The base variant, the Kia Syros HTK, comes equipped with a 1.0-litre petrol engine and a six-speed manual transmission. It boasts exterior features such as 15-inch steel wheels, halogen headlamps, and silver skid plates. The interior is not left behind, with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, reverse camera, and rear AC vents.

Where the company's portfolio is concerned, new Kia Syros is positioned above Sonet sub 4m SUV and below Seltos compact SUV.

Kia Syros is the latest SUV from the South Korean automaker joining the lineup comprising Seltos, Sonet, Carens, Carnival etc.

Kia India recently unveiled its much-awaited Syros compact SUV, slated for release in 2025. Positioned as a competitor to popular sub-compact SUVs like the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, and Maruti Suzuki Brezza,

In this report, the newly revealed Kia Syros goes up against the mighty Tata Nexon, in terms of dimensions, features, and powertrain.

Kia Syros will be placed above the Sonet in the brand's lineup in the country and will be a relatively more premium offering.

The Kia Syros is the Korean carmaker's second sub-compact SUV after the Kia Sonet. It is positioned above the Sonet and aims to offer improved interior space and features while benefitting from the lower taxes that sub-4-metre vehicles get.

The Kia Syros is the most premium sub-4m SUV in India right now while the Kylaq is Skoda’s first-ever offering in this segment.

The Syros is 22 mm wider and 61 mm taller than the Skoda Kylaq. The Syros also offers 19 litres of extra boot space compared to the Kylaq. Note that the boot figure in Kylaq is counted till the roof, not till the parcel tray.

The Kia Syros, named for an island in the Mediterranean sea, has made its global debut, and the Korean brand has revealed nearly every detail of the new compact SUV, other than the price tag. While bookings for the Syros will commence from January 3,