2025 Kia Carens Clavis Mid-spec HTK Plus Variant Explained In 20 Images

The HTK Plus is the only variant in the entire Clavis lineup to come with a diesel-automatic powertrain 

The 2025 Kia Carens Clavis has been recently revealed and it is offered in a total of seven broad variants: HTE, HTE(O), HTK, HTK Plus, HTK Plus (O), HTX and HTX Plus. In this article, we take a closer look at the mid-spec HTK Plus variant of the Carens Clavis using real-life images.

Front

The 2025 Kia Carens Clavis features a standout design that sets it apart from its sibling, the Carens. It has a tall and upright fascia that gives it an SUV-like look. At the front, it gets a blanked-off nose with triangular housings for the headlights.

The HTK Plus variant comes with halogen projector headlights, unlike the triple-pod LED units offered in higher variants. However, it does get the inverted L-shaped LED DRLs that frame the headlights. These DRLs are connected by a silver insert, and the Kia logo is placed on the bonnet. The thick black bumper gives it a rugged look, with some contrast offered by the silver skid plate.

Side

By the side, the Carens Clavis HTK Plus looks stylish. It runs on 16-inch steel wheels with styled covers that mimic the look of alloys. That said, the higher variants do get 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. The mid-spec Clavis gets body-coloured outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs) with integrated turn indicators, pull-type door handles and silver roof rails. 

There’s a fine black body cladding that continues to the wheel arches and flows into the bumpers. A sculpted shoulder line is present above both the wheel arches, giving it character. The glass area also has a slim chrome garnish for a premium look. A slim blacked out element on the C-pillar as well as completely black A- and B-pillars gives the roof a floating effect. 

Rear

The HTK Plus variant of the Carens Clavis gets connected LED taillights, rear wiper, washer and defogger in the lineup. It also has a sporty touch in the form of the roof-mounted spoiler. A shark-fin antenna sits on top, and the rear bumper features a silver skid plate.

Interior

Step inside the Carens Clavis HTK Plus and you're welcomed by a dual-tone beige and black interior that looks upmarket. The cabin features a layered dashboard design with horizontal elements that makes the dashboard look wide and uncluttered. The upper half of the dashboard has a black finish with a fine metallic insert for a touch of contrast.

The steering wheel, finished in all black, is similar to the one seen in the Syros sub-4m SUV. Below the 8-inch touchscreen infotainment screen with dedicated physical knobs and buttons. It also gets separate AC controls, unlike higher variants with the 12.3-inch.

The seats get black semi-leatherette upholstery and the driver’s seat is facilitated with manual height adjustments. 

The HTK Plus is available only with a 7-seater layout that gets bench seats in the 2nd row which are further foldable with a one-touch tumble function. The occupant’s comfort is also taken care of by auto AC with 2nd and 3rd row rear vents and sunshades for second-row occupants. It also gets multiple drive modes exclusively for the automatic variants. Third-row occupants can also relax well making use of the seat recline feature.

If you want a 6-seater variant, it is limited to the top-spec HTX Plus variant. 

The cabin also offers plenty of practical storage spaces in the door panels, the centre console, and seatback pockets behind the front passenger seat.

Features & Safety

The Kia Carens Clavis HTK Plus variant comes decently equipped with essential features. It offers an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a semi-digital instrument cluster with a 4.2-inch multi-information display (MID), and a 6-speaker sound system. Other convenience features include a one-touch auto up/down window for the driver, push-button start/stop, cruise control, and auto-folding ORVMs. It also gets multiple drive modes exclusively for the automatic variants. 

A sunroof is sorely missed in this variant. And for those opting for the diesel-automatic, it’s an even bigger bummer as the HTK Plus is the only variant to offer this powertrain. 

The safety suite of the Carens Clavis HTK Plus includes 6 airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill start assist and hill descent control, disc brakes on all wheels, electronic parking brake with auto hold, front and rear parking sensors and a rear parking camera. 

The higher variants also include a panoramic sunroof, dashcam, ventilated front seats, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, 360-degree parking camera and advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS).

Powertrain

The Kia Carens Clavis gets three engine options in total, however, the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is not available with the HTK Plus variant.

*DCT- dual-clutch transmission, AT- torque converter automatic transmission

The turbo petrol engine option can also be had with a 6-speed iMT gearbox in the higher variants.

Price And Rivals

The 2025 Kia Carens Clavis prices are set to be announced on May 23, 2025. It is expected to start from around Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom). Upon launch, it will be a direct competitor to other MPVs like Maruti XL6, Maruti Ertiga and Toyota Rumion. It will also sit as an affordable alternative to the Maruti Invicto, Toyota Innova Hycross and Toyota Innova Crysta.

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