Kia Carens, Carens Clavis CNG: All You Need To Know

Giving its MPV siblings a new powertrain option, Kia has showcased factory-fitted CNG versions of the Carens and Carens Clavis in India. Both models get a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a 60-litre CNG tank, while retaining a separate 45-litre petrol tank. The CNG derivatives were showcased on the sidelines of Kia launching the Sorento SUV. 

 

Kia Carens, Carens Clavis CNG: Engine

The 1.5-litre petrol-CNG engine makes 92 bhp and 123 Nm when running on CNG. That is roughly 20 bhp and 21 Nm less than the petrol version of the same engine. Kia says it has recalibrated the engine specifically for CNG and worked to keep the drop in performance under control. The company has not yet shared an official fuel-efficiency figure.

 

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The CNG system has also brought a few mechanical changes. Both MPVs get retuned suspension to deal with the added weight, while the CNG versions run on 16-inch wheels and get upgraded front disc brakes.

 

Kia Carens, Carens Clavis CNG: Boot space

The CNG tank is mounted inside the boot along with retaining the three-row layout but at the expense of luggage space. Boot capacity drops by 100 litres compared with 216 litres in the petrol versions.

The spare wheel remains positioned underneath the vehicle. Kia says the CNG derivatives have been developed from the ground up rather than being a retrofitment. 

 

Kia Carens, Carens Clavis CNG: Variants

The CNG option will not be available across the entire range. On the Carens Clavis, it will be offered on the HTE and HTE (O) variants. The older Carens will get the factory-fitted CNG kit only on the Premium trim. 

 

The CNG addition gives the Carens and Carens Clavis another option alongside their existing powertrains. The Carens Clavis, in particular, is already available with petrol, diesel and electric powertrains.

 

Kia has yet to announce the prices of the Carens and Carens Clavis CNG. We expect it to be rolled out in the coming weeks.

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2027 Kia Sorento Launched In India At Rs 27.99 Lakh

Kia India has launched the all-new Sorento SUV in India with prices starting from Rs 27.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The Sorento is Kia’s first strong hybrid model for the Indian market and will come with a three-row seating configuration as standard. Buyers can also choose the familiar 2.2-litre diesel engine, also used in the Carnival.
 

 

Also read: Kia Sorento SUV India Launch LIVE Updates: Price, Specifications, Images And More
 

Kia Sorento Variant	2.2 Diesel 7-seater	2.2 Diesel 6-seater	1.6 Petrol Hybrid 7-seater	1.6 Petrol Hybrid 6-seater
HTE	Rs 27.99 lakh	---	Rs 29.49 lakh	---
HTE(O)	Rs 29.49 lakh	---	Rs 30.99 lakh	---
HTK	Rs 32.49 lakh	Rs 32.69 lakh	Rs 33.99 lakh	Rs 34.19 lakh
HTK (A)	Rs 33.49 lakh	Rs 33.69 lakh	Rs 34.99 lakh	Rs 35.19 lakh
HTK (A) Black Line	Rs 33.69 lakh	Rs 33.89 lakh	Rs 35.19 lakh	Rs 35.39 lakh
HTX AWD	Rs 37.49 lakh	Rs 37.69 lakh	Rs 38.99 lakh	Rs 39.19 lakh
HTX Black Line AWD	Rs 37.69 lakh	Rs 37.89 lakh	Rs 39.19 lakh	Rs 39.39 lakh
HTX (A) AWD	Rs 38.49 lakh	Rs 38.69 lakh	Rs 39.99 lakh	Rs 40.19 lakh
HTX (A) Black Line AWD	Rs 38.69 lakh	Rs 38.89 lakh	Rs 40.19 lakh	Rs 40.39 lakh

On the design side, the Sorento gets several familiar Kia design touches, including the Tiger Nose grille and cube-style lighting elements in the headlamps. The India-spec SUV also gets some small styling changes over the global iteration, including higher-set roof rails and different alloy wheel designs.
 

 

Inside, buyers get a three-row seating configuration as standard, with select variants offered with captain seats in the second row. The dashboard follows Kia’s contemporary design with a pair of freestanding 12.3-inch screens housed within a single binacle taking pride of place atop the dashboard. As with some other Kia models, the Sorento gets dual-purpose controls on the centre console, switchable between infotainment and air conditioning, while the gear selector and drive and traction mode switches sit on the central floor console.
 

