Kia has been working on a new product that will probably be positioned in between Seltos and Sonet. It is anticipated that the New Kia Clavis, code name AY, will go on sale later this year in India after making its global debut this year.
Kia is getting ready to launch its newest product, which will probably be the Kia Clavis, a sub-4-meter crossover for the Indian market. It is most likely a practical five-seater product from Kia, with its elegant appearance and tall, boxy design language making it the ideal lifestyle SUV available.
The Kia Soul marketed in international markets is probably where the new Kia Clavis got its inspiration for its design language. In order to make an entrance, the clavis is anticipated to have a tall body style, a sleek front with an LED headlamp setup, a newly designed front fascia, a strong posture in the back with a vertical LED taillamp arrangement, and an overall upright posture. Expecting a new dashboard design unit with numerous technological elements inside.
The new Kia Clavis is anticipated to come with three engine options: a 1.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine, a 1.2-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine, and a 1.5-liter diesel engine. This is in contrast to the Hyundai and Kia versions. Available with a variety of gearbox choices, including a 7-speed DCT, AMT, IMT, and a 5- or 6-speed MT. In the near future, this may also be available as a strong hybrid or as a full electric vehicle.
| Engine | 1.0-liter turbocharged petrol unit | 1.2-liter naturally aspirated petrol unit | 1.5-liter diesel unit |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Power | 120 BHP | 83 BHP | 116 BHP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6 speed (iMT) and 7 speed (DCT) | 5 speed- MT | 6 Speed – iMT / 6 speed -AT |
| Fuel Efficiency | 18 -19 Kmpl* | 18.8 Kmpl* | 18 – 22 kmpl * |
Based on its positioning between the Kia Sonet and the Seltos, the Kia Clavis is projected to be available for about 10 to 18 lakhs (ex-showroom). Although variations not yet available, they may be available in the two main options, GT Line and Tech-line, just like the other Kia models that are offered in market.
With the addition of the Clavis to their lineup of sub-4-meter SUVs, Kia is probably going to introduce the new Generation Carnival along with their flagship electric SUV, the EV9. Later on, in the same year,.