Kia Carens Clavis: HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT vs HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT

The HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT costs ₹1,56,000 more than the HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT. The equipment it adds covers 32% of that on our values — pricey. Every feature is priced below.

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The verdict

HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT → HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT

Pricey

You pay extra

₹1,56,000

₹14,87,900 → ₹16,43,900

Features are worth

₹51,300

7 gained

Equipment covers

32%

of what the variant costs extra

HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT costs ₹1,56,000 more than HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT and brings only ₹51,300 of equipment we can put a price on — about 32% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT is the better buy.

We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.

*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Oct 2026

What the extra equipment is

Factory-only or fit it later

Only from the factory
₹35,150 · 4 features
Could be fitted later
₹16,150 · 3 features

Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.

Kia Carens Clavis — manufacturer photograph
Photograph: Kia. Shows the Kia Carens Clavis, not either trim specifically — the table below is what separates them.
Where the money goes

Feature-by-feature valuation

8 of 77 features differ between these trims.

FeatureHTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MTHTK+ 1.5 Diesel MTValue
Safety & driver assistance
Rear Defogger & Wiper/WasherEssential rainy season safety features for clear rear visibility.NoYes+₹7,600
Front Parking SensorsSensors in the front bumper for tight parking.NoYes+₹5,700
Comfort & convenience
Cruise ControlElectronic highway speed control for relaxed long-distance cruising.NoYes+₹9,500
Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button StartPassive proximity keyless unlocking and engine start/stop button.Up from Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value.NoYes+₹6,650
Auto-Folding ORVMsWing mirrors fold in automatically when the car is locked.NoYes+₹5,700
Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door.Counted in Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Start, which replaces it.YesNo—
Exterior & wheels
Connected LED Tail LampsEdge-to-edge LED lightbar spanning the tailgate, linking the two tail lamps.NoYes+₹11,400
Roof RailsLoad-bearing rails on the roof for a carrier or box.NoYes+₹4,750
Net feature value7 gained₹51,300

Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.

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On our figures

₹51,300 of equipment against ₹1,56,000 — 32% of the variant

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What you actually pay

On-road price, side by side

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In Delhi, HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT costs ₹1,85,141 more on the road than HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT, against ₹1,56,000 ex-showroom. ₹27,581 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. TCS adds ₹1,560, which you can claim back against income tax. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.

Drive-away cost

HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT

diesel · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹14,87,900
RTO road taxDelhi slab for diesel, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹1,92,666
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹74,395
TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
₹14,879
Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
₹1,200
Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
₹1,900
On-road, Delhi₹17,72,940
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Drive-away cost

HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT

diesel · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹16,43,900
RTO road taxDelhi slab for diesel, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹2,12,447
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹82,195
TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
₹16,439
Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
₹1,200
Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
₹1,900
On-road, Delhi₹19,58,081
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Common questions

What is the price difference between the Kia Carens Clavis HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT and HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT?
₹1,56,000 ex-showroom — HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT is ₹14,87,900 and HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT is ₹16,43,900.
Is the Kia Carens Clavis HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT worth the extra money over the HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT?
HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT costs ₹1,56,000 more than HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT and brings only ₹51,300 of equipment we can put a price on — about 32% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT is the better buy.
What do you actually get on the HTK+ 1.5 Diesel MT that the HTE(EX) 1.5 Diesel MT doesn't have?
7 features, led by Connected LED Tail Lamps, Cruise Control, Rear Defogger & Wiper/Washer. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.