Kia Carens Clavis vs Kia Seltos - Which One Should You Buy

Kia Carens Clavis vs Kia Seltos Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Kia Carens Clavis and Kia Seltos Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Kia Carens Clavis comes in 37 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹11.23 Lakh. The cheapest variant, HTE, costs ₹11.23 Lakh, while the top-end variant, GTX Plus Turbo 6Str DCT, is priced at ₹21.67 Lakh. The Kia Seltos comes in 44 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹11 Lakh. The cheapest variant, HTE, costs ₹11 Lakh, while the top-end variant, GTX (O) Diesel AT, is priced at ₹21.82 Lakh.

Specification	Kia Carens Clavis	Kia Seltos
Price	₹11.23 Lakh	₹11.00 Lakh
Engine	1497 cc Smartstream G1.5 Petrol	1497 cc SmartStream G1.5 Petrol
Mileage	15.34 kmpl	-
Transmission	6-Speed MT	6-Speed

Price

₹11.23 Lakh

₹11.00 Lakh

Engine

1497 cc Smartstream G1.5 Petrol

1497 cc SmartStream G1.5 Petrol

Mileage

15.34 kmpl

Transmission

6-Speed MT

6-Speed

Kia Carens Clavis

₹ 11.23 Lakh

HTE

Kia Seltos

₹ 11 Lakh

HTE

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Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

113bhp@6300rpm

Max Torque

143.8Nm@4500rpm

144Nm@4500rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

2WD

Performance Specifications

Paddle Shifters

Not Available

Fuel Specifications

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

47 Litres

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Petrol Mileage (ARAI)

15.34 kmpl

Dimensions and Design

Ground Clearance

195 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

195 mm

Height

1708 mm

1635 mm

Length

4550 mm

4460 mm

Wheelbase

2780 mm

2690 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

447 Litres

Seating Capacity

6, 7

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Tyre Size

195/ 65 R15

205/65 R16

Tyre Type

Radial Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Not Available

Wheel Size

16 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Column

Tilt

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Not Available

Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Theft Alarm

Anti Theft Device

Interior Features

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Not Available

Upholstery

Leatherette

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height only

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Antenna

Pole Type

Shark Fin

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Digital Cluster Size

4.2 Inch Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Fog Lights

Not Available

Led Drls

Not Available

Led Fog Lamps

Not Available

Led Headlamps

Not Available

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Kia Carens Clavis - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,98,160

Interest: 9.5%

₹85,325

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,24,540

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹18,863/month

Kia Seltos - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,79,921

Interest: 9.5%

₹83,592

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,19,980

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹18,480/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Kia Carens Clavis

Distinctive exterior design with strong SUV cues.
Premium and feature-rich interior, enhanced by dual 12.3-inch screens and new colour themes.

Things We Like in Kia Seltos

Very handsome design, rivaling Sierra on some aspects
Two Petrol and 1 diesel engine on offer

Things We Don't Like in Kia Carens Clavis

Third-row space is best suited for children or short distances.
The touch-sensitive HVAC panel may require an adjustment period.

Things We Don't Like in Kia Seltos

Its a design refresh with no notable engine upgrades and no AWD
Why does US gets 190 hp engine and we don't?

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Car News

Kia Plans to Bring Sonet and Carens Clavis Hybrids to India Before 2030

At Kia's 2026 CEO Investor Day, president Ho Sung Song confirmed strong hybrid powertrains for the Sonet and Carens Clavis in India by 2029, a new locally developed B-segment electric SUV, and the Carnival hybrid arriving this year.

Arjun Nair

August 21, 2026