On the variant front, the Sorento is offered in six trim levels - HTE, HTE(O), HTK, HTK(A), HTX and HTX(A). In base spec, the Sorento offers features such as a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat, a reverse camera, 18-inch alloy wheels and leatherette upholstery to name a few. The HTE(O) adds a panoramic sunroof to the package, along with a powered tailgate, a powered front passenger seat and ventilated front seats.
 

 

The HTK trims get a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, blind spot monitoring, 360-degree cameras, a Bose sound system, 19-inch alloys and ambient lighting. The HTK (A) adds Level 2 ADAS with 21 safety features to the package. The HTX meanwhile gets all the bells and whistles, including ventilated seats in the second row, heads-up display, front & rear dash cam and 10 airbags, to name a few. The HTX (A) meanwhile offers an enhanced ADAS suite with 30 features.
 

On the powertrain front, the strong hybrid features a 1.6-litre petrol engine paired with an electric motor. Kia says that the petrol engine is good for 177 bhp, with the electric motor making 64 bhp. Torque output stands at 265 Nm. The 2.2 diesel, meanwhile, makes 190 bhp and 442 Nm. The hybrid is offered with a 6-speed automatic gearbox, while the diesel features an 8-speed DCT unit. Both powertrains are available in front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations depending on the variant.

 

All prices, ex-showroom.

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Kia Sorento SUV India Launch LIVE Updates: Price, Specifications, Images And More

Kia is all set to launch the Sorento in India today, September 4, 2026. The three-row SUV will sit at the top of the brand's Internal Combustion Range lineup in the Indian market. The Sorento is being built at Kia's manufacturing facility in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, where production commenced last month.  

Bookings for the Sorento have been open with reservations kicking off from early August. In India, it will take on other three-row premium SUVs such as the Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tayron. 

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Simple Wave Electric Scooter Full Prices Announced: 5 kWh Variant Priced At Rs 1.90 Lakh

Simple Energy has announced the full price list for its new Wave electric scooter, with the range now stretching from Rs 1.10 lakh to Rs 1.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The company had revealed the starting price at launch, but has now detailed prices for all six variants.

 

 

The Wave is available in three trim levels: Wave S, Wave and Wave+, with four battery pack options spread across the range. Here's how the prices stack up:

 

Variant	Battery / Display	Price (ex-showroom)
Wave S	2.2 kWh	Rs 1.10 lakh
Wave S	2.7 kWh, LCD	Rs 1.40 lakh
Wave S	2.7 kWh, TFT	Rs 1.50 lakh
Wave	3.7 kWh, LCD	Rs 1.60 lakh
Wave	3.7 kWh, TFT	Rs 1.75 lakh
Wave+	5.0 kWh, TFT	Rs 1.90 lakh

 

At Rs 1.10 lakh, the entry-level Wave is Rs 10,000 more expensive than the Ather Konarc's Rs 1 lakh starting price. The gap gets considerably wider at the top, with the Rs 1.90 lakh Wave+ costing Rs 45,000 more than the Konarc's current Rs 1.45 lakh top-spec variant.

 

Also Read: Simple Wave vs Ather Konarc: Battery, Range, Performance, Features Compared

The Wave's six variants give buyers plenty of scope to choose between battery capacity and equipment. The range starts with a 2.2 kWh battery offering a claimed 110 km range, while the 2.7 kWh and 3.7 kWh versions are rated for 132 km and 171 km, respectively. The range-topping 5.0 kWh battery increases the claimed range to 243 km (IDC range figures).

 

The Wave's electric motor produces a peak 6.4kW, while top speed is rated at 90 kmph. The scooter gets three riding modes – Ride, Eco and ECOX – with Sport mode offered on the higher variants.

 

Also Read: Simple Wave Electric Scooter Launched At Rs 1.10 Lakh; Up To 243 Km Range

Simple says the scooter offers up to 70 litres of total storage, including a 63-litre underseat compartment, a 3-litre glovebox and a separate 4-litre auxiliary storage space built into the side panels. The latter is called Pill and comes at an additional cost.

 

The Wave sits on a tubular steel frame, telescopic front suspension and twin rear shock absorbers. It rides on 12-inch alloy wheels and gets a front disc brake and rear drum brake, with CBS as standard.

