Kia Syros EV Unveiled Ahead of India Launch on July 23 with 526 Km Claimed Range; Pre-Bookings Open

Kia India has officially unveiled the Syros EV ahead of its India launch on July 23rd 2026. Sharing this update the automaker revealed that it has also commenced with the pre-bookings for the same for an amount of Rs 25,000. The Syros EV becomes the brand's second mass-market electric vehicle in the country and introduces a claimed MIDC-certified range of up to 526 km, making it the first sub-4-metre electric SUV in India to cross the 500 km mark.

The electric SUV will be offered with two battery pack options, a single front-mounted electric motor, Level 2 ADAS, and several ownership initiatives, including a lifetime battery warranty and Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) financing.

The Syros EV carries forward the overall styling of its ICE-powered counterpart while incorporating several EV-specific design elements. These include Kia's Digital Tiger Face front fascia, Star Map LED lighting signature, redesigned aerodynamic alloy wheels, and flush-fitting door handles. The electric SUV will be offered in nine exterior colour options, including an exclusive X-Line variant.

On the inside, the Syros EV features a 30-inch Trinity Panoramic Display that combines the digital instrument cluster, infotainment touchscreen and climate control interface into a single unit. Other notable features include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, over-the-air (OTA) software updates, an eight-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, ventilated front and rear seats, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, a 16-litre front trunk (frunk), and a 100W USB Type-C charging port.

Kia has also integrated its K-Charge ecosystem into the MyKia app, providing access to more than 20,300 charging points across 23 charging point operators through a single payment wallet.

The Kia Syros EV will be available with two battery pack options. The entry-level version is equipped with a 42 kWh battery pack that delivers a claimed MIDC range of 443 km. Buyers opting for the Extended Range variant will get a larger 51.4 kWh battery pack with a claimed driving range of up to 526 km.

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Both battery packs use liquid-cooled Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) cells and support battery conditioning for improved charging performance. Power comes from a front-mounted electric motor producing 169bhp on the Extended Range version. Kia claims the SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 8.1 seconds.

Charging duties are handled by a 10.8 kW onboard AC charger, while 100 kW DC fast charging support enables the battery to charge from 10 to 80 per cent in 39 minutes under compatible charging conditions.

The Syros EV comes equipped with Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) featuring 16 autonomous safety functions. These include Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Blind View Monitor, Parking Collision Avoidance Assist, and a 360-degree camera. Standard safety equipment list includes 6-airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill Start Assist Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), all-wheel disc brakes, and an electronic parking brake with auto hold.

Kia India has revealed that it will offer the Syros EV in seven variants. The 42 kWh battery pack will be available in HTK, HTK+ and HTX trims, while the larger 51.4 kWh battery will be offered in HTK+ ER, HTX ER, HTX+ ER and X-Line ER variants.

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Gwanggu Lee, Managing Director and CEO of Kia India, said, “With the Syros EV, our second mass-market electric vehicle for India, we are democratizing advanced electric mobility — not only through cutting-edge technology, but by removing the anxieties that hold customers back. The Syros EV delivers a best-in-segment ARAI-certified range of 526 km — the first in its segment to cross the 500 km mark. Paired with a best-in-segment power output of 171 PS, it gives customers the confidence to go further without compromising on performance. Backed by a simplified and effortless ownership experience, including a Lifetime* Battery Warranty, Assured Buyback and BaaS, we are addressing what matters most to Indian families, bringing them a decisive step closer to going electric.