As 2024 nears its end, Kia is set to wrap up the year with the launch of its latest SUV, the Kia Syros. This new addition will be the brand’s fifth SUV in India, promising to add more excitement to the lineup. After weeks of anticipation and a series of teasers, the Syros is finally ready to debut tomorrow, 19th December. Here’s everything we’ve discovered so far about the Kia Syros.
Design
Kia Syros will be the first India-made SUV to showcase the brand’s Design 2.0 philosophy. Inspired by the EV9, the Syros features a bold front design with vertically stacked LED DRLs, a chunky bumper, and a high bonnet, giving it a rugged look. The tall-boy SUV silhouette combines practicality with a touch of modern elegance, thanks to premium features like flush-type door handles. At the rear, the Syros stands out with sleek, high-mounted L-shaped wrap-around LED taillights, seamlessly integrated into the roofline.
Features
The Kia Syros is set to come loaded with a variety of features, including ADAS, a panoramic sunroof, reclining rear seats with ventilation, to name just a few. Positioned between the Sonet and Seltos, the Syros is expected to borrow several key features from its siblings, such as the 10.25-inch dual-screen setup, dual-zone automatic climate control, wireless charger, 360-degree camera, and more. While the complete list of features has yet to be revealed, teasers have offered glimpses of a new steering wheel, ambient lighting, USB Type-C ports, and terrain modes. We can also expect the Syros to come with 6 airbags as standard for enhanced safety.
Engine
Under the hood, Syros is expected to feature similar engine options to those found in the Kia Sonet. These include a 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine producing 118 bhp and 172 Nm of torque, along with a 1.5-litre diesel engine delivering 116 bhp and 250 Nm of torque. Additionally, a 1.5-litre petrol engine option is also anticipated. Transmission choices are expected to include a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed torque converter automatic, a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCT), and also a 6-speed iMT.
Bookings and Delivery
Selected Kia dealerships across the country have started accepting unofficial bookings for the new Syros for Rs. 21,000 ahead of its global debut on December 19. The delivery of the SUV is expected to start from early 2025.
