Kia Turns Up the Style Quotient: Carens Clavis Gets GT-Line & X-Line, Sunroofs and ADAS Go Mainstream

New Delhi — If Indian families were waiting for a reason to upgrade their garage (and maybe their weekend road trip plans), Kia India has just delivered one—with a sunroof above and sporty flair all around. The MY26 Kia Carens Clavis has officially received a stylish and tech-loaded update, bringing in the much-anticipated GT-Line and X-Line trims, while also upgrading its mid-variants with features that were once reserved for pricier segments.

In a move that feels like giving your sensible family MPV a gym membership and a designer wardrobe, Kia has introduced the GT-Line in GTX and GTX+ trims, alongside the rugged-looking X-Line. And yes, all of this comes at a starting price below ₹20 lakh—because who said practicality can’t look premium?

The GT-Line brings a sportier, SUV-inspired character to the Clavis with design highlights like glossy black roof rails, new bumpers, stylish alloys, and those attention-grabbing lime-coloured brake calipers (because even your brake discs deserve to flex). Meanwhile, the X-Line goes for a more stealthy vibe, featuring an exclusive Dark Gun Metal finish paired with Aurora Black Pearl—perfect for those who like their family car with a side of attitude.

Inside, Kia continues to blur the line between “family mover” and “premium lounge.” Six-seater captain seat configurations are available, and higher trims now get next-gen features like Digital Key—because clearly, even car keys are going digital faster than your passwords.

But the real headline-grabber is how Kia is democratizing premium features. The HTK+ trim now comes with an electric sunroof, while the HTK+(O) trim and above unlock goodies like a panoramic sunroof, LED headlamps, and even a dashcam—a subtle nod to India’s unpredictable traffic and even more unpredictable driving styles.

Safety, too, gets a serious boost. The newly introduced HTX(O)A variant packs Level 2 ADAS, bringing advanced driver assistance tech to a more accessible price point. Add to that Idle Stop Go (ISG) technology, and the Clavis is now as conscious about fuel savings as your uncle is about switching off lights at home.

Speaking on the update, Atul Sood, Senior Vice-President, Marketing & Sales, Kia India, highlighted that modern Indian families are increasingly looking for a blend of practicality and premium experience. With the MY26 refresh, Kia aims to meet exactly that demand—without making buyers stretch their budgets too far.

Under the hood, the Carens Clavis continues to offer a wide range of options including G1.5 petrol, G1.5 turbo-petrol, and D1.5 diesel engines, paired with multiple transmission choices like manual, iMT, 7-speed DCT, and 6-speed automatic. In short, whether you’re a calm commuter or a highway cruiser, there’s a Clavis for you.

With these updates, Kia has essentially turned the Carens Clavis into a vehicle that can handle school runs, office commutes, and the occasional “let’s just drive to Goa” plan—all while looking sharper than ever.

Because let’s be honest: in 2026, even family cars don’t want to look boring anymore.

MY26 Carens Clavis (ICE) Lineup; Prices (Ex-Showroom)