KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Kia Carens EV to get Level 2 ADAS, confirmed.
- It will feature the same battery pack as Hyundai Creta EV.
- Carens EV will compete with BYD eMAX 7.
Kia Carens is bound to get a major facelift next year, and before that, news about its EV launch has also created a lot of stir in the automotive industry. Recently, a camouflaged Kia Carens was seen testing and gave us a hint of what to expect from the EV version. That said, upon launch, it will compete head-to-head with BYD eMAX 7 and the highly anticipated Creta EV. Let's take a closer look at the news; in the meantime, make sure to join the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Kia Carens EV Photos
So, this new image reveal a new set of LED DRLs at the back, which are more angular than the current version. I also noticed the radar placed on both sides for the ADAS. Its now confirmed that this upcoming EV will feature Level 2 ADAS.
If you look at the wheels, they have a different design that resembles the Hyundai flagship Ioniq 5 R20's parametric pixel design. Apart from that, the suspension setup is all new and is not the same twist beam rear suspension as in the regular Kia Carens.
Kia Carens EV Battery Pack And Range
As of now, there is no concrete information regarding its battery and range. However, according to several media reports, the Carens EV will feature the same 45 kWh battery pack as the Hyundai Creta EV, which offers a range of up to 300 km. Additionally, it is speculated that a long-range version will also be offered, providing a range of 500 km. Furthermore, this 45 kWh battery is sourced from the Hyundai Kona EV, another compact SUV intended for international markets.
This upcoming MPV is expected to start around Rs 17 lakh and go up to Rs 21 lakh, but for the actual information, we will have to wait until next year.
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Verdict
The Kia Carens EV will be the third electric Kia in the country after the Kia EV6 and EV9. However, this model will be special because it is designed to be a mass-market vehicle for everyone. In terms of design, it will have the same body and dimensions as the regular Carens, but the bumpers will be new, and the front grille will be either covered or painted in the body color. That said, the Kia Carens is already a successful product, and let's hope the EV continues this winning streak.
