Buying Kia Syros EV? Here’s The Best Variant To Buy & Why

The Kia Syros EV, the brand’s second mass-marker EV for India, is now on sale at a starting price of Rs 13.50 lakh (ex-showroom). With the BaaS (battery-as-a-service) scheme, the EV is available at Rs 7.99 lakh, with a battery rental charge of Rs 3.3 per kilometre. The Syros EV lineup is available in five trims – HTK, HTK+, HTX, HTX+ And X-Line – with two battery pack options 42kWh and 51.4kWh. It delivers an ARAI-rated range of 443km with the 42kWh battery pack and 526km with the larger 51.4kWh unit.

If you’re planning to buy the Kia Syros EV, here’re a look at the key features and the best-value-for money option in the lineup.

HTK Features

Price – Rs 13.50 Lakh
Battery – 42kWh

• 12.3-inch infotainment system

• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay  

• 12.3-inch digital driver’s display

• Blue and grey fabric-leatherette seat upholstery

• 4 speakers and 2 tweeters

• Tilt-adjustable steering

• Steering-mounted controls

• Portable charging cable

• Front centre armrest

• Front centre console with retractable cup holders and storage

• 4x USB Type-C ports

• Rear AC vents

• Electronic parking brake with auto hold

• Rear window sunshades

• Front adjustable headrests  

• Seatback pocket (front passenger seat)

• Day/night IRVM

• Drive modes (Eco, Sport and Normal)

• LED headlamps, DRLs, fog lamps and tail-lamps

• Flush door handles

• 16-inch aero-optimised alloy wheels  

• Shark-fin antenna

Verdict: With all the essential features, the HTK variant makes a sensible choice for buyers looking for the lowest possible entry price. However, it misses out on several convenience features offered in the higher variants.

HTK+ (+ HTK features)

Price – Rs 14-17 Lakh
Battery – 42kWh & 51.4kWh

• Cruise control

• Rearview camera

• 17-inch aero-optimised alloy wheels (ER)

• 100W Type-C charging port

Verdict: The HTK+ 42kWh is the best value-for-money variant, offering almost every feature most buyers would require. If a longer driving range is your priority, you can consider the HTK+ 51.4kWh 51.4kWh ER version without stretching the budget.

HTX (+ HTK+ Features)

Price – Rs 16-18 Lakh
Battery – 42kWh & 51.4kWh

• OTA software updates (ER)

• Connected car tech (ER)

• Panoramic sunroof

• All door windows one-touch up/down with anti-pinch function

• All door windows up/down with key

• Rear centre armrest with cup holder

• 60:40 split rear seat

• Sliding and reclining rear seats

• Rear adjustable headrests

• Seatback pocket (driver seat)

• LED cabin lights, boot lamp

• Rear wiper and washer

• LED rear turn indicators

• Rear parcel tray

• Rear defogger

Verdict: If a premium cabin and comfort are your priorities, the HTX 42kWh variant is worth considering. The 51.4kWh variants also offers similar sophistication along with a longer range, albeit at a higher price.

HTX+ (+ HTK features)

Price – Rs 19.50 Lakh
Battery – 51.4kWh

• 12.3-inch infotainment display with on-board navigation

• Black and white leatherette seat upholstery

• Wireless phone charger

• 8-speaker Harman Kardon sound system

• Leatherette finish for armrest and door trims

• Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel

• Dual dashcams

• Metal pedals

• 5-inch HVAC control display

• Auto-dimming IRVM

• 4-way powered driver seat

• Front seat ventilation

• Rear seat ventilation (seat base only)

• Front parking sensors

• Automatic flush door handles

• Battery heating system

Verdict: The HTX+ Extended-Range variant offers all modern features, making it a suitable choice for buyers ready to pay a premium.

X-Line (+ HTX+ features)

Price – Rs 20 Lakh
Battery – 51.4kWh

• Black and green leatherette seat upholstery

• 64-colour ambient lighting

• LED footwell lamps

• Puddle lamps with logo projection

• Digital key

• Vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality

• Level 2 ADAS

Verdict: You can go for the X-Line variant only if you like its design. It will cost you extra bucks for the sportier design with a few additional functionalities.