Kia Carens, Carens Clavis Launched in India with Factory-Fitted CNG, Starting From Rs 12.11 Lakh

The Indian division of the South Korean automaker Kia has today launched the factory-fitted CNG version of Carens and Carens Clavis MPVs in the country. The Carens CNG is priced at Rs 12.11 lakh, while the Carens Clavis CNG starts from Rs 12.38 lakh (both prices are ex-showroom). Both models are available with a 1.5-litre Smartstream petrol-CNG engine paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Both models miss out on CNG automatic variants.

The new CNG variants are positioned as additional powertrain options for buyers looking for three-row vehicles for daily commuting and family use. Kia has integrated the CNG system at the factory while retaining the spare wheel and the existing three-row configuration.

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The Kia Carens CNG is available in the Premium (O) variant. The Carens Clavis CNG is offered in two variants - HTE and HTE (O). Check out detailed model and variant-wise prices of the CNG variants:

Both the Carens CNG and Carens Clavis CNG use the Smartstream G1.5 engine with a 6-speed manual transmission. In CNG mode, the engine develops 96PS and 123 Nm of torque.

The factory-fitted CNG variants come with a CNG fuel change switch and a 4.2-inch colour TFT MID with CNG-specific Distance to Empty (DTE) information. Other changes include a modified third-row seat-back frame. Kia says the revised third-row frame provides an increased recline angle for passengers. One of the key aspects of the CNG installation is that Kia has retained the spare tyre despite integrating the CNG kit into the vehicles.

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Atul Sood, Senior Vice President – Marketing & Sales, Kia India, said, “India is a diverse market where customers have distinct mobility requirements, and our approach is to offer them the powertrain that best complements their lifestyle and usage. CNG continues to be an important consideration for a growing set of customers seeking an efficient and practical mobility solution. By introducing factory-fitted CNG options on the Carens and Carens Clavis, we are responding to this demand with an integrated offering backed by Kia. Both models have established a strong proposition around space, comfort and family-focused practicality, and the addition of CNG further broadens their appeal while giving customers greater freedom to choose.”