Kia Syros registers over 20,000 bookings — Interesting insights inside

Kia India first opened pre-orders for its latest sub-compact SUV—the Syros—back in January and announced the prices of the same at the start of February 2025. The carmaker has shared that the Syros has bagged over 20,000 bookings since its bookings commencement. Read on to know more about the Kia Syros bookings and buyer preferences.

Kia Syros petrol accounts more than diesel

As the market share of diesel engines continues to plummet, it's the petrol engine that has gained more interest in the eyes of the customers of the Syros. The Kia Syros petrol accounts for over 67% of the total booking whereas the diesel engine accounts for the remaining 33% of bookings.

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Furthermore, over 46% of the bookings came from the top variants of the SUV, with AT transmission accounting for more than 38% of the total bookings. Kia India also shared that the Glacier White Pearl exterior colour emerged as the preferred colour, with 32% booking share, closely followed by Aurora Black Pearl and Frost Blue with 26% and 20% respectively. Lastly, over 18% of total bookings came from the top-spec HTX+(O) variant that comes equipped with the Level-2 ADAS tech.

Hardeep Singh Brar, Sr. Vice President & National Head Sales & Marketing, said, “We are truly delighted by the exceptional response to the Syros in such a short period. Syros launch was a defining moment in our Kia India journey, underscoring our commitment to redefining automotive excellence. With its cutting-edge technology, bold design, and pioneering features, the Syros represents our relentless pursuit of innovation and customer satisfaction. The significant preference for our HTX & above trims is a testament to the discerning taste of Indian customers, who increasingly seek sophistication, advanced technology, and unparalleled comfort. We are confident that Syros will not only set new benchmarks for the industry but will also become a disruptor in the sub-compact SUV segment."

Kia Syros price list

Take a look at the Kia Syros price list:

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The Kia Syros comes across as a serious rival to all the other sub-compact SUVs and excels with its long list of features and exceptional rear seat space and the overall experience. You can check out our Kia Syros review here to know our first impressions of the car.