Comparing the Kia Carens Clavis EV and the Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens Clavis EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 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) | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | — | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (DSG) |
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) | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1750 kg (est.) | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-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 | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| 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 | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
