KIA Syros as well as the Skoda Kylaq are relatively new entrants in the Indian automotive market. while the Kylaq is already available. KIA would start receiving the bookings of the KIA Syros starting from 3rd of the January. With this blog you would be able to compare the specs and features of both the vehicles at a glance and choose the one that suits your needs the best.
Performance Specs
The KIA Syros is powered by a 1.0 Litre G1 GDi four cylinder engine that produces 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm and beyond that gives out a peak torque figure of about 172 Nm@1500 to 4000 rpm. The vehicle would have one transmission option a 7 speed DCT.
The Skoda Kylaq
The Skoda Kylaq would be powered by a1.0 TSI three cylinder engine that churns out about 114 bhp @ 5500 rpm and a peak torque figure of around 178 Nm from 1750 to 4000 rpm’s. based on performance specs the Kylaq gives out a better performance output than the KIA Syros.
Dimensions
The KIA Syros has a length of around 3995mm and the Kylaq has a similar length figure as well around 3995. The width of the KIA Syros is around 1805 mm and the Kylaq is around 1783. The height of the KIA Syros is around 1680 mm compared to that of the kylaq which is around 1619 mm.
Safety
Both the vehicles would be equipped with 6 airbags as standard and would have more safety features such as ABS,ESP,360 degree camera and other features. Both the cars would adhere to the highest of safety norms and the KIA Syros would be equipped with ADAS level 2 safety features such as the front collision avoidance systems and front collision warning systems as well.
Pricing
The expected Pricing of the KIA Syros would be around 15,50, 000, while the pricing of the Skoda Kylaq is around Rs 16,56,772. As is apparent the Skoda Kylaq is much more expensive than the KIA SYROS. There cannot be clear winner in the comparison as the SYROS has not completely made it to the market with its bookings starting from January the Third. The pricing quoted is expected and might change after the official launch of the vehicle.
Styling
The Kia Syros has a unorthodox design with a tall SUV stance while the Kylaq seems more like a compact SUV that can easily tackle the by roads of the city with ease. If in case you have been looking for a sub compact car in the same price range both of these can be close competitors.
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