Kia Syros variant-wise features, colours explained

Kia has debuted its new compact SUV, the Syros, for which the bookings will begin on January 3, and the launch will happen in February. The Syros will be available with two engine options and in six trims. Here, we find out just how well-equipped these six trims are, the powertrain they come with and the colours available.

Kia Syros colours

All variants of the Syros get eight monotone colour options, including a new one called Frost Blue. The other seven exterior finishes, namely Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Intense Red, Imperial Blue, Pewter Olive, Gravity Grey and Aurora Black Pearl, can be seen on either the Sonet or Seltos.

Kia Syros engine and gearbox

The unveiling has confirmed our previous report of the Kia Syros being powered by familiar turbocharged engines – a 120hp, 172Nm, 1.0-litre petrol and a 116hp, 250Nm, 1.5-litre diesel. As for gearbox options, a 6-speed manual is standard on both. However, the petrol has a 7-speed dual-clutch auto option from the lower-spec HTK+ trim, while the diesel has a 6-speed torque convertor automatic option from the higher-spec HTX+ trim.

Kia Syros SUV variant-wise features

Kia Syros HTK

Powertrain: 1.0 petrol 6MT

• Halogen headlamps
• 15-inch steel wheels with cover
• Flush-fitting door handles
• Shark fin antenna
• Black and grey dual-tone interior
• Semi-leatherette seats
• 4.2-inch MID
• 12.3-inch HD touchscreen
• 4 speakers
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
• Rear-view camera with dynamic guidelines
• C-Type USB charger (two each at front and rear)
• Tilt adjust steering
• All door power windows with illumination
• Centre console with armrest and cup holders
• Rear bench-type seat
• Front passenger adjustable headrest
• Remote key with central locking
• Day and night interior rear-view mirror (IRVM)
• Electrically adjustable outside rear-view mirrors (ORVMs)
• Manual AC
• Rear AC vents
• Rear door sunshade curtains

Kia Syros HTK (O)

Powertrain: 1.0 petrol 6MT/1.5 diesel 6MT

Features in addition to HTK

• Sunroof
• 16-inch alloy wheels (diesel only)
• 15-inch steel wheels with full cover (petrol only)
• Driver seat height adjust
• Electrically adjustable ORVMs with auto fold and turn signal
• Roof rails
• 2 tweeters

Kia Syros HTK+

Powertrain: 1.0 petrol 6MT, 7DCT/1.5 diesel 6MT

Features in addition to HTK (O)

• 16-inch alloy wheels
• Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
• Cloud Blue and Grey dual-tone interior with Mint Green accents
• Semi leatherette seats
• Keyless entry with push button start/stop (petrol-DCT only)
• Remote driver door window up/down (petrol-DCT only)
• Paddle shifters (petrol-DCT only)
• 60:40 split rear seats with slide and recline
• Rear centre armrest with cup holders
• Rear parcel shelf
• Driver one-touch auto up/down
• Cruise control
• Adjustable rear seat headrests
• Rear disc brakes (petrol-DCT only)
• Follow-me-home headlamps (petrol-DCT only)
• Drive modes – Eco, Normal, Sport (petrol-DCT only)
• Traction control modes – Sand, Mud, Snow
• Front centre armrest and retractable cup holder (MT only)

Kia Syros HTX

Powertrain: 1.0 petrol 6MT, 7DCT/1.5 diesel 6MT

Features in addition to HTK+

• LED headlamps, daytime running lights and tail-lamps
• Cloud Blue and Grey leatherette seats
• Dual-tone leatherette wrapped steering, gear knob
• Remote windows up/down
• Front ventilated seats
• Rear wiper and washer
• All windows one-touch auto up/down
• Electric parking brake with auto-hold (petrol-DCT only)

Kia Syros HTX+

Powertrain: 1.0 petrol 7DCT/1.5 diesel 6AT

Features in addition to HTX

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Puddle lamps with Kia logo projection
• Dual-tone interiors with Matte Orange accents
• Dual-tone grey leatherette seats
• Alloy pedals
• 64-colour ambient lighting
• 12.3-inch HD MID
• 5-inch touchscreen for climate control 
• 8-speaker Harman Kardon system 
• Kia Connect 2.0 in-car connectivity suite
• OTA software updates with Kia remote diagnostics
• Air purifier with AQI display
• Smart dashcam with dual camera with mobile app
• Rear ventilated seats
• Automatic day/night IRVM
• Smartphone wireless charger
• Four-way powered driver seat adjust

Kia Syros HTX+ (O)

Powertrain: 1.0 petrol 7DCT/ 1.5 diesel 6AT

Features in addition to HTX+

• Front and rear parking sensors
• 360-degree camera
• Blind spot monitor
• Level 2 ADAS

All variants of the Kia Syros come with standard safety features like six airbags, ESC and vehicle stability management.

Considering the list of features and engine options available, not to mention the size and expected price point, the Kia Syros will compete with the likes of Mahindra XUV 3XO, Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza and the recently launched Skoda Kylaq.

Also see:

Kia Syros walkaround video

Kia Syros makes world debut

Kia Syros image gallery