Kia Syros vs Skoda Kylaq - Which One Should You Buy

Kia Syros vs Skoda Kylaq Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Kia Syros and Skoda Kylaq Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

Kia Syros
Kia Syros

₹ 8.67 Lakh

Skoda Kylaq
Skoda Kylaq

₹ 7.59 Lakh

Pros & Cons

Kia Syros

  • Very thoughtful design with tons of space and solid powertrain options
  • Loaded with every feature you can expect from rear seat ventilation to Level 2 ADAS
  • 6 airbags as standard is a good start towards 5 star GNCAP rating
  • Diesel automatic is pretty refined and responsive
  • Ride quality is top notch among its peers

Skoda Kylaq

  • Extremely refined engine and gearbox combination
  • Skoda has added some helpful “Simply Clever” bits
  • Massive boot space without putting the seats down
  • Least buggy infotainment systems we have encountered
  • Great entry point for Skoda lovers with a sub‑8‑lakh starting price
Engine and Performance

The Kia Syros HTK Turbo is powered by a smartstream g1.0 t-gdi engine producing a maximum power of 118bhp@6000rpm and maximum torque of 172Nm@1500~4000rpm. The Skoda Kylaq Classic is powered by a 1.0 tsi engine producing a maximum power of 114bhp@5000-5500rpm and maximum torque of 178Nm@1750-4000rpm.

Max Power
118bhp@6000rpm
114bhp@5000-5500rpm
Max Torque
172Nm@1500~4000rpm
178Nm@1750-4000rpm
Displacement
998 cc
999 cc
No. of Cylinders
3
3
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Fuel Specifications
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Dimensions and Design

The Kia Syros HTK Turbo has a height of 1680 mm, length measures 3995 mm, width is 1805 mm. The Skoda Kylaq Classic has a height of 1619 mm, length measures 3995 mm, width is 1783 mm.

Body Type
SUV
SUV
Gross Weight
-
1630 kg
Ground Clearance
190 mm
189 mm
Height
1680 mm
1619 mm
Kerb Weight
-
1169-1219
Interior Specifications

The Kia Syros HTK Turbo offers a boot space of 465 Litres. The Skoda Kylaq Classic offers a boot space of 446 Litres.

Boot Space
465 Litres
446 Litres
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
-
1265 Litres
No. of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
5
Wheels & Tires

The Kia Syros HTK Turbo offers wheel and tyre features such as Wheel Covers. Kia Syros HTK Turbo runs on tyres sized 195/65 R15. The Skoda Kylaq Classic offers wheel and tyre features such as Wheel Covers. Skoda Kylaq Classic runs on tyres sized 205/60 R16.

Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
205/60 R16
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Covers
Wheel Size
15 Inch
16 Inch
Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Kia Syros HTK Turbo uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear. The Skoda Kylaq Classic uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear.

Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Rear Suspension
Rear twist beam
Rear twist beam
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Safety Features

The Kia Syros HTK Turbo comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Automatic Emergency Braking, Seat Belt Warning, and and many more. The Skoda Kylaq Classic comes equipped with safety features like Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, Central Locking, and and many more.

Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Anti Lock Braking System Abs
Anti Theft Alarm
Automatic Emergency Braking
-
Bharat Ncap Child Safety Rating
5 Star
5 Star
Interior Features

The Kia Syros HTK Turbo includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster. The Skoda Kylaq Classic includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster.

Additional Features
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
-
Digital Cluster
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
-
Tachometer
Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Kia Syros HTK Turbo offers Adjustable Headrest, Rear Ac Vents, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more. For comfort, the Skoda Kylaq Classic offers Adjustable Headrest, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet
Adjustable Headrest
Adjustable Steering
Height only
Height & Reach
Air Conditioner
Air Quality Control
Infotainment Features

In terms of infotainment, the Kia Syros HTK Turbo offers Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Radio, Bluetooth Connectivity, Touchscreen, and and many more. In terms of infotainment, the Skoda Kylaq Classic offers Integrated Antenna.

Android Auto
Antenna
Shark Fin
Rod roof
Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
-
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Kia Syros
Kia Syros

HTK Turbo

₹8.67 Lakh

Skoda Kylaq
Skoda Kylaq

Classic

₹7.59 Lakh