Kia India has expanded its compact SUV portfolio with the introduction of the HTK(EX) variant to the Syros SUV lineup. The new trim was announced on January 16, 2026, and is positioned between existing variants to better align with customer demand and pricing expectations.
The HTK(EX) variant is priced at ₹9,89,000 for the petrol version and ₹10,63,900 for the diesel version, both ex-showroom.
Petrol variant: ₹9,89,000 (ex-showroom)
Diesel variant: ₹10,63,900 (ex-showroom)
With the introduction of the HTK(EX), the total number of Syros variants now stands at seven.
According to Atul Sood, Senior Vice President and National Head of Sales and Marketing at Kia India, the decision to introduce the HTK(EX) trim was driven by customer feedback and market preferences.
The Syros HTK(EX) is based on the HTK(O) trim and adds several premium features, including:
LED daytime running lights
LED headlamps
LED taillamps
16-inch alloy wheels
Key interior and technology upgrades include:
Electric sunroof
12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Electrically adjustable and foldable outside rearview mirrors
Rear parking camera with sensors
The variant carries over 20 safety features as standard.
Six airbags
ABS with EBD
Electronic Stability Control
Hill Start Assist
Vehicle Stability Management
The Kia Syros has received a 5-star rating from the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP), positioning it among the safest offerings in its segment.
The HTK(EX) variant is offered with both petrol and diesel powertrains, providing broader choice compared to some rivals.
Built on Kia’s reinforced K1 platform
Designed under Kia’s “Opposites United” design philosophy
The Syros HTK(EX) competes in a crowded compact SUV segment that includes:
Hyundai Exter
Tata Punch
Maruti Suzuki Fronx
Nissan Magnite
At the ₹10 lakh price point, the variant directly rivals mid-range trims of these models.
The 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system is larger than most displays offered by rivals at similar prices
The electric sunroof is not standard across all competing models in this segment
Full LED lighting (DRLs, headlamps and taillamps) enhances premium appeal
Kia Syros: 5-star BNCAP
Tata Punch: 5-star Global NCAP
Nissan Magnite: 4-star Global NCAP (2020 test)
Hyundai Exter and Maruti Suzuki Fronx: Tested under different protocols
All models offer six airbags, ABS with EBD and electronic stability control either as standard or optional.
The Syros HTK(EX) includes these as standard, along with Hill Start Assist and Vehicle Stability Management.
Syros HTK(EX): Petrol and diesel available
Hyundai Exter & Tata Punch: Primarily petrol
Maruti Suzuki Fronx & Nissan Magnite: Petrol options offered
This gives the Syros an advantage for buyers seeking diesel power at this price level.
Manufacturing facility located in Anantapur District, Andhra Pradesh
Facility established in 2017
Production began in August 2019
Annual capacity: 300,000 units
Around 1.5 million vehicles dispatched
Over 1.2 million sold domestically
More than 367,000 exported
Nine vehicles currently on sale in India
821 touchpoints across 369 cities
Over 495,000 connected cars on Indian roads
The Kia Syros HTK(EX) strengthens Kia’s compact SUV lineup by offering premium features, strong safety credentials, and both petrol and diesel options at a competitive price point. With a 5-star BNCAP rating, large touchscreen, sunroof, and full LED lighting, the new variant is positioned to appeal to buyers considering feature-rich mid-range trims in the sub-₹10 lakh SUV segment.