Comparing the BMW M5 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 M5 is available at ₹18,999,000, while the Kia Carens Clavis EV is priced at ₹2,055,000. On the engine front, the BMW M5 comes with a 4395 cc unit compared to the Kia Carens Clavis EV's N/A (Electric), producing 727 bhp (combined system output) 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 | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery | IP67 Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Displacement | 4395 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | M xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD |
| Engine Type | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol + PHEV | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 10.5 kmpl (approx) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 | — |
| Power | 727 bhp (combined system output) | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 1000 Nm (combined) | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) | 51.4 kWh / 65 kWh |
| Charging Time | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) | DC Fast: ~42 min (10-80%) / AC: 8-10 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - CCS2 DC Fast Charging (100 kW) |
| Range | 67 km EV range | 473 km (ARAI - 65 kWh) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - Paddle Shifter-based |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3050 kg | 2250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 128 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2440 kg | 1750 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display 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 Full Merino Leather / Alcantara | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker | Bose 8-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific wide body | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight | 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 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS + Track mode | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlImperial BlueIvory Silver MattePewter OliveGravity Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
