Comparing the BMW M4 and the Kia Carens Clavis EV side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M4 is available at ₹13,999,000, while the Kia Carens Clavis EV is priced at ₹2,055,000. On the engine front, the BMW M4 comes with a 2993 cc unit compared to the Kia Carens Clavis EV's N/A (Electric), producing 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) and 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | IP67 Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Displacement | 2993 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / M xDrive AWD (Competition xDrive) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 9.5 kmpl (approx) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | — |
| Power | 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 650 Nm @ 2750-5500 rpm | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (M Steptronic DCT) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 51.4 kWh / 65 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~42 min (10-80%) / AC: 8-10 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - CCS2 DC Fast Charging (100 kW) |
| Range | — | 473 km (ARAI - 65 kWh) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - Paddle Shifter-based |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 2250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1730 kg (xDrive) | 1750 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4794 mm / 1887 mm / 1393 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2857 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | M Carbon Leather / Merino Leather | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Bose 8-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific body kit | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight optional | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS with Track mode | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic optional | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Brooklyn GreyBlack SapphireIsle of Man GreenSao Paulo YellowSkyscraper GreyAventurine RedToronto RedPortimao BlueTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlImperial BlueIvory Silver MattePewter OliveGravity Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
