Kia India has strengthened its electric vehicle ownership proposition by introducing a 15-year, unlimited-kilometer high-voltage battery warranty for the Carens Clavis EV. Applicable to qualifying new private vehicles retailed from August 1, 2026, the programme targets one of buyers’ biggest concerns: long-term battery replacement costs. The Kia Carens Clavis EV Battery Warranty also gives eligible existing owners an opportunity to upgrade from their original coverage.
Combined with Battery as a Service, expanding public charging access and a nationwide EV-ready service network, the policy positions the electric MPV as a reassuring option for families considering a long-term transition to cleaner mobility.
The Kia Carens Clavis EV Battery Warranty provides 15 years of high-voltage battery coverage with unlimited kilometers to the first private owner of an eligible vehicle retailed on or after August 1, 2026. Coverage applies if usable battery capacity drops below 70% of its original level. Conditions and exclusions apply.
What Does the New Lifetime Battery Warranty Cover?
Kia is describing the new programme as a “Lifetime” battery warranty. In practical terms, it provides high-voltage battery coverage for 15 years without imposing a kilometre limit.
The policy is designed to reduce concerns about long-term battery degradation and potentially expensive battery repairs or replacements. However, buyers should note that the warranty is subject to specific eligibility requirements rather than being an unconditional lifetime guarantee.
Key warranty details at a glance
- Coverage period: 15 years
- Distance limit: Unlimited kilometers
- Effective date: August 1, 2026
- Eligible vehicles: New Carens Clavis EVs with private registration
- Eligible customer: First registered private owner
- Battery-health threshold: Coverage applies when capacity falls below 70%
- Commercial vehicles: Not eligible
- Standard vehicle warranty: Three years with unlimited kilometers
Kia Carens Clavis EV Battery Warranty: Important Conditions
The extended protection is restricted to the first private owner. If the vehicle is sold, the new owner will not retain the 15-year, unlimited-kilometer benefit. Instead, battery coverage will revert to the standard warranty of eight years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first.
Fleet vehicles, taxis, and other commercially registered Carens Clavis EVs are also excluded from the programme. These vehicles will continue to receive the standard battery warranty.
Another important condition concerns battery degradation. The warranty is expected to cover the battery when its usable capacity falls below 70% of the original capacity, subject to inspection, warranty terms, and Kia’s prescribed maintenance requirements.
Owners should read the complete warranty document to understand exclusions related to accidental damage, unauthorized repairs, improper charging, misuse, and failure to follow the recommended service schedule.
Existing Owners Can Upgrade Their Battery Coverage
Customers who bought a Carens Clavis EV before August 1, 2026, have not been completely excluded. Eligible private owners can apply to extend their original eight-year or 160,000 km battery warranty to the new 15-year, unlimited-kilometer plan.
The upgrade reportedly requires a one-time administrative payment of ₹3,400. Approval remains subject to Kia’s eligibility requirements and an evaluation by an authorized dealership.
Existing owners should contact their nearest Kia dealership to confirm:
- Whether their vehicle qualifies for the upgrade
- The inspection and documentation requirements
- Applicable exclusions and transfer conditions
- The process for paying the administrative fee
- Whether the vehicle’s service history affects eligibility
Standard Vehicle Warranty Remains Unchanged
The extended policy applies exclusively to the high-voltage traction battery. It does not increase the warranty period for the entire vehicle.
The standard vehicle warranty remains three years with unlimited kilometers. Components such as the infotainment system, suspension, air-conditioning equipment, and other electrical or mechanical parts will remain governed by their respective warranty conditions.
Kia Offers Battery as a Service for Greater Flexibility
Alongside the extended warranty, Kia is offering a Battery as a Service model for the Carens Clavis EV. Under BaaS, customers can rent the high-voltage battery instead of paying its complete cost as part of the vehicle’s upfront price.
This arrangement can lower the initial acquisition cost and make the electric MPV more accessible. Buyers will, however, need to account for the recurring battery-rental charges when calculating the vehicle’s total long-term ownership cost.
