The Kia Syros is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by the South Korean automaker Kia in India. It is positioned between the Sonet and the Seltos.[3] It was unveiled on 19 December 2024.[4]
| Kia Syros | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Kia |
| Model code | AY[1] |
| Production | January 2025 (to commence) |
| Assembly | India: Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh (Kia India) |
| Designer | Under the lead of Teck-koun Kim[2] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Hyundai-Kia K1 |
| Powertrain | |
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| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm (100 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,790–1,805 mm (70.5–71.1 in) |
| Height | 1,625–1,680 mm (64.0–66.1 in) |
The name "Syros" is derived from the Syros island in Greece.
Overview
editIt features a boxy shape inspired by the EV9. The headlamps are in vertical shape headlights and the rearlamps are in L–shaped rearlights. The brake lights are at the bottom of the rear bumper.[5]
In the Indian market, it is available in six grades; HTK, HTK (O), HTK+, HTX, HTX+, and HTX+ (O).[6]
References
edit- ^ "Kia India unveils new compact SUV - Syros; bookings start from January 3". ET Auto. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ^ "Bigger and better: Kia Syros a segment disrupter or a game changer?". Business Standard. 2024-12-21. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ "Kia's third SUV to slot in between Sonet and Seltos". Team-BHP. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ^ Kelshikar, Tushar. "Kia Syros unveiled in India; bookings open on January 3". Team-BHP. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ^ "The Kia Syros Is a Tiny Car With a Huge Personality". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- ^ "Kia Syros Expected Price Not Yet Announced, 2025 Launch Date, Images & Specs | Updates". CarDekho. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
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