The Skoda Kylaq and Kia Syros are the newest sub-4m SUVs in India, offering premium features right from their base variants. Both models bring stylish designs and modern technology to the competitive SUV segment. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly SUV with high-end features, here’s a detailed comparison of the base variants of these two models.
Front Design
The Skoda Kylaq Classic comes with multi-reflector LED headlights, while the Kia Syros HTK variant gets halogen projector headlights. Both SUVs feature LED DRLs for a modern look. Skoda has given the Kylaq its signature butterfly grille with a gloss black finish, while the Kia Syros gets a blanked-off grille with air intake channels at the bottom. Both models have blacked-out bumpers, but the Syros HTK adds a silver skid plate for extra styling.
Side Profile
The Skoda Kylaq Classic rides on 16-inch steel wheels with covers, while the Kia Syros HTK features smaller 15-inch steel wheels with black covers. Both SUVs come with black body cladding and body-colored ORVMs. However, the Syros HTK stands out with flush-type door handles, giving it a more premium appearance.
Rear Design
Both SUVs come with LED tail lights, but they are not connected by a light bar. The rear bumpers are blacked out in both models, though the Kia Syros HTK once again adds a silver skid plate. Neither model offers a rear wiper or washer in the base variant.
Interior and Features
Inside, both SUVs feature an all-black cabin with fabric upholstery. The Skoda Kylaq Classic has a basic dashboard with an analogue instrument cluster and a multi-information display (MID). It lacks a music system, keeping the base variant simple.
In contrast, the Kia Syros HTK offers a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a semi-digital driver’s display, making the interior feel more premium. Both SUVs come with a manual AC and a two-spoke steering wheel, but only the Syros HTK has steering-mounted controls for audio and cruise functions.
Features and Safety
The Skoda Kylaq Classic comes with:
- 2 tweeters
- Electrically adjustable ORVMs
- All-four power windows
- Tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel
- 6 airbags (standard)
- Rear parking sensors
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
The Kia Syros HTK includes:
- 4 speakers
- Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
- Electrically adjustable ORVMs
- 6 airbags (standard)
- Front and rear parking sensors
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
Price and Rivals
- Skoda Kylaq Classic – Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Kia Syros HTK – Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom)
The Skoda Kylaq is over Rs 1 lakh cheaper than the Kia Syros HTK. These two SUVs compete with models like the Hyundai Venue, Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, and Mahindra XUV 3XO in the sub-4m SUV segment.