 

Also Read: Ather Konarc vs TVS iQube: Specifications Compared

Depending on the variant, the Wave gets either a 7-inch TFT display or a 5-inch negative LCD unit. The TFT-equipped versions add Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, GPS tracking, call and music controls, USB charging and OTA updates. Higher variants also get additional equipment such as traction control, regenerative braking, hill-hold assist, reverse and crawl modes, along with vehicle tracking. LED lighting is standard across the range.

 

Simple offers a portable 750W charger for the Wave and says 0-80 per cent takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. 

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Simple Wave Electric Scooter Launched At Rs 1.10 Lakh; Up To 243 Km Range

Simple Energy has expanded beyond its performance-focused electric scooters with the launch of the Simple Wave, its first family-oriented model. Designed specifically around everyday usage on the Indian motorist, the new electric scooter is offered in three variants and six configurations, with prices starting at Rs 1,09,999 introductory.

The Wave's biggest highlight is its focus on practicality. It offers up to 70 litres of storage, that includes a 63-litre under-seat compartment, a 3-litre glovebox and unique 4-litre auxiliary storage space in the side panels. The new side storage space is called Pill and according to the company, is an industry-first feature, adding useful extra space without requiring riders to open the main storage compartment.

Following table provides a spec-wise breakup of the variants and configurations:

Specs	Simple Wave+	Simple Wave TFT	Simple Wave EBN	Simple Wave S TFT	Simple Wave S EBN	Simple Wave S EBN
Battery	5 kWh	3.7 kWh	3.7 kWh	2.7 kWh	2.7 kWh	2.2 kWh
IDC Range	243	171	171	132	132	110
Motor Power (kWh)	6.4	6.4	6.4	6.4	6.4	4.5
Colours	6	6	6	4	4	2

The Wave uses a tubular steel frame with telescopic front suspension and twin rear shock absorbers. It rides on 12-inch alloy wheels and uses a front disc and rear drum brake setup with CBS. Interestingly, Simple Energy has opted for a chain-drive transmission across the range instead of the belt or direct-drive systems which are more commonly seen on electric scooters. The scooter comes with three ride modes Ride, Eco and ECOX, while higher variants add a Sport mode.

With a 775 mm seat height and 175 mm ground clearance, the scooter has been designed with typical Indian urban conditions in mind. Its battery and motor are also rated IP67 for protection against water and dust. Charging options include a portable 750W charger, while the range-topping Wave+ supports fast charging, with a claimed 0-80 per cent charging time of 2 hours 15 minutes.

Depending on the variant, the Wave gets either a 7-inch TFT display or a 5-inch EBN unit. The TFT-equipped versions offer Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, GPS tracking, call and music controls, USB charging and OTA updates. Higher variants also add features such as traction control, regenerative braking, hill-hold assist, reverse and crawl modes and vehicle tracking. LED lighting is standard across the range.

 

Bookings for the Simple Wave are now open through Simple Energy's touchpoints, with deliveries scheduled to begin from the last week of September 2026. 

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Simple Wave Electric Scooter LAUNCH Live Updates: Price, Specifications, Images

Bengaluru-based Simple Energy is set to launch the Wave, its first electric scooter aimed at the family scooter segment in India today. Unlike the Simple One and the Simple Ultra, which focus more on performance, the Wave is essentially for family-oriented buyers. The brand states that Wave has been developed around practicality, everyday usability and technology. 
 

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All-New Mitsubishi Pajero SUV Revealed With 2.4L Diesel Engine, S-AWC

Mitsubishi Motors has taken the wraps off the new Pajero. It gets a 7-seater layout and sits on a ladder-frame chassis. The SUV is powered by a 2.4-litre diesel engine that produces 480 Nm of peak torque. Furthermore, for improved off-road capability, it is equipped with the brand’s S-AWC (Super All-Wheel Control) technology. The SUV will be manufactured in Thailand and will eventually be offered in the Japanese and Australian markets.

This is a developing story. Please stay tuned

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Auto Sales August 2026: Maruti, Hyundai, Mahindra Report Strong Growth

India’s major carmakers had a strong August, with all manufacturers so far reporting year-on-year growth in sales. Mahindra and Tata Motors posted the sharpest gains, while Maruti Suzuki continued to lead the market by a wide margin.

 

Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki sold 2,19,220 units in August 2026, including 1,80,078 units in the domestic market, 5,298 units supplied to other OEMs and 33,844 units exported. The company also crossed the one-million-unit mark in total sales within the first five months of FY2026-27.

