Kia India has announced a major booking milestone for its latest launched Carens Clavis and Carens Clavis EV. The Kia Carens Clavis nameplate has crossed 21,000 bookings in a little less than 4 months. The achievement showcases Kia’s strong position in the Indian automotive segment, catering to both traditional ICE customers and EV adopters.Offering advanced safety, premium features, and versatile design, the Carens Clavis EV is turning heads even with the tough competition against Tata Harrier EV.Mr Joonsu Cho , Chief Sales Officer, Kia India, said, “We are thrilled with the overwhelming response for our Carens Clavis and Clavis EV models. This strong demand is a testament to the trust customers place in Kia and reinforces our commitment to bringing innovation, safety, and comfort in our vehicles.”Kia Carens Clavis EVWith a futuristic design, strong performance, and an impressive set of tech features, the Carens Clavis EV is Kia’s big leap into the electric family SUV segment in India. Bookings open from 22nd July , with prices starting at ₹17.99 lakh (ex-showroom, all India).Performance & BatteryThe Carens Clavis EV delivers robust performance with the following specs:171 PS power and 255 Nm torque0-100 km/h in 8.4 seconds4-level regenerative brakingShift-by-wire gear leverV2V (Vehicle to Vehicle) and V2L (Vehicle to Load) charging supportBattery safety: IP67-rated, 420 mm water wading capacity, 200 mm ground clearanceFrunk space: 25 litersBoot space: 216 liters and expandable up to 645 litersBattery Options & Range:51.4 kWh Battery – 490 km claimed range42 kWh Battery – 404 km claimed rangeCharging:10% to 80% in just 39 minutes using a 100 kW DC fast chargerCompatible with 7.4 kW and 11 kW AC home chargersInterior FeaturesKia has packed the Carens Clavis EV with segment-leading tech and comfort features:Dual panoramic display (26.62 inches)Level 2 ADAS with 20 safety features, smart cruise control & lane keep assist360° camera with blind spot detection, electronic parking brake with auto holdBose 8-speaker premium audio system64-color ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, powered driver seat, wireless phone charger, panoramic sunroofBoss mode, floating centre console, adjustable cup holders, and air purifier1-touch electric tumble for 2nd-row seatsAnd to top it off, the Carens Clavis EV comes with 90 connected car features for a truly smart mobility experience.Exterior HighlightsA bold and futuristic look is the highlight of the Carens Clavis EV:Digital Tiger Face GrilleICE Cube LED headlamps & fog lampsConnected Star Map LED DRLs and taillamps17-inch crystal-cut dual-tone alloy wheels