KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Kia Syros official ARAI mileage number revealed
- Gets a max. fuel economy of 20.75 kmpl for the diesel manual
- Offered with a 1.0L turbo petrol and a 1.5L diesel mill
The Kia Syros is one of the few very interesting additions to the line-up of any brand. While it does share the length with the Kia Sonet, at 3995 mm, just shy of that crucial four-meter mark, it has excelled in other key areas of comfort and convenience, coupled with an exterior design that is an eye magnet with a styling that is different than what the segment has witnessed so far. And now after revealing almost all the details, finally the official mileage numbers for both the petrol and diesel mills are out with the highest being 20.75 kmpl for the diesel manual combination. Read on to find out exactly what are the ARAI-certified mileage numbers for each engine option with its manual and automatic transmission are. But before we do that, make sure you are a part of our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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Kia Syros Official Mileage Revealed
The Kia Syros comes bundled with both a Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi turbo petrol churning out 120 PS power and a peak torque of 172 Nm and a 1.5L CRDi VGT diesel engine option that puts out 116PS of power with significantly higher torque at 250Nm. While the petrol option comes with a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic, the diesel mill comes paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT gearbox. As for the certified ARAI mileage, the diesel manual gets the highest figure at 20.75 kmpl. Check out the table below for a better understanding,
Mileage | |
Petrol Manual | 18.20 kmpl |
Automatic | 17.68 kmpl |
Diesel Manual | 20.75 kmpl |
Automatic | 17.65 kmpl |
The petrol manual variant delivers a respectable 18.20 kmpl, while the petrol automatic version achieves 17.68 kmpl. For those who prefer diesel, the manual transmission provides the best fuel economy at 20.75 kmpl, while the diesel 7-speed DCT still manages a commendable 17.65 kmpl.
Kia Syros Features: Comfort Takes The Center Stage
The Syros boasts a significantly upgraded interior compared to the Sonet. The standout feature is the impressive digital cockpit, featuring a 12.3-inch infotainment screen seamlessly integrated with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Combined with the 5-inch climate control display, it creates a visually stunning 30-inch screen experience. Going further, the tech-savvy features include a wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-pane panoramic sunroof, electronic parking brake, 8-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, over-the-air updates, ventilated seats for all passengers, wireless charging, reclining and sliding second-row seats with a center armrest and 60:40 split-folding functionality, and even a powered driver's seat. Coming to the safety features, the Syros comes packed with six airbags, front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, a comprehensive Level 2 ADAS suite, and a lot more.
Verdict
The mileage of Syros is slight;y lower than that of Sonet, but even though the length is the same, Syros is extended in other dimsions with a longer wheelbase as well to include more usable rear seat space. How will it perform once it hits the Indian roads and can it make a place for itself with looks that may or maynot be everyone's cup of tea? We will have to sit it out, but if you ask me, this one will definitely keep the cheauffer-driven population pretty happy.