Comparing the Citroen Basalt 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 Citroen Basalt is available at ₹799,000, while the Kia Carens Clavis EV is priced at ₹2,055,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Kia Carens Clavis EV's N/A (Electric), producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm 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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| Battery | — | IP67 Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | — |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | 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 | 470 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 1750 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | 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 | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Leatherette |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Bose 8-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | 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 | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlImperial BlueIvory Silver MattePewter OliveGravity Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
