EV Revolution: Kia India Unveils Syros EV with Segment-First 526 km Range; Pre-Bookings Open Today

Battery, Range, and Performance: Breaking the 500 km Barrier

The Kia Syros EV addresses the core needs of Indian families by offering exceptional performance paired with advanced engineering. Built on Kia’s reinforced K1 platform, the SUV features an advanced Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery pack with an IP67 certification and a liquid-cooled thermal management system tailored for diverse Indian weather conditions.

Buyers can choose between two distinct configurations:

• Extended Range Version: Equipped with a 51.4 kWh battery, it delivers a segment-best, ARAI-certified range of 526 km (MIDC Full)—making it the first vehicle in its segment to cross the 500 km mark. It clocks a 0–100 kmph sprint in just 8.1 seconds.

• Standard Version: Powered by a 42 kWh battery, offering an ARAI-certified range of 443 km (MIDC Full).

Charging Capabilities: The Syros EV features segment-leading DC fast charging, capable of juicing up the battery from 10% to 80% in just 39 minutes using a 100 kW fast charger. It also supports a 10.8 kW onboard AC charger and comes with a unique Battery Conditioning feature to optimize temperatures for faster charging speeds.

 Industry-First Ownership Package to Eliminate EV Anxiety

Recognizing that modern EV buyers look beyond just range, Kia India has introduced a comprehensive ownership ecosystem designed to eliminate anxieties surrounding long-term value and costs:

1. Lifetime High Voltage Battery Warranty: An industry-first assurance demonstrating Kia's ultimate confidence in its battery durability.

2. Assured Buyback Programme: Guarantees strong residual value for owners at the time of resale.

3. Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS): A flexible financing option that lowers the upfront acquisition cost of the vehicle by separating the battery cost from the vehicle purchase price.

Furthermore, Kia introduces K-Charge via the MyKia app. This ecosystem unifies over 20,300 charging points across India's top 23 Charge Point Operators (CPOs) into a single platform with a unified wallet. Backed by 129+ dealership fast chargers and 275+ EV-ready workshops, public charging is made completely seamless.

 Futuristic Design & Progressive SUV Stance

Inspired by Kia's global EV design language, the Syros EV retains a bold, upright SUV silhouette enhanced by EV-specific aesthetics:

• Front: Kia’s Signature Digital Tiger Face flanked by Ice Cube MFR LED headlamps, Star Map LED DRLs with integrated turn indicators, and standard front LED fog lamps.

• Sides & Rear: First-in-segment Auto Streamline Door Handles, R17 43.66 cm (17-inch) Crystal Cut Dual-Tone Aero Alloy Wheels (16-inch option available), black high-gloss skid plates with aero inserts, and premium Star Map LED tail lamps.

Inside the Cabin: Segment-First Tech and Premium Comfort

The interior of the Syros EV is tech-laden, centered around a first-in-segment 76.20 cm (30-inch) Wide Trinity Panoramic Display Panel. This massive setup seamlessly integrates:

• A 31.24 cm (12.3-inch) HD digital instrument cluster.

• A 31.24 cm (12.3-inch) HD touchscreen infotainment system powered by Kia Connect 2.0 (offering 95+ connected features and Over-the-Air software updates).

• A dedicated 12.7 cm (5-inch) climate control interface.

Premium Conveniences: The cabin boasts a premium Harman Kardon 8-speaker sound system, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, 64-color ambient lighting, a smart dual-camera dashcam, ventilated front and rear seats, a 4-way power driver’s seat, a new 100W front USB-C fast charger, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, and a useful 16-liter front trunk (frunk).

 Uncompromised Safety: Level 2 ADAS as Standard

Kia has loaded the Syros EV with elite safety tech, headlined by a Level 2 ADAS suite featuring 16 autonomous functions, including Front Collision-Avoidance Assist (for cars, pedestrians, cyclists, and junctions), Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Keeping Assist, and High Beam Assist. Urban parking is made effortless with a 360-degree camera, a Blind View Monitor in the cluster, and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist–Reverse (PCA-R).

Additionally, the SUV comes with 25 Standard Hi-Safety features, including 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC), All-Wheel Disc Brakes, and an Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold.

 Trims and Colour Customization

The Kia Syros EV will be available across seven distinct trims spread over the two battery pack options.

• Exterior Options: Buyers can choose from 9 sophisticated shades: Glacier White Pearl, Frost Blue, Gravity Grey, Pewter Olive, Magma Red, Ivory Silver Matte, Ivory Silver Gloss, Aurora Black Pearl, and the range-topping X-Line exclusive Xclusive Matte Graphite.

• Interior Themes: Multiple premium options include Cloud Blue & Grey, Onyx Black & Off-White, and an X-Line exclusive Onyx Black & Hunter Green theme.