The Syros places unusual emphasis on the second row for a small SUV. Its sliding, reclining and selectively ventilated rear seats make it worth examining as a passenger vehicle, while its petrol and diesel engines offer distinctly different torque characteristics. The details below separate advertised upper-trim equipment from the standard safety package.
Current manufacturer listing; a new-launch date has not been independently verified for this article.
Technical specifications
| Seating | 5 occupants | ↗ |
|---|---|---|
| Turbo-petrol engine | 1.0 litre;120PS;172Nm | ↗ |
| Diesel engine | 1.5 CRDi;116PS;250Nm | ↗ |
| Petrol automatic | 7-speed DCT | ↗ |
| Diesel automatic | 6-speed automatic | ↗ |
| Airbags | 6 standard | ↗ |
| Rear seating equipment | Sliding/reclining rear seat;ventilated cushion on top trim | ↗ |
| Upper-trim audio | Harman Kardon 8 speakers | ↗ |
| Available driver seat | 4-way powered adjustment | ↗ |
| Available wheel size | 17-inch alloy wheels | ↗ |
Rear-seat flexibility is the central distinction
The Syros deserves a rear-seat demonstration before the driver-seat demonstration. Kia lists sliding and reclining movement, with cushion ventilation on the upper specification. Sliding the bench changes the balance between legroom and the space behind it; it does not create both kinds of space at once. Sit behind the person who normally drives, place a familiar suitcase in the luggage area and try several seat positions. Ventilation is described for the seat cushion, so do not assume an identical cooling arrangement in the backrest. These details matter more than a photograph of a spacious cabin.
Petrol and diesel answer different driving needs
The 1.0-litre turbo-petrol produces a quoted120PS and172Nm, while the1.5-litre diesel is listed at116PS and250Nm. The diesel has more quoted torque despite a slightly lower maximum-power figure. That comparison does not prove which vehicle is quicker or more economical on a particular route. The petrol automatic uses a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission; the diesel automatic uses six speeds. Try slow manoeuvres, a moderate climb and an overtaking acceleration with passengers aboard. A short empty-car drive can conceal the behaviour that matters on a family trip.
Read the trim ladder before choosing the screen
The showroom page separates an entry touchscreen arrangement from the larger display and richer audio fitted higher in the range. HTX equipment includes an eight-speaker Harman Kardon system and a powered driver seat, whereas the top display package adds further digital controls. Treat the photographs as examples rather than a universal equipment promise. Kia’s page also contains different trim names in its FAQ and its main trim list. Resolve that discrepancy using the current dated brochure and the precise order code instead of assuming an older online description is the final specification.
Safety equipment and driver assistance
Kia lists six airbags as standard and describes a broader standard safety package. Advanced driver assistance is a separate equipment question, not a consequence of having six airbags. Warning systems and steering or braking assistance still require an attentive driver and suitable road markings or detection conditions. Ask the demonstrator to explain how alerts are enabled, what the dashboard symbols mean and how the system behaves when visibility is poor. The useful comparison is the exact safety specification of your chosen trim, not the largest feature count printed in an advertisement.
Large wheels and the upright design
The advertised17-inch alloys are an appearance and tyre-choice consideration as well as an equipment upgrade. Before selecting that version, read the tyre size on the actual vehicle and ask about replacement availability in your town. The upright cabin and squared styling should be judged from the parking position you use each day. Check sightlines around pillars and the accuracy of the camera guidelines rather than relying on the exterior’s compact appearance. These are practical checks; this article does not claim measured ride comfort or a road-tested turning radius.
A quotation should preserve the chosen configuration
The current page advertises a starting figure, but a single headline does not identify every local tax, transmission or accessory. This article therefore does not turn that number into a state-wise on-road price. Record the engine, gearbox, trim code and colour before comparing dealer offers. Separate insurance, registration and optional accessories, and check whether the display or seating equipment you tried belongs to that exact vehicle. A cheaper quotation for another gearbox is not an equivalent offer, and a higher quotation may include optional items you did not request.
Features and equipment
- Sliding/reclining rear seat;ventilated cushion on top trim
- Harman Kardon 8 speakers
- 4-way powered adjustment
- 17-inch alloy wheels
Strengths and points to check
Strengths
- Flexible second-row seating
- Petrol and diesel automatic choices
Considerations
- Premium rear ventilation is trim-specific
- Official trim descriptions need order-code confirmation
Editorial interpretation of published specifications, not a hands-on road test.
Variants, price and state-wise quotation
| Variant / configuration | Price context |
|---|---|
| HTE | — Exact configuration and local price require a dated quotation. · ↗ |
| HTE(O) | — Exact configuration and local price require a dated quotation. · ↗ |
| HTK(EX) | — Exact configuration and local price require a dated quotation. · ↗ |
| HTK+ | — Exact configuration and local price require a dated quotation. · ↗ |
| HTK+(O) | — Exact configuration and local price require a dated quotation. · ↗ |
| HTX | — Exact configuration and local price require a dated quotation. · ↗ |
| HTX(O) | — Exact configuration and local price require a dated quotation. · ↗ |
State-wise ex-showroom and on-road quotes are not verified for this model. The amount can depend on city, variant, insurance and registration. Select your state in the calculator and enter an itemised local quotation; no automatic tax rate or subsidy is assumed.
Sources and editorial notes
Specifications are manufacturer claims and may differ by trim. Published information can change; confirm the exact vehicle before making a decision.
Information still to verify
- Verified state/city and individual-variant prices
- Licensed current-model photographs
- Exact trim equipment and owner-manual service schedule