Kia Carens Clavis: HTE 1.5 Petrol MT vs HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT

The HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,47,000 more than the HTE 1.5 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 61% of that on our values — a fair upgrade. Every feature is priced below.

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The verdict

HTE 1.5 Petrol MT → HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT

Fair upgrade

You pay extra

₹1,47,000

₹11,38,900 → ₹12,85,900

Features are worth

₹90,725

8 gained

Equipment covers

61%

of what the variant costs extra

HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,47,000 more than HTE 1.5 Petrol MT and brings 8 features we value at ₹90,725, roughly 61% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.

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
₹58,900 · 5 features
Could be fitted later
₹31,825 · 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 1.5 Petrol MTHTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MTValue
Safety & driver assistance
Rear Camera with Dynamic GuidelinesIntegrated rear parking camera with active steering trajectory lines.NoYes+₹8,075
Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls.NoYes+₹5,700
Comfort & convenience
Single-Pane Electric SunroofPower-operated tilt and slide single glass sunroof.NoYes+₹33,250
Automatic Climate ControlSet a temperature and the car holds it, instead of manual fan and dial control.NoYes+₹11,400
Steering-Mounted ControlsAudio and phone controls on the steering wheel. Cruise control buttons are priced with cruise control.NoYes+₹3,800
Electrically Adjustable ORVMsWing mirrors adjust from a switch inside the cabin.NoYes+₹4,750
Infotainment & connectivity
8-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentCapacitive display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wired or wireless.NoYes+₹20,900
Wireless Android AutoThe factory touchscreen runs Android Auto without a cable — built into the head unit, or through a wired-to-wireless adapter the manufacturer supplies as standard. Most cars that have it pair Apple CarPlay wirelessly too, but this entry asks only about Android Auto. Wired-only Android Auto does not count.NoYes+₹2,850
Net feature value8 gained₹90,725

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

₹90,725 of equipment against ₹1,47,000 — 61% of the variant

Fair upgrade

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What you actually pay

On-road price, side by side

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In Delhi, HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,70,785 more on the road than HTE 1.5 Petrol MT, against ₹1,47,000 ex-showroom. ₹22,315 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. TCS adds ₹1,470, which you can claim back against income tax. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.

Drive-away cost

HTE 1.5 Petrol MT

petrol · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹11,38,900
RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹1,19,940
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹56,945
TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
₹11,389
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₹13,30,274
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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

HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT

petrol · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹12,85,900
RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹1,34,905
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹64,295
TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
₹12,859
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₹15,01,059
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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 1.5 Petrol MT and HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT?
₹1,47,000 ex-showroom — HTE 1.5 Petrol MT is ₹11,38,900 and HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT is ₹12,85,900.
Is the Kia Carens Clavis HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the HTE 1.5 Petrol MT?
HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,47,000 more than HTE 1.5 Petrol MT and brings 8 features we value at ₹90,725, roughly 61% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
What do you actually get on the HTE(EX) 1.5 Petrol MT that the HTE 1.5 Petrol MT doesn't have?
8 features, led by Single-Pane Electric Sunroof, 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment, Automatic Climate Control. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.