Published : 21 September 2026
Read Time : 5 min
Author: Siddharth
Kia have introduced a 15-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty for the Carens Clavis EV, replacing the earlier 8-year/1,60,000km cover for eligible first owners. The new warranty applies to private vehicles retailed from August 1, 2026 onwards, while eligible existing owners can also extend their battery cover for Rs. 3,400. In this story, we compare Kia’s new warranty with those offered on similarly priced 6- and 7-seater EVs.

Kia have increased the high-voltage battery warranty for the Carens Clavis EV from 8 years/1,60,000km to 15 years with unlimited kilometres for the first owner.
Kia are calling this a "Lifetime High Voltage Battery Warranty", although the warranty is limited to 15 years from the date of delivery. The new warranty applies to Carens Clavis EVs bought by private users from August 1, 2026 onwards.
Kia's warranty terms specify that the battery capacity warranty applies if the high-voltage battery capacity falls below 70% of its original capacity during the applicable warranty period.
The Carens Clavis EV currently costs between Rs. 18.04 lakh and Rs. 25.00 lakh (ex-showroom). Its closest 6- and 7-seater electric alternatives include the Mahindra XEV 9S, VinFast VF MPV 7 and BYD eMAX 7.
Here is how their high-voltage battery warranties compare:
*Mahindra's lifetime battery warranty applies to the first registered private owner.
Kia are not the only manufacturer offering lifetime-style battery coverage to the first owner. The Mahindra XEV 9S also gets a lifetime high-voltage battery warranty for the first registered private owner.
There is an important difference after resale. Kia reduce the Carens Clavis EV's battery warranty to 8 years/1,60,000km from the original delivery date for the second owner. Mahindra provide 10 years/2,00,000km from the first registration after ownership changes.
Owners who bought an eligible Carens Clavis EV before August 1, 2026 can also upgrade their existing 8-year/1,60,000km battery warranty.
Kia will charge an administrative fee of RS. 3,400, including taxes, for the extension to 15 years with unlimited kilometres. The vehicle will need to meet Kia's eligibility conditions and undergo an evaluation before the extension is approved.
Owners can contact their Kia dealer to check whether their vehicle qualifies.
The 15-year unlimited-kilometre battery warranty is linked to the first owner and does not carry over in full when the vehicle is sold.
For the second owner, Kia provide high-voltage battery coverage for 8 years or 1,60,000km from the date the vehicle was originally delivered, whichever comes first.
So, while the new warranty substantially improves long-term protection for somebody buying and retaining a new Carens Clavis EV, used-car buyers will not receive the same 15-year unlimited-kilometre cover.
Also Read: Kia Carens Clavis EV Updated With 6-Seater Option, New GT-Line And X-Line Variants
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Siddharth enjoys understanding why certain cars click with buyers and figuring out what makes people actually stop and read or watch automotive content. He also has a soft spot for cars that may not always make logical sense, but still leave a lasting impression. Travelling, photography and exploring new cuisines are among his other passions.

























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