2026 Kia Carens Clavis brings new GT-Line, X-Line trims and added features

GTKia India has launched MY2026 updates to the Carens Clavis, expanding the ICE-powered MPV lineup with new GT-Line and X-Line trims while adding more features across the mid-range variants. The latest changes aim to renew the three-row model’s appeal within its segment. With the update, the 2026 Carens Clavis comes priced from ₹11.20 lakh, while the new variants start at ₹19.80 lakh (both ex-showroom).

Engine	Seating Configuration	Trim	Transmission	Price (INR)
SmartStream Petrol (G1.5)	7-Seater	HTE	6MT	11,20,900
	7-Seater	HTE(O)	6MT	12,16,900
	7-Seater	HTE EX	6MT	12,67,900
SmartStream Petrol (G1.5T)	7-Seater	HTE(O)	6MT	12,99,900
	7-Seater	HTE EX	6MT	13,54,900
	7-Seater	HTK+	6MT	15,17,990
	7-Seater	HTK+(O)	6MT	16,19,900
	7-Seater	HTX	6MT	17,85,900
	7-Seater	HTX+	6MT	18,81,900
	7-Seater	HTX	iMT	18,14,900
	7-Seater	HTX+	iMT	19,10,900
	7-Seater	HTK+	7DCT	16,62,900
	7-Seater	HTK+(O)	7DCT	17,63,900
	7-Seater	GTX	7DCT	19,80,900
	7-Seater	HTX(O)	7DCT	19,39,900
	7-Seater	HTX(O) A	7DCT	19,85,900
	7-Seater	HTX+	7DCT	20,84,900
	7-Seater	GTX+	7DCT	21,56,900
	7-Seater	X-Line	7DCT	21,56,900
	6-Seater	HTX+	6MT	18,81,900
	6-Seater	HTX+	iMT	19,10,900
	6-Seater	HTK+	7DCT	16,62,900
	6-Seater	HTK+(O)	7DCT	17,63,900
	6-Seater	GTX	7DCT	19,80,900
	6-Seater	HTX(O)	7DCT	19,39,900
	6-Seater	HTX(O) A	7DCT	19,85,900
	6-Seater	HTX+	7DCT	20,84,900
	6-Seater	GTX+	7DCT	21,56,900
	6-Seater	X-Line	7DCT	21,56,900
Diesel (D1.5)	7-Seater	HTE	6MT	13,13,900
	7-Seater	HTE(O)	6MT	14,14,900
	7-Seater	HTE EX	6MT	14,65,900
	7-Seater	HTK+	6MT	16,21,900
	7-Seater	HTK+(O)	6MT	16,99,900
	7-Seater	HTX	6MT	18,78,900
	7-Seater	HTK+	6AT	17,34,900
	6-Seater	HTK+	6AT	17,34,900

As part of the changes, the HTK+ variant now comes equipped with an electric sunroof. Higher up the range, the MPV gets additional features from HTK+(O) onwards, adding a panoramic sunroof, LED headlamps and a dashcam. Kia has also introduced a new HTX(O)A variant with a Level 2 ADAS suite, making advanced safety features available at a lower price point.

2026 Kia Carens Clavis: GT-Line and X-Line trims

The updated lineup further includes new GT-Line trims in GTX and GTX+ variants, along with an X-Line trim, and all are offered with the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. The GT-Line carries cosmetic changes to set itself apart, including blacked-out roof rails and ORVMs, revised front bumpers with body-coloured inserts, LED fog lamps, new alloy wheels, lime-coloured brake calipers and metal pedals. The X-Line trim adopts an exclusive Dark Gun Metal exterior finish, along with Aurora Black Pearl.

Both GT-Line and X-Line variants also offer the option of a 6-seater setup with captain seats in the second row for enhanced passenger comfort, as well as features like Digital Key.

The MY26 update also introduces Idle Stop-Go (ISG) technology to improve efficiency in urban driving conditions.

2026 Kia Carens Clavis: Powertrain options

The Carens Clavis continues to be offered with multiple powertrain options, including a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. Transmission choices include manual, iMT, 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and a 6-speed torque converter automatic.

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