KIA SYROS vs KIA SONET
KIA SYROS vs KIA SONET
Aratrika Roy
22 August 2026ยท2 min read

KIA SYROS vs KIA SONET
DESIGN & SIZE
| Feature | KIA SYROS | KIA SONET |
|---|---|---|
| Design | Futuristic & tall-boy SUV | Sporty & bold SUV |
| Length | 3,995 mm | ~3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,805 mm | ~1,790 mm |
| Seating | 5 Seater | 5 Seater |
| Boot Space | Up to 465 L | Up to 392 L |
| Styling | Premium & futuristic | Sporty & youthful |
INTERIOR & COMFORT
KIA SYROS
Spacious second-row cabin
Sliding & reclining rear seats
Ventilated front seats
Rear-seat ventilation cushion on higher variants
Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
Premium leatherette interiors
Large 30-inch Trinity panoramic display
4-way power driver seat
Premium Harman Kardon audio
KIA SONET
Premium & sporty cabin
Ventilated front seats
Electric sunroof
Automatic climate control
Rear AC vents
Smart key with push-button start
Wireless smartphone charger
Premium infotainment system
TECHNOLOGY
SYROS
12.3-inch HD touchscreen
12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
5-inch climate-control touchscreen
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Kia Connect 2.0
OTA software updates
Digital Key
Smart Dashcam
Harman Kardon 8-speaker system
SONET
Up to 8-inch touchscreen
Digital instrument cluster
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Wireless smartphone charging
Connected-car technology
Bluetooth connectivity
Rear-view camera
Premium audio system
PERFORMANCE
SYROS
Petrol & diesel powertrain options
1.0L Turbo Petrol
1.5L Diesel
6MT / 7DCT / 6AT options
Multiple drive modes
Paddle shifters on selected variants
SONET
Petrol & diesel engine options
1.0L Turbo Petrol
1.5L Diesel
Manual / iMT / DCT / Automatic options
Multiple transmission choices
Good city & highway performance
SAFETY
SYROS
6 airbags
Standard 20 Hi-Safety Package
ESC
VSM
Hill-start Assist
ABS with EBD
TPMS
Rear parking sensors
Rear-view camera
ADAS on higher variants
SONET
6 airbags
ESC
VSM
Hill-start Assist
ABS with EBD
TPMS
Rear parking sensors
Rear-view camera
ADAS on selected variants
EV VERSION
SYROS EV
Fully electric powertrain
42 kWh & 51.4 kWh battery options
Up to 526 km ARAI MIDC range
Up to 171 PS power
10โ80% DC fast charging in around 39 minutes
i-Pedal & regenerative braking
V2L capability
Battery heating system
SONET
Currently offered with petrol & diesel powertrains
No regular production EV version listed by Kia India
WHICH ONE IS BETTER?
SYROS โ Better for space, premium features, technology & EV experience
SONET โ Better for sporty styling, compact SUV feel & multiple petrol/diesel powertrain choices
KIA SYROS vs KIA SONET
SYROS = MORE SPACE + MORE PREMIUM + FUTURISTIC + EV OPTION
SONET = SPORTY + COMPACT + POWERTRAIN CHOICES + VALUE