Sri Vijaya Puram, Mar 27: Platinum Kia, the premier automotive destination in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, officially ushered in a new era of sustainable mobility on 27th March with the grand unveiling of the Kia Carens Clavis EV. The event, held at the Platinum Kia showroom, was attended by prominent citizens, automotive enthusiasts, and loyal Kia patrons.
The launch was headlined by Mr. Eklavya Lall, Director of Platinum Kia, and Mrs. Urvee Lall, who welcomed esteemed guests Mr. Akshay Rawat and Mrs. Benezir Tehrani, Directors of Faraway Tree Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. Both are prestigious members of the Kia family and already valued owners of a fleet of Kia Carens. On 27th March, they have further strengthened their association with the brand by adding the innovative Kia Carens Clavis EV to their hospitality fleet.
A New Benchmark for Island Mobility- The Kia Carens Clavis EV enters the market with a highly competitive starting price of ₹17.99 Lakh (Ex-Showroom). Designed specifically to navigate both city streets and island terrain, the vehicle offers a practical and eco-friendly solution for families and high-end hospitality services alike.
Key Highlights of the Kia Carens Clavis EV:
Exceptional Range: Offers an impressive range of 404 km on a single charge, providing ample mileage for cross-island travel without range anxiety.
Rapid Charging: Supports 100kW DC fast charging, allowing the battery to go from 10% to 80% in just 39 minutes.
Industry-Leading Warranty:
Private Use: A massive 8-year or 1,60,000 km warranty on the battery pack, along with a 3-year unlimited km vehicle warranty.
Commercial Use: A dedicated commercial warranty of 3 years or 1,00,000 km is provided.
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Eklavya Lall stated that “27th March is about our commitment to a greener future for the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. We are especially proud to see our long-standing customers like Faraway Tree Hospitality lead the way in adopting zero-emission technology that is perfect for our pristine environment.”
The event concluded with a ceremonial cake-cutting by the guests of honor and the Directors, followed by a detailed walkthrough of the vehicle’s futuristic features. The Kia Carens Clavis EV is now open for bookings and available for test drives exclusively at Platinum Kia, Port Blair.
