Kia Syros to make its global debut on December 19, 2 powertrains expected

Kia is set to take the wraps off its new compact SUV – Syros. Kia Syros will make its global debut in India on December 19. India is a pivotal market for compact SUVs, with players like Hyundai, Maruti Suzuki, and Tata Motors already flourishing in the segment. The Syros will go on sale in January and will come with 2 powertrain options. It will be one of the few SUVs in the country to get a diesel engine option.

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Kia Syros: What to expect?

The teasers dropped by Kia for its upcoming SUV hint at a similar design language as the EV9. The front fascia is highlighted by vertical LED headlamps with integrated DRLs. The SUV has an upright nose and a boxy silhouette. The roof is expected to be flat at the rear fascia will have a similar upright posture. This will do wonders for the cabin space.

The Kia Syros will have a 5-seat interior layout. The automaker will deck the SUV with premium features like a large touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a digital instrument cluster, a panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, and an ADAS package.

Talking about the powertrain, the Kia Syros will come with 2 engine options – a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. The turbo petrol engine will generate a maximum power output of 120hp and 172Nm of torque. Buyers will have the option to link this engine with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT gearbox. Meanwhile, the diesel engine will produce a maximum power output of 115hp and 250Nm of torque. This engine will also get 2 transmission options – a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter gearbox. Interestingly, the Syros will not get the 1.2-litre NA engine that currently powers the Sonet.

Speaking on the initial reveal, Mr Gwanggu Lee MD, Kia India, said “The all-new Kia 2.0 SUV embodies our perennial commitment to break conventions with innovation, design excellence, and customer-centricity with our products. This SUV has been indigenously designed grounds up with inspiration from unrealized needs of Indian customers. It has a unique, progressive SUV design language that doesn’t follow the conventional SUV design anymore. This SUV is designed to delight customers with its segment-first features, exceptional performance, and unparalleled comfort. We are confident that it will resonate with discerning Indian buyers who demand the best.”

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Conclusion

As mentioned earlier, Kia Syros will go on sale in January 2025. Kia will launch the petrol variant first, followed by the diesel model. An all-electric model will join the Syros fleet later down the line. The SUV is expected to fetch around Rs 9 lakh. Upon launch, it will rival Hyundai Venue, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and Tata Nexon.