The Kia Syros is the Korean manufacturer's second compact SUV offering after the Sonet. Kia rejigged the variant lineup of the Syros in April 2026, revising its feature list as well as prices. Prices of the Syros petrol variants range between Rs 8.4 lakh and Rs 15 lakh, ex-showroom, while the diesel variants are priced between Rs 10 lakh and Rs 15.98 lakh. Read on for details on its engine options, variant-wise features and our recommended variant.
Kia Syros price list
*as of April 21, 2026.
Except for the range-starting HTE trim, petrol and diesel choices are offered with every variant. An automatic transmission option is available from the mid-spec HTK+ trim. The range-topping HTX(O) and HTX, however, do not get a manual gearbox.
Kia Syros engine and transmission options
Same turbo-petrol and diesel choices as the Sonet
Like the Sonet, the Syros offers the choice between 120hp, 172Nm 1-litre turbo-petrol and 116hp, 250Nm 1.5-litre diesel; the naturally aspirated petrol option is not available here. A 6-speed manual comes as standard, while the turbo-petrol gets the option of a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and the diesel can be paired with a 6-speed torque converter.
Kia Syros colours
9 monotone shades
All variants of the Syros get nine monotone colour options. These include: Gravity Grey, Frost Blue, Imperial Blue, Pewter Olive, Aurora Black, Glacier White, Ivory Silver, Ivory Silver matte and Magma Red.
Kia Syros features explained
HTE: Rs 8.4 lakh
Powertrain: 1L turbo-petrol with 6MT
- Halogen headlights
- LED front fog lamps
- 15-inch steel wheels with cover
- Flush-fitting door handles
- Shark-fin antenna
- Rear spoiler
- Black and grey dual-tone interior
- 4.2-inch MID
- 10.25-inch touchscreen
- 4 speakers
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
- Type-C USB chargers (two each at front and rear)
- 12V charging socket at the front
- Tilt adjustment for the steering wheel
- Centre console with armrest and cup holders
- Adjustable headrests for front passengers
- Manually adjustable interior rear-view mirror (IRVM)
- Powered outside rear-view mirrors (ORVMs)
- Manual AC; rear AC vents
- Rear window sunshades
HTE (O): Rs 9.2-10 lakh
Powertrains: 1L turbo-petrol with 6MT, 1.5L diesel with 6MT
Features in addition to HTE
- Single-pane sunroof
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Height-adjustable driver's seat
- TPMS
HTK (EX): Rs 9.8-10.6 lakh
Powertrains: 1L turbo-petrol with 6MT, 1.5L diesel with 6MT
Features in addition to HTE (O)
- LED headlights and tail-lights
- Roof rails finished in glossy black
- Rear-view camera
- ORVM-mounted turn signals
HTK+: Rs 10.74-12.74 lakh
Powertrains: 1L turbo-petrol with 6MT/ 7DCT, 1.5L diesel with 6MT/ 6AT
Features in addition to HTK (EX)
- Panoramic sunroof
- Blue and grey dual-tone interior
- Semi-leatherette seats
- Push button engine start/ stop (automatic only)
- Driver's window up/ down via key (automatic only)
- Retractable cup holders (automatic only)
- 60:40 split rear seats with slide and recline
- Rear centre armrest with cup holders
- Adjustable rear seat headrests
- Cruise control
- Rear defogger
- Centre console with armrest and cup holders (MT only)
- LED reading lamps
- Electric parking brake with auto hold (automatic only)
- Paddle shifters (automatic only)
- Drive modes - Eco/ Normal/ Sport (automatic only)
- Traction control modes - Sand/ Mud/ Snow (automatic only)
- Rear disc brakes (automatic only)
HTK+ (O): Rs 12-14 lakh
Powertrains: 1L turbo-petrol with 6MT/ 7DCT, 1.5L diesel with 6MT/ 6AT
Features in addition to HTK+
- Leatherette seats
- Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob
- Push button engine start/ stop
- Driver's window up/ down via key
- Rear wiper and washer
- Rear parcel shelf and luggage lamps
- Centre console with armrest and cup holders (MT only)
- Passenger side multi seat back pockets
- Driver side seat back pocket
- Retractable cup holders (automatic only)
- Electric parking brake with auto hold (automatic only)
- Paddle shifters (automatic only)
- Drive modes - Eco/ Normal/ Sport (automatic only)
- Traction control modes - Sand/ Mud/ Snow (automatic only)
- Rear disc brakes (automatic only)
HTX: Rs 14-14.8 lakh
Powertrains: 1L turbo-petrol with 7DCT, 1.5L diesel with 6AT
Features in addition to HTK+ (O)
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Neon-coloured brake callipers
- Front ventilated seats
- Wireless charger
- 4-way powered driver's seat
- Dual tone grey leatherette seats
- 12.3-inch touchscreen
- 8-speaker Harman Kardon sound system
- Dashcam with dual camera
- Centre console with armrest and cup holders
- Electric parking brake with auto
hold - Paddle shifters
- Drive modes - Eco/ Normal/ Sport
- Traction control modes - Sand/ Mud/ Snow
- Rear disc brakes
HTX (O): Rs 15-15.8 lakh
Powertrains: 1L turbo-petrol with 7DCT, 1.5L diesel with 6AT
Features in addition to HTX
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation
- 12.3-inch driver's display
- OTA software updates
- 5-inch climate control touchscreen
- Rear ventilated seats (base only)
- Automatic IRVM
Which Kia Syros variant can you consider?
Based on the overall package, HTX variant is the one we recommend going for. The HTX petrol-DCT and diesel-AT are priced at Rs 14 lakh and Rs 14.8 lakh, respectively, which is Rs 1 lakh less than the equivalent top-spec HTX (O) versions. We think the additional features offered by HTX (O) don't justify the premium in a compact SUV that's already priced higher compared to most rivals. Interestingly, with the April 2026 variant, Kia has stopped offering certain safety features at the top-end, including an ADAS suite and a 360-degree camera setup, which is a strange omission here. In case you were looking for a manual, consider opting for the HTK+ (O) trim slotting below the HTX, though it is short on some features.
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