Archive · 19 Sep 2026
Kia Launches Factory-Fitted CNG Carens Models In India
Kia has added CNG versions of two cars in India.
They are called the Carens and Carens Clavis.
The starting price is Rs 12.11 lakh before other charges.
CNG is a fuel option that can be used instead of regular petrol or diesel in some cars.
These systems are installed by Kia at the factory.
This is different from having a dealer install a kit after the car is made.
Factory-installed systems typically come with crash-testing and warranty coverage.
Kia’s launch comes shortly after its Sorento launch.
Other car companies are also adding factory-fitted CNG models.
Kia has launched factory-fitted CNG versions of the Carens and Carens Clavis in India.
Prices for the new CNG models start at Rs 12.11 lakh, ex-showroom.
This is the first time the Carens has received CNG directly from the factory.
Factory-fitted CNG systems typically include integrated crash-testing and warranty coverage.
The launch follows Kia’s Sorento launch and broader industry additions of factory-fitted CNG vehicles.
- Who
- Kia, along with buyers of the Carens and Carens Clavis.
- What
- Factory-fitted CNG versions of the Kia Carens and Carens Clavis were launched.
- When
- Days after Kia’s Sorento launch; no specific launch date is provided.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- To add factory-fitted CNG options to Kia’s Carens lineup.
- Models
- Kia Carens and Carens Clavis
- Fuel type
- Factory-fitted CNG
- Starting price
- Rs 12.11 lakh
- Price basis
- Ex-showroom
- Factory fitting
- The CNG system is installed directly by Kia rather than by a dealer.
- Warranty and testing
- Factory-fitted CNG systems typically include crash-testing and warranty coverage.
- Launch context
- The announcement follows Kia’s Sorento launch and comes amid broader industry additions of factory-fitted CNG vehicles.