36 Kia Syros Booked Every Hour Since Launch, Automatic Makes For Almost 40%

Kia has attracted huge interest from customers with its second compact SUV in our market after the Sonet

Kia Syros has managed to bag an impressive over 20,000 bookings after the official launch on February 1, 2025. That is quite impressive since it caters to a slightly niche set of potential customers who are looking for something between the Sonet and Seltos. In all honesty, there aren’t too many direct rivals because there is barely any gap between the compact and mid-size SUV segments in India. Still, the Korean auto giant has been able to offer a distinct product which has a basis in its international lineup which includes new-age design, high practicality and the latest tech amenities.

36 Kia Syros Booked Every Hour Since Launch

As per the official press release, Kia announced that the total bookings for the Syros have crossed 20,163 units. What is more fascinating is that 38% of these are for the automatic variants. Apart from that, 67% of the total bookings are for the petrol trims. Since it is aimed at people who prefer all the bells and whistles, it comes as no surprise that 46% of buyers went for the top variants. In terms of colour preferences, 32% of customers chose the Glacier White Pearl paint, while 26% and 20% want the Aurora Black Pearl and Frost Blue, respectively. It is one of the most feature-packed products in this space. The main highlights incorporate:

• 30-inch Trinity Panoramic Display Panel including:
• 12.3-inch HD Display Instrument Cluster
• 12.3-inch HD Touchscreen Navigation Cockpit
• 5-inch Touchscreen – Fully Automatic Air Conditioner Control
• Harman Kardon Premium 8 Speakers Sound System
• Panoramic Sunroof
• 64-Colour Ambient Mood Lighting
• 2nd-row Seat Ventilation with Slide and Recline (Segment-first)
• Dual Tone Grey Leatherette Seats
• 465-litre Boot Space
• 4-Way Powered Driver Seat
• Front and Rear Ventilated Seats
• Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold
• Smartphone Wireless Charger
• Smart Pure  Air Purifier with AQI Display
• Auto Antiglare Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect Controls
• Smart Dashcam with Dual Camera
• Kia Connect with ‘Hey Kia’ Command
• Drive Modes – Eco, Normal and Sport
• Traction Control Modes – Sand, Mud and Snow
• Paddle Shifters
• 360-Degree Camera with Blind View Monitor in Cluster
• Rear Sun Shade Curtain
• Kia Connect 2.0
• Over-the-Air (OTA) Software Updates with Automatic Updating of 22 Controller (Segment-first)
• Hindi, English and Bengali VR Commands
• Valet Mode
• Lounge-inspired Interior Theme
• Best-in-Segment Head Room, Shoulder Room and Leg Room
• Find My Car with Surround View Monitor
• Stolen Vehicle Notification
• Remote Window Control
• 6 Airbags
• ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
• Electronic Stability Control
• Hill-start Assist Control
• Front and Rear Parking Sensors
• ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
• Level 2 ADAS
• Blind View Monitor in Cluster
• 360-Degree Camera

Specs

The Kia Syros is available in two powertrain options, making it one of the few cars in this segment to do so. This includes a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel mill which generate a familiar 120 PS / 172 Nm and 116 PS / 250 Nm of peak power and torque, respectively. In terms of the transmission options, the petrol version is available with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT automatic gearbox, whereas the diesel engine is mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The prices range from Rs 9 lakh to Rs 17.80 lakh, ex-showroom.

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