Kia India has opened pre-bookings for the Carens CNG, Carens Clavis CNG and Carnival Limousine Hybrid through its authorised dealer network. Prices for all three models will be announced soon. The Carens and Clavis add factory-fitted CNG setups based on their 1.5-litre petrol engines and the Carnival introduces a hybrid option based on a 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine with a six-speed automatic transmission.
The Carens CNG and Carens Clavis CNG feature a factory-fitted system with a CNG tank capacity of 60 litres. Kia has also specified CNG-specific engine calibration and revised suspension settings for both models. A dedicated fuel change switch is standard alongside a 4.2-inch colour TFT MID with CNG distance-to-empty readout.
The third-row seat back frame has also been modified to improve the recline angle. The Carens CNG will be available in the Premium (O) G1.5 6 MT trim for private customers. Kia will offer an M-Drive G1.5 6 MT version through its B2B and commercial mobility programme. The Carens Clavis CNG will reach showrooms in HTE and HTE (O) G1.5 6 MT trims and an HTM G1.5 6 MT specification has been listed for B2B applications.
| Model | Variant | Powertrain |
|---|---|---|
| Carens CNG | Premium (O) | 1.5 petrol + CNG, 6MT |
| Carens CNG B2B | M-Drive | 1.5 petrol + CNG, 6MT |
| Carens Clavis CNG | HTE / HTE (O) | 1.5 petrol + CNG, 6MT |
| Carens Clavis CNG B2B | HTM | 1.5 petrol + CNG, 6MT |
| Carnival Limousine Hybrid | Limousine+ | 1.6 turbo petrol hybrid, 6AT |
Both CNG models ride on 16-inch wheels and feature 16-inch disc brakes. The CNG setup is good enough to produce a maximum power output of 96 PS and 123 Nm of peak torque – about 21 PS and 22 Nm lesser than the regular petrol version. The powertrain also retains a 45-litre petrol tank.
The brand has updated the suspension too and the front disc brakes have also been revised while the spare wheel has been carried over. The CNG tank takes up 100 litres of boot space and thus, the capacity is reduced by 100 litres – from 216 litres to 116 litres. The Carnival Limousine Hybrid will be offered exclusively in Limousine+ specification with the 6 AT and 1.6-litre turbo petrol combination. The hybrid derivative adds 18-inch crystal cut dual-tone aero alloy wheels, active air flaps and a virtual engine sound system to the equipment package.
The rear cabin equipment on the Carnival Hybrid includes a smart pure air purifier with AQI display and retractable, height-adjustable seat-back tables equipped with wireless charging. Kia has also listed monotone ambient lighting, integrated cup holders and leatherette wrapped door trims. The additional equipment places particular emphasis on the second-row area of the Limousine+ specification.
