Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) vs Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range)

Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · July 2026 · how we verify

On running cost, the Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) saves more versus petrol (about ₹82,733/year). On-road price is a Delhi estimate; pick your city on each model's page. Full side-by-side below.

Our verdict

Pick the Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) for more power; choose the Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) for a lower price and a lower on-road cost. Leads 3-1 of 9 tracked specs.

Head-to-head 9 specs compared Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) ₹18,03,000 Wins 1 of 9 Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) ₹18,00,500 Wins 3 of 9
Price (ex-showroom) ₹18,03,000 ₹18,00,500Best
On-road (Delhi, est.) ₹18,66,105 ₹18,63,518Best
Range 420 km ARAI 404 km ARAI
Battery 42 kWh 42 kWh
Charging 10-100% in about 6 hr on 7.4kW AC wallbox; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger 10-80% in ~39 min on DC fast charge; 0-100% in ~4 hr on 11 kW AC.
Motor 100 kWBest 99 kW
Top speed - -
Est. annual saving vs petrol ₹82,733 ₹82,733
Est. insurance (year 1) ₹63,105 ₹63,018Best

"real" = independently tested real-world range; "ARAI" = manufacturer's certified claim. Bars scale each row to the leader; "Best" marks the stronger value. On-road and insurance are Delhi estimates, not quotes.

Full details: Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) · Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range)

FAQ

Which is better, the Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) or the Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range)?

Pick the Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) for more power; choose the Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) for a lower price and a lower on-road cost.

Is the Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) or the Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) cheaper?

The Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) is cheaper ex-showroom: ₹18,00,500 versus ₹18,03,000. On-road in Delhi, the Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) is cheaper (₹18,63,518).

Which has more real-world range, the Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) or the Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range)?

A verified real-world range is not yet published for both models; each model's page shows what is available.