Kia Syros

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Kia Syros
Overview
Manufacturer Kia
Model code AY [1]
ProductionJanuary 2025 (to commence)
AssemblyIndia: Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh (Kia India)
Designer Under the lead of Teck-koun Kim [2]
Body and chassis
Class Subcompact crossover SUV
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform Hyundai-Kia K1
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,550 mm (100 in)
Length3,995 mm (157.3 in)
Width1,790–1,805 mm (70.5–71.1 in)
Height1,625–1,680 mm (64.0–66.1 in)

The Kia Syros is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by the South Korean automaker Kia in India. It is positioned between the Sonet and the Seltos. [3] It was unveiled on 19 December 2024. [4]

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The name "Syros" is derived from the Syros island in Greece.

Overview

It features a boxy shape inspired by the EV9. The headlamps are in vertical shape headlights and the rearlamps are in L–shaped rearlights. The brake lights are at the bottom of the rear bumper. [5]

In the Indian market, it is available in six grades; HTK, HTK (O), HTK+, HTX, HTX+, and HTX+ (O). [6]

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References

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