Kia Carens Clavis vs Mahindra XUV700: Cross Segment Specifications Compared

Modified On Jun 19, 2025 06:43 PM By Dipan

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At Rs 25 lakh, should you buy the Kia premium MPV or go with the Mahindra SUV? Let us find out

The Kia Carens Clavis is the latest MPV from the Korean carmaker in India. It comes packed with features and offers a three-row seating layout, making it a strong contender for family buyers. However, at a similar price point, buyers also have the option of the Mahindra XUV700, which also gets three rows of SUV with the road presence of a SUV. So, should you pick the all-new Kia MPV over the feature-loaded Mahindra XUV700? Let us find out.

Prices

Model	Price
Kia Carens Clavis (introductory)	Rs 11.50 lakh to Rs 21.50 lakh
Mahindra XUV700	Rs 14.49 lakh to Rs 25.14 lakh

All prices are showroom, pan-India

The Kia Carens Clavis is more affordable than the Mahindra XUV700, especially in the base-spec variants, where the price difference is around Rs 3 lakh. The top-spec AX7L variant of the XUV700 is also priced higher than the Carens Clavis, but for that extra cost, it offers more powerful engine options and a few additional features.

Dimensions

Dimensions	Kia Carens Clavis	Mahindra XUV700	Difference
Length	4550 mm	4695 mm	(- 145 mm)
Width	1800 mm	1890 mm	(- 90 mm)
Height	1708 mm	1755 mm	(- 47 mm)
Wheelbase	2780 mm	2750 mm	(- 30 mm)

The Mahindra XUV700 is clearly the larger model here overall. It is longer, wider, and taller than the Kia Carens Clavis, which gives it a stronger road presence. However, the Carens Clavis has a slightly longer wheelbase. Both the cars are decently spacious and can accommodate occupants one behind another in comfort.

Powertrain Options

Model	Kia Carens Clavis			Mahindra XUV700
Engine	1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol	1.5-litre turbo-petrol	1.5-litre diesel	2-litre turbo-petrol	2.2-litre diesel
Power	115 PS	160 PS	116 PS	200 PS	Up to 185 PS
Torque	144 Nm	253 Nm	250 Nm	380 Nm	450 Nm
Transmission*	6-speed MT	6-speed MT, 6-speed iMT, 7-speed DCT	6-speed MT, 6-speed AT	6-speed MT/ 6-speed AT*	6-speed MT/ 6-speed AT
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD/AWD

*iMT = Clutchless manual transmission, DCT = Dual-clutch automatic transmission, AT = Torque converter automatic transmission

When it comes to performance, the Mahindra XUV700 has a clear advantage with its larger powertrains. Its turbo-petrol engine produces 40 PS and 127 Nm more than the Clavis’ 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit. The XUV700’s diesel engine also makes up to 69 PS and 200 Nm more than the diesel engine offered in the Clavis. It is also the only one here to offer optional all-wheel drive, which can be useful in varied driving conditions.

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Features

Features	Kia Carens Clavis	Mahindra XUV700
Exterior	Auto-LED headlights LED DRLs 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels Black cladding on wheel arches and lower portion of doors Rear wiper and washer Roof rails	Auto-LED headlights LED DRLs 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels Wraparound LED tail lights LED front fog lamps with cornering function LED tail lights Flush-type door handles
Interior	Navy blue and beige cabin theme 2-spoke dual-tone steering wheel Beige leatherette seat upholstery 6- and 7-seater options (captain seats limited to top variant) 64-colour ambient lighting Retractable seat back table with cup holders Rear centre armrest with cup holders	Dual-tone black and white cabin theme 3-spoke steering wheel White leatherette seat upholstery 6- and 7-seater options Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shifter Front centre armrest with storage space Rear centre armrest with cup holders
Comfort and Convenience	12.3-inch digital driver’s display Panoramic sunroof Wireless phone charger Ventilated front-row seats 4-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat Auto AC with vents for 2nd and 3rd row passengers Tilt and telescopic function for steering wheel Auto up/down for all windows Rain sensing wipers Paddle shifters (automatic variants only) Push button start/stop Remote engine start Drive modes (automatic variants only) Auto folding and electrically-adjustable ORVMs	10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster Panoramic sunroof 6-way power-adjustable driver seat with memory function Dual-zone climate control Air purifier Wireless phone charger Drive modes (diesel only) Push-button start/stop Ventilated front seats ORVMs with memory function
Infotainment	12.3-inch infotainment system 8-speaker Bose sound system Connected car tech Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (wireless in lower variants with 8-inch system)	10.25-inch touchscreen Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 12-speaker Sony sound system Connected car tech
Safety	6 airbags Electronic stability control (ESC) Front and rear parking sensors 360-degree camera with blind spot monitor Level-2 ADAS Dual-camera dashcam Rear defogger Electronic parking brake with auto-hold (automatic variants only) ISOFIX child seat anchorages Disc brakes on all wheels	7 airbags Electronic stability control (ESC) 360-degree camera Level 2 ADAS TPMS Rain-sensing wipers Electronic parking brake with auto-hold Front and rear parking sensors Rear defogger with rear wiper Rain-sensing wipers ISOFIX child seat anchorages Disc brakes on all wheels

Both the Kia Carens Clavis and Mahindra XUV700 come well-equipped with features such as auto LED headlights, LED DRLs, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and wireless phone charger. Both SUVs also offer a choice between 6- and 7-seater configurations, rear centre armrest with cup holders, and front and rear parking sensors. On the safety front, both get disc brakes on all wheels, electronic parking brake with auto-hold, a 360-degree camera, and Level 2 ADAS.

However, over the Carens Clavis, the Mahindra XUV700 offers a few premium touches such as larger 18-inch alloy wheels, LED fog lamps with cornering function, flush-type door handles, dual-zone climate control, memory function for the driver’s seat and ORVMs, a 12-speaker Sony sound system, TPMS, and an extra airbag.

The Carens Clavis, on the other hand, offers a larger 12.3-inch infotainment system and digital driver’s display (compared to the XUV700’s 10.25-inch units), a dual-camera dashcam, and seat-back tables with cup holders.

Verdict

The Kia Carens Clavis is the more accessible option here, with a significantly lower starting price and a wide range of powertrain options including naturally aspirated petrol, turbo-petrol, and diesel. It also offers a premium cabin with thoughtful touches like ambient lighting, seat-back tables, and a dual-camera dashcam. It can hence be a practical choice for families on a tighter budget.

In comparison, the Mahindra XUV700 is a larger SUV that offers more road presence, better performance figures, and a few additional premium features. Its turbo-petrol and diesel engines are significantly more powerful than those of the Clavis, and it is the only one here to offer an all-wheel drive option. If you are looking for a more powerful and feature-rich SUV with a stronger emphasis on performance and higher-end features, the Mahindra XUV700 makes a better fit.

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