10 Things That Kia Syros Offers That No Other Sub-4 Meter SUV Does!
Kia India will launch the new Syros SUV in India soon. This sub-4m SUV is built on a reinforced K1 platform and will sit above the Sonet and below the Seltos in Kia’s domestic lineup. The Kia Syros comes feature-packed and has more or less the smartest space management we’ve seen in the segment. In the Indian market, it competes with the likes of Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue. Here are 10 things it has but the competition (petrol/diesel) doesn’t:
1. 30-Inch Trinity Display
It isn’t too uncommon to find large infotainment and instrument displays in a Kia. We have seen large displays in the Sonet, Seltos and even the Carens. The Syros, however, takes things to the next level in the sub-4m space, by offering a massive 30.1-inch display cluster. Kia calls it the ‘Trinity panoramic display’. The instrument cluster and infotainment touchscreen are both 12.3 inch screens. Bridging the gap between these is the third display- a 5.5 inch unit which also happens to be a touchscreen. It displays climate control functions. No other car in the segment has such a massive digital real estate. It also needs to be mentioned here that portions of the 5.5 inch display get masked to some extent by the steering wheel.
2. Digital Key-Ready
Kia has made the Syros digital key-ready. For those who might not know this feature yet, the digital key lets you use you smartphone as the vehicle key. The recently introduced Hyundai Alcazar has this feature. You can also share the vehicle access with a set number of accounts if you wish to. Kia says they have given the Syros all the architecture required for this, but haven’t made the digital key feature active yet. It could be rolled out later via an OTA updates.
3. One Touch Down For All Power Windows
One touch roll down and roll up function is given to all the windows of the top-spec Syros. In most of its rivals, this feature comes only for the driver or front windows. In addition to these, you can also roll up or roll down these windows by using the keyfob.
4. Reclining And Sliding Rear Seats
Space management deserves special mention on the Syros. The rear seat gets a split design and also comes with sliding and reclining functions. Rear seat recline is something we have seen on many cars and SUVs these days. However, sliding function isn’t. It helps optimise bootspace and rear room.
5. ‘Switchable’ Dual Function USB Type C Ports
Interestingly, the Syros gets type C USB ports. It gets two of these at the front. One functions as a mere charging port and the other as both a charging point and as a plug point for wired Apple Carplay and Android Auto. For this USB point, Kia has given a physical switch, pressing which will let you switch between charging and connectivity functions.
6. OTA Updates
The SUV also comes with Kia Connect 2.0. It supports OTA updates and OTA diagnosis. This lets you diagnose vehicle faults and get support over the air. In many a case, you wouldn’t even have to book an appointment and visit a dealership to get it fixed. The architecture allows you to resolve issues via OTA updates.
7.Level 2 ADAS With 16 Features
The Syros is equipped with level 2 ADAS which offers as many as 16 ADAS features. Smart (adaptive) cruise control, Autonomous braking, Lane follow assist, Lane departure and keep assist, Blind-view monitor etc are all there. Though many competitors feature level 2 ADAS, the Syros has a slight edge with the number of functions offered.
8. Retractable Cup Holder
This is another example of smart space management. The SUV gets a retractable cup holder which can be deployed if you were to store a cup or use as a storage space- with the press of a button.
9. Large Boot Space
Kia claims that the Syros has the best-in-class boot space. It is said to offer 390L. By pushing the rear seat to the foremost position, this space can be increased to 465 liters. Even 390L is more than the space offered by most competitors.
10. Flush-Type Door Handles
The SUV gets flush-type door handles. These make the overall design more aerodynamic and also brings about a fancy element to the design.