Kia Launches Its Premium Syros Sub-4m SUV! Prices Start From Rs 9 lakh

Quick Highlights

• Kia Syros launched at Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom) 

• Available in six different variants: HTK, HTK (O), HTK+, HTX, HTX+ and HTX+ (O)

• Gets dual 12.3-inch displays, ventilated front and rear seats, a panoramic sunroof and level-2 ADAS 

• Comes with a 1-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine with both manual and automatic transmissions on offer

• Deliveries are to commence from mid-February

Kia has launched yet another SUV in the sub-4-metre space, and it is the Syros which is a more premium offering in the segment. In Kia’s lineup, it will be positioned between the Sonet and the Seltos, with prices beginning from Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom). It is offered in multiple variants, has a premium interior with plenty of features and is available in several variants. 

Without further ado, let’s take a look at its price range and other details: 

Design

The Syros gets a sharp fascia with plenty of modern design elements such as the blanked-out tiger nose grille which will remind you of the EV 9. It gets vertically stacked LED headlights which are complemented by vertical LED DRLs. Furthermore, you get a silver skid plate which adds a contrast. 

It gets a boxy silhouette with rugged and premium design elements. It sports 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, with a design similar to those on the EV9. Roof rails and chunky silver body cladding add to the rugged appearance. For a premium touch, it gets flush door handles. 

The rear comes with L-shaped LED taillights near the rear window which is in line with Kia’s modern design language. It has a flat rear end which complements the boxy design. Other elements include a rear wiper and a shark-fin antenna. 

The Kia Syros comes in 8 monotone exterior colour options: Sparkling Silver, Gravity Grey, Imperial Blue, Intense Red, Pewter Olive, Glacier White, Aurora Black and Frost Blue. Here is a look at its dimensions: 

Interior And Features 

Get inside and the cabin of the Syros welcomes you with a premium feel, featuring three dual-tone interior themes. The design and layout of the dashboard are very different from the Sonet and Seltos and draw inspiration from the more premium Kia cars such as the Carnival and EV9. 

The Syros is mainly about the rear seat comfort; you not only get segment-first features like rear ventilation but also get oodles of space with the option of reclining and sliding the seats as per your convenience. 

The Kia Syros comes with top-notch features such as a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Android Auto and AppleCarplay, a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display, a 5-inch touchscreen for climate control, a four-way power adjustable driver’s seat, a panoramic sunroof and 64-colour ambient lighting. Apart from these, it also gets ventilated front and rear seats, an 8-speaker Harman/Kardon sound system, and a wireless phone charger.

Safety is taken care of by level-2 ADAS features, front, side and rear parking sensors, 6 standard airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), a dual dashcam setup, ISOFIX child seat mounts, a 360-degree camera, and an electronic parking brake with auto hold.

Powertrain 

Here is a look at its powertrain specifications in detail: 

Rivals 

The Kia Syros lock horns with SUVs like the Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Citroen Basalt, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Nissan Magnite, and Kia Sonet. It also gives a tough fight to larger SUVs like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Honda Elevate. 

We believe that the Syros will be able to offer a more premium and sophisticated experience in the subcompact SUV space, with a prime focus on offering a great rear seat. It is unique and will stand out for sure, but are you a fan of its polarizing design? Let us know in the comments below.