Comparing the Kia Carens Clavis EV and the Volkswagen Taigun 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 Taigun is priced at ₹1,179,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens Clavis EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Volkswagen Taigun's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) 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) | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | — | 21.42 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 17.88 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / 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) | 385 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1695 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1750 kg (est.) | 1195 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4221 mm / 1760 mm / 1612 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 |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| 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 | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker (top) | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Sunroof (top) |
| 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 Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 205/55 R16 / 215/50 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 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 | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyCherry RedLava BlueSteel GreyAvocado Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
