Mumbai, July 2 -- Kia has unveiled the electric version of the Clavis, marking its entry into the compact three-row electric SUV segment. Dubbed the Carens Clavis EV, the vehicle closely mirrors its internal combustion engine (ICE) counterpart in terms of exterior design and cabin layout.

The key highlight is a claimed driving range of 490km, expected from a larger battery variant-potentially a 51.4kWh pack. This figure edges out the upcoming Hyundai Creta EV by 17km despite the Clavis EV accommodating an extra row of seating. A lower variant with a 42kWh battery pack is also likely, offering an estimated range of 390km.

The teaser confirms a seven-seat configuration, while a six-seat option is also expected through the use of captain s...