Kia India recently unveiled the Syros EV. The company has also opened pre-bookings for the electric SUV at Rs 25,000 through its official website and dealerships. Offered with two battery pack options and a claimed driving range of up to 526 km, the Syros EV comes as the latest entrant in the growing segment. Here’s a look at the five biggest highlights of the new electric SUV.
Kia Syros EV : Up to 526 km claimed range
The Syros EV is available with two battery pack options. The larger 51.4 kWh battery offers an ARAI-certified range of 526 km, while the smaller 42 kWh battery is claimed to deliver 443 km on a full charge. Both versions are powered by a front-mounted electric motor producing 171 PS. Kia claims the larger battery variant can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 8.1 seconds.
Fast charging and battery tech
The electric SUV supports 100 kW DC fast charging, allowing the battery to be charged from 10 to 80 per cent in just 39 minutes. It also comes with a 10.8 kW onboard AC charger, battery conditioning technology and regenerative braking with i-Pedal mode for one-pedal driving.
EV-specific styling
While the Syros EV retains the overall design of its ICE sibling, it gets several electric vehicle-specific styling elements. These include Kia’s Digital Tiger Face, Ice Cube MFR LED headlamps, Star Map LED lighting, flush door handles and 17-inch dual-tone aero alloy wheels. Depending on the variant, buyers can also opt for 16-inch wheels.
Feature-loaded cabin
Inside, the Syros EV is equipped with a 30-inch Trinity Panoramic Display Panel that combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and a 5-inch display for climate controls. Other key features include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Kia Connect 2.0 with over 95 connected features, Over-the-Air updates, a Harman Kardon 8-speaker audio system, ventilated front and rear seats, a panoramic sunroof, a 4-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, ambient lighting, a smart dashcam and a 16-litre front trunk.
Safety and ownership benefits
The Syros EV comes with a Level 2 ADAS suite featuring 16 autonomous driving functions, including Front Collision Avoidance Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Following Assist. It also gets six airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management, Hill-start Assist, all-wheel disc brakes, an electronic parking brake with Auto Hold, a 360-degree camera and Blind View Monitor as part of its 25 standard safety features.To make EV ownership more convenient, Kia is also offering a Lifetime High Voltage Battery Warranty, an Assured Buyback programme and its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) financing option.The Kia Syros EV will be offered in seven variants across the two battery pack options. Buyers will be able to choose from nine exterior colours and multiple interior themes. The company is yet to announce prices for the electric SUV.
