Kia and Skoda have recently introduced their new SUVs in the sub-4m segment. While the Skoda Kylaq is a well-loaded, toned-down version of the Kushaq, the Kia Syros has been positioned as the most premium sub-4m SUV, earning praise for its impressive features list. Here we have done a detailed comparison of the two to see how they stand out against each other.
Let’s start with the dimensions: –
Kia Syros vs Skoda Kylaq: Dimensions
| Kia Syros | Skoda Kylaq | |
| Length | 3995 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1805 mm | 1783 mm |
| Height | 1680 mm | 1619 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2550 mm | 2566 mm |
| Boot space | 465 litres | 446 litres |
Being sub-4-meter SUVs, both models are identical in length. However, the Syros is 22mm wider and 61mm taller than the Kylaq. The Korean SUV also boasts a 19-litre bigger boot.
Kia Syros vs Skoda Kylaq: Engine Specifications and Mileage
| Kia Syros | Skoda Kylaq | ||
| Engine | 1-litre turbo | 1.5-litre diesel | 1-litre turbo |
| No of Cylinders | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 120 PS | 116 PS | 115 PS |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual / 7-speed DCT | 6-speed manual / 6-speed torque converter automatic | 6-speed manual / 6-speed torque converter automatic |
| Claimed Fuel Efficiency | 18.20 kmpl (MT), 17.88 kmpl (DCT) | 20.75 kmpl (MT), 17.65 kmpl (AT) | 19.68 kmpl (MT), 19.05 kmpl (AT) |
- While the Kylaq is only with a turbo-petrol engine, the Syros also gets a diesel engine option.
- The Syros’s turbo-petrol engine makes 5PS more power, though 6Nm lower torque than the Kylaq.
- In terms of fuel efficiency, Kylaq claims marginally more kilometres than the Syros in a litre of fuel.
Kia Syros vs Skoda Kylaq: Features
| Common | Additional Features In Kia Syros | Additional Features In Skoda Kylaq |
| – Automatic LED projector headlights with DRLs – LED DRLs – Dual-tone 17-inch alloy wheels – Powered side mirrors – Sunroof – Touchscreen infotainment system – Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto – Fully digital cluster – Wireless smartphone charging pad – Ventilated front seats – Electrically adjustable driver seat – Keyless entry/push button start-stop – Auto-dimming IRVM – Auto climate control – Rear AC vents – Ambient lighting – Driver-side auto up/down window – Six airbags – ESC – Traction control – Hill hold assist – ISOFIX child seat anchors – Tyre pressure monitoring system – Rear parking sensors with camera | – Flush-fitting door handles – Bigger 12.3-inch infotainment (Kylaq features a 10-inch unit) – bigger 12.3-inch digital cluster (Kylaq has an 8-inch unit) – Branded Harmon Kardon sound system – Panoramic sunroof (Kylaq gets a single-pane sunroof) – Ventilated rear seats with slide and recline function – One-touch up down for all windows – 64-colour ambient lighting – Air purifier – Electronic parking brake with auto hold – Dual-dashcam setup – 360-degree camera – Front parking sensors – Blind-view monitor – Level 2 ADAS | – 6-way powered driver seat (Syros has 4-way adjustable) – 6-way powered front passenger seat |
As mentioned above, the Kia Syros is a more premium offering, providing tons of segment-leading features like ventilated rear seats with slide & recline functions, one-touch up-down function for all windows, and a level-2 ADAS suite, which comprises features like automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, high-beam assist, lane departure warning and much more.
Kia Syros vs Skoda Kylaq: Price
| Skoda Kylaq | Rs 7.89 lakh – Rs 14.40 lakh |
| Kia Syros | Yet-to-be-revealed |
Verdict
Both Kia and Skoda have brought strong contenders to the sub-4m SUV segment. If you’re looking for a practical and performance-oriented compact SUV, the Skoda Kylaq offers great value. However, if cutting-edge features, tech-savvy innovations and a diesel powertrain are your priority, the Kia Syros is a clear winner. But given its premium positioning, it is expected to carry a higher price tag than the Kylaq.
