Comparing the Kia Carens Clavis EV and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens Clavis EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's 1999 cc, producing 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) and 258 bhp (Petrol) / 197 bhp (Diesel) 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) | 1999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | 2.0L M254 EQ Boost Petrol / 2.0L OM654 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 66 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | — | 14.9 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) | 258 bhp (Petrol) / 197 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
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) | 540 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2430 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 108 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1750 kg (est.) | 1870 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4949 mm / 1880 mm / 1468 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2961 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 | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 14.4-inch MBUX Display + 14.4-inch Co-Pilot Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Multicontour) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.4-inch MBUX Hyperscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - KEYLESS-GO |
| 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 | Nappa Leather (top) / MB-Tex |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker (top) | Burmester 3D 17-Speaker Surround (top) / Burmester 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - Integrated |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - PRE-SAFE Brake |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESP 9.1 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHigh-Tech SilverNautic BlueGraphite GreyVerde Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
