAS

Comfort & Convenience

GTX ER — (51.4 kWh · 6/7-Seater)

Adds over HTX ER

Interior

HTX+ ER — (51.4 kWh · 6/7-Seater)

Adds over HTX ER

Powertrain

Infotainment & Technology

Comfort & Convenience

GTX+ ER — (51.4 kWh · 6/7-Seater)

Adds over GTX ER

Comfort & Convenience

X-Line ER — (51.4 kWh · 6/7-Seater)

Adds over HTX+ ER

Interior

Comfort & Convenience

Key Feature Highlights

Safety

Technology

Comfort

Exterior

Variant Configuration

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Variant Configuration

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Export & Pricing

1How much does a Kia Carens Clavis EV 2026 cost to buy from IPAS for export?

Variants & Specifications

2What battery and range options does the Kia Carens Clavis EV have?

3How long does the Kia Carens Clavis EV take to charge?

4How many variants of the Kia Carens Clavis EV are available for export through IPAS?

5Which Kia Carens Clavis EV variant is best for export?

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