Kia’s Carens Clavis EV now sports a 15‑year, unlimited‑kilometre battery warranty for the first owner—priced from ₹18.04 lakh, it becomes the only MPV in its class with such long‑term protection.
The warranty kicks in from August 1 2026 and covers the high‑voltage pack for a decade without a mileage ceiling, while taxis and fleet units stick to the standard 8‑year or 160,000‑km guarantee. Existing owners can opt for the extension for a one‑time ₹3,400 fee, but only if they meet Kia’s eligibility criteria.
Two battery options sit on the chassis: a 42‑kWh pack that gives about 360 km on a single charge, and a heftier 51.4‑kWh module that pushes the MPV up to 490 km—more than the 410 km range of the MG ZS EV’s 62‑kWh battery and well beyond the 312 km of the Tata Nexon EV’s 45‑kWh pack.
Kia also rolls out a Battery‑as‑a‑Service (BaaS) option that splits the battery cost from the vehicle. The car can be bought for ₹12.88 lakh, and the battery is rented at ₹3.30 per km—a move that cuts the upfront burden and spreads the cost over your daily travel.
For the Indian MPV market, the price sits between the Hyundai Venue’s ₹16 lakh and the more premium Kia Seltos, but the Carens’ added space and the 15‑year warranty give it a compelling edge for families who plan to keep the vehicle long term.
Dealers will start taking orders on August 1 2026, with the first deliveries expected in the metros before reaching tier‑2 cities. Keep an eye on whether Kia expands the unlimited‑kilometre warranty to fleet customers and on any future battery‑size updates.