Kia Seltos 2023-2025 vs Kia Carens Clavis - Which One Should You Buy

Kia Seltos 2023-2025 vs Kia Carens Clavis Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Kia Seltos 2023-2025 and Kia Carens Clavis Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The discontinued Kia Seltos 2023-2025 was previously offered in 45 variants. It came with a Petrol and Diesel engine option paired with a manual or automatic setup based on the chosen trim. When it was last on sale, prices started at ₹10.90 Lakh for the lower variants and went up to ₹19.79 Lakh for the fully equipped version. 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 ₹21.59 Lakh.

Specification	Kia Seltos 2023-2025	Kia Carens Clavis
Price	₹10.90 Lakh	₹11.23 Lakh
Engine	1497 cc SmartStream G1.5 Petrol	1497 cc Smartstream G1.5 Petrol
Mileage	17 kmpl	15.34 kmpl
Transmission	6-Speed	6-Speed MT

Price

₹10.90 Lakh

₹11.23 Lakh

Engine

1497 cc SmartStream G1.5 Petrol

1497 cc Smartstream G1.5 Petrol

Mileage

17 kmpl

15.34 kmpl

Transmission

6-Speed

6-Speed MT

Kia Seltos 2023-2025

₹ 10.90 Lakh

HTE

Kia Carens Clavis

₹ 11.23 Lakh

HTE

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Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

113.42bhp@6300rpm

113bhp@6300rpm

Max Torque

144Nm@4500rpm

143.8Nm@4500rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

2WD

FWD

Performance Specifications

Paddle Shifters

Not Available

Fuel Specifications

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 Litres

45 Litres

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Petrol Mileage (ARAI)

17 kmpl

15.34 kmpl

Dimensions and Design

Ground Clearance

195 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

195 mm

Height

1645 mm

1708 mm

Length

4365 mm

4550 mm

Wheelbase

2610 mm

2780 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

433 Litres

Seating Capacity

6, 7

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Tyre Size

205/65 R16

195/ 65 R15

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

Additional Features

Front Map Lamp,Silver Painted Door Handles,High Mount Stop Lamp,Silver Dashboard Garnish

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Not Available

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Not Available

Upholstery

Fabric

Leatherette

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height only

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Antenna

Shark Fin

Pole Type

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Digital Cluster Size

4.2 Inch Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Fog Lights

Not Available

Halogen Headlamps

Led Drls

Not Available

Led Fog Lamps

Not Available

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

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

Kia Seltos 2023-2025 - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,71,920

Interest: 9.5%

₹82,832

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,17,980

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹18,312/month

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

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Kia Seltos 2023-2025

Very rich feature set with premium materials even in the base models
Turbo petrol engine makes 160 hp!! And has a DCT option

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 Don't Like in Kia Seltos 2023-2025

No safety rating
Laggy 360 degree camera

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.

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Kia Seltos 2023-2025

HTE

₹10.90 Lakh

Kia Carens Clavis

HTE

₹11.23 Lakh

Kia Seltos 2023-2025

₹10.90 Lakh

HTE

Kia Carens Clavis

₹11.23 Lakh

HTE

Kia Seltos 2023-2025 vs Kia Carens Clavis - Which One Should You Buy

Engine and Performance

Performance Specifications

Fuel Specifications

Dimensions and Design

Interior Specifications

Wheels & Tires

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Safety Features

Interior Features

Comfort & Convenience

Infotainment Features

Exterior Features

Brochure

EMI Cost Comparison

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Kia Seltos 2023-2025

Things We Like in Kia Carens Clavis

Things We Don't Like in Kia Seltos 2023-2025

Things We Don't Like in Kia Carens Clavis

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