Kia India has added the Kia Syros EV, a compact electric SUV designed for India, to its EV line-up. The car carries a base price of ₹13.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and boasts a maximum ARAI-certified range of 526 km, as Kia strengthens its portfolio in India’s EV landscape. Deliveries of the Kia Syros EV will begin from July 30, 2026, across the brand’s dealerships.
The introduction of this vehicle marks a critical development in Kia’s objective to accelerate the pace of electrification and bring it into the reach of more and more Indian buyers. The Syros EV would be a compact SUV that integrates driving range, connectivity, driver-assistance technology, and practical urban dimensions as a complete package, derived from the existing Syros body style but features EV-specific modifications, a different front-end styling, an external charging port and a front trunk.
A key highlight of the vehicle is its battery and range capability. The larger 51.4-kWh battery pack provides an ARAI MIDC-certified range of up to 526 km, placing the Syros EV among the long-range options in its segment. Kia also offers two battery options, allowing customers to choose between different combinations of range, performance, and price. The company claims that the vehicle can be charged from 10% to 80% in approximately 39 minutes using a 100-kW DC fast charger under standard test conditions.
Launched at a time when there is already high competition in Indian electric subcompact SUV market. SyrosEV will compete with leading and well-established electric contenders in India such as Tata Motors & Mahindra. Combined with its small footprint as well as 500 km range claims, the car gets packed features and ownership options to stand out from the competition in the segment. As buyers are most anxious about charging options, range, battery warranty, & driving cost.
