2025 Kia Carens Clavis vs Key Rivals: Claimed Fuel Efficiency Compared
Although the Kia Carens and Carens Clavis offer a wider range of powertrain options, the Maruti and Toyota models comes with the most fuel-efficient engines in this comparison
The Kia Carens Clavis is the newest addition to the mass-market MPV segment, competing against established models like the Maruti Ertiga, Maruti XL6, Toyota Rumion and the Kia Carens. In this segment, fuel efficiency plays a crucial role, as these vehicles are often used for daily commuting as well as longer trips. So, how does the new Kia MPV stack up against its rivals in terms of its claimed fuel efficiency? Let’s find out.
Powertrain Options
| Model |
Kia Carens Clavis / Kia Carens |
Maruti Ertiga / Maruti XL6 / Toyota Rumion |
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| Engine |
1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol |
1.5-litre diesel |
1.5-litre turbo-petrol |
1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol |
1.5-litre petrol+CNG |
| Power |
115 PS |
116 PS |
160 PS |
103 PS |
88 PS |
| Torque |
144 Nm |
250 Nm |
253 Nm |
139 Nm |
121.5 Nm |
| Transmission Options* |
6-speed MT (both Clavis and Carens) |
Clavis: 6-speed MT, 6-speed iMT, 7-speed DCT / Carens: 6-speed iMT |
Clavis: 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT / Carens: 6-speed MT |
5-speed MT, 6-speed AT |
5-speed MT |
*iMT = Clutchless manual transmission, DCT = Dual-clutch automatic transmission, AT = Torque converter automatic transmission
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The Kia Carens Clavis and Carens have a slightly more powerful 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine compared to their Maruti and Toyota rivals, offering 12 PS and 5 Nm more.
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In addition, the Carens and Clavis are the only ones in this comparison to offer a performance-oriented 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine and a torquey 1.5-litre diesel engine, both of which are not available with the Maruti and Toyota models.
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On the other hand, the Maruti Ertiga, XL6, and Toyota Rumion are the only ones to offer a petrol-CNG powertrain, which is not offered by the Korean carmaker.
Claimed Fuel Efficiency
| Model |
Engine |
Transmission |
Fuel Efficiency |
| Kia Carens Clavis |
1.5-litre NA petrol |
6-speed MT |
15.34 kmpl |
| 1.5-litre turbo petrol |
6-speed MT |
15.95 kmpl |
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| 6-speed iMT |
15.95 kmpl |
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| 7-speed DCT |
16.66 kmpl |
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| 1.5-litre diesel |
6-speed MT |
19.54 kmpl |
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| 6-speed AT |
17.50 kmpl |
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| Maruti Ertiga / Toyota Rumion |
1.5-litre NA petrol |
5-speed MT |
20.51 kmpl |
| 6-speed AT |
20.30 kmpl |
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| 1.5-litre petrol+CNG |
5-speed MT |
26.11 km/kg |
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| Maruti XL6 |
1.5-litre NA petrol |
5-speed MT |
20.97 kmpl |
| 6-speed AT |
20.27 kmpl |
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| 1.5-litre petrol+CNG |
5-speed MT |
26.32 km/kg |
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| Kia Carens |
1.5-litre NA petrol |
6-speed MT |
15.70 kmpl |
| 1.5-litre turbo-petrol |
6-speed iMT |
N/A |
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| 1.5-litre diesel |
6-speed MT |
21.30 kmpl |
- The Maruti Ertiga, Toyota Rumion, and Maruti XL6 are the most fuel-efficient models in this comparison, especially in their CNG variants, which claim over 26 km/kg. Even their regular naturally aspirated petrol variants are quite efficient, with fuel efficiency figures of over 20 kmpl for both manual and automatic transmissions.
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The Kia Carens Clavis stands out for offering the most diverse set of powertrain options, including naturally aspirated petrol, turbo-petrol, and diesel engines, along with manual, iMT, DCT, and automatic transmissions. However, none of these powertrains are as efficient as the Maruti and Toyota offerings.
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Among the Clavis’ turbo-petrol variants, the 7-speed DCT returns 16.66 kmpl, which is a respectable figure for a performance-oriented powertrain. The iMT and manual versions of the same engine deliver slightly lower efficiency at 15.95 kmpl.
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Diesel continues to be the most efficient fuel type for both the Carens and Clavis, with the Carens diesel-MT claiming 21.30 kmpl and the Clavis diesel-MT returning 19.54 kmpl.
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The naturally aspirated petrol variant of the Clavis, with a 6-speed manual, is the least efficient among all the options listed here, delivering just 15.34 kmpl, significantly lower than even the automatic petrol variants of the Maruti and Toyota models.
Disclaimer: The fuel efficiency figures mentioned above are claimed by the respective carmakers. Real-world mileage may differ based on various factors such as driving habits, road and traffic conditions, vehicle maintenance, and weather.
Prices
| Model |
Price Range |
| Maruti Ertiga |
Rs 8.84 lakh to Rs 13.13 lakh |
| Toyota Rumion |
Rs 10.54 lakh to Rs 13.83 lakh |
| Kia Carens |
Rs 11.41 lakh to Rs 13.16 lakh |
| Kia Carens Clavis (introductory) |
Rs 11.50 lakh to Rs 21.50 lakh |
| Maruti XL6 |
Rs 11.84 lakh to Rs 14.87 lakh |
All prices are ex-showroom, pan-India
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