 

Its domestic passenger vehicle sales stood at 1,76,971 units, compared with 1,31,278 units in August 2025. For the April-August period, Maruti sold 8,98,402 passenger vehicles domestically, up from 6,62,626 units during the same period last year.

 

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Mahindra Auto

Mahindra recorded total auto sales of 1,07,648 units in August, including exports, registering a 42 per cent year-on-year increase. Its SUV range continued to be the main driver, with domestic sales rising 50 per cent to 59,257 units, compared with 39,399 units in August 2025.

 

Including exports, Mahindra sold 61,167 utility vehicles during the month. For the first five months of FY2026-27, domestic utility vehicle sales stood at 2,94,050 units, compared with 2,41,337 units in the corresponding period of FY2025-26, marking a 22 per cent increase.

 

Tata Motors

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles reported total domestic and international sales of 67,753 units in August 2026, up 56 per cent from 43,315 units in August last year. Domestic passenger vehicle sales, including EVs, rose 59 per cent to 65,253 units from 41,001 units.

 

Tata’s electric vehicle sales saw an even bigger jump. The company sold 16,549 EVs across domestic and international markets during August, compared with 8,540 units a year earlier, registering a 94 per cent increase.

 

Also Read: Hyundai Bayon-Based SUV Spied Ahead Of Festive Season Launch

 

Hyundai India

Hyundai Motor India recorded total sales of 65,796 units in August, including exports, up 8.8 per cent year-on-year. Domestic sales accounted for 54,396 units, a 23.6 per cent increase over the same month last year. 

 

Hyundai said the August domestic figure was its highest-ever for the month. The company’s domestic sales during the April-August period also grew 12.6 per cent year-on-year.

 

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Kia India

Kia India dispatched 29,042 units in August 2026, compared with 19,608 units in August 2025, registering a 48.1 per cent increase. The company described it as its best-ever August wholesale performance since entering the Indian market. 

 

Kia’s year-to-date wholesales for 2026 stood at 2,20,991 units, compared with 1,83,882 units during the corresponding period last year, marking a 20.1 per cent increase. 

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Simple Wave Electric Scooter Launch Tomorrow: What To Expect?

Bengaluru-based Simple Energy is set to launch the Wave, its first electric scooter aimed at the family scooter segment, tomorrow, September 2, 2026. The new model will sit below the Simple One in the company’s line-up. 

 

Also Read: New Simple Wave Electric Scooter To Launch On September 2

 

Simple Energy has not revealed the full specifications yet, but says the Wave has been developed around practicality, everyday usability and technology. Unlike the Simple One and the Simple Ultra, which focus more on performance, the Wave is essentially for family-oriented buyers.

 

Simple Wave: All We Know So Far

The company states that the Wave has been developed leveraging the experience and engineering from the Simple One, which means it shares the same underpinnings. Previous Spy shots of test scooters have already revealed some details, including a large single-piece seat, telescopic front suspension and twin shocks at the rear. A front disc and rear drum are expected to handle braking duties, while test mules have also been seen with a TFT instrument display.

 

The scooter is also expected to have a claimed range of around 180km; top speed could be 70 kmph, although Simple Energy is yet to confirm. Moreover, the charging port appears to be positioned on the front apron.

 

Also Read: Simple Energy To Unveil Its First Family Electric Scooter On September 2

The Wave is expected to ride on 12-inch wheels at both ends. Simple Energy is yet to reveal the battery capacity or motor specifications, so details such as peak power, torque and performance will only be known tomorrow.

 

The brand is expected to announce the Wave’s variants, battery options, charging specifications and pricing at tomorrow’s launch. Once launched, the Wave will enter a crowded family-scooter segment, competing with the Ather Konarc, Ather Rizta, Bajaj Chetak and TVS iQube among others. 

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2027 Kia Sorento Diesel Spied Outside Dealership: What To Expect

The launch of the Kia Sorento is around the corner, but a video of the SUV arriving at a dealership has already surfaced online. The video shows the Sorento arriving at the dealership without camouflage, revealing its exterior and interior design elements. This is the most detailed video of the India-spec Sorento yet.

 

Kia Sorento: What To Expect

 

From the exterior, the SUV looks very similar to the model sold in international markets. It gets Kia's ice-cube LED projector headlights, stacked vertically on both sides. 

