Kia Launches Syros 2026 Starting at ₹8.39 Lakh With More Variants and Wider Automatic Options
Kia has introduced more automatic variants, including diesel automatic trims starting from the mid-range HTK+ level.
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Kia has introduced the updated Syros 2026 (MY26) in India, expanding its compact SUV lineup with new variants, design tweaks, and a stronger focus on accessibility, particularly around automatic transmissions.
The refreshed model now starts at ₹8.39 lakh (ex-showroom), undercutting earlier entry pricing and positioning itself more aggressively in the sub-₹10 lakh segment.
More Variants, Wider Price Coverage
The biggest change in the 2026 update is structural rather than cosmetic.
Kia has added new trims, including HTE, HTE(O), HTK+(O), and HTX(O), expanding the lineup to offer more granular pricing and feature distribution. This allows buyers to access higher-end features without necessarily jumping to top variants.
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The Syros has already been available in multiple variants across petrol and diesel powertrains, with prices historically ranging from around ₹8.6 lakh to ₹15.9 lakh depending on configuration.
Automatic Gets More Accessible
Another key shift is the wider availability of automatic options.
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Kia has introduced more automatic variants, including diesel automatic trims starting from the mid-range HTK+ level. This addresses a gap in the segment, where diesel-automatic combinations are still relatively limited.
For urban buyers, this is not a small update. It directly affects usability in traffic-heavy environments.
Design Tweaks Aim for a Stronger SUV Presence
Visually, the changes are subtle but deliberate. The Syros MY26 gets updated front and rear bumpers, new LED elements, and a more rugged treatment with black skid plates and body-coloured inserts. There are also new 17-inch alloy wheels with coloured brake callipers on higher trims.
Features Remain the Core Pitch
Kia is continuing to lean heavily on features as a differentiator. The Syros MY26 retains elements like a large panoramic display setup, dual-pane sunroof, ventilated seats (including rear), and connected car features with over-the-air updates.
Safety and Practicality Stay Intact
The model continues to carry a five-star BNCAP safety rating, along with a 20-feature safety package. Under the hood, the Syros remains available with both petrol and diesel engines, paired with manual and automatic transmissions.
The compact dimensions and relatively spacious cabin continue to be part of its positioning as a city-friendly family SUV.