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