Comparing the Kia Carens Clavis and the Tata Nexon side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia Carens Clavis is available at ₹1,398,000, while the Tata Nexon is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens Clavis comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Nexon's 1199 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens Clavis versus 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 44 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 17.4 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric start |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual / AMT / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres | 382 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 208 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1295 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2498 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman |
| 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 | Leatherette | Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker (top) | Up to 8-speaker Harman system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Yes |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector + LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED signature |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GrayIvory Silver GlossImperial BluePewter Olive | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
