Comparing the Kia Carens Clavis EV and the Citroen Basalt 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 Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens Clavis EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm 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 | N/A (Electric) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | — | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
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) | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1750 kg (est.) | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch 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 | Leatherette | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker (top) | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
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 | Yes | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 205/55 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 - 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 | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
