The most comfortable compact EV from ₹13.49L? Kia Syros EV HTX+ Complete review by Autotrend Tamil

Is the all-new Kia Syros EV the most comfortable and value-for-money compact electric SUV in India? In this comprehensive, detailed drive review, Vipraajesh from AutoTrend Tamil takes the top-spec Kia Syros EV HTX+ through its paces to find out if it can challenge the market leader, the Tata Nexon EV! The Kia Syros EV comes with a starting price of ₹13.49 Lakhs (ex-showroom), with this top-end HTX+ Extended Range variant priced at ₹19.49 Lakhs (ex-showroom). ⚡ KEY SPECIFICATIONS & HIGHLIGHTS: • Starting Price: ₹13.49 Lakhs (Ex-Showroom) • HTX+ Top Variant Price: ₹19.49 Lakhs (Ex-Showroom) • Battery Options: Standard Range: 42 kWh NMC Battery (443 km claimed range) Extended Range: 51.4 kWh NMC Battery (526 km claimed range) • Motor Performance: 171 PS Peak Power (Extended Range) • Expected Real-World Range: ~450 km - 470 km • Charging & Battery Tech: Advanced NMC Battery Chemistry In this video, we cover: 1. Exterior design, lighting, and bold SUV styling 2. Premium cabin layout, touchscreen, tech, and comfort features 3. Rear seat space, legroom, thigh support, and family ergonomics 4. Boot space capacity and practical everyday storage 5. Driving performance, power delivery, ride quality, and handling 6. Battery specs, charging options, warranty, and real-world range estimation 7. Final Pros & Cons — Is it worth buying over the Tata Nexon EV? 📍 Special thanks to Hans Kia Coimbatore for providing the vehicle for this review. For enquiries and bookings in Coimbatore, contact Hans Kia showroom. -------------------------------------------------- 📌 TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction & Pricing Breakdown 02:00 - Exterior Design & Standout Features 07:30 - Battery Options (42 kWh vs 51.4 kWh) & Range 12:15 - Boot Space & Everyday Practicality 16:00 - Front Cabin, Technology & Interior Comfort 22:30 - Rear Seat Experience & Family Comfort 28:15 - Driving Performance & 171 PS Motor Acceleration 35:40 - Safety Equipment, Battery Warranty & Charging 40:00 - Real-World Range, Missing Features & Final Verdict -------------------------------------------------- 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to AutoTrend Tamil for unbiased car reviews, detailed walkarounds, and automotive news in Tamil! 👍 Like this video if you found it helpful and drop your thoughts in the comments below! #AutoTrendTamil #KiaSyrosEV #KiaSyros #KiaIndia #ElectricVehicle #TataNexonEV #ElectricSUV #CarReviewTamil #EVIndia #SyrosEV Kia Syros EV – Key Highlights ⚡ Battery options: 42 kWh & 51.4 kWh Extended Range. Maximum range: 526 km claimed MIDC range with the 51.4 kWh battery. 42 kWh version is rated at 443 km. Motor: Up to 171 PS / 255 Nm, front-wheel drive. 0–100 km/h: Around 8.1 seconds for the 51.4 kWh version. Fast charging: 10–80% in approximately 39 minutes using a 100 kW DC charger. Lifetime battery warranty: High-voltage battery warranty for 15 years / unlimited kilometres. Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS): Starting price around ₹7.99 lakh, with battery usage charges from ₹3.3/km. Assured Buyback: Up to 70% assured resale value after 3 years, according to Kia’s current programme. 30-inch Trinity panoramic display: Combines the digital instrument cluster and infotainment display. Rear-seat comfort: Sliding and reclining rear seats, ventilated seats/seat bases and generous second-row space. Boot space: Up to 465 litres depending on variant. Safety: 6 airbags, all-wheel disc brakes, 360° camera and Level 2 ADAS on higher variants. EV features: V2L, regenerative braking, battery heating system and i-Pedal. Connected tech: Kia Connect 2.0 with 95+ connected features, Digital Key, OTA updates and EV route planning. Price: Starts at around ₹13.50 lakh ex-showroom, going up to ₹20 lakh for the top variants; BaaS lowers the upfront price substantially.