 

Furthermore, it can be seen with LED fog lights integrated into the lower grille. Adding to the fascia is Kia’s iconic Tiger Nose grille, which is upright and gives the SUV a strong road presence.

Towards the side, it gets heavy body cladding and chrome garnish around the windows. It also gets roof rails, which further add to the rugged and sturdy look of the SUV. Moreover, it comes with diamond-cut 19-inch alloy wheels.

 

Also Read: Kia Sorento SUV For India Revealed In Official Images; Production Begins Ahead Of Sept 4 Launch

 

At the rear, it gets a small set of taillights, along with an additional stop light mounted on the spoiler. The lower portion of the rear continues with the body cladding, complemented by bold silver garnish.

The interior is the main talking point. It gets a host of features and appears to be the second-top variant of the 7-seater version. It gets an all-white interior compared to the tan leather interior seen on the top-spec 6-seater variant that was spied earlier. The variant shown here gets a 60:40 split-folding second row.

 

Moreover, it gets a panoramic sunroof, a grey-and-white interior colour option, a dual-screen setup and retractable sunshades for second-row passengers.

 

In detail, the interior is equipped with several useful features, including a Bose audio system, ventilated front seats, a rotary driving selector and wireless charging. Paired with the dual-screen setup is a 360-degree camera system.

For the second and third rows, the SUV gets dedicated AC vents. For the second row, the AC vents are placed below the centre console, right ahead of the middle passenger. For the third row, we can see a 12V socket and Type-C charging ports. In the boot, it gets an electronic tailgate opener. Furthermore, it is expected to come equipped with ADAS.

 

On the powertrain front, the variant shown here gets an 8-speed DCT gearbox, which could be paired with the 2.2-litre diesel engine. This engine produces 200 bhp and 441 Nm of torque.

 

The upcoming model is also expected to come with a 1.6-litre hybrid petrol engine, which could be mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. This powertrain produces 240 bhp and 380 Nm of torque.

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Mahindra XEV 9S, XEV 9e Now Available With BaaS; Prices Start At Rs 12.65 Lakh

Mahindra has expanded its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) programme to the XEV 9S and XEV 9e, bringing down the upfront price of its two electric SUVs The scheme was recently introduced by the brand with the recently launched BE 6 Sporteq and has now expanded to the carmaker's entire electric SUV lineup. 

 

Also Read: Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Launched At Rs 19.45 Lakh

Under the BaaS model, buyers pay separately for the vehicle and its battery. This means the battery cost is removed from the initial vehicle price, while customers pay an effective usage fee of Rs 3.75 per kilometre for the battery.

 

XEV 9S Variants	Battery	BaaS price
One Above	59kWh	Rs 12.65 lakh
One Above	79kWh	Rs 12.65 lakh
Two Above	70kWh	Rs 16.05 lakh
Two Above	79kWh	Rs 15.95 lakh
Three	79kWh	Rs 17.85 lakh
Three Above	79kWh	Rs 19.95 lakh

 

With this, the XEV 9S starts at Rs 12.65 lakh under BaaS, compared with Rs 20.65 lakh for the SUV’s full purchase price. This saves Rs 8 lakh on the upfront cost at the entry-level.

 

XEV 9e Variants	Battery	BaaS price
One	59kWh	Rs 13.90 lakh
Two	79kWh	Rs 16.50 lakh
Three Cineluxe	79kWh	Rs 19.35 lakh
Three	79kWh	Rs 20.50 lakh

 

The XEV 9e, meanwhile, starts at Rs 13.90 lakh with BaaS, down from its starting price of Rs 21.90 lakh. Here too, buyers opting for the BaaS scheme can save Rs 8 lakh on the upfront cost. All prices are ex-showroom, with the regular XEV 9S and XEV 9e prices mentioned without the charger.

 

The BaaS programme was initially introduced with the BE 6 Sporteq, where Mahindra says the response from customers encouraged it to extend the scheme to the rest of its Electric models. Under the programme, the BE 6 Sporteq can be bought for Rs 11.45 lakh, with the battery charged at an effective usage cost of Rs 3.75 per kilometre.

 

Also Read: Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Formula E Freedom Edition Launched At Rs 24.45 Lakh

JSW MG Motor India was the first manufacturer in India to introduce this model with the Windsor, after which Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, Kia and Hyundai, among others, have also introduced similar schemes.

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