Car comparison
Hyundai Creta Electric vs Kia Carens Clavis EV
Executive 42.0 kWh vs HTK Plus 42.0 kWh 7 STR: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Same powertrain (EV)
21.6% price gap between these trims
Hyundai Creta Electric Executive 42.0 kWh is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Hyundai Creta Electric
Executive 42.0 kWh
|
Kia Carens Clavis EV
HTK Plus 42.0 kWh 7 STR
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹14,52,852 | ₹18,03,900 |
| Variant | Executive 42.0 kWh | HTK Plus 42.0 kWh 7 STR |
| Brand | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Creta Electric | Carens Clavis EV |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Powertrain | EV | EV |
| Engine / battery | - | - |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric |
| Primary specs | Automatic · Electric | Automatic · Electric |
| Price difference Gap ₹3,51,048 · 21.6% | Lower | Higher |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Hyundai Creta Electric Executive 42.0 kWh | Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK Plus 42.0 kWh 7 STR |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 133 bhp | 133 bhp |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 255 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Battery | Lithium Ion, 42 kWh, Placed Under Floor Pan | Lithium Ion, 42 kWh, Placed Under Floor Pan |
| Electric Motor | Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Mounted at Front Axle) | Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Mounted at Front Axle) |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds (claimed) | — |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| DC Fast Charging | 10-80 % : 58 mins, 50 kW charger | 10-80 % : 39 mins, 100 kW charger |
| AC Fast Charging | 10 - 100 % : 6 hrs, 7.4 kW charger | 10 - 100 % : 4 hrs, 11 kW charger |
| Driving Range | 420 km | 404 km |
| Charging Options | 11 kW AC Wall Box | — |
| Charger Included with Vehicle | Portable Charger Only (Home Charger sold separately) | Portable Charger Only (Home Charger sold separately) |
| Charger Connection Type | CCS2 | CCS2 |
| Vehicle to Vehicle charging (V2V) | No | No |
| Vehicle to load technology (V2L) | No | No |
| Ingress Protection(IP) for Motor & Battery Pack | IP67 | — |
| Portable EV Charging Cable | Yes | Yes |
| Officially Certified Range (km) | — | 404 km ARAI Certified Range & 404 km MIDC Certified Range |
| Charging Indicator On Light Bar | — | Yes |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Terrain Modes | No | — |
| Chassis Type | Unibody/Monocoque Frame | Unibody/Monocoque Frame |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | No | No |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | McPherson strut with coil spring | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled torsion beam axle | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring |
| Advanced Suspension Features | No | — |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 4340 mm * 1790 mm * 1655 mm | 4550 mm * 1800 mm * 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 7 Seats and 3 Rows |
| Doors | 5 Doors | 5 Doors |
| Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) | No | — |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Aero Alloy Wheels | Aero Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 215 / 60 R17 | 215 / 60 R16 |
| Rear Tyres | 215 / 60 R17 | 215 / 60 R16 |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | Steel, Located Underbody | Steel, Located Underbody |
| Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| Warranty | ||
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 160000 Km | 8 Years / 160000 Km |
| Vehicle Warranty | — | 3 Years / Unlimited Kms (Extendable up to 5 Years / Unlimited Kms) |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Disc (Front & Rear) | Disc (Front & Rear) |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Silver | Silver |
| Exterior Door | Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type | Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type |
| Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM) | Manual Dimming | Manual Dimming |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | 433 L | — |
| Frunk Storage | 22 litres | 25 litres |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Height Adjustable Seat Belt | Front | — |
| Foldable Seatback Table | Device & Cup Holder | — |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Voice Assistant | Alexa | Alexa |
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility, Type C Wired Connectivity, Smart Watch Connectivity | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), Smart Watch Connectivity |
| Pre-loaded Major Apps in Infotainment | Jio Saavn | — |
| Inbuilt Music App | Jio Saavan | — |
| Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
| Fuel Consumption | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning |
| Lighting & Visibilty | ||
| Connected LED | Headlight & Taillight | Taillight |
| Reflectors | Rear Bumper | Rear Bumper |
| Mobile App & Remote Controls | ||
| Location Based Services | Share Location | Valet Mode |
| Home-to-Car Connectivity | Alexa | — |
| App Details | Bluelink App, 3 Years Free & Rs. 6999/year afterwards | Kia Connect App, 3 Years Free |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel | — |
| Scuff Plates | Front | — |
| Grille Design | Pixelated Graphic Grille Grille with Smart Shutter | Digital Tiger Face Grille with Smart Shutter |
| Skid Plate | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 7 Seats and 3 Rows |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Capacity | 42 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Electric Range | 420 km | 404 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Boot Space | 433 L | 216 L |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4340 x 1790 x 1655 mm | 4550 x 1800 x 1730 mm |
| Height | 1655 mm | 1730 mm |
| Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Wheels and Tyres | ||
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | — | Front 35 psi · Rear 35 psi (cold) |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Hyundai Creta Electric Executive 42.0 kWh | Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK Plus 42.0 kWh 7 STR |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Not available | Yes |
| Seatbelts | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Not available | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Downhill Assist Control | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not available | Not available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not available | Not available |
| Door Open Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Collision Warning | Not available | Not available |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not available | - |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Call | Yes | Yes |
| Tire Repair Kit | Yes | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Not available | Yes |
| TPMS | - | Yes |
| Exterior | ||
| LED Headlights | Not available | Not available |
| Fog Lights | Not available | - |
| Auto High Beam | Not available | Not available |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Heated Side Mirrors | Not available | Not available |
| Sunroof | Not available | Not available |
| Roof Rails | Not available | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not available | Not available |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Yes |
| High Mount Stop Lamp | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | Not available | Not available |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Body Kit | Not available | - |
| Rub Strips | - | Not available |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not available | 12.25" Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness |
| Speakers | 6 Speakers, 2 Tweeters | 4 Speakers, 2 Tweeters |
| Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Not available |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Heads-Up Display | Not available | - |
| Amazon Alexa | Yes | Yes |
| Connected Services | Yes | Yes |
| OTA Updates | Yes | Yes |
| Dashcam | Yes | Not available |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Yes | - |
| Gesture Control | Not available | - |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Not available | Not available |
| Comfort | ||
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | - |
| Push Button Start | Yes | - |
| Ventilated Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Not available | Not available |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Not available | Not available |
| Sunglass Holder | Yes | Yes |
| Umbrella Storage | Not available | Yes |
| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Yes |
| Massage Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Power Rear Sunshade | Not available | - |
| Cabin Air Purifier | Not available | Not available |
| Glovebox Cooler | Not available | Not available |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Door Pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Headrests | Not available | - |
| Cup Holders | - | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | - | Yes |
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