Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) vs MG ZS EV Executive

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

On running cost, the MG ZS EV Executive saves more versus petrol (about ₹84,869/year). On-road price is a Delhi estimate; pick your city on each model's page. Full side-by-side below.

Our verdict

The MG ZS EV Executive is the stronger all-round pick here, leading on a lower price, bigger running-cost savings and more power. Look at the Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) mainly if styling or brand sway you. Leads 6-0 of 9 tracked specs.

Head-to-head 9 specs compared Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) ₹18,00,500 Wins 0 of 9 MG ZS EV Executive MG ZS EV Executive ₹17,99,000 Wins 6 of 9
Price (ex-showroom) ₹18,00,500 ₹17,99,000Best
On-road (Delhi, est.) ₹18,63,518 ₹18,61,965Best
Range 404 km ARAI 339 km real
Battery 42 kWh 50.3 kWhBest
Charging 10-80% in ~39 min on DC fast charge; 0-100% in ~4 hr on 11 kW AC. 0-100% in ~8.5-9h on 7.4kW AC; 0-80% in ~60 min on 50kW DC (CCS2)
Motor 99 kW 130 kWBest
Top speed - -
Est. annual saving vs petrol ₹82,733 ₹84,869Best
Est. insurance (year 1) ₹63,018 ₹62,965Best

"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.

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FAQ

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

The MG ZS EV Executive is the stronger all-round pick here, leading on a lower price, bigger running-cost savings and more power. Look at the Kia Carens Clavis EV HTK+ 7 (42 kWh, Standard Range) mainly if styling or brand sway you.

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

The MG ZS EV Executive is cheaper ex-showroom: ₹17,99,000 versus ₹18,00,500. On-road in Delhi, the MG ZS EV Executive is cheaper (₹18,61,965).

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

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