Comparing the Kia Carens Clavis EV and the BMW X3 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 X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens Clavis EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) 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) | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | — | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
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) | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1750 kg (est.) | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| 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 Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 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 | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | 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 Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlImperial BlueIvory Silver MattePewter OliveGravity Grey | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