Customers considering BaaS should compare the upfront savings against the rental fee, expected monthly usage, contract conditions, and ownership period before making a decision. Know more about BAAS in electric vehicles
K-Charge Provides Access to Over 20,300 Charging Points
Kia is also expanding its charging ecosystem to make EV ownership more convenient. Its K-Charge platform provides access to more than 20,300 charging points operated by 23 charging providers.
Available through the MyKia mobile application and Kia India’s online platform, the service allows users to:
- Locate compatible public charging stations
- Check directions to charging locations
- Access chargers operated by multiple providers
- Make charging payments through one platform
- Plan journeys with better charging visibility
This integrated approach reduces the need to use separate applications for different charging networks.
If you want to know more about the Kia Carens Clavis EV, see the table below
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| Name | KIA Carens Clavis EV | KIA Carens Clavis EV | KIA Carens Clavis EV | KIA Carens Clavis EV |
| Model | HTX+ ER 51.4 kWh | HTX ER 51.4 kWh | HTX 42 kWh | HTX+ 42 kWh |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 | 2025 | 2025 |
| Price | ₹24,49,000 | ₹22,49,000 | ₹20,49,000 | ₹17,99,000 |
Powertrain ⯆ | ||||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Pack | 51.4 kWh | 51.4 kWh | 42 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Electric Motor Type | PSM | PSM | PSM | PSM |
| Electric Motor Max Power (bhp@rpm/KW) | 126 kw | 126 kw | 99 kw | 99 kw |
| Electric Motor Max Torque (nm@rpm) | 255 Nm | 255 Nm | 255 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Number of Electric Motor | ||||
| Dedicated Hybrid Engine | ||||
| Engine Max. Power (kW@rpm) | ||||
| Engine Max. Torque (Nm@rpm) | ||||
| Fuel Tank capacity (L) | ||||
| Fuel Type | ||||
| Transmission | ||||
Charging Info ⯆ | ||||
| AC charging time (0-100% SoC) | 4h 45 min with 11kW AC Fast Charger | 4h 45 min with 11kW AC Fast Charger | 4h with 11kW AC Fast Charger | 4h with 11kW AC Fast Charger |
| DC charging time (0-100% SoC) | ||||
| Charging Port | CCS- 2 | CCS- 2 | ||
| Charging Options | AC Fast Charging, DC Fast Charging, Kia K-Charge Platform | AC Fast Charging, DC Fast Charging, Kia K-Charge Platform | ||
| Charging Time (15/16 A Plug Point) | ||||
| Wireless Mobile Charging | ||||
| AC Portable Charger | Portable Charging Cable | Portable Charging Cable | ||
| Home Charger | ||||
| Charging Limiter | ||||
| Scheduled Charging & Scheduled Cabin Conditioning | ||||
| AC charging time (0-80% SoC) | ||||
| AC charging time (20-80% SoC) | ||||
| DC charging time (20-80% SoC) | ||||
| DC charging time (0-80% SoC) | 39 min with 100kW DC Fast Charger | 39 min with 100kW DC Fast Charger | 39 min with 100kW DC Fast Charger | 39 min with 100kW DC Fast Charger |
| Charger type / charging standard | ||||
| DC charging time (10-80% SoC) | ||||
Warranty ⯆ | ||||
| Battery Warranty | ||||
| Motor Warranty | ||||
| Vehicle Warranty | ||||
| Tyre Warranty | ||||
| Home Charger Warranty | ||||
| Portable Charger Warranty | ||||
Learn More ⯆ | ||||
| Read more | ||||
| Watch Video | ||||
Pricing ⯆ | ||||
| Ex Showroom Price | 2449000 | 2249000 | 2049000 | 1799000 |
Comfort & Convenience ⯆ | ||||
| Push Start | ||||
| Frunk Space (litres) | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L with cover |
| Boot Space (litres) | ||||
| Auto Headlamps | ||||
| Rain Sensing Wipers | ||||
| 2nd row AC vents | ||||
| Seat Belt Adjustment | ||||
| Console Storage Cooling | ||||
| Seat Recline | 4-Way Power Driver Seat | 4-Way Power Driver Seat | 4-Way Power Driver Seat | 4-Way Power Driver Seat |
| Auto AC | ||||
| Door Glass | ||||
| Power Adjusted Driver Seat | No, Manual | |||
| Power Adjusted Co-Driver Seat | ||||
| Electric adjust ORVM | ||||
| Power fold ORVM | ||||
| ORVM Auto Dip on Reverse | ||||
| Auto Dimming IRVM | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
| Ventilated Rear Seats | ||||
| Door Handles | Body Colored Door Handles | |||
| Window Sun Shades | ||||
| One Touch Driver Power Window | ||||
| Parcel Shelf | ||||
| Front Row Arm Rest with Storage | ||||
| 2nd Row Arm Rest with Cup Holder | Yes, without cupholders | Yes, without cupholders | ||
| Magzine Pockets for Rear Passengers | ||||
| Bottle Holder | ||||
| Umbrella Holder | ||||
| Heads Up Display (augmented reality HUD) | ||||
| 2nd Row Recline | ||||
| Soft Wrapped Dashboard & Door Trims | ||||
| Keep, Pet & Camp Modes (climate control) | ||||
| Interior Device Charging Port | ||||
| Power Socket in Boot | ||||
| ISOFIX Rear Seats | ||||
| ESP | ||||
| Door Open Alert (DOA) | ||||
| Autonomous Emergency Steering (AES) | ||||
| Evasive Steering Assist (ESA) | ||||
| Emergency Lane Keep Assist | ||||
| Highway Assist (including driver initiated auto lane change) | ||||
| Rear Collision Warning (RCW) | ||||
Technology ⯆ | ||||
| Screen Size | 31.12 cm (12.25“) HD Display Instrument Cluste | 31.12 cm (12.25“) HD Display Instrument Cluste | 31.12 cm (12.25“) HD Display Instrument Cluste | 31.12 cm (12.25“) HD Display Instrument Cluste |
| Chipset & Memory | ||||
| Wireless Technology | Apple Carplay And Android Auto | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Connectivity | Amazon Alexa for home-to-car connectivity | Amazon Alexa for home-to-car connectivity | 85+ smart features including Amazon Alexa for home-to-car connectivity | 85+ smart features including Amazon Alexa for home-to-car connectivity |
| Apps | ||||
| BYOD ( Bring your own Device) | ||||
| Connected Features | Amazon Alexa for home-to-car connectivity, smartphone or smartwatch | Amazon Alexa for home-to-car connectivity, smartphone or smartwatch | Amazon Alexa for home-to-car connectivity, smartphone or smartwatch | Bluetooth connectivity, Wireless phone projection, Kia Connect |
| Speakers | BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers | BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers | 4 Speakers & 2 Tweeters | 4 Speakers & 2 Tweeters |
| Dolby Atmos | ||||
| Voice Commands | ||||
| NFC Key | ||||
| Passive Keyless Entry (PKE) | ||||
| Auto Park | ||||
| Video calling with in-car camera | ||||
| AIR Purifier | Yes with AQI Display | Yes with AQI Display | Yes with AQI Display | |
| Internet Connectivity | ||||
| Power Tailgate with Gesture Control | ||||
| Tailgate Ajar Warning | ||||
| Vechicle to Vehicle Charging | ||||
| Vehicle to Load Charging | ||||
| Heater | ||||
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | ||||
| Memory Function Seats | 4-Way Power Driver Seat | |||
| LightMeUp (ambient lights) | 64 Color Ambient Lighting | 64 Color Ambient Lighting | 64 Color Ambient Lighting | |
| OTA Updates (infotainment & maps) | ||||
| OTA Updates (vehicle features) | ||||
| OTA Updates (ePowertrain) | ||||
| Ecosense & Driving Analytics | ||||
| App Store | ||||
| Music & Calling Connectivity | ||||
Safety ⯆ | ||||
| Airbags | Front Dual Airbags | Front Dual Airbags | Front Dual Airbags | 6 airbags (1 driver airbag, 1 front passenger airbag, 2 curtain airbag, 1 driver side airbag, and 1 front passenger side airbag) |
| Body Shell | ||||
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | Disc | Disc |
| Brake Technology | ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) | ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) | ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) | ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) |
| EyeDentity (driver & occupant Monitoring) | ||||
| EPB (electric park brake) | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensor | ||||
| Front Parking Sensor | ||||
| Radar | ||||
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Dynamic Assistance | Yes, with Dynamic Assistance | Yes, with Dynamic Assistance | Yes, with Dynamic Assistance |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | ||||
| Fog Lamps | Yes, LED | Yes, LED | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Cornering Lamps | ||||
| Auto Headlamps | ||||
| Auto Booster Lamps | ||||
| 360 Degree Camera | ||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | Yes, in Cluster | Yes, in Cluster | Yes, in Cluster | Yes, in Cluster |
| Secure 360 - Live View & Recording | ||||
| Rear Defogger | ||||
| Windshield Auto Defogging | ||||
| Central Locking | ||||
| Child Safety Locks | ||||
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | ||||
| Brake Assist | ||||
| ADAS | Level 2 | Level 2 | Level 2 | |
| Forward Collision Warning System (FCW) | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking System (AEB) | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning System (LDW) | ||||
| Lane Keep Assist System (LKA) | ||||
| Lane Sway Alert (LSA) | ||||
| Lane Centering Function (LCF) | ||||
| Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) | ||||
| Front Vehicle Start Alert (FVSA) | ||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | ||||
| Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (iACC) | ||||
| Smart Pilot Assist (SPA) | ||||
| Risk Mitigation Support | ||||
| High Beam Assist (HBA) | ||||
| Forward Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) | ||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | ||||
| Find My Car | ||||
| Geo-Fencing | ||||
| Live Location Sharing & Tracking | ||||
Design ⯆ | ||||
| Driving Space | ||||
| Illuminated Logo | Kia Logo Projection | Kia Logo Projection | Kia Logo Projection | Kia Logo Projection |
| Headlamps & DRL | LED | LED | Ice Cube MFR LED Headlamps & LED DRLs | Ice Cube MFR LED Headlamps & LED DRLs |
| Tail Lamps | LED | LED | LED | LED |
| Upholstery | Leatherette | Leatherette | Leatherette | Leatherette |
| Wheels | Crystal Cut Dual Tone Aero Alloy | Crystal Cut Dual Tone Aero Alloy | Crystal Cut Dual Tone Aero Alloy | Alloy |
| Spare Wheel | 125/ 80 D16 (16”) | 125/ 80 D16 (16”) | 125/ 80 D16 (16”) | 125/ 80 D16 (16”) |
| Cladding | ||||
| Sunroof | Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof | Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof | Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof | |
| Steering Wheel | Double D-Cut Dual Tone Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel | Double D-Cut Steering Wheel | ||
| Cap Touch Switches | ||||
| Steering Wheel & E-shifter | Double D-Cut Dual Tone Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel | Double D-Cut Dual Tone Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel | Double D-Cut Dual Tone Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel | Double D-Cut Dual Tone Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Mood Lighting | ||||
| Night Trail - Carpet Lamps | ||||
| Sequential Turn Indicators | ||||
| Start Up / Good bye Animations | ||||
| Center Tail Lamp with Animations | ||||
| Integrated Antenna | Shark Fin | Shark Fin | Shark Fin | Shark Fin |
| Length (mm) | 4550 | 4550 | ||
| Width (mm) | 1800 | 1800 | ||
| Height (mm) | 1730 | 1730 | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2780 | 2780 | ||
| Ground Clearance (mm) | ||||
| Vanity Mirror | ||||
| Rear Reading Lamp | ||||
| Rear Seat Headrest | ||||
| Cup Holders | ||||
| Digital Cluster | 31.12 cm (12.25“) HD Display Instrument Cluste | 31.12 cm (12.25“) HD Display Instrument Cluste | 31.12 cm (12.25“) HD Display Instrument Cluste | 31.12 cm (12.25“) HD Display Instrument Cluste |
| Body Type | (MPV) | (MPV) | (MPV) | (MPV) |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| No. of Doors | 5 | 5 | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Yes, with LED High Mount Stop Lamp | Yes, with LED High Mount Stop Lamp | Yes, with LED High Mount Stop Lamp | Yes, with LED High Mount Stop Lamp |
| Electrically Deployed Front Door Handles | Body Colored Door Handles | Body Colored Door Handles | Body Colored Door Handles | Body Colored Door Handles |
| Premium Finish Exterior Cladding | ||||
| Rear Seating Dimensions L× W (inch.) | ||||
| Front Seating Dimensions L× W (inch.) | ||||
Performance ⯆ | ||||
| Steering Type & Column | Electric Power Steering Wheel with Tilt & Telescopic Adjust | Electric Power Steering Wheel with Tilt & Telescopic Adjust | Electric Power Steering Wheel with Tilt & Telescopic Adjust | Electric Power Steering & Tilt Adjust |
| Steering Adjustment | ||||
| Turning Radius (Metres) | ||||
| Drive Modes | [Eco/ Normal/ Spor | [Eco/ Normal/ Spor | Eco/ Normal/ Sport | Eco/ Normal/ Sport |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | ||||
| Single Pedal Drive | ||||
| Virtual Engine Sound | ||||
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring |
| Suspension Damper Type | ||||
| Shock Absorbers Type | ||||
| Technology | Shift By Wire | |||
| Road Vibrations | ||||
| Tyre Type & Size | 215/ 55 R17 – 43.66cm (17”) | 215/ 55 R17 – 43.66cm (17”) | 215/ 60 R16 – 40.56cm (16”) | 215/ 60 R16 – 40.56cm (16”) |
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Boost Mode | ||||
| Performance Dashboard | Dark Metal Paint Dashboard with Black Metal Garnish | Dark Metal Paint Dashboard with Black Metal Garnish | ||
| 1-100 Km Acceleration (Sec) | ||||
| Top Speed | ||||
| Real World Range | ||||
| ARAI Range | 490 | 490 | 404 | 404 |
| Combined ARAI Range | ||||
| Real World Combined Range | ||||
Sources: All the specifications are from the official page.
Kia Expands Its EV Service and Charging Network
Kia’s wider EV support infrastructure includes high-speed DC chargers at more than 129 dealerships and over 275 EV-ready workshops.
The company’s overall customer-support footprint comprises more than 900 service touchpoints across 400 cities. This network will be particularly important for customers who require battery diagnostics, warranty inspections, charging assistance, or specialized EV maintenance.
Why This Warranty Matters for EV Buyers
Battery durability, replacement expenses, and resale value remain major considerations for Indian EV buyers. By extending battery protection to 15 years without a kilometre restriction, Kia is attempting to address these concerns directly.
The programme could especially benefit private owners with high annual running who might otherwise reach a conventional kilometer-based warranty limit relatively quickly. However, its first-owner restriction means the impact on used Carens Clavis EV buyers and resale values may be limited.
Final Verdict
The Kia Carens Clavis EV Battery Warranty is a significant ownership initiative, combining long-term battery protection with unlimited kilometres. Its value is strengthened by the BaaS option, K-Charge access, and Kia’s growing EV service infrastructure.
Nevertheless, buyers must understand the fine print. The benefit is limited to qualifying first private owners; commercial vehicles are excluded, and the 15-year cover does not transfer unchanged when the vehicle is sold. Subject to these conditions, the programme could make long-term Carens Clavis EV ownership considerably more reassuring